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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 26, 1922
Page
11
In this Sporting Editor note the Towneville affair drifts through rumors and corrections. It mentions Spooner and Lord Bouwles as key figures in the day’s events, notes 1 pound tickets and a 10 percent vision of proceeds, and hints at a rare misprint in Cluden word mill. The Amato Turf Club is referenced as context.
A garbled entry lists acceptances for a racing meeting at Cluden featuring names such as Lun Cheknetent Avellew, Trial Stakes, and numerous horse names and weights. The text mixes odds, distances, and horses like Langan, Accelerate, and Bonnie Ken, indicating a catalog of entrants and handicaps with unclear context and many unreadable fragments.
At a North Queensland Racing Association Executive meeting in Townsville on 25 the appeal by L Can against the disqualification of Casey and the mare Maliel was heard and won the decision was overturned and the deposit returned with the appeal granted in full.
A New Year program headlines a double feature with Klan and Woman and The Jina starring Mabel Norman. The plot follows Joe Pavers an exile in the South Seas who faces peril and beauty as he navigates love danger and cannibals aboard a yacht and in exotic locales while a society leader plots to control the outcome with violence and bold schemes.
Torn OCR fragment describes a theatrical listing at Place Theatre tonight with unclear cast names and event notes. The text references performers and titles in a garbled form, including mentions of Ethel and others, but many words are unreadable.
A fragmentary report describes Edward Cabill and George Brooke’s farewell concert to a large audience at Town Hall. It notes enthusiastic reception by officials including the Governor and mentions the performance of Australian artists and the program’s notable pieces.
Fragmentary text appears to reference public figures and places, but the readable portion lacks coherent events. No clear actions, dates, or outcomes are discernible to form a factual summary card.
The Rovers face Arrows in a Sunday football clash at Waree ton hall with Cairns minor junior reps making their first appearance against country teams. Foster leads the Cairns junior squad. seniors and minors will both play, with entry fees and refreshments planned.
A correspondent reports weary football form with only an odd Sunday match in recent weeks. Youths and smaller teams struggle to sustain interest while local clubs eye upcoming fixtures and potential pay needs.
The local executive has decided to arrange a match in Towneville in September. An accountant and auditor from the commission general, Howard Smiths Chandos, is listed with a telephone contact 377.
Melbourne August 24 Nationalist speakers outlined urgent tactics opposing actions and stressed rapid progress. The discussion focused on accelerating business, prioritizing key deadlines, and ensuring timely decisions amid uncertain conditions.
Four aviators died when two planes collided in mid air during a formation near Rome on August 24. The incident occurred as about nineteen aircraft prepared for a ceremonial gathering, with several others damaged.
Brisbane reports a government move to set up a state branch at Maria Creek and allocate 376 for constructing a police station and a courthouse at Ravenahoe. The notice notes the establishment debate and funding proposal for these public works projects.
An American steamer Holswood arrived off New Caledonia and described a vast submerged volcano emitting 0 miles of floating pumice. For three days the vessel steamed through thick pumice and oil as over 600 tiles were covered before clear water returned. Officers attributed the hazard to the submerged volcano.
The Meat Industry faces a serious position in NSW as discussed at the Letters Association session. Horby Fund, MARC, and arma one lot's motion urged exploitation of markets for treat, while cattlemen led by Mr Hunt warned of bleak outlook and urged government and meat traders to act to avoid overstaying the market.
The Asthethem and Lackawanne Steel Corporaione announced a 420 percent wage increase similar to United States Steel. Rewiring Australia after a year absence, Oscar Asche arrives at Prememile while passed Te steamer Ons, rough on Thursday.
A dated maritime bulletin lists ships from London via Southern ports bound for Australian ports and other destinations. Vessels include The Nautilus The Canadian Scottish The Canadian Explorer Beth Giles Looms and others with schedules to Cairns Sydney Melbourne and Brisbane. Details cover departure dates from August to September and expected arrivals in Cairns Melbourne Sydney and Townsville with notes on routes and layovers.
Fragmented OCR lists mail and travel details with names like Leona Mik Moll oy and Mall oily. It references outward arrangements and restate times, with scattered locations and people, in a disjointed forecast style.
The Arraage gala drew wide turnout and music by local groups led by Uhagoe Thwan. Guests in bright costumes, dancers and a supper were praised for their elegance and taste. The event featured fashion in yellow and blue, with prizes for fanciful outfits and a children’s costume segment concluding to broad applause.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Pussyroot Johnson and travel by Fremantie and Promantie routes. It includes disjointed phrases about New Zealand, a waild, and Americals Experience, with unclear events or outcomes. Names and places are garbled, yielding no clear narrative or verifiable details.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a chemist and Catena in a dated setting. Details are unclear, but the snippet implies a discussion of a chemical or medical item and a proper noun Catena, with numeric reference 103.
U S fears indicate a plan to establish control of the Chinese Eastern railway after Japans evacuation of Siberia. Washington reports Japanese reply and Allied coordination in an effort to offset Soviet and German influences. Citizens Band event advertised with a park bazaar and an open air concert feature in the evening.
Auctioneer and commission agent promote a mixed parcel of property including a five room house with stables and outbuildings, 70 acres in cultivation, 29 acres of paddocks, and 1200 common acres. Details mention crops, horses, and a royalty rate, with offers to pay balances per ton and yearly rent terms. The ad uses archaic phrasing and fragmented lines to describe parcels, improvements, and terms.
Fragmented discussion on increasing body weight through diet. Mentions poor nourishment and fat-rich foods, debates effects on health, digestion, and vitality. Describes varied eating patterns and the quest for strength, with unclear sources or practical guidance.
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