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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 10, 1910

Page

2

William Blu UM and James O Sell storekeeper notice

Fragmented notice refers to employment or hire terms, ports Townsville Cooktown and Port nit, with names William Blu UM and James O Sell storekeeper of Nelson. Telephone contact provided. details unclear due to OCR errors.

William Blu UM Cera Weusteot Townsville Cooktown Meare Com Mills Airna Bok Salle James O Nelson Tobi Alt Draper

Nerthase’s Store Unveils New Design Line Ahead of Holidays

Nerthase introduces a fresh assortment of fashion and home items including limited supply Trandanger Phooks on Beutel. The new designs aim to attract collectors and trend watchers with bold patterning and exclusive runs.

Hwardanger Nerthase Trandanger Phooks Beutel

Good Investment in Lewling Inland Town

Business notice seeks capital of £350 wired by male investor. Apply A. J. Drager for details and participation in the inland town venture.

Lewling Male A. J. Drager

Tender invited for sale of J P Freeston business assets and Chillagoe properties

Tender invites issued for purchase of the going concern J P Freeston Chilla gee liquidation including Aerated Water Factory Hairdressers stock fittings and plant. Also invites for Chillagoe Mineral Field with dwelling and outbuildings. Tenders close noon on date. highest bid not guaranteed. Architects invite tenders for first section of Cathns District Hospital two storey brick building with tenders closing Wednesday.

Tendes J. P. Freeston Chillagee Selon Bair Rei Salon Chillagoe Dieta E White School of Arts Cannes Cathns District Hospital

Cairin and Mareeba Ticket Sales Notice

Cairin and Mareeba announce ticket sales for Craig and Whittick's events. Tickets priced 2 shillings and 3 shillings available from Thursday to Monday inclusive. Prices set for Cairns at Craig and Whit ticks and Mareeba at Coatin's.

Cairin Cairns Craig & Whitticks Mareeba Coatin’s Craig & Whittick's

AUSTRALIAN RAIL EXCURSION TO ATHERTON AUG 14 1910

An advertised railway excursion from Cairns to Atherton on Sunday August 14 1910 includes football matches at Atherton Sports Ground with a 6 pm Cairns departure and 6:50 pm Atherton return. Fares listed are 4 shillings adults and 2 shillings children with Cairns to Koremda 2/6 and Cairns to Marecca 3/. Auctioning property at 1 Martin Street Cairns references a house and stalls.

Wonster Cairns Atherton Sunnday Atherton Sports Ground Adulus Koremda Marecca

Furniture Sale at Public Auction Notice

Mr G Hoare announces a Saturday sale of household furniture kitchen utensils and a choice range of garden plants at public auction. Catalogue includes clothing and other items. viewing times and exact price guidance not provided.

Tender notices and public works invitations from Brisbane 1910

Public notices invite sealed tenders for belting and equipment supplies in 1910. Details cover schedules, extended deadlines, and where to view plans and forms of tender at the Customs Row Cairns Office and Court House. Also invites tenders for public works with related deadlines and places for submission.

Bristhams Railrays Brisbane Court House Cairns

Crown Land for Selection at Cairns Auction

Crown Land for Selection listed for Agiellors Farm Selec tion at 11 o'clock on Monday September 1910. Lands office Cairns 88y parish of Tinaroo about four miles west of Marcelm. 12040 acres valued at 1/ and 15 per acre. Applications lodged before opening treated as judged then. further information from the Cairns Land Agent.

Agiellors Farm Cairns Tinaroo Marcelm

Lands opened for selection in Atherton district

Lands in the Dirran and Halanda parishes near the Johnson Itheca Rivers and Birran Creek will open for agricultural farm selection at Land Office Atherton. Dates in September 1910 list 22, 21, and 30 portions with areas from 152 to 321 acres priced from £2 to £3 5 per acre. Applications lodged before opening treated as submitted at the time.

Atherton Dirran Halanda Johnson and Itheca Birran Herberton Pthertem Tolga-Jotmeen Hitver Lech Dirram Tir- Fan N.A

Proprieter pledges service over profit amid price talk

A fragment from a society column notes the proprietor insists on not making a profit and offers to serve the public, claiming fair value for their mower purchase and urging reasonable pricing.

Eucelient Wales

Rasayer and Grebuyer Offer Bullion and Ores

Advert appears from head office in Mareera, Western Queensland, promoting Rasayer and General Grebuyer as assayers and buyers of bullion and all ores. They specialize in pire work and claim to handle all assays.

