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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 30, 1929
Page
9
Changte leaves yesterday for the south as ships remain in port. Woodarrast No. 3 is scheduled to sail at daylight tomorrow into clear weather, signaling movement of the fleet.
A garbled shipping bulletin notes vessels including Commonwealth 16 and Cairns Jane with departures from Brisbane and Fremantle, arrivals to Cairns and London May dates. Mentions vessels such as The Wendarra, Os bergen se, and Orvieto with schedules from May to April, plus references to New Guinea Islands and New Hebrides.
A fragment notes a cold snap in Innisfail and Mareeba on April 29 with temperatures around 46 to 48 degrees. Mentions blankets and wraps in demand as the region experiences a wintry period. Includes garbled phrases about adjacent sugar districts and prior night conditions.
Roma April 28 The No 2 well of the Roma Oil Corporation has been cemented with water zones isolated both above and below the current water layer. The operation aims to secure the water-bearing strata while maintaining well integrity in this delicate process.
Brisbane Produce Market notes chaff and Lucerne hay steady with light supplies and strong demand for well preserved lines. Prices for pumpkins and maize show limited availability, with market closing by May Day. Weevilly cent and feather values noted. several figures read 7/1 to 15/6 and other prices recorded for various grains and produce.
The Clerk reports the land in question includes Robinson's parcel. After further discussion it was decided to accept the offer made. Dr Aitkinson provided input on the matter.
The defense argued the punishment relied on amnesia about the offence but the court considered it extenuating. The defendant was convicted, fined 45, and ordered to pay 8/9 restitution. failure to do so would result in one month imprisonment.
Soccer today features a 5pm tie with Woodarra visiting at 5 15 pm The starting eleven lists Gwintars Nesbit Te Kiboyne ven plus reserves Gait and Wilson Players will wear white singlets as announced by the club
The death notice records the passing of Aubry Battle son of Mr and Mrs A L Battie of Cairns aged 7 years and 6 days. The notice indicates hospital admission prior to death.
In memory of Henry Blocher who was killed at Marceba Speedway Apel notes the tragedy and honors the late driver with family remembrances and a somber tribute at the track.
A Mitchell-era critique argues Labor in office is accusing critics of misjudging the government while denying accountability. It lashes at McCormack and Moore, blaming them for unemployment, debt, and failed state ventures, urging the public to demand explanations from the Premier and his party.
A speaker denounces Labor Governments for causing hardship, saying attacks by the Opposition won’t shield them from responsibility. The text accuses the government of fault and warns that the country bears the consequences of fourteen years of policy.
Captain J. H. A. Tracey chief air pilot of Airways Ltd lies in Fleurbaix Private Hospital awaiting recovery. The Cairns citizen flights planned for the weekend have been postponed to Saturday and Sunday due to his illness and inability to depart.
A local ALP letter criticizes meat and stock nuisance as a problem for Innisfail. Councillors clash over handling stray cattle with the chairman asked to arrange actions while Creek and Jena Creek areas gain praise for their tropical scenery and new developments.
Innisfail court hears remarks by Mr. Atkin P M on penalties for unregistered firearms. A case involves a man charged with possessing a pistol in March while a similar case recounted. Mingled details reference fines, proceedings, and defense representations in a local summary from the April session.
Serjeant Twohy led the prosecution as Constable Pearse located a revolver and five rounds on Fichera’s premises after a March 31 transfer to his brother in law. The court heard the weapon had been possessed four years without a license and that Fichera claimed ignorance of licensing laws. The defense sought leniency. fines were imposed with costs and a default term.
The Cairns Cane Growers Association held its annual meeting at Gordonvale to review last season’s harvest and finances. Secretary read a full report detailing 565,519 tons of cane crushed, 29,759 acres harvested, and about 80,000 tons of sugar manufactured, with prices and future projections for 1929.
The Cairns Canegrowers Association reports harmony in administration with the District Branch and Mossman separation reducing local costs. Levy reductions are possible as the Australian Sugar Producers' Association covers delegate expenses, and district executives handle administration with Combined Mill Suppliers’ Committees. The executive lists members from Babinda Mulgrave and Hambledon areas and notes ongoing preparations for mill-area representation elections. The chairman W C Griffin comments the cane price this year surpassed expectations.
Among the passengers of the Changte, which called at Cairns yesterday, was Mr. F. T. Soong heading to Melbourne to begin duty as Chinese Consul. The report also mentions other names and events from the voyage.
Community notices discuss electors knowledge of farmers groups, motor car taxation, and wage payments. Mentions Mr McCor lecturing on car issues, government wage payouts, and a tax take of 384881 pounds last year. Local council aims at nationalisation and relief for landowners and homeowners, with comments attributed to J. J. McDonald Tolga.
The Malta case involves Angela Asciak alleging her husband Paola Asciak failed to provide maintenance for three years. She claims distress and inability to work, seeking the court to order the husband to furnish support in such amount and manner as the court determines.
Mr J T McNamee stated that his client pleaded out in the matter and the case was adjourned until May 20 for further proceedings.
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