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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 21, 1914
Page
2
Sky events list dates for lunar phases in April with times including First Quarter on April 4 at 54 am and April 17 at 5 42 pm Full Moon on April 10 at 10 pm Sew Moon on April 20 at 31 pm Apogee on April 21 at 15 am. Additional notes reference petiger and tit sin unclear.
The piece argues wage differences between the tropics and the North hinge on cost of living and not on climate. It warns that removing living-cost distinctions would lower wages and that labor in harsh climates does not justify higher rates. economic fundamentals must guide awards.
In loving memory of Florence Williams who died April 1. A devoted mother lies in the grave and is remembered with lasting affection by her daughter Florence May Williams. Flowers may wither but memory remains.
Notes and news item collection notes Kellys Heir Tonic claims to restore scalp and heir health. Also mentions St George's Day railway tickets, a Melbourne House infant frock display, a Rainbow Football Club dance, a Gordon vale event, and local auctions and sales by Burns Philp & Co. Cairns.
The Cairns Chamber of Commerce held its ordinary monthly meeting at 4 pm on Friday the 2th inst. Portions of new machinery for Bitconhire Meatworks were landed from the Lasso Gowrie on Monday and will be forwarded by train.
The Starr Bowkett Puil ding Society met last Saturday with £12 17s 0d total. Attendees listed for next Saturday include A Atkingon and G E Moody. A local chemical mill manager from Pyrmont Sydney has been named manager of Mourilvan Mill starting end of month. Repairs proceed after a recent Johnstone River flood damaged the 8 RL Co. concrete bridge with cane transport by tram from Darradge.
The article discusses winter tourist trips to North Queensland and the prominent plans for a large excursion. It notes that Italy admits limited access to Worth Queensland waters and mentions the popularity of sea outings as the season begins.
The League of Queensland Wheelies meets Monday night approving a June sports event of cycling and pedestrians on Sovereign Day. An advertisement will promote special bargains by Myra on gowns and evening wear at the Strand Hotel Cairns, featuring affordable novelty frocks, jackets, and Queensland race stock.
Traffic Manager Mr W Prewett announces through conveyance arrangements to Thornborough via the Mount Mulligan line. Consignments are booked to Dimbulah and the Dimbulah station master will book to final destination. Rates follow Chillagoe Company classification and charges.
Cairns Theatre continues full houses as the cinema presents the strong program featuring Froite of Ven treance. The final showing is tonight for those who have not seen it yet. Tomorrow marks the usual Wednesday change in the schedule.
In Cairns Police Court Jack Hartigan was charged with drunkenness in Abbott Street. Annie Suter on bail for drunkenness failed to appear. John Francia Kelly pleaded guilty to drunkenness in Abbott Street saying he came from the bush on holiday. Mr Grant fined Kelly 72 hours imprisonment and warned against ongoing habits.
The Commonwealth Electoral Office warns electors to enrol promptly or face prosecution and a £2 fine. A shirt advertisement from J Mirob promotes value, fit, and fashion, claiming satisfaction with purchases from the firm. A letter laments press bias toward the South and delays in northern interests.
The Cairns Wealch of the ANA met Monday with fair attendance. Members discussed a federal proposal to raise the minimum train age to eight years and favored raising the maximum age to 14. A motion urged the Board of Directors to notify branches and prepare a protest if needed to ensure a fair trial of the act.
Tonight at Palace Theatre a full change of pictures is announced with a Reliance comedy drama and Pathe color sequence Trallkatten Falla. The program includes a montage of current events such as Spanish Children’s Display, German Emperor celebrations, and naval displays, plus fashion and entertainment sketches. A benefit for the Cairns Tenms Club is noted.
An inquiry led by Mr P G Grant examined witnesses on Monday regarding the death of Annie Elizabeth Hosbuck. Dr Tyrie stated the deceased lived with her husband on the dredge in Cairns and was found dying in bed with hemorrhage. Emma Roebuck, her mother in law, attended the case. the death occurred around 11 68 pm.
The testimony describes a Cairns death following a home confinement in which the mother claimed not to be a certificated midwife. Witnesses say hemorrhage was discussed but not clearly diagnosed, doctors arrived late, and the husband was away on the dredge. The infant survived. the inquiry adjourned sine die.
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