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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 13, 1928
Page
12
An unreadable OCR fragment discusses ACA ideas and foreign extraction with scattered names and dates. The text references various individuals and places in a garbled, partial manner, making concrete facts hard to extract.
Local discussion centers on compulsory levies and funding for industry. Mr Loherty, Do, and Mr Doetty are cited regarding financial terms and application refusals. A heated tone references Mulgrave, Babida, Ayr, and Cane Growers with claims of opposition and leadership gaps impacting the sector.
A partial, damaged OCR note discusses a public information request and a municipal committee’s actions. It references deliberations at Feluga concerning Thorn and calls for unity, while noting possible discord and questions over process. The fragment hints at civic duty and local sentiment during a tense period without clear dates or names.
The text shows city figures debating wage policies and mayoral actions. Readers express concern over accountability and support a firm stance by leadership while urging clear, decisive moves on the issue. The fragment hints at public pressure and calls for decisive leadership from the mayor on the wage matter.
Fire crews battled a Gordonvale blaze described as widespread with extensive smoke and multiple calls reporting the incident. The event disrupted December morning activity as responders worked to contain flames and ensure nearby structures remained safe. Authorities coordinated with emergency services and began an inquiry into the cause while closing affected streets.
An October fire at a Gurdon residence led to extensive damage including furniture and personal effects valued around £480. Investigators note uncertain ownership of the house and items while insurance claims list £130 to £420 coverage. witnesses describe occupants and actions during the blaze as residents sought to save belongings and responders fought the fire.
An ornate ad style fragment touts beauty skin care claims with promises of perfect complexion. It mentions creams and elixirs, discusses radiance and a forest water concept, and encourages daily use for smoother, more appealing skin.
A cluttered OCR page lists dainty palm ple pug and trousseau items with a round neck slip, white sleeves, embroidery, and lace. Prices appear amid brand names like Bolands and Roland, detailing fabrics such as chiffon, crepe, voile, and chintz. Names, colors, and patterns mix with scattered prices, implying a department store catalog preview.
Readable bits describe silk frocks and attributes such as pure lace collars, decorative stitching, and color notes like cream and jade. Mentions Oxford lace shoes and a child manicure reference, but most details are garbled. item appears to be a fashion column or ad fragment with several clothing items and accessories.
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