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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 02, 1928

Page

3

Chambers of Commerce Conference Opens in Maryborough

The eighth annual Federated Chambers of Commerce of Queensland conference convened in Maryborough with about 30 of 44 affiliated chambers represented. President W B Darker chaired as delegates debated wage policy, industrial development, tax relief, trade expansion, immigration, rail and transport issues, unemployment funds and calls for wider Queensland home goods preference.

Maryborough Federated Chambers of Commerce of Queensland W. B. Darker Chamber O Commerce Palo Alto Millatry

Cairns Proposal Promotes Australian Goods Literacy

A meeting passed a motion to distribute literature to children promoting Australian made goods. A. J. Heap moved to approach the 5 and Federal Governments about reviving the timber industry through afforestation and investigation of overall industry conditions. Delegates supported the motion, conference adjourned to tomorrow.

A. J. Heap Stanley

Mourilyan School of Arts discusses museum plans

A Mourilyan School of Arts meeting reviews a proposed museum project with potential support from Mines and Forester Departments. Donations include Robinson Crusoe items, Roman coins, and war relics. A billiard room may house exhibits. final space decisions await the subscribers meeting.

Mines Department Queensland Forester Department Brisbane Museum Herbert, Ur, Nott, MH Barrier Reef Rughy Channel Ar. K. Sloan Hurt Robinson Crosne Williams A. J. Dlayes Tunisfai Returned Soldiers’ Association League Wight J. Stewart

CWA Gordonvale Ambulance Presentation Highlighted

On July 24 the CWA Gordonvale Branch presented a cheque of 24 pounds 9 shillings net for the ambulance effort. Mrs Mighell expressed best wishes to Mr Johnstone the superintendent whose health prompted the presentation.

Johnstone J. Cannon J. Johnstone Gordonvale CWA Mighell

Gordonvale Notes Euchre Party and Old Time Dance

A large crowd attended the Nelson theatre for a euchre party and old time dance organized by the Roman Catholic Church committee. About fifty couples danced and many played euchre as prizes were awarded to Ladies and Gentlemen, with refreshments provided. The event featured MC A O'Cormac and music by Mrs O'Byrne, and raised strong local community engagement.

Nelson Theatre Mormday Roman Catholic Church Committee A. O'Ciormac O'Byrne Stanley Cleary Con Murphy M. Neanan Are Jordean Joe Crewe Gent Boris Philp Stanley Kirby Frent Duffy Carlton Hotel Treacle” MacFarlane K. Hairs Robinson Cairiag Trail and Winstone W. Chimes

Worthy Ready Made Mattress Cases and Fabrics Sale

Fabric and bedding sale listing various ready made mattress cases large striped patterns and cloths in multiple sizes. Includes 48 inch wide casements 7/6 each and 2/3 yard jute bedsides with bright reversibles. Men s silk shirt stock and hosiery also offered with new patterns and Peter Pan collars.

Tennis match results from July 2 reports

Stun day results show exrensice defeating Watsonville 7 3 to 6 5 in sets. Mrs Jones paired with CL Stewart beat Miss Roos and 5S Roos 2 6. Norman and Edwarde beat Miss Dempster and Leinster 1 4. West End beat Irvinehank 8 5 to 4 6 in games. Multiple doubles lines list varying pairings and scores through the day.

Stunday Exrensice Watsonville Jones Mra Norman Roos Dempster CL Stewart Mise Roos W. Stewart Leinster Wyatt V. Kirkman Dr. Horton Gri Hoult Miss Wearin Miss Fraser Trice Callaghan Routh Kirkman Cusack Scote Burton Herberton Town

Ladies' Silk Hose and Decorative Crepe Paper Notice

Listing of items including ladies pure silk leg hose with mock seam and color shades, crepe paper for A.B. brand in 10 foot rolls of 20 inches, camphor in small loz quantities, and Sunbeam steel nickel plated safety pins offered in 100s per bunch at a splendid value. Prices and details provided for purchasing.

A.B Doren

Mrs Pankhurst Will Leaving £86 To Daughter Chris

Mrs Pankhurst of London died leaving an estate of 86 pounds all of which she bequeathed to her daughter Chris total.

Mrs. Pankhurst London

McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Tablets Promise Quick Weight Gain

Advertises McCoy's Cod Liver Oil Compound Tablets as an easier taste friendly alternative to cod liver oil for building flesh and strength in 30 days. Guarantees money back if no effect, sold in chemists for 4 shillings per flask.

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Chambers OF Commerce Umil Navd Commeter Queensland University R. H. Cumming Brisbane Ipswich J. Verney Rockhampton Verney Nsw Victoria K. A. Woolcock Varney Rockhampt Australia New States Mr. Verney Papue Lovingir W. Lankan Tne New South Wales J. E. Phumridge Thegeonte Greater Tighane Townsville Chrisbane J. G. Dennis Cairns Eee Mourilyan School OF Arts C.W.A Gordonvale Branch Ambulance Presentation Mulgrave Quoit CLI Mulgrave Hotel Queit Royal Society OF ST. George Me. W. PL Seymour-Howe T. H. Sheppards Percy Harris Frank Hilalee Harris Anderson I. Bach Imine Wallace Enone NTR Seis Manchester Sayre Men’s Department Fancy Department A.C.B The
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