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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1922
Page
4
A fragmented retail sale notice lists Christmas items such as kerchiefs, ladies bags, silk gloves, ankle hose and purses with prices from 5 shillings to 30 shillings. It advertises leather vanity bags and faux leather goods as part of a Christmas fair presentation.
Cairns timber and Mayers Ltd issue a public auction in Walsh's Yards Koa, Sonnell Harris solicitors. Items include one draught horse team timber waggon and 12 harness sets. Adidivits for the High Court of Australia and Supreme Courts note arrears and payment deadline before December 1. Clerk Oiwonnen of the Cairns Harbour Board signs the notice.
Public access restricted at Wharton harbor area as Harbour Board plans a new scheme. Tender invitations issued for purchase of Cypress Pine and other materials. site 5A mentioned. Details unclear due to damaged text.
Bargain clear-out sale items from the Northern Pork and Sausage Co in Cairns and Ipswich area stores. Yardage, fabrics, and various goods advertised with low prices and special offers for one week only.
Fragmentary church notices list Gordonvale Presbyterian Church services including 7.30 pm Sunday Evening and 3 pm Sunday School with a minor Weskenisht reference. A memorial passage laments the loss of a mother and recalls a shared sorrow as loved ones gather in mourning.
The piece urges Labor opponents to unite and record their votes to end Caucus control. It notes widespread apathy, warns of Labor’s return to power, and promotes preference voting to shape future coalitions between Nationalists and Country Party while reducing Labor influence.
In a crowded forum the Cairns Post reports a mix of public opinion on the 1822 election. Observers note conflicting loyalties and the challenge of choosing a single politician amid rapid political shifts and public scrutiny.
A political endorsement stresses North Queensland's centralisation issue and backing for two proven candidates in Herbert and Kennedy. It lauds Bamford as a trusted representative and Captain Newland as a true North Queenslander, urging voters to choose leaders who will advocate for the region and the national industry.
A Cairns public meeting is called in the Council Chambers tomorrow afternoon to arrange leave for Mrs. C Craig who departs the town soon. The notice lists local business and upcoming events while announcing visits by representatives from Cairns and Townsville firms and a string of ads about goods and services.
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