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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1912
Page
4
A miscellaneous collection of small notices and classified items from Cairns including references to local figures Dr Charis T Murrey and Dr G Martin, a Land Commission court in session, Atherton Ambulance charity excursion funds, and assorted product notices for tonics and tooth powders with prices.
The text records a chaotic discussion of a dredging proposal and its cost, referencing the Proahlite Dredge arrival and a Providence warning. It mentions efforts since February to assess adherence to election goals and critiques the project’s affordability amid environmental and depth concerns.
A garbled business missive urges readers to give a trial order despite large purchases. It emphasizes fair consideration for all customers and hints at a company with extensive stock. The text is fractured but conveys promotion of trying their goods.
A doubtful municipal notice discusses action to rescind a motion and continues the policy guiding harbour matters. It mentions ratepayers and board representatives, urging adherence to established framework and awaiting formal steps for up to date arrangements. The document references surplus funds and aims at timely completion of the inter related measures.
A ditzy backstage farce unfolds as a handsome man is captivated by a palm-reading gypsy. Julie and Nicole spy on him while two rivals clash. A struggle outside the inn ends with a stunned Julien and the gypsy departing with her chosen admirer.
The notice lists sale prices on a wide range of garments and fabrics including men's flannel shirts skirts and trousers, white shirts, negligee shirts, Tweed trousers, gents ties, half hose, lace up boots, canvas shoes, footballer socks, first class Tweed coats, boys Norfolk Tweed suits, Norfolk suits, remnants and calico fabrics with multiple sale prices and usual prices noted.
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