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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 22, 1938
Page
2
A NSW railway official on a Canberra to Cairns tour spoke of a satisfactory year for the railways. He noted growth in passenger traffic, proposed new lines including a western extension, and improvements in running and equipment. The visit covered northern districts, with remarks on safety, rainfall, and future expansion plans.
Sydney August 20 A sweeping strike is planned across all collieries in the Commonwealth for August 30 to press for better conditions. Miners intend to present a list of demands to the Federal and State governments and mine owners within a week, with responses due by August 23. Leaders plan mass meetings and seek approval of strike plans ahead of government replies.
Brisbane August 21 The secretary of the Colliery Employees Union Mr A Phillips said strike depends on employers and that members are determined to have claims met. Claims will be drawn up at the National Convention of Miners to the Colliery Proprietors Advisory Committee for West Moreton district meets Tuesday at Ipswich to preliminarily consider claims. Mass meetings within 14 days from Tuesday are allowed. About 2500 union members in Queensland, including 1000 in the Ipswich field.
An inquest at Lismore heard Evelyn Roberts, 38, died of natural causes after escaping home to avoid hospital. Her body was found after a 20 day search by a 100 strong party and farmers. Witnesses said she hid in mountain undergrowth and died from exposure and starvation. Authorities noted she feared being institutionalized and had fled prior to her disappearance.
London reports show irregular commodity prices with copper down despite favorable US job data. Tin weakens on tight supply while world stocks soften since January. News notes talks on possible gains from higher demand with prices expected between £10 and £20 to start.
Dr Pacio praised the Catholic schools in Queenland and Townsville dioceses, noting Italian children’s safety, good conduct, and love of God. He lauded the boarding schools, the Catholic Church, and the Vicarate Apostolic in Cooktown, urging wider publicity to attract tourism.
Two cases of infantile paralysis were reported to the district. A 12 year old girl from Torquay was admitted to Maryborough General Hospital. The brief notice notes the outbreak but lists no further patient details or outcomes.
The August rowing regatta on Trinity Inlet featured Cairns and Innisfail crews under clear skies. Innisfail won the Lightweight Championship of North Queensland by two lengths while Cairns took three events and led overall on the program witnessed by Larue eredt with W J Forbes as judge.
The Cairns Club lists weekend results by players and clubs with numerous names including Kowtsen Ryan Brows Leo ton McDonald Foy Mamnify Besley Tyson and more. It notes last Tuesday’s play results Mrs McDonagh Mrs Da Costa 16 and other pairs and singles with scores such as 27 18 33 20. It also mentions an upcoming Tuesday fixture and a Wednesday match between associates and Babinda at Gordonvale weather permitting with details on associational games.
Innisfail juniors beat Cairns juniors 7 10 5 in rugby league with early pressure and late scoring. Brisbane reports show Tivoli unable to field a full side against Rialto due to Ipswich League rejecting adding Sherman and Hutchison, nine men for Tivoli. Results also list Northern Suburbs semifinal win 13 10 and various union and rugby league results across Brisbane and surrounding clubs.
Canterbury-Danes Town defeats Balmain 24 to 1 after leading at half time amid a tense semi final in Sydney. Reece Auda scores early, Ayaase adds two points as penalties shape a low scoring clash.
August 24 at the Wister Grand Prix, Tandon aboard a German BMW won the 500 cc class with an average speed of 95.94 mph. Mellors rode a Velocette to victory in the 330 cc at 87.85 mph. ER Thomas on a German 1K bike led the 230 cc race at 80.84 mph.
Brisbane crowds cheered as a new half mile trotting record was set by FL G. taording, clocking 0.25 for the distance and lowering Teddy Derby’s previous rack mark. The event closed amid national anthem and festive crowds commuting home by train, tram, and water taxi.
The serial ambulance today brought T. R. Butcher, 30, from Springsure to Brisbane Hospital after a head injury from a timber piece four weeks ago. The wounded man is suffering from a conjoined head trauma and has recovered from a previous line of injuries.
The Anat shoot for the Dillon trophy drew 21 members despite overcast skies and gusty tail winds. High scores included 97 per man with several tied results. H. McIntyre, H. Kennedy, and W. Conopha posted top marks as rivals prepare for upcoming 300 and 500 yard events.
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