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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1915
Page
2
Notices memorialize James McDonald who died August 4 and James Forrest who died July 2 at Atherton aged 71. Mrs Waldr on thanks Mr Jeune for the unexpected financial assistance and all who contributed to the Malamds relief effort.
The article argues many favor conforming to White Australia policy while criticizing actions by government and industry leaders. It notes opposition within groups and questions the timing of any proclamation affecting growers and natives.
Fragmentary notes show international argument over labor use and sugar policy. Government and unions clash over percentages of colored labor, export prices, and axelusiom policy. Meredith and Carters are mentioned amid discussions of wages and industry impact.
A fragmented OCR item notes an event titled Orvintbash with no charge for a ceremony or ritual. The readable text is incomplete and lacks clear dates names or places to confirm specifics.
A faded ad touts wire brushes and antiseptic paste with a Keats reference, noting the brushes are flat and the paste cleans and preserves teeth. It mentions Kelly, Chemist, as the supplier and hints at a two shilling price.
Thieves fall out and secrecy mentioned after a joint at the Danish border leading to the Austro Prussian War. In North Queensland an uncle of Dr. Forrest of Charters Towers is noted along with several brothers. A household notice reports Col Harris killed in action at Gallipoli aged about 65, leaving a widow and three children. A new anti irritation cream Serotene is marketed at 1 shilling per tube by Chambers pharmacy Lake Street.
In Bamin da Alaska Waddell opens a store while Calton cobmen donate weekly regu to support returned wounded soldiers from the front. The censor notes names in soldiers letters and North Queensland photographer Mr Charge moves to Cairns and buys Lake Wrest business.
At a public meeting in Freshwater Presether Hall the community unanimously agreed to stage a dance on Saturday August 1 to raise funds for Australian Wounded Soldiers. Proceeds will be handed to the secretary of Australia Day for distribution.
A fragmented report notes a demonstration following a sporting paper excerpt and references Premier Holman’s ouster after a recruiting speech. The Harbor Board Executive discusses a firemen dredge Trinity Bay quarters complaint, with Captain Lawson asked to propose arrangements.
A request from the Patriotic Task Committees to lend equipment for air harbor work was reviewed at the Monday meeting. The Board agreed to loan the materials but informed the committee that personnel could not be provided as required.
The article notes there will be no pen Federal taxation beyond income tax prompting relief from anxiety. It mentions the Price Minister A Fisher reacting to metropolitan papers about proposed rates and the federal government plan for the income tax scheme. Additional remarks reference Mr. Fiske and Ira Lor in the disclosure context.
Demand for the medicine surged as customers sought relief from gout and rheumatic aches. The product, advertised as highly effective, was stated to be obtainable only at Craig's Vice-Regal Pharmacy in Cairn.
A preliminary estimate discusses the cost of covering the water marshes. The document outlines projected expenses and logistics for the Ply task and related cover work.
Ordinary meeting of Cairns Shire Council to be held at the Council office on Friday at 7.2. P. W. Foxwell of Foxwell and Dros Ltd appears. High class tailors showcase suit selections at Semple Room Imperial Hotel.
A Babinda Committee of Advice gathered on Monday electing W. H. Simmonds as Chairman and J. H. Reed as Secretary. The group agreed to meet every three weeks to continue the re ac a.
At Cairns Police Court on Monday before Mr A B Gibson a man named Speiro Gregori as was charged on remand with wickedly and unlawfully setting fire to certain premises at Gordonvale Senior-Sergeant Hawkes prosecuted and Mr A J P Marconell appeared for the defence
A Cairns gathering of the general committee for Queensland Patriotic Day action met in the Council Chambers. Chair R C F Gelling presided as attendees, with letters from Alcambia Patriotic Committees about sports and August plans. Proposals included waiving hall rents, newspaper advertising, and forming sub committees to organize events.
The annual conference of the Cour ty Pree Association was opened by Vice Premier Mr Tiyan who welcomed Mr Ryan and noted delegates represented all shades of political opinion. He assured a welcome to government support for rural amenities and praised the elegant meeting venue.
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