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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 08, 1947
Page
5
Amid chaotic transport talk in Melbourne broader pull for central control surfaces. Commentary recalls earlier push for city and metropolitan suburbs under single authority and questions on Sunday restrictions and private courts.
The meeting discussed establishing cement works in Mareeba and the Gulf region, with emphasis on lime and building materials. Speakers urged government support for rail and irrigation, tannery viability, and capital for multiple secondary industries, highlighting the need to move raw materials to central hubs.
The club captain D Crees praised the organization for minimal delay as players finished on time. Scores were posted across events including Stableford with Mrs P A Doolan and Mim M Bouston tying on 15 points, and J Adair tallying 321-3 in a separate event. Weather affected the district results with rain but competition continued, and trophies were awarded by Mr FVM Mothdurft and Mosman club members.
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