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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 28, 1928
Page
8
Angered oat farmers at Atherton blockaded the Tolga Marine Silo after a Saturday meeting attended by about 4105 growers. A convoy of loose maize was seized and protests led to a police response. a deputation later met the Maize Board and secured a settlement with the objection to preferred cob maize removed.
At Atherton on August 25 a crowded Memorial Hall gathering of Maize growers debated delivering maize in cob form versus bulk grain. Chairman Wallace and Maize Board members faced petitions and protests seeking government intervention to secure preferred cob delivery to silos.
A letter to the editor recalls the Maize Board's effort to cut shelling costs for growers by inviting tenders. Sheller owners offered seven shillings per ton, the same as last season, prompting the board to implement shelling at silos to reduce expenses.
In Boston on August 25 a large crowd greeted the cruiser Halas as it entered the harbor amid delays. The ship and crew were welcomed by officials including Rear Admiral Ebyele, with praise echoed from the Boston Post about Australia’s notable voyage and the U.S. fleet’s 1925 reception.
Brisbane hosts a drawing event where the Golden Casket prize is won. First prize credited to contestant Samimon with other finalists including Corvi and Majestic noted among Brisbane locations and names.
The Australian Treasurer Earle Page sees bright prospects for the Government in the coming federal elections in Queensland and Western Australia. The Morwens' Leader notes improved position for Crosby? and possible displacement of Forde in Capricornia. Page expects Liberal and United Parties tensions in South Australia to ease and a general acceptance of the pact among South Australian delegates to the Australian Party Conference. He also anticipates Labour seats won by small margins could face stronger Labour opposition this election.
The trial recounts alleged wilful murder involving Stuart and a horse drawn sleigh. Key witness statements describe strikes with a weapon and a dispute at a tavern or store, with investigations and denials presented by the defense and prosecution.
The incident crippled the underground system and halted city traffic. Fire and police units struggled to control crowds as streets filled with disruption and injuries were reported. Restoration efforts faced delays with access points 40 feet below and ongoing congestion across major avenues.
A faulty switch shunted an express train onto a focal track then reversed, hurling carriages into station girders. Firemen and police fought through darkness as ambulances rushed in. Twelve deaths reported with workers seriously injured. wreckage blocked streets like a battlefield. details emerge slowly amid confusion.
At Brisbane on August 26, Victoria defeated Queensland 19 to 15 in a tight interstate basketball game. The Victorians edged ahead in the final minutes to secure the win.
August 24 in Quebec cites discussion by British parliamentary associate members on emigration. Members stress national interest while acknowledging workers leaving, warning of misunderstood motives. Speaker Choliver Wood voices concern for workers and the toll of emigration on families and homeland.
In Babinda on August 27 John Robert Croom and Albert Joseph Davies pulled a drowning Albanian man named George Joseph from Babinda Creek. They and bystanders rendered aid until the ambulance and Dr Guaney arrived. Joseph, age 26, was revived and admitted to Babinda Hospital.
In Towlsville on August 25, 41 year old Coeedbetter stepped on a loose bolt while walking on a bush track about 45 feet from the trail. His left foot was crushed below the ankle and partially severed. A cyclist notified the ambulance and he was taken to hospital where the remainder of the foot was amputated. The accident occurred about 25 inches from the aid party arrived within two and a half hours.
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