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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 27, 1929
Page
10
At Cairns Chamber of Commerce meeting a new angle urged lighting Grafton Passage for overseas shipping. References favored lighting the outer passage alongside Little Fitzroy and Townsville buoying Magnetic or Palm Passages. Council decided to push the Grafton Passage lighting proposal.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions a person named Gider hey and a death or ending event. The text is unclear but indicates a local obituary or notice line with names and dates missing.
London report notes a rolling day on May 30 tied to prime ministers and potential government actions. Ambiguous source mentions Ministers and policy context with limited readable detail.
The fragmentary text references USA and Sado coun experience, hinting at services and connotation with tail. No clear event, person, or organization can be determined from the readable portion.
London crowds surrounded officials and traffic to glimpse the Prince of Wales during a visit to inspect 50 Barnardo boys. The Prince joked with the boys and urged them to follow his example, chatting with them as photographers captured the moment.
At least ten Hindus were attacked by Muslims in Sind district. Two were killed instantly and three later died. several others injured. Relatives reportedly killed a mobster, while tribal Muslims sought retaliation for an earlier clash. Hindus flee Facehaked as authorities and barge-area repercussions unfold.
Reported impressions from a royal visit describe the Prince of Wales meeting young Australians and reporters. The scene touches on education links and perceived opportunities for improvement, with praise for Australians tempered by calls to broaden engagement and support for returning home.
April at Innisfail the Treasury approved funds for an electric farming servo project after a Treasury reference letter confirmed representations. Advances against the loan cannot be made until evidence and cost plans are approved. The council seeks serial machinery to be discussed at an early meeting. Mr Greer invited to attend. electric plant expected to be formed before Christmas.
A muted YAL march through Chicago streets drew little extra attention as cadet groups joined the procession. Observers noted the crowd remained calm with no incidents reported during the peaceful demonstration.
Incomplete account notes a party traveling from Rockhampton toward Yeppoon on April 17. The text mentions tests, belongings valued, and conditions prior to departure, with references to a past date and a long journey of about 400 miles.
The note questions how feasible the proposed landing was and its potential impact. It reflects on historical impressions of landing sites, contrasting ancient Carthaginian times with the era of Admiral Byng, amid criticism of Lan Mamaitoh's choice.
London reports Sir Ian Hamilton hopeful for full evidence from the Dardanelles inquiry. He says only a small portion of the Gallipoli material may be released before the commission, while praising the first volume of the official history. He notes the need to honor those who endured and the enduring memory of Gallipoli.
April 26 report notes senna cess foe with unclear context. No verifiable names or events readable.
Paris dispatch reports three approaches to the reparations stalemate. Allies may cut demands, Germany could be enabled to raise payment capacity, or a provisional pact could be reached. If none work, Germany will persist with the Dawes plan but insists transfers start immediately and rejects funding from borrowed money.
Cold weather hit Brisbane with reports from country centers indicating ongoing chill. Wallangarra recorded snow in gullies as the minimum dropped to 37 degrees, signaling a lingering cold spell across the state.
Captain D Campbell and E Gordon are named as children of the school. Mr Campbell will be away on May 19 and will be relieved by Mr W S Maker. The annual exam period follows a short vacation starting Friday, with Mr Baker resuming duties after the break.
On a rural bush road near Calum Bairnsdale two Italian share farmers quarreled and a man, Matteo Sabatino 47, was shot injuring his leg. Giuseppe Guiliane surrendered at Bairnsdale station and was charged with grievous bodily harm.
The War Cry reports General Booth retired is continuing action in Chancery. The Salvation Army commissioners aim for a straightforward economical solution with Commissioners controlling proceedings while the Attorney General pursues the case as defendant. No pleadings or witnesses will be required for the special case, with a mutually agreed course for the counsel’s opinion.
The Royal Air Force monoplane pursuing the world non stop flight record crossed Baghdad at 1.50 pm and Masra at 6.30 pm after 32 hours from England. Air Ministry notes further sightings over Bushire and Jask as the craft covers thousands of miles toward Bangalore. The design features armor and a span of 52 feet with a Napier racing engine.
April 3 reports the town honouring ANZAC Day with crowds including school children and local groups gathering at a central location for a formal salute and event. The account notes familiar rituals and communal participation in the remembrance activities.
Anzac Day observed with large crowds in Melbourne as 28800 servicemen paraded in rain and wreaths lined the Parliament Cenotaph. In Canberra Prime Ministers exchanged cordial New Zealand greetings marking a strong bond of memory and union between the two nations.
In London the Anzac memorial service honored Australian and New Zealand forces. Dignitaries including Sir Christopher Parr and Sir Grane ville Ryrie laid wreaths at the Cenotaph while the crowd filed past. French officers spoke of Dardanelles comrades as wreaths were placed by officials from Australia and Queensland. Traffic was held for the ceremony.
Canberra dispatch notes the Federal Capital of the Retired Soldiers' League hosting a Diggers reunion after the War Memorial ceremony. The Governor General, Prime Minister, Federal Minister, and other dignitaries attended, with Rexponellers and health remarks mentioned during the post ceremony reception.
Fragmentary aviation note from Berlin reports Graf Zeppelin flight details and timing. Readable fragments mention airship activity, locations near Berlin, and potential schedule or reconnaissance notes.
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