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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1931
Page
4
The Mungana Case update lists counsels addresses with names including Mr Macressan. The report notes the attorneys preparing for proceedings in Brisbane as the case advances, detailing where each lawyer may be reached for arguments or filings.
The report weighs value of lead ore and smelting charges with emphasis on recovery rates, equipment adequacy, and realisation costs. It notes government influence, mine ownership links to Goddard and McCormack, and the pivotal role of the Minister for Mines in valuing Mungana mines for smelter viability.
The court reviewed years from March 1922 to August 1925 during which claims totaled £12,737 by McCormack against Theodore. Disbursements and payments were questioned as evidence of an admissible inference of money to Theodore. The case notes no clear proof of payment and mentions disbursements possibly linked to legitimate Crown transactions without solid corroboration.
Council meets at Tully with Brice Henry ME McMahon J H Hubinger and clerk B sly ie and inspector Ehos Kane present. It covers general accounts wages health inspector notes road works graveling Tully to Hewitt siding and a request for two lights near the port reserve. Overseer proposes job equivalents for unpaid rates and road repair to avoid losses with engineering input from Main Roads.
August report details a benefit held for Frank, netting £14 10s with takings £14. Miss Vera Top and De Sailly aided the effort, bus fares added £1 10s. Music by Ann Kane and Norman Burge. Council works progress shows 166 workers over 243 days weekly, with earthworks and road improvements planned. pace could double with more days.
In Sydney at Her Majesty's Theatre the first draw was conducted under Attorney General Lamar and Sir Samuel Hordern with Commissioner Mr Love presiding. Winning members were announced but names will not be disclosed at this time.
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