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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 19, 1912
Page
3
The readable text fragment mentions Labour and Parliament, suggesting discussion of Labour policy and representation. It references Labour supporters, faith, and a call to action for Labour to gain seats, with incoherent phrases about Australia and tenure.
In a Northern Territory beat, Westerner Lawrie discusses cattle shipments from Parwin to Bamter markets and the need for a complete refrigeration plant. He urges government support and formation of a company to fund and build the plant, arguing it would uplift regional stock supply and export readiness.
A fragmentary excerpt outlines Labour members backing away from core platform tenets amid intra party strife. It notes calls for reform, fears of public wage politics, and accusations of opportunism by some Laborites seen as abandoning party ideals.
Fragmented notice describes Saddler and Wunbo's buildings and leather goods including pack items and harnesses. Mentions horse gear, leather dressings, and farming equipment. Notes address in the North of the bend and a limited stock update.
The Darwin Wharf labour trouble revolves around pay rates for wharf workers, with a proposed scheme of 2d per hour ordinary time and 3d overtime, aiming to align with railway worker rates. AWA secretary W. Pomppall cites a Special Meeting of March discussing rates and future wage talks with union representatives.
Fragmentary vintage ad urges readers to eat wholesome food and take Tr Shelton's Mgestive Tabs after meals. Text is garbled with typos and unclear dosing information, but promotes stomach health and digestion.
The Cosmopolitan Hotel at opposite the Post Office in Herberton has new management. It is described as one of the best houses in the district with reasonable rates and a selection of the finest wines and spirits. G. J. Carroll, Proprietor.
R. P. Andrew of Lake Street Cairns advertises direct import of curios, lace staples, edging, and insertion. He lists Ceylon lace, tortoise shell and ebony ivory work, and pearlshell pieces. Mentions being agent for Coyton Tea Lanka.
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