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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 17, 1910
Page
4
Telegraph dispatch from Hills Eton reports two notable measures before the council. A bill to mediate changes and a separate bill to improve provisions for commercial cases are read in first instance. The Hon A H Barrow regrets the limited business and moves adjournment to Tuesday next.
Mr Ef Paddle general manager of Central Mris reports sand filtration patent works well at Proserpine Central Wil with clean liquor. Filtration previously tested at Sestowe and Meadowland Central Mill with satisfactory results. Sand is reused and cleaned easily with toiling water carrying off sediment and enables higher purity juice in triple effects. Crushing proceeding without incident at Queensland Central Mills under Government control.
The Adelaide Steamship Company's steamer Investigator, 15 tons gross, grounded on a reef northwest of Cape Elizabeth about 4 o'clock yesterday. A large hole ripped the starboard bow and water flooded the engine room and rigging. The cargo holds contain 200 tons of general merchandise. Captain Joss Wee left Port Victoria yesterday and aims for quick dispatch at Moonta and Wallaroo to load more cargo for Port Adelaide. Wallaroo Harbour Master and Captain Wootton are investigating the mishap.
Deputation from the central leger mul motion noted in a brief item, with terse reference to Totegrapt and a Thursday date. Limited readable details suggest a local government or committee meeting update with unnamed participants.
Members argued over land settlement for sugar cane in northern districts. Calls for official inspection of proposed mills and transport improvements to attract private investment. Discussions touched on land values, water access, and the need to settle coastal populations with white settlers.
The Referees' Association lists Ivanhoev Trimuts Hoss Kim Ore v. St. John Wr. Blanchard and others for top day matches. It clarifies that Mr J Hill is an honorary member and that he is no longer a member due to his recent Union meeting stance, an impression deemed incorrect.
An advertisement urges buyers to prioritize value in purchases, highlighting affordable pricing and dependable quality as the main appeal. The message emphasizes cost efficiency and practical benefits for shoppers seeking smart deals.
The Morning Post notes a controversial Youth African dispute in London with unexpected demands for financial guarantees. It states £5000 is needed for a four month tour, threatening the visit to Australia if key players withdraw due to monetary concerns.
A collage of local notices and travel briefings lists departures and visits by residents and officials. W. J. Munro leaves on a Mourilyan trip to Cocktows, a steamer schedule for Kuranda and Yougala, and the Nardoo due next week for coal consignments. Various officials and residents, including Col. Lumter and Miss Page, are noted for movements through Cairns, Townsville, and Brisbane.
Various residents travel and visit Cairns with departures and returns noted. Mr FL Silver leaves Hambledon for Stannary Hilly on business, returning Saturday. Mr and Mrs Crow, visiting Cairns and Kuranda, head home to Minckay today. Mrs Moffat and the Mismet Mof fat Irvinebank return home today. Mrs Horsburgh Chillagor returns home today. The Australasian reports Federation needs in Sydney. Mr Adam Forsyth Wesers Turns, Philp and Mr A A Fraser contest the Lunanecorre seat in Victoria. Fraser appointed organiser for the Queensland division of the Australian Dede party with £6 weekly salary and travel expenses. Fraser’s coast work expected.
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