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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 25, 1921
Page
5
A garbled Cairns district dispatch records sparse notes from Kuranda and Wyreema including Mrs A Breed and Mrs Minnie St Rais, with reference to community events, a household fare, a large attendance, and a local boat voyage. The fragment mentions a ceremony at a house and a charity event led by Marriott. details are unclear due to poor OCR.
In a Weanerdey court session Toomey pleaded not guilty to a charge of being found as comman eminee without laws. Various attendees faced bail forfeitures. The Mourilyan Harbor improvement plan is discussed with Mr Cullen to inspect and report on feasibility and timing for necessary upgrades.
The miners conference in London on April 24 blamed the late allies and the withdrawal of support by transport workers for the strike's impact. The joint committee met, adjourned to Monday, urging cooperation. miners’ dues funded by the Amalgamated Engineers totaled £80,000 and 490,000 was raised.
A fragmentary early 20th century style dispatch describes violence in Indi, Ireland area with references to a Protestant farmer near Hutmore dragged from bed and found killed. The report mentions a city’s correspondence and a Cavan County location with a body described as riddled with wounds and the word informer appearing in context.
Brisbane reports continued sentiment among Returned Soldier League members urging unity and national strength. A keynote speech warned against using commemorations to foster discord, advocating that celebrations remain tied to national harmony and posterity.
Rockhampton April 4 Captain Rhodes and his party amid a perilous voyage sought the Japanene canawaya from the wrecked vessel Rock ton. They returned empty handed, reporting a trying trip with high winds and near disaster. The crew endured drenching rain and near capsize, but Captain Rhodes steered to safety amid rough seas.
London April 24 A Wanhe ingian correspondent to The Tribune reports that the United States will insist on American approval before any German reparations agreement is reached. The dispatch notes German leaders, including Bernsdorff, press for swift cabinet action and for allied acceptance of terms, while amid economic strains and neutral concerns. The report cites Ben Bernsdorff and German officials awaiting response from America regarding concessions and the outline sent to Africa and other partners.
London dispatch reports on Vickers shipyard activities with references to the Barrow vessel, commissioning details, and remarks on safety, workmanship, and potential impact on employment and export aims. The piece notes Australian interest and ongoing plans for rapid transport, amid industrial attention and leadership statements.
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a court action and bond status, listing potential names and filings. Details are unclear, but indicate proceedings around bonds and claims without defining outcomes or parties.
New York reports April 24 interview with Likai, Japanese Education Minister, and a third party leader in the Diet. Discussion covers Japan's wartime conduct, civilian control of policy, and moves to reduce military influence while seeking broader cooperation with the United States, Britain, France, and China. A communications conference debated arms distribution, with Pacific policy unsettled pending a major settlement.
Rockhampton April 23 A juror described the present jury system as a disgrace. In a trial, jurors reportedly deliberated under influence and faced pressure from defense and Crown alike. The judge warned of reprisals on the Crown side and urged reform to protect the community and ensure fair verdicts.
A chaotic incident at Maryborgloh on April 24 involves two individuals attempting to visit a location by Ava machine. After three failed water landings they were forced to make a fourth, landing in a dug section of a ground linked to a sewering scheme. Local authorities investigated the mishap and noted the ground conditions at the site.
Sporting notes from Townsville and Melbourne detail multiple divisions and placings. Results include Bruel tag Quay 5 and Parker, Mulrone, Lanian, and Deween among riders, with times and margins noted. Melbourne Epsom Turf Club meeting reports headlined finishes with a horse named Anion and others placing by lengths and necks.
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