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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Aug 17, 1927

Page

8

Who Fired The Shots Ingoing Inquiry In Wangan Trial

Police inquiry in August examined witness statements about a shooting in Wangan. Sub Inspector Meldon and J T McNamee led the examination as Jock Hynes and others testified about gunman appearance, movements, and possible identifies amid a large Pakistani? or Italian gang context and hospital transfer of Hynes.

Ammigfall Jock Hynes Wangan Meldon J. T. McNamee Aitkin P.M Hynes Wangatt Marti J. Tigites Innistiil Hospital Johnstone Carrayah South Johnstone Carrajah Barilisa Murtha Uae Interripat Kalish Donatue Gallagher Sara Tere Malden

Fragmented Inquiry Reveals Police Testimony Gaps

A disjointed police testimony segment discusses decisions to withhold information for four weeks after a death. Witnesses and officers reference shots fired by Wortham and the pursuit of suspects, with identification challenges among South Johnstone officers. The scene shifts to a later adjournment amid more evidence.

Warneche Ucksown Hynsah William J. Smyth South Johnstone Bynes South Johnstone

Two Motor Cyclists Collide Head On

Adelaide witnesses a fatal head on collision between two motor cyclists on August 18. Authorities investigate the crash and identify the riders.

Adelaide

Pro Court Hearing Ordered After Engineers Protest

In a dramatic courtroom scene Chief Jie eth orders 22 engineers to resume work and sign the Amalgamated Engineering union. More than 200 engineers gather at the Trades Hall and march as a hearing is set for tomorrow.

Henry McMurray Fawes Pintora Jie Eth Arbab Amalgamated Engineerina ‘Chon Sehear

Brisbane Sensation Doused Before Court Bail Refused

Albert Orchard, 42, miner, appeared before Police Magistrate Berge in Brisbane after arrest for allegedly placing acetylene in a police department building. Bail was refused. the accused remains in custody for a week as prosecutors proceed with the case.

Brisbane Criminal Investigation Department Albert Orchard Miner Berge Magimrase Buss Turner Bayard Uetignite Commissioner of Police Att Criminal Investigation Branch Muroney Desce Osouth Anawer Tate McLamelli Promeentede Amd Fes Rte McLaughlin Moloney Ai Catten Donwlay

Brisbane Aviator Aims Record Flight From Tasmania to New Zealand

A Brisbane aviation enthusiast, Mr. W. Wilson, plans a record attempt from Tasmania to New Zealand using a Bristol monoplane with a 273 horsepower Siddeley engine. The craft features long range tanks and hydro systems, and the project includes notable Melbourne and Brisbane involvement and prior test flights.

Brisbane Tasmania New Zealand W. Wilson Act

Question of 17a Politics in Ireland

In London on August 1 the National Party’s stance remains unknown. Cosgrave would face De Valera if abstention occurs, a scenario that could leave Johnson's administration weak with unionist and Labour shifts altering control.

Ireland London Miy National Party Cosgrave Trineyplatt de Valera

Montreal Star Hints Auto Industry Announcement in Canada

Montreal Star reports Me Pratten's visit may lead to a major auto trade announcement in Canada. General Motors of Canada, handling export supply, is said to prepare an important enterprise in the Empire. Italian question statistics noted from Melbourne dispatches.

Montreal Montreal Star Ottawa Pratten Canada General Motors of Sanadar Empire

Queensland Minerals Overseas Demand in Australia Trade Push

Brisbane August 16. Queensland minerals attract overseas buyers as Mr. F J Nally says a firm will start by importing 100 tonnes of mica per month to the United States. Potential exports include Bowen coal to France and Europe, Queensland gems, clays for paint, and Queensland furs, with American interests seeking development of the trade.

Brisbane Queensland Minerals F. J. Nally Queensland Tourist Bureau Sydney Queensland France Bowen Coal

German airship Bremen fails transatlantic dash amid heavy rain

Reports from London describe the Bremen and Amant 15 attempting a cross Atlantic flight, returning to the departure point after 4.24 due to headwinds and torrential rain. The crew planned a retry, noting Junkers aircraft can cross but weather delayed the effort. Bremen suffered damage and will transfer to Dessau for repairs before attempting another flight to America with the same crew.

London Germany Bremen Mmvetines Haven Preeti Pil Lown Dessau Europa America

The Move to Canberra: Federal Ministers Debut

Federal Ministers begin a series of travels to Canberra and Melbourne on August 16 to oversee early reforms and set policy direction. The itinerary includes meetings with regional leaders and officials to outline priorities.

Canberra Melbourne

STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS BRISBANE MEETING REPORTS IMPROVING TEAMS

Report from Brisbane on state championship events notes weaker alts last year and highlights performances by champion individuals. It mentions M IN WO and other competitors, with results across men and ladies divisions and previews for week-end finals and key matchups including Queen and others in standout showings.

Brishane Sears Ars Dies Ste Hurner Min Wo INSW Champion Et Sacort

Fragmented dispatch on British political crisis and potential Ireland war

A late telegraph from Dublin and London discusses a pivotal British crisis with looming war risk. It notes a battle over Speaker casting votes and Republican opposition to deportations, signaling Ireland facing renewed conflict as England edges toward broader war. Captain Redmond and Irish party factions are cited amid uncertain outcomes.

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