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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1928
Page
4
A visiting clergyman at the Presbyterian Church in Innisfail has been away on a weekly system assignment and is due to return shortly. Acting Sergeant Roach reports 38 preliminary applications and notes the forthcoming pension implications as the date of return draws near.
Fragmentary lines describe sprays and powders claimed to kill insects in homes and clothing. The text mixes alarm about worms and pests with sensational promises of a “fragrant cure” and a menace to life, amid references to sprays used on carpets and surfaces.
A historic summary notes Australia’s major exports in 1927 with values and tonnages for wheat sugar and dairy, plus forecasts of fair to strong production amid favorable weather. It highlights cane output at 346,069 tons and rice at 42,140 tons, with butter and cheese exports contributing to the dairy sector’s revenue while cautioning about government borrowing and public expenditure.
A fragmented report covers the Marestia Water Authority meeting with mentions of Mr. K Lawson and others, along with discussion on a £2,800 loan for plant improvements. It notes letters to the verification commission and treasury, a reference to a railway property and a resale, and details on funds collected since the last action.
Samuel Aflen & Sons Ltd agents promote Kayes Ginger Alf for weekend picnics with two bottles offered for purchase.
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