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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 23, 1930
Page
4
Rapid clearing bargains feature Ladies silk frocks and cotton vests at reduced prices. Clearing items include tweed and fancy fabrics by the yard, blankets, towels, linen, umbrellas, cotton hose, silk stockings, shoes, house slippers, and men’s wear. Phone 476 Abbott Street, Cairne.
A Brisbane column questions the Race Commission’s stance on control of registered racing. It notes the Queensland Turf Club’s ownership remains favored by many participants and discusses potential government legislation to create a nationwide board. The piece highlights country racing impacts and possible redistribution of privileges tied to club funding and prize pools.
A historical discussion notes rival sites Petrie Bight and the elevated location near Centenary Park for a proposed City Hall. It covers accessibility, views, and the influence of figures like Aldermen Dunn and McMaster, the laying of foundation stones, and the final choice, with costs around ten thousand pounds for the tower and clock.
A muddled report recalls a Sydney scene of powder invitations amid a stuttering social event at City Hall. Officials, a mayor, and guests faced a tense reception, with references to a beauty contest winner and public scrutiny over selection methods and publicity.
The Brisbane wool sales last week featured generally improved offerings with superfine wools from Casals Adarale Cane mall Clermont Darling Downs and Stanthorpe districts. Demand remained keen with France Germany Italy and Japan as top competitors though America lagged. prices were about 5 percent higher overall, while a few superfine lots and wet grown fine wools fetched lower margins due to exchange rate effects.
Mareeba social page lists locals and visitors during the Easter break. Ivy Roberts and others visit relatives. Ena Muhldorff and Laurie Wilson holiday with families at St Marys Herberton and Mareeba. Cairns guests, trips to Port Douglas, Heberton, and Mitchell are noted along with local resident movements and visits.
Samuel Allen and Sons Ltd, agents, prominent business in Bergers Point, is noted as a world renowned firm with regional impact.
Innisfail residents hear calls for disclosure of a £60,000 water project and a combined electricity water plan under Labor guidance. The writer accuses the Labor Council of withholding details, warns ratepayers will bear the cost, and urges full public access to all data ahead of the council election.
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