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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1909
Page
2
The record notes ore production and mining activity for the Ble district in 1900. It details stoping depths at 3400 feet level, 609 foot, and 1080 foot levels, with ore quality described as good at certain points. The water and winders limits constrained output, while the direct level work extended 34 feet deeper. The boiler shed nears completion and ore handling continues with 28 tons crushed for tin value.
A fragmented OCR item lists various goods and prices including towers scarf, Brilliant Wheat, Moe's items, a console, various fractions and prices, and references to Freehills and Warshaliin. The text is garbled with nonsensical segments and unclear full names.
The provided text is a garbled OCR fragment mentioning names and entities without clear reportable events. It references a person noted as Tony and scattered terms related to Pakistan and lending, but no coherent incident, date, or outcome is discernible for a dated news item.
The Shite hall event drew about 130 attendees for an evening of music, dance, and stage decor. Mrs Massey on violin and Miss Worthach on piano led a polished program with formal costumes, floral scenes, and a Flora Seque number from The Gondoliers.
The August 13 1908 issue details carnival events at Cairn Show including Abbe Hall Concerts Shire Hall Rich ards Entertainers and Fir Tree art activities. A school picnic at Freshwater on Double Island drew about a hundred attendees with student families. Mr H keylac herty was absent due to illness. TB Cowie led the happy gathering and returned home after the feast and festivities.
A carnival concert directed by Mrs Fester features a naval and military display and a grand march. Vocal soloists include Miss Smyth and Mr Abraham, with the Town Band and familiar local performers. The box plan is at Urolg and Whittick's and viewing will begin after 1 p.m. at the Show Grounds.
The Richards Entertainers tour adds new acts tonight at the Kidfellow's Hall with further shows Friday and Saturday in Shire Hall. The troupe, praised across the hinterland for a varied program, features top acts including the two Wormelds whose acts have drawn crowds everywhere. The previews have built strong expectations for a large, appreciative audience tonight.
A Fister wick Victoria resident writes from St Louis about life in the United States. He notes Americans rarely discuss Australia and often confuse it with Austria. He recalls praise for his English and mentions the Seattle fair. He says Australia is not represented at the big exhibition and suggests clearer knowledge would help Americans understand his country.
Unclear OCR fragment shows a handicap item with partial words Tw Jumler Handicap On Toe. No readable names dates or places. Summary unavailable beyond the damaged line.
Telegraph report from Geraldton notes plans for the Masonic ball amid race week events. The program includes a dance floor and entertainment with a focus on a menu and social amusements, though details remain tentative.
A mining collapse at a Norfolk area shaft trapped workers. Injuries reported for multiple men, with rescue teams deploying as authorities assess the scene and dangers. The site lies near Mount pewsant with ongoing efforts to reach the injured and secure the pit.
The district exhibition at the Whises Show produced results with Central hoisting a yank Morton 4, Lagan and Allgot El West Wareton 5.
Turbulent cablegram reports a steamer anchor near Port Townsend with a forthcoming sighting of the Waratah. The captain says the Waratah could be afloat and visible from the cruiser Forte as searches continue toward Capetown and the Pandora covers.
Report from London describes a heat expanded rail causing a derailment on an express train. Officials say one man was killed and several injured as carriages left the track near a station.
A confusing OCR fragment mentions Sir Jaeseph Ward and a sovereign tone praising a dominant figure's progress and patience, referencing a premier event and satisfaction with ongoing developments.
In Melbourne the Senate debated aging pensions amendments after the Come Bill passage. Sir John Forrest urged withdrawal of a motion while Labour members clashed over who should qualify and how pension claims would be treated.
Yesterday's sittings saw debates resume as the Coimine Bill cleared remaining stages and the High Commissioner Fill was moved to a second reading by Mr Groom. The session paused amid weary remarks and adjournments, with Mr Pinte reopening discussion on the Northern Territory Bill.
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