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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 01, 1925
Page
3
An advertisement extols Bushells Tea for strong enticing flavor derived from young tender leaves and careful curing. It contrasts with ordinary tea said to taste weak due to harsh curing and coarse leaves, claiming better value and richer cups per pound.
A reconstructed reminiscence describes the Mulgrave goldfield near Goldsboro, its early rush from Cairns, and the tough river crossings. It highlights prospectors like Dieeke and local road workers turned miners, the Toohey Creek route, and the community effort to keep mining alive amid harsh conditions.
In a partial transcription, the item notes a list of participants with associated places and a stated total count. The readable text mentions several names and their origins but lacks full context or concrete outcomes.
A nostalgic sketch recalls Goosey Fair and Joan's Fair in Tavistock, describing old customs, tolls, and crowds. Vendors, cattle, and sheep pass through a town once filled with booths, fairground dances, and rustic calm, now faded by modern change.
A historical analysis recalls the Mulgrave mine's fortunes and failed ventures, noting early experiments, rising and waning resources, and eventual recovery hopes. It mentions surface work, machinery, and the shift from shallow to deeper reef prospects, with emphasis on cautious optimism for revival and practical trials.
Civil disorder surrounds a curious incident at a former residence where a resident named Ford faced a search for wireless age devices. Local authorities claimed lawful authority while noting co operation from nearby witnesses. The scene involved locked doors and a tense standoff as officers attempted to inspect the premises.
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