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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 27, 1915
Page
2
A garbled piece extols a policy of Vetrenising efforts of citizens to build a future foundation. It asserts collective pride in domestic industry and factory strength, claiming national resilience in world markets and self reliance.
Welling alerts voters that a writ of election has been issued for the Queensland Legislative Assembly seat in Chillagee. Nominations open April 28 at Chillagne Court House and close April 27, with polling set for May 22 and potential additional polling places noted for April 24.
Tr. Kerwin reports from London on placards and public sentiment praising overseas Dominions for their role in the Empire. He notes the Emden action and New Guinea and HAMOE events as factors shaping favorable views of Australia New Zealand and Canada, with expectations of future benefits.
An editorial praising Australia for its wartime contributions notes England’s recognition of the Dominion’s efforts. It highlights the Emden engagement, Australian Navy achievements, and imperial unity. It predicts postwar territorial considerations and calls for continued loyal service to be acknowledged by the Empire.
A fragmentary opinion piece condemns German aggression and the imagined ferocity of German forces. It argues the conflict stems from a misread global order, depicting Germans as a barbaric force driven by fanatical fervor and intoxication. The piece frames the war as a justified defense of a wronged nation and urges decisive action.
Credible reports deny rumors of a Hembledog Mill brutalizing meat, noting Hambledon and MuléTave areas show improved conditions despite limited fruiting. Weather prospects hinge on near term patterns. warm rain would aid crops, cold rain would hinder. Townsville notes scattered coastal showers and Cairns saw light evening falls. Bow replaces German arline in use.
Auctioneer Frew Anderson advertises a sale of useful articles at Hin Well-known mart with entries large and early bidding. Messrs Harding and Wright also listed for their annual sale nights at Atherton, starting 6 10 am daily. Cairns Pest Destruction Act guidelines appear with poison usage instructions for bread sandwiches in a safety notice.
Mareeba inspection discussed water supply options. Council recommended installing meters at about £5 per premise to charge users by quantity. Visit to ruby depot and Granite Creek crossing noted as matters of interest to the people, with potential rearrangement of piping at the pumping station.
A notice from Wadetc proclaims the opening of a General Store at Rabirda offering Bedrock products and services. The report includes mixed content from Brisbane telegrams and shipping volunteers, plus a focus on Belgian war crimes and local civic notes.
The Austral Theatre presents a rarity in Drury Lane style with Shalesneare’s renowned fry comedy produced by Lionel Aldridge and managed by Md Henry Mir. Aldridge promises a fast scenic show featuring Hot tom and a host of talented local juveniles. ushers to be provided for free on ticket holders.
The Chamber of Commerce of Jesuins sent an urgent wire protesting the Sunday mail delivery. They recall the Lass o Gowrie's planned Saturday departure from Townaville and note the authorities have not approved a change from Monday sailing, depriving the town and district of a valued mail service.
The Palace Theatre promotes a new week featuring a sensational film titled "Summary by Day and Night" alongside a strong live music trio Prokeer Massey Mir Lawson and Wiseia Carmphell. The program includes Australian harbour and city views, daily dramas and a “Friendly Neighbors” comedy with ongoing showcases and a Wednesday billed feature.
A chaotic police report describes a violent incident where a man attacked a woman and his mother before fleeing. The scene left a bed battered, a corpse like wot error, and the wounded man under heavy worry as investigators press the case with no arrest to date.
A wire from the Premier reports he will arrive in Cairns on Thursday for a day of business and a Metic netting in the evening. Mourilyan candidate Mr Macrossan is due to arrive by the Mourilyan railway in the morning for Cairns events.
Fragmentary OCR hints at a musical event with visitors and a kinglike concert setting. The readable words mention a night and visitors, implying a cultural or entertainment program but specifics on date, location, or performers are missing.
A man named J. Kelso was found injured yesterday afternoon near The River area. He suffered a leg injury from a kick and was taken to hospital in an unconscious state. condition reported at 6:00 a.m. remains serious.
A note promotes Chamiserain Tablets to keep bowels regular and avoid suffering. It claims constipation triggers many illnesses and that the product prevents symptoms by aiding digestion and bowel movement.
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