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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 05, 1909

Page

2

Kina Leigh and Greens Spur Mines Inspire North Queensland Revival

The Kina Leigh district sits about four miles west of Kina Leigh on hills dividing Brockman's Creek and Dome Creek. Copper ore rich in carbonate and oxide materials is shipped as trial tonnages to Chillagoe and Port Kemarda. The Green Spur lode forms part of a larger vein system. Mr Thierman predicts the district will become a major mining country with renewed activity. The Firas Leigh mine shows thick sulphide ore with assays from 12 to 14 percent at 270 feet depth. Deeper prospects suggest a vast lode near reach, while Daintree mine developments inch forward with promising progress. A new branch line to Fr likely to sustain Chillagoe's smelting operations, provided ongoing mine acquisitions succeed. Other notable prospects include copper near Maloney's Koh, Great Eastern, near Quake River head, owned by Adler of Finnsligh Co, with rich ore at about 63 feet down indicating high Ta nhence potential.

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Turbulent Ledger of Names and Numbers in An Obscure Notice

Fragmentary OCR lists various names such as Carrington United and Durham Counsels with multiple dates and figures like 9/7 and 2/8. The text resembles a damaged classifieds or notices page with scattered fractions and unclear terms.

Tourists in Cairns Need Better Guidance to Hinterland

The article argues Cairns should expand tourist information and transport links to inner hinterland sights. It notes visitors often miss nearby drives to Barron Falls and sugar districts, and criticizes lack of guidance on routes, timings, and local attractions.

Dance in Shire Hall Ends Season on Note of Regret

An Andrews report recalls a dance at the shire hall marked by lively extras and skilled performances. Miss Serthage on piano and Mr Myers on violin led a long programme amid a cool, steady floor. The event closed with tributes to Mr Walters, whose years with the association were praised and mourned.

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The Wyreema Arrives Bringing Tourists to Kuranda

The Wyreema, ADRN’s premier vessel, arrived from Melbourne with a number of tourists visiting the north. Captain Mowtwry reports passengers pleased with the voyage and onboard recreations. A special train will convey the tourists to Kuranda this morning at 9 15.

ADRN Melbourne Mowtwry

Sugar Labour Trouble at Mosman Mill Strike

Workers at the Mosman Mill walk out over pay and bonus demands. Cane cutters join in sympathy with milk hands while farmers plan a meeting to decide further action tomorrow morning. Various local prices and payouts are noted for nearby estates and river regions.

Ralegre Mossman Mosman

Fragmentary OCR Notes From A Lost Item Listing

Fragmentary text references monetary amounts and items like Comper and peppers. The readable lines mention a five pound amount, nineteen pounds, and a forward payment with percentages. Confusing phrasing and missing context prevent a clear event or subject.

Harry Salmon Co presents World Entertainers in Culms show

On Tuesday newt the Tarr Salim World Entertainers will appear at the Shire Hall Culms. The bill includes Sener Coren Mr Salmon’s high salary recruit, infant prodigy Raby Jackson, dancer Miss Ellaie Norrie and chanteuse Nessie Phillips. The Divine rieture and comic sketches round out the program with singing ventriloquism and acrobatic acts. Seats available at Creie and Whitties.

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Federal Parliament Debates on a Readme Bill and Motion

The report records a tense session in Parliament where the House debated the Readme Bill amid interruptions. The Prime Minister stated the motion aimed at more than detraction and waste, while Groom supported a concise reading of the Agricultural Turesn Bill and explained its purpose.

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Parliament in Session With Ruling on Adjournment Request

Fragmented report details a parliamentary debate over the Speaker's ruling on adjournment and a government supply motion. Members, including Mr Airey and Mr Kidston, clash over procedure, with arguments on party lines and potential adjournment to discuss finance and conference outcomes.

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