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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 26, 1917

Page

1

Vast Land Listings Across Parishes Near Cairns and Mulgrave

A long Sacramento style notice lists multiple parcels in Parishes of Cairns Mona Sophra Bellenden Ker with acres ranging from 2 to 305. Properties front Mulgrave River or Barron River, near Redlynch, Kowrowa, Kuranda, and Babinda. Terms include sixth cash, ten years, 5 percent interest, and large portions with scrub land and improved homestead sections.

Fie Kamerunga Barron Fee Gogit Barron River Redlynch Pyramid Estate Mulgrave Rover Mulgrave Fanso Algrave Mill N.C Mulgrave Mill Sophta Labelle Mulgrave River Medh Morthem Bali Fishery Creek Mulgrave Tego Bellenden Ker Babinda Mill Babinda Ing North Coast Railway North Coast Line All Werae Harvey's Reek Lota Mirrichent Babinda Mil Feechman

Ravenshoe Notes: A Local Sendoff and Plans for September Show

The Ravenshoe notes describe a rainbound week with no timber hauled and a farewell for Mr. Kerr marked by an impromptu sendoff, a crowded gathering, and late celebrations. Talks begin of a September show with ground clearing, stalls, and fencing, plus planning for a Red Cross dance and Anzac Day events. Townsfolk discuss tree cutting, weed growth, and preparations, while a harvest hope is noted despite conditions.

Keer School of Arts Mr. Kerr Stcom Mitchell A. Bolton Red Cross Society John Frost

Stannary Hills Ladies Bracelet Shoots Reported

The second and third shoots for the ladies bracelet occurred on April 2 and April 22 at ranges 290 000 and 200 500 and 700 yards. Captain Donaldson led with top scores of 68 and 96 respectively. Frank Birch won the club prizes including the bracelet after nominations. Local officials and residents attended, with six ladies nominating Birch and a calcutta held for charity benefiting the hospital. Social notes mention Father Downey’s visit, commercial visitors Townsend and Gates, and residents Townsend Gates Rundle and Kelly traveling in the week.

Donaldson Hocking Wilesmuth Deave Aw Wearmouth BK Ridmer J. Dawson F. Birch G. Birch IW. Kelly J. Jackson Brown B. Brown Ansen Capt. Donaldson BR. Wiesmith E. Kidner L. Wearmonth A B. Hocking Frank Birch Calcutta Father Downey Herberton Townsend and Gates 5. Rundle Cairns Walter Kelly Bibophra W. Hudson and Son Matron Schwager Hoapitar Trvinebank Fanny Sadie Brown Master J. Brown Trvinebanlk

Wedding Bells at St Marys Cooktown in April Nuptials

A large turnout attended the St Marys RC Church ceremony in Cooktown on April 11 as Miss Ivy Reynolda Reynolds wed Mr. LH Potter of South Australia. The bride wore ivory crepe de chine with lace trimming, carried a white satin crook, and received a ruby and diamond ring. Bridesmaids wore shell pink and Brussels net, with pink and white rose bouquets. Guests included relatives and choir members, and the couple left for Cairns, Herberton, and Yungaburra for their honeymoon, ending the day with a breakfast and toasts.

St. Mary's RC. Church Cooktown Ivy Reynolda Owen Reynolds LH. Potter South Australia Hoyne Eileen Meldrum Edith Parching Lowie Magee Medici C. Patching St. Mary's Choir Mourilyan Cairns Herberton Yungaburra

Red Cross Work Praised by Returning Private Nielsen

Private Chris Nielsen writes to the Aloomba Red Cross Society praising the volunteers for their support during two years of active service. He notes Red Cross outfits for sailors, hospital trains, shipboard care, and refreshments at ports from Ane esha to Sydney, Fremantle, Mulbourne, and Kangaroo Point, expressing gratitude and best wishes for the society’s continued work.

Chris Nielsen Aloomba Red Cross Society Australia Red Cross Aneesha Red Crocs Red Colamba Fremantle Mulbourne Sydney Queensland Rose Hall Brishame Kangaroo Point Hospital Chris. Nielsen

Soldiers Postbag Letter From Cyril Ryan

Cyril Ryan writes during difficult wartime with Christmas approaching. He notes little visible change for strangers yet deep sorrow beneath daily life. He urges sympathy and respect for heroes as people carry on with routine pursuits and small pleasures amid turmoil.

Gene Atom

Patriotism in Australia and France reference

The writer reflects on national ideals in Australia and how France cured a skeptical view of patriotism. He praises the powerful sentiment seen in France and hopes a similar awakening benefits Australia after recent referendum results. He notes his pen ran away with emotion and mentions previous cautious correspondence.

France Australia Christus

Coal Famine in Munich Sparks Citywide Restrictions

Munich faces a coal crisis with no fresh supplies during cold weather. Schools and theatres close. public meetings halted. restaurants and clubs limited to one room and closing by 10 pm. Municipal fuel confiscation tightens control as authorities aim to ration private supplies.

London Munnich Munich Rt Imatructions Soy Aes Ammenace

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