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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1920
Page
4
Fragmentary ad copy markets a wide variety of wrist watches in ornate styles. Mentions a Great Variety and fitted lithco gear, with references to Pink's and other brand cues, but text is largely unreadable and inconsistent.
Stew J. Taylor and F Taylor express sincere gratitude to friends for kind acts and empathy during the recent death of their husband and brother.
An obituary notice from Rose and Ettie Kinnear and Breslin honoring Henry Kale Kinnear who departed this life on the 24th. The message recalls his role as husband and father and his long days waiting for better health, with affectionate tributes from family. Doctors Clarke and Elliott attended. Gliddon’s hospital note appears in the record.
The Metal Market list shows prices and items traded in Sydney including connections to Linbpadt and Ascomat 2H. Entries include standard steel, tin, lead, and zinc items with varying weights and prices such as 32/6 for three months deposits and 270185 for certain commodities, reflecting a snapshot of metal values and market activity.
A long fragmented historic note recalls a public meeting led by Joe Challows and Nell Caran seeking support for Northern reform. It argues against exporting raw sugar, advocates refining domestically, and promises cheaper power, timber, and meat industry growth. References to Mulgrave Mill and local product expansion are mentioned amid economic hopes.
Fragmented local notices describe a furniture sale by J Krink on Vectoria Street and other properties in Cairns with removal planned. Also cited are Labor Bureau mentions of workers and a public sale at Cairns Picture Palace, plus a long political commentary on early elections and voter rolls.
A Harbor Board meeting is set for 10 AM with the Harbor Committee in Cairns Harbor. Citizens may attend at the secretary’s office at 1 PM Tuesday. Local notices warn residents about barbers and breweries in the area and request participation in city matters.
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