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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 11, 1924
Page
10
From Our Own Correspondent Innisfail reports the ongoing debate over the North Coast railway bridge, delays and funding obstacles, and official telegrams from government ministers. The discussion covers proposed bridge sites, cost concerns, and potential impact on local towns as engineers, surveyors, and authorities weigh options and timelines.
The 1919 parliamentary bill by Hon. W. Lennon aimed to resolve legal issues delaying the North Johnstone bridge project. After years of planning, construction encounters, and League involvement, work progressed through late 1919 with government and local bodies coordinating rail and road access, and a new composite design selecting a safer route to ease river transit between Garradunga and Innisfail.
Innisfail items discuss upgrading the North Coast Line, noting improved train service and community benefits. Officials praise the completion of key works and forecast better travel between Cairns, Townsville, and local towns. Weather and events for the period include showers and a celebratory program with dances and amusements shaping a positive regional mood.
At Gordumvale Police Court on December 4 multiple defendants faced penalties for drug related offenses. MacFaigin testified to a raid dated November 28 uncovering liquids and charcoal opium seized for alleged illegal use. One man received a 130 fine plus costs and imprisonment for default. Separate cases involved Mrs Marie Fox and Mrs Elizabeth Skinner with varied legal outcomes and adjournments as testimonies continued.
A shipboard incident near Struck Wharf left the steering gear in trouble after an engine overhaul in Sydney. Chief engineer Percy Wilton said the grease had failed and the steamer Dialer with Pinkeihy wheat,Frida, faced steering issues. The inquiry noted the vessel's oversight and highlighted the crew's inability to locate the fault amid rough seas.
Distorted report shows crowds marching after a reprieve delay in William William’s case. Sir Jaynwan Hicks faces scrutiny as the debate over the condemned hangs continues.
An OCR fragment advertises Jental Peroxide Cream described as a moisturizing, non-greasy facial cream for sun and winter care. It mentions a 2/9 price per jar and links to Brox and Saylor as possible retailers.
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