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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1922
Page
5
A Melbourne hearing discusses sugar pricing and public buyout options as officials debate alternatives to reduce costs. The session references public access to documents from New York and names figures such as Albert Townsend and Col. Older shaw, while outlining efforts to cut expenses in sugar operations and trade agreements.
A fragmented report outlines an exchange in the Federal Parliament where Mr Vowler and Mr Earls are pressed on a censure motion linked to comment by Edkins of Queensland. The debate touches on governmental withdrawal of support, the country party, and accusations amid a tense session.
Fragmented report discusses the Arbitration Act and South Australian deputation issues. It references industrial tension, wage concerns, government policy and employer positions, noting ministerial views and potential policy moves amid troubled industry relations. The piece hints at future opportunities or actions without clear specifics.
Fragmentary notes cite Northcliffe Money estate valued at 14 million pounds with unclear context. Mentions Lord Northcliffe and references to Dal ing News and Weekly perhaps misread fragments. No cohesive details or verifiable events emerge from the readable text.
fragmented OCR report from August detailing free state army recruitment amid Cork city fighting. mentions Mary McSweeney, heavy firing, patrols on principal thoroughfares, rebels burning a bridge, parliamentary postponements, and unrest across Dublin and Kerry with references to Ulster tensions and calls for resignations if Parliament stalls beyond August 26.
Paria Ai 20 The Raperations Commission seeks detailed demands from Germany over moratorium and compensation. Berlin reports note France may relinquish harsh terms if 48 hours to respond, while Le Matin cites Berlin sources on aimed compacts. German officials say Poincare favors force, shaping policy debates.
London hosts a farewell for the Cotton Commissioners before their voyage to Australia. Sir Joseph Cook and others praise prospects for Australian cotton growth and soil suitability while inviting further study and promising hospitality.
Speech on the angar question shows Prowse defending his stance against retracting any ward. He notes he was challenged as a member of the Public Accounts Committee by Hughes who argued he should not adjudicate. Hughes died last night. Prowse warned the motion would have made him chairman, but he avoided accusing anyone of corruption and cited certain Walters needing examination.
Fragmented text reports Premier reticence amid assembly claims. Statement references Legislaive Council members and potential party realignment. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR text.
In a coastal region tale, church factions push a broad campaign as weekly sermons and open-air gatherings press for change. Citizens grapple with ongoing protests and the impact on youth behavior as authorities outline new public activities.
Fragmented report describes a parliamentary fracas over proxy voting and a speaker's casting vote. It notes assertions by Mr Bebpinason and references to a debate about party and national organization involvement, plus remarks from Mr Taylor and discussions with Sir Denison Miller.
Adelbowmne reports a patient suffering from anthrax is now believed well enough to leave the hospital. The text notes the brushes believed to be the cause came from old stock imported from Japan before importations were prohibited.
London August 2. Evan Wan faced charges at the Guildhall for falsifying balance sheets and publishing improper prospectuses. The case concerns 1918-21 accounts and alleged schemes to induce people to fake shares under deceptive pretences.
A deadly train derailment in the North-East region caused multiple fatalities and extensive destruction. Officials say nine people died and ten more were injured as fires consumed wreckage. A large dynamite blast reportedly played a role, with authorities offering rewards for information leading to arrests.
Auber TH completed a long distance run from Atherton near Homvale covering about 38 miles in record time on Route 9. Spectators cheered as Wray, though fatigued, reached the finish, aided by ambulance attendants and medical staff. The feat, amid rough terrain, drew praise from crowds and local officials.
A special correspondent reports on price fixing for pork in Tableland and the proposed scheme by a cooperative bacon company. Butchers may be organized to set fair prices, with producers and consumers balanced by equitable controls.
The Main Roads Board announces the appointment of Arthur Willanny as Assistant Engineer for the North. He will head the Northern Division Main Roads from August, at a salary of 405 per term. Official notice lists Northern Division leadership and salary details.
Fragmentary notice outlines legal action under the Animals and Birds Act restricting certain animals including rabbits kangaroos wallabies and oppossums. It references a legal levy of 420 and mentions locations along a line possibly in Coe Teeston and railway connections.
Fragmentary text shows English elections with Captain Rolat leading the ALN. Phrases mention a numbered entry and a reference to good tucker, suggesting a local electoral context. Tone hints at a period newspaper item with unclear continuation.
The text discusses Theodore and a disputed interview strategy aimed at bolstering his party. It alleges manipulation of an interviewer to gain political advantage, warns of threats from extremists, and notes divisions within the party over ethics and publicity.
A chaotic inquiry into Long Grove Epsom Mental Hospital reveals near total acquittal for hospital authorities amid allegations of cruelty and doping. Ex-inspector Mr Cox’s testimony is contradicted by several current patients and staff, with concerns about nervous patients being worsened by remarks and procedures.
In Amman's Aralin district, around 1200 attackers from Jerusalem reportedly assaulted the area. Arab forces allegedly repelled the invaders, with about one thousand led and wounded. Arabs suffered 60 casualties amid the clash at Pearl partaken prey and other sites.
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An old classified listing markets a selection of hand tools including chisels in various sizes priced 4s 6d each and 3/6 to 12d for different items. Also offered are ward paynes, centre ponches, tinmen's snips, milliners' pliers, carpenters' pins, and carving tool sets priced per item.
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