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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 08, 1917
Page
4
Sydney August 7 The Acting Premier says the railway walkout is a rebellion and urges all employees to return by Friday August 10 at the usual start time. Government warns those who stay off will lose special rights and privileges. Rail service amid confusion, coal stocks ample for eight weeks, private stocks low, potential widespread industrial disruption as many miners are out of work.
Despite strikes railway officials report a busy morning with trains from the west, north, south, Wollongong, Gosford and Mount Victoria. Extra services ran as timetables held and staff available, while suburban routes also received increased traffic.
A prominent Post and Telegraph Officers' Association member reported telegraph operators walked 14 miles to the head office and back in the early hours. Wily cars were used for commuting between suburbs with inspectors drivers and two constables per vehicle. Volunteers for clerical duties are abundant, with clerical staff already exceeding required numbers.
In Surrey Hills Labor leader sets out a broad card system grievance as a national clash with the Labor Party. The waterside strike disrupts rail and tram services with 66 trains at central stations today and plans for full withdrawal after sunset. Coal miners fear mass job losses if the strike extends beyond Wednesday, while wharf laborers pledge solidarity.
The text describes Craig's Skeeto Bane as an enemy of all and a protector against insect attacks. It claims to guard users in both sane and adult states, town or country, and to be the best recognized safeguard against malaria yellow fever and related diseases spread by insects.
Final acceptances and latest quotes listed for the Australian Steeplechase include entry numbers and horse names such as Old Mungindi, Van Homreigh, Gaibye, Waimai, San Leandro, Hattleship, Union Arms, Bessie May, Coradgil, Cobram, Boyco. Cairns representatives will be chosen from a long list of named contenders and individuals including Bennon Barrett Foster Noethage Glover O Neill Ward Little ford Laurens and others.
Copenhagen correspondent of the Bystander cites Danish explorer Rasmussen who claims 30 German submarines were trapped under the ice in the Sound near Helsingborg two days after the campaign began. Periscopes showed. decks were buried as ice drifted and many subs perished after days imprisoned while crews attempted escape. Prince Harold reportedly informed the witness of the event.
Brisbane dispatch reports the Railway Economy Board, cancelled by the Government and deemed illegal, will restart its inquiries in Toowoomba tomorrow. The piece mentions issues of natural fraud, questioned digestion of food, and urges medical tonics as remedies.
An advertisement promotes Rekona as a universal remedy for minor everyday injuries. It markets soothing healing for the skin with availability at retailers, noting a price around 3 shillings and six pence.
The article describes a film lineup at the Cairns Theatre with Adrienne Van Couver a divorcee warned by a crystal gazer that she cannot win Henry Armstrong’s love. Lorraine greets John Dean while Henry and Adrienne conflict, leading to a murder frame and John’s arrest then release as the true killer is found.
The Austral presents a grand evening with The Gambler of the West a popular western and other films including a two part remedy and a dramatic imperial drama. Packed with sensational scenes and top artists the program also features Juste en Bitteings and Eclair a comedy in a varied bill. Comfortable seating and best prices ensure value for patrons seeking variety in pictures tonight.
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