Gairns and District Athletics wrap up at Testa
The event closed at Testa with perfect weather and strong betting. Results include cycling events led by Colin and Cronin, a two mile race won by Max, and the Acements Shepfishld Handicap won by Murphy. Seventeen players practiced tennis with notable doubles excitement as the title chase nears.
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Rand War Report Announces Troop Withdrawal
August 5 dispatch from Orannesburg notes all troops withdrawn from band duty and extra pollers returned to their posts. The brief item states nominal comfitions restored and mentions Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with a testimonial from A B Fry of Mt Barker praising its effectiveness for a feverish cold and bronchitis.
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A. B. Fry
Gawler Street
Mt. Barker
Conflicting Balkan Tensions Stir Rumors of War
London reports a tense scene as Servia and Bulgaria face strained relations and uneasy rumors. A Belegrade dispatch claims Danell was arrested for misusing secret service funds. The Turkish Grand Vizier warns Bulgaria over atrocities, while Greek troops retreat from the Supremes valley amid armistice pressures.
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The Cairns Gatelet Weekly World News by Cable and Telegram
Town and port topics and country correspondence feature early issues. Sporting summaries, mining and commercial intelligence provide local and regional notes, illustrated interest pieces, and special features.
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Mining and Commercial Intelligence
Government rejects Charters Towers mining aid plan
Brisbane August 5 The Government on Mr Marks recommendation says the scheme is not feasible in Charters Towers where Mr Thomas Milla asked for a grant of 4040 to sink a large shaft for testing ground on the 4800 feet level The Brilliant Block sought a loan of 3500 for exploratory work and the Government had previously advanced 3000 to the Brilliant Block and Brilliant Deeps The move would continue the aid but is not approved O Marky resigns as assistant Government Geologist to study medicine in Dublin University.
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Marks
Appel
Thomas Milla
Charters Towers
Marka
O. Marky
Amistant
Dublin University
Railway Electrification Yet Not Ripe Says Commissioner
The August 1 interview with the Railway Commissioner in Bhisbanf states the time is not ripe for electrifying railways and that the pressing issue remains more steam for passenger trains. A Select Committee discussed the Great Western deviation with witnesses Evans Bell Moss and Forsaroth.
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Great Western Railway
Evans
Bell
C. J. Moss
J. Forsaroth
NATIONAL INSURANCE CO STRENGTH AND FINANCIALS REPORTED
The document notes National Insurance Co of Queensland with about £100 000 in 200,000 shares paid up 10 and £61,268 in reserves. Net premium income for the year is £105,055. Paid capital and reserves total about 10 percent of yearly premium income and the company remains nearly twice as strong as the average British office.
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Lin
Lali Wte
Nelson Hotel Adjoins Theatrical Hall Near Post Office
Fragmentary notice describes the Nelson Hotel near the Post Office with Best Wines and Spirits and a tap at McCracken's Boor. The ad mentions a proprietor to be named and references a nearby theater and motel.
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Interstate Commission members named by Prime Minister
The Prime Minister announced the personnel of the Interstate Commission at Usbinet today. The elected officers include chairman AL Bi Piddington KC, George Swinburne, and N. Lockyer Comptroller-General of Cus, all of whom reportedly accepted their posts. The commission will begin work soon to inquire into the tari and advise on adjustments and report to the Government.
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Interstate Commission
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AL Bi. Piddington
K.C
George Swinburne
Vic
N. ( Lockyer
Cust
Cook
Desertion arrests and local incidents reported at Innurpril
An incident report notes desertions from a warship near Innurpril with arrests at Goondi and court appearance. It mentions a diver among detainees, a hotel keeper assaulted, and a Bayton store visit with a quack remedy claim. A local bootmaker consults Chamberlain's Cough Remedy with claimed quick cure.
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Goondi
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Baward Thompson
Stephen Barry
Financial Statement Foreseen For August Parliament
Brisbane reports the financial statement and forecast of revenue and expenditure for the current year is expected to be delivered on Thursday August 21. Preparations for the estimate are underway and the Cabinet has focused on this budget aspect.
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Muting of the Nations Amountios Delays Welcome
A formal muting of the Nations Amountios for the Prevention of Commingation to Gig Weskeyes Hall occurred after sharp study. The event delayed Mr Asquith from welcoming the golegnion.
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Gig Weskeyes Hall
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