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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 20, 1929

Page

5

Malanda deputation urges urgent road work and political change

A Malanda Shire deputation led by Mewes and Johnson pressed the Main Roads Board to build the Malanda Atherton Bowtie and Longlands Gap roads without delay. They blamed state funding policies and argued for federal state government responsibility, warning of local bankruptcy if roads are not funded. The same meeting planned an Anzac Day commemoration with Malanda Brass Band, readings of fallen local names, and a community service at Malanda Hall.

Mewes Johnson Longlands Gay Road Ryan Labour Party Ony Progressive Nationalist Malanda Rsstla Messrs Barden Mackenzie MacIsaac Anderson Norris Powell Wilson H. Walter Malanda Hall E Sue Beethoven Chapin McHugh Atherton Tolga Memorial Nye Walter Knight Rye Mackensie Morgan and Mr. McGeehan

Caledonian Society Annual Meeting Highlights Officers Elected

About 60 Caledonians attended at English's Hall as officers for the coming year were appointed including Chief Firodie Vice Chiefs Len Johnston Melean and DD Maclsages Secretary W. Andersom Treasurer H. Rodger and Paper. Dairying profits cited from returns of local herds with Jersey cattle producing varied yields and prices at Malanda Mall. Large cattle yarding and sales noted with strong buyer turnout and auctions by Mr. Ho Kinnear drawing high prices for unregistered herd stock.

English's Firodie Len Johnston Chie Melean DD Maclsages W. Andersom H. Rodger Malanda Mall EWPA Wales Malanda Ho Kinnear

Babinda Notes Resolve Ground Use for Local Football

A public meeting led by Babinda trustees resolved to share the football field between Soccer and Rugby League teams next Sunday. After discussion and questions, the council approved playing ten Soccer fixtures at Mirriwinny and League matches at Babinda Reserve, with delegates to finalize future arrangements.

Soe Sr Kaspson Babinda Smith State Hotel Lindgreen Messrs. Swmmoldse Hutcheson Lindgreney Sudays Cairns Mirriwini Simmond Win Fox Clube Cinrters McMellon Buck Dahinda Rugby League Mbrustees Mirriwinny Rayne Fp

Easy Way to Darken Grey Hair Mixture

A home formula to darken grey hair and ease dandruff uses water, rum, Orlex Compound, glycerine and other simple ingredients purchased cheaply. Apply to scalp weekly then less often until used up. Claims to darken grey hair without staining skin, help growth, and leave hair soft and glossy.

Glasgow passengers travel 23 miles on trams for openers

In Glasgow passengers may travel 23 miles on the tramways for the opening events as part of a local transport promotion. The plan involves extending routes and offering affordable fares to encourage public access to early activities.

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Watsonville Rifle Notes Reports Trophy Shoot Results

Local rifle club notes describe midweek practice and the Trophy shoot at 200 and 700 yards with Dempster Morris and Day leading scores. Weather and illness hindered turnout. a final trophy stage is planned for Sunday over 400 yards. Special meeting set for May 21 to elect a new secretary and repair the range.

Staat Bop J. Dempster Morris Dempster Oo Dempster Wiz Morris Moris D. Kem Ross D. Morris Leinster Fee Nanely Piggott Winkel Skiqper Neill Simday Ieal Goo R. Suwamg Wo Winkel C Winkel Fiore

Herberton State School Ladies Committee Plans April Socials

Members of the Ladies' Committee of the Herberton State School met with head teacher Mr. Loney to arrange a social and dance for April to fund school needs. Performers were invited and duties assigned. a quarterly dance was proposed with a next meeting set for the 24th.

Herbering Bimrose S. Camp H. Ashherd H. Wilesmith Moly Mr. Loney A. Parsley Loney A Ross Ashfield Daniee Miss Todd Jack Wilesmith Harold Thompson Page Carman Bald King

Motors Get Modern Makeover by New Machinery

Old hand work fades as W Allmuller offers car cleaning and repainting with imported electrical machinery. He guarantees Duco finishes resistant to heat cold salt air and chemicals and promises factory like results.

America DUCO W. Allmuller Danceiat

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