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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 06, 1910
Page
2
The Court has set a public auction for the insolvent estate of Mrs Howard, listing two adjacent houses on Severin Street at the junction with Hop Wah Road in Cairns Queensland. The sale includes land with fruit trees, outbuildings, and a power run, with details of structures and fixtures, and the auction date in December.
The Post reports Tuesday December 6 1910 that the Great West Railway Bill is poised for passage in a committee with possible amendments. Opposition plans to rally against the measure while lawmakers work through late hours to reach a final form.
In a letter to the Progress Association James the Johnstone River Advocate, Mr Lenton supports widening the gauge for the coastal railway. He notes opening the district may be delayed but argues wider gauge improves the line and sees no objection given government negotiations with Mouril yan Syndicate stalled by price disputes.
The Mining Exchange announces J Joyce takes over at 3 Abbott Street near A.S.N. Wharf. Joyce, from Moman, brings geniality and a strong reputation, operating Paddy Joyce’s famed table with a tariff of 4d per day. The notice praises friendly service and convenient location for buying trusted liquors.
Mrs Edith O Neill announces that Mims Jean Kellar will attend the Trand Hotel on Thursday to take orders for Christmas costumes. O Neill has secured a first class dressmaker and is prepared to receive orders for all.
The Land Court session led by Deputy Commissioner T. W. Farnell accepted several land applications. Winners include William Tilting 343 acres in Dinden, Denis McGrath 143 acres 3 roods 30 perches in Timares, and K. Clacherty 134 acres 1 rood in Garioch, among others from Mount Molloy group.
The Walpera iat Leadon for Queuland Millh ombo port of 25th October and due in Towsevills on 15th inst. The vessel expected to carry 63 in addition to a large number of immigrants.
The Ambulance Carning Committee will meet at the Bri cade rooms this evening to consider appointing an adjudicator for the forthcoming contest organized by Mr Hegan. Full attendance of the committee is requested.
Ingham district discussions address whether Christmas Day on a Sunday would extend holidays beyond six days from Saturday to Tuesday. Mayor Alderman Joseph Hodell notes the matter with Mr RK Johnson, president of the Ingham Central Sugar Mill, and urges a large turnout of farmers at the meeting to discuss timing and impact.
At St. Monica's Sunday services, a large crowd filled the church for the first mass and a second assembly for the Sacrament of Confirmation administered by His Lordship Dr. Murray to 57 candidates. The rite impressed attendees and was described as devout and orderly, with candidates dressed in white and girls wearing wreaths and veils.
Report notes the amount of sugar bounty paid at Cairns Customs and references deductions for items where no bounty is paid, indicating a review of payments and adjustments under customs rules.
A September 17 Demarare mention reports Dr Roth once led the Queena society and notes a medical magazine complaint lodged with government against a magistrate. It hints the matter could trigger an investigation and mentions the Balata Fatsten with further details expected later.
Kuranda hosts a Boxing Day grand fancy dress ball to celebrate the opening of the new School of Arts with a subsequent children’s fancy dress event. Locals praise the hall with a high ceiling and polished floor, noting the town’s festive season is unusually active for Christmastide.
A fragmented report places Ned Kelly and allies facing police action. The Goupe shoots at the wrist, as the brothers retreat into the bush amid tense pursuit.
The Church of England men’s mission at Shire Hall drew about 130 attendees last evening. Rev Canon Crozier spoke after Rev W. Tomkins led prayers and hymns, with a second session planned for tonight and another at Nelson Church tomorrow. Bishop Murray departs for Cooktown for prize distributions at Mary’s High School and Convent Tay School, ahead of Mareeba church dedication on the 18th.
The wedding of Miss Becky Fowler and Mr Gordon Cornish was held Wednesday at residences on Atherton Road. Rev Larkin officiated with Mr Lamson assisting. The ceremony featured ivory silk attire for the bride with mother of pearl accents and a floral wreath veil. Bridesmaid Ibbett wore white crepe de chine with blue oriental trim. A four tier cake by the bride’s mother and elegant decoration accompanied a festive breakfast and speeches. The couple planned to reside at Dormer Leichs.
In North Sydney on Saturday a shooting affray left Mrs Biddle shot in the head with a bullet lodging near the temple and another in her left hand. John Riddle fled toward the bush after firing three shots and is sought by police, believed to have gone toward Chatewood.
A futile search note describes danger outside charred plates. TABMANIAN TI IDEAL Jams are marketed as guaranties of the finest quality and are stocked by all outlets.
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