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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1922
Page
11
A fragmented market note from Brisbane reports poultry prices and stock movement with limited clarity. The entry mentions potatoes and overall dull demand, noting stable or minimal changes in prices and inventory.
A fragmented report notes a cyclonic storm and extended nominations for the Herthtoad Jockey Club amid to day’s meeting, with secretaries and foresees of horses listed. Names include Hertarton and several horse entries, with a Christmas event connected to a registered class and a December 18 meeting.
Patrons are told the programme tonight will be of major interest with a mix of features including reckless youth on reel and a circus tale the West. The production, Venice origin, presents a satire on theatre life and ends with a musical interlude. Cast includes Shirley Mason and others, with locals from Pik Heuptat and Davie oBene.
The fractured NZ political scene shows a substantial variation in party support as reforms and government stability are debated. Officials indicate a minority position in parliament with recounts possible and the impact on Justice and ministerial roles remains uncertain.
The High Court today upheld the Supreme Court of Victoria ruling in By-law 162, which regulates street processions. The city council appeal by the Lord Mayor and Aldermen, challenging the bylaw provision requiring consent for processions, was dismissed.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions a Christmas present for Fayher and family. The text references a festival or gathering with a Ming theme and an eye for Pear or pear-related gifts, but the legible content is highly incomplete and uncertainty remains about exact names or context.
London December 15 officials announce delays in a revival of a Scottish football event after recent screens and administrative changes.
A fragment heavy with garbled OCR lists titles and authors in a period style. It references Torres Pena and Selwin Social, noting serial stories and a mix of publishers and locations without clear event details or dates.
Broken Hill reports a court order reduced wages at a western works site and later a community dance and concert at Herberton with Mina May Anderson and Mabel Gray winning items. The piece mentions musical acts, guests, and a social breakup bake sale, with various local names and lines about attendees.
A fragmented list from Changsha to Cairns and London shows ships due or leaving from Sydney Melbourne and London. Varying vessels including The Canberra The Junte and The Tayuna are noted with dates in December and November. Passengers named include Mitr Ne Seen Mrs Monahan and Sergeant O'Shea among others amid a cluttered itinerary.
Readable OCR fragment mentions bands and an arrival today but provides few concrete facts such as names, places, or times. The text is garbled