Mining Wires Telegram Teems With Racing Bets

A telegraph style report lists horse names and odds including Blucher’s Victory Bonnie Dundes Brilliant Central and Kalamadan with various fractions and prices. The fragment shows bets on multiple entries and payouts, reflecting a wagering scene at a mining wires desk.

Towers Blucher Bonnie Dundes Briliant Brilliant Central Brilliant Clark Kalamadan Paids Maryball Queen New Wrillliant Pfeiffer's Pedde Victory

London Metal Market Prices Narrowly Mixed

Market notes from LIM DON show copper moving from 1S8 to 575, tin at 159 to 152 pounds ten, with lead quoted at 12 pounds 2 shillings 6 pence. Limited readable data.

Lim Don Toesday Doppar Spor Tim

Fragmented Trades and Sums Across Town Markets

OCR fragment lists various goods and prices traded in multiple shops and locations such as Mt Mol, Mt Elliot, Hampden, Weinerton, and Gilmore's. Entries show items, quantities, and monetary values including pounds, shillings, and pence with multiple vendors and notes like paid, dd, and O.K.

Chillaque Mumgana O.K Mt. Mol. Col Mt. Elliot Alon Gremor New Eimanleigh Hampden Clem Weinerton Chiager Ruddygore Vulcan

Notes and News from The Post August 10 1920

Go Saturday next at his mart, at noon. Mr A J Draper will sell under Mr Hrooker Street.

A. J. Draper Hrooker Street

Reed A. Mellick Sale Noted In Fragmentary Text

The readable portion references Reed A. Mellick and an sale notice amid garbled wording. No clear date or location is discernible, suggesting an incomplete, historical newspaper fragment.

Record Season Price Sale Draws Shoppers

The piece describes Mayers offering a clearance sale to finish the season with drastic price cuts. It notes further reductions and many items marked down beyond true value as shoppers are urged to visit Rolgni's for the record sale, a season highlight.

Mayers Cairne Sim Ami Rolgni

Official Visitor Impressions from H B Templeton Deputy Fest Master

Mr H B Templeton reports on Northern districts with rapid growth near Cairns and mining activity at Chillagoe and Mungana. He notes new letter delivery in Townsville, strong confidence in Herberton and Tolga Atherton projects, and overall positive future prospects for the region.

H. B Templeton Ville Cairms Teenpleton Cairns Mungana Chillagoe Tolga Atherton Herberton Bewith

Senior Sergeant Welcomed In Cairns Court

Senior-Sergeant Ryan was welcomed by magistrates in Cairns after a rapid promotion. The commissioner rewarded him for meritorious service as he follows a popular predecessor. Ryan pledged to serve the public to the best of his ability and remain loyal to the service.

Polies T. W. Farnell C.P.S Tyan Nims Cairns Ryan

Steamer at Home Draws Crowds for Hospital Fund

Residents packed the harbor for a steamer at home event despite poor weather. Mayors and matron organized the fundraiser with strong volunteer support, gathering a sizable sum for the hospital. Visitors toured the ward and mingled with organizers after the event, enjoying the night’s program.

State Parliament Last Rights Sitting

The Legislative Assembly met to discuss government policy on a potential rail line from Mantilla to Sandyrest. Minister for Public Instruction reported 25 teachers’ salaries cut this year, with five rehired elsewhere and 13 teachers restored. police objections to a club license were withdrawn after inquiry and police direction.

W. H. Bermes J. G. Appel Mom Seema Htuoter Homa Aphel

Gamut of Gambling Raid At Rhode Island Club

A raid on a Rhode Island gambling club at Nerraganmett Pier led to arrests of many social figures. Constable Cross and his men seized a heavily guarded roulette hall denying access to its patrons, while Chief Inspector Canyell moved to end the operation. The raid produced seizures of cash in play and a courtroom date set for the accused on the 16th. Names of the socialset and women involved were kept confidential as authorities seek to conclude the case.

Losson Tadey Nerraganmett Pier Rhode Talend United States Alumer Cross Palice Ares Canyell Policr Cros Arsadit New Reston Miladelphie

Telegraph Collapse South of Bowen Reported Last Night

Telegraph lines failed again south of Bowen after midnight as early Post wires began to dribble. Some messages still dribbled in as the Post went to press this morning.

