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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 19, 1919
Page
4
Rumor says a rich tin lode was unearthed at Mount Or omonde between Irvinehank and Silver Valley by Mr F Norman. The find lies near where J Moran camped, with prospector interest high. Private reports claim the lode is several feet wide and a parcel of 16 or 12 tons is being sent to Irvine bank.
The Sydney market notes London metal quotations for August fluctuation with spot prices and futures. Electrolytic copper and zinc futures show notable values while silver remains firm. American copper is quoted in New York at 21 3/4 cents per pound. The piece also includes stray commentary on a supposed virtue of a person named Mackeog Kini in commerce.
Commercial note from Byron Bay dated August 15 reports the company manufactured large tons and paid for top grade materials at the 1/54 rate, indicating strong production activity and cost expenditures.
Members are requested to attend Friday meeting to approve appropriations Nos 7h and 7 and to conduct a ballot and auction. Directors are to be in attendance and receipts are to be prepared as the society seeks its fortunes.
A Thomson cites government mismanagement and partial nationalisation as causes of statewide unemployment and debt. He argues private enterprise is throttled, railways should be self supporting, and calls for public works funded by willing capital. The piece critiques a weak exchequer and political tinkering.
A fragmentary ad announces a remedy for ringworm sold at Green's chemists Abbott Street Cairan and a furniture sale by J Brownies auctioning Dr Jamie aay Herberton's effects at 2 pm Thursday. It notes a dyspepsia claim and hints at an herbal remedy with marketing text.
A meeting of the Connell will be held at 7 30 this evening. Prize money from Saturday's sports will be paid at J Middlin's tonight at 8. Fashionable Footwear offers economical pretty shoes from Mayers factory. The Abbott street tree has revived its foliage replacing earlier bare branches. Babinda dispute: two meetings held Monday at 730 pm with no news, but settlement expected.
A late night Kedlynch to Larus return excursion struck a stray cow, causing a sudden stop after the engine and two carriages passed over the animal. No injuries to passengers were reported, and the train resumed service after a brief delay. Mareeba reports that ke boohra meatworks will end killing operations next week. the season has been satisfactory with about 20 000 beasts slaughtered despite dry conditions and labor stability.
A Cairns branch of the Returned Sailors' Labour League formed after a Sunday meeting at the Palace Theatre convened by P J Flanagan. James Brophy elected president. J McInerney named secretary. officers include J Pee, Godfrey, Davisutchison, and Dalziel. State government staff bullbearers present.
Irvinebank mourns Dr McFarlane who died after a severe influenza attack worsened by bad weather. A popular physician and host, he served the Stannary Hills Hospital area, recently elected to the Royal Astronomical Society, with ties to Australia and London. His death follows a period of illness and concern from local residents and officials.
The funeral of Dr McFarfe drew a large crowd from Irvinebank and surrounding districts. The cortege stretched for miles with many from Stancare Flite and local centers attending, honoring a physician known for life saving service and generosity to children and the needy. Notables including J H Reid and F J Rabinson were present, and a graveside blessing was offered by Rev St. Clair.
A special council meeting to be held at 735 tonight will consider applying to the State Treasurer for a 5000 loan to fund permanent works in Cairns. Proposed spending includes drainage and sanitary improvements with kerbing and channelling at 363 pounds 10 shillings, and road works including metal and existing cleared routes with a total around 1200 pounds.
Reports indicate multiple influenza cases in Cairns with four treated at hospital, one discharged, and seventy four still under care. Patients from Bedlynch joined staff illness, with another death noted of Favrens, a prominent local football figure, in Cairns. The incident occurred shortly before dawn drawing attention from residents Larne and Tay.
The secretary reported the Anenza situation was under firm control. Officials noted about 20 cases in Posy and several palwots are in their own homes.
A long report on the British and Foreign Bible Society highlights its global mission to translate and distribute scriptures. It notes a Jerusalem capture story, a Turkish conquest, and a proposed Bible House fund to honor a brave old patriarch. The piece urges support via a special BHille House fund and regional appeals led by Rev. W. E. Crawford from Grishane headquarters.
The Governor announced his departure in January after replying to the feast at the annual Chamber of Agricultural Societies meeting in Brisbane.
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