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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 02, 1926
Page
11
The report describes divisions and competitions with Bowls events, notes on participant lineups, and critiques of scheduling and management. It highlights disputes over program changes, venue decisions, and the need for consistent finals and meetings among delegates and clubs.
The Cairns Rifle Club notes a recent march competition where the Teensueer team edged a win by one point. Key players include Currie and Selah with strong performances across events. Gordonvale is preparing for a Sunday match.
Perth reports that during the loan estimates debate at the Assembly the Leader of the Country Party urged appointing a Public Works Committee to check loan spending. He claimed the government’s policy favored departmental construction and Parliament had no die g, while the Federal Public Committee had saved hundreds of pounds for the Commonwealth.
A garbled report discusses the British Industrial Fatigue Board findings on the maximum inhalation of air by workers and the effects on performance. It notes extreme ranges of breath and fatigue impacting speed and stamina, with unclear figures and misread text.
Report of miners resuming work after a disruption with 21 50 miners back at the scene. The scene remains in London with ongoing activity as workers return to the hall and restart operations.
A large audience attended a Gordonvale Masonic Hall ceremony on Tuesday with Right Worshipful W M Mayers District Grand Master Carpentaria presiding. The event included installation of Wor Bro J B H Stewart as Master, officers invested, and decorum by members and visiting brethren from Victoria Caled, Innisfail, and Tableland regions.
The Attorney General announced the appointment of Justice Macrosean B A as senior puisne judge of the Supreme Court of Queensland. Governor in Council confirmed the selection following Justice O Sullivan's retirement. Mr Woolcock BA named senior draughtsman with a long legal career and advisory roles, reflecting a midcareer rise within the Queensland judiciary.
Figures report a threatened extension of the strike at Yallouan and Melbourne was averted as workers and officials reached a settlement. Power supply remains steady for about three weeks as line drivers resume minimal operations to maintain essential services.
The fragment discusses Cave Cup status and Andersons prospects with mentions of Davis Avila and Wis amiated chute. It notes uncertainty over ahead conditions and the possibility Anderson could aid Australia next year if available, reflecting cautious optimism and incomplete details.
Fragmentary OCR shows a registrar certificate of registration under cooperative acts for Silkwood Dairy and related entities. It notes filing of rules and enclosures, requesting return of the certificate and copies to be kept on file.
The report outlines a heated dispute over a rematch between Helen Wills and Langlen with wartime constraints and a note that Langlen must receive a share of receipts. Separate dispatch: Captain Williams makes progress returning to Melbourne with expected stops at Port Moresby, Cooktown, Bowen, and Southport as Navy observers aid Barrier Reef charting.
A reader laments tenant farmers and landowners over leasehold value, rent appraisal, and a costly land system. He argues Government regulation, higher taxes, and railway fares worsen farmer hardship, urging nonpolitical support for producer relief and fair compensation amid growing unrest.
A sawmill with the district’s largest pine output owned by Horace Eatate was destroyed by fire. The blaze swept through the mill causing extensive damage and disrupting local timber operations near Casino.
Athens reports that Premier Kondylis has resigned and it is announced that all parties will join to form a coalition government. The move signals a broad rebuilding of the cabinet as Greece seeks stability.
The Eacham Shire Council calls bids for two concrete culverts with inspection on Thursday in December. A children's concert and dance are set for Saturday December 4. Inaugural Court meeting planned. Moor Weet Clwellh feed at Golden Vale, Friday. Sub-Lyanch meeting December 1.5. Lod. public sale on Tuesday December 2. Land Agent to auction household furniture and samples. Auctioneer Crordon Vale offers domed leases and well-furnished items. Mr. Ryan account at Siordenvale Thursday afternoon. Poth Phe may be computer actional for achilreep at Bae.
London reports progress on the Australian beam wireless project with talks of a private test and possible postponement of inauguration. Sources mention a shorter or longer daily period and timing for the service start in January.
Tangier reports that Santa rescues interrupted a revolt by a local tribe near Tetuan. A sergeant and two privates were captured with a payroll of 20 000 pesetas. Spanish forces seized one peso coin war chest and checked the rebels in Jerico on November 6.
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