Bowen

Sale of Furniture by Auction This Saturday

On Saturday next at 10 pm Mr. J. G. Hoare will auction the furnishings of Mr. W. T. McKie including household items, utensils, and various kitchen gear. The sale offers furniture and small goods from the McKie residence.

McKie G. Hoare J. G. Hoare W. T McKie

Burning Fatality In Gulf Area Claims Young Woman

A private telegram reports the death of a 30 year old third daughter of Mr and Mrs George Muller residents of the Gulf. She succumbed Monday evening to injuries from a burning accident. The deceased was well known in Normantus and the news caused widespread sympathy among Cairns residents who received telegrams of condolence yesterday.

George Muller The Gulf Normantus Aera Foret Cairns

Dolores Visit Delayed Train Schedule Confuses Readers

Fragmentary OCR shows plans for a Delores visit with delays and ticket sales at Craig and Whittick's. Readers from Marecha to Atherton face a shifted 7 p.m. train. details incomplete.

Delores Mourilyas Craig and Whittick’s Cairne Tueulsyn Marecha Atherton

Telegraphic plea for improved regional services sparks town discussion

Townsville reports a chamber appeal urging better telephone service to Ayr and Uranden, postal access at Marta Creek, and a direct mail line from Townville. Officials and Mr Templeton respond with unclear remarks amid the telegraph era reforms.

Townsville Chamber of Toin

Divorce Action in Townsville Court Dissolves Marriage

District Court grants Susan Mary Goleman divorce from Walter Goleman of Pimasteigh on cruelty and adultery with Annie Schoield. Custody of two children awarded to the plaintiff.

Tate Susan Mary Goleman Walter Uolemar Pimasteigh Annie Schoield Ugleman

Insolvency Case Heard In Townsville Court

In Townsville the District Court heard an insolvency matter involving Marjory Janet Gutteris and McKay Butter. The plaintiff claimed purchase money for property, while the defendant denied ownership and the jury awarded a verdict for the plaintiff. The defendant plans to apply for a further hearing and legal relief tomorrow.

Townsvillee Tussilav

Sthire Collapse Affects Charleville Carriers

A shaky strike in Charleville disrupts carrier services. Teams now lead at old rates while movements push for price adjustments, as pastoralists and carriers clash over demands.

Charleville Maeda

Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Society Meeting Report

The Prevention of Cruelty Brisbane society held a Monday meeting chaired by Home Secretary Mr J Gingel. The report highlighted progress in child and animal welfare and noted an amended Orphanages Act to be presented to Parliament. The motion to adopt the report was carried unanimously.

Brisbane Society For the Prevention of Hell Po J. Gingel Aprel Tbere Morter

Steamer Enetern Grounds in Middle Channel

In Brisbane a telegram reports the steamer Enetern of the 4 and A line ran aground in the Middle Channel on Saturday night. Captain McArthur and crews attempted to refloat her, but by Monday only salvage work remained. Affected trade and port authorities monitor the situation. In Sydney Labour groups planned a demonstration for the release of two strike leaders but the prisoners were freed yesterday afternoon and left with friends.

Arisbane Nockhamption Ateles Enetern Tome Wo McArthur 4 and A. Line Atelee Broadicant Turin Metange Sydney Bathurst Fray Pulic

Burning Fatality in Richmond Cottage Fire

An elderly woman, 72 years old, perished in a cottage fire at a Richmond residence occupied by Mrs. Travis. The blaze occurred Friday, leaving the home and contents engulfed in flames. There were no indications of arson in the initial report.

Sydney Richmond Mra Travis

Embezzler Sentenced for Theft from Tourism Department

Michael A. Kelly pleaded guilty at the Quarter Sessions to stealing £440 from the Tourist and Immigration Department. He received a two year term with hard labour.

Sydwyv Turtday Michael A. Kelly Tourist and Immitation Department

Workers and Wages in Sydney Court Ruling

In Sydney Tuesday Judge Heydom warned of fair play toward workers as Calon sued for breach of award over underpayment to a Wall truck driver. The judge said wage rates must reflect class work and the wages fund must be fairly divided among workers. He cautioned against unlimited funds being misused.

Sydney Heydom Rother Calon Mevdon Ives

Frutte Variety Prompts Makers to Expand Lines

A note on the wide range of fruits now offered by Toage Ley's Joms and other makers. The passage highlights extensive variety and imagines how rivals respond to such breadth.

Toadley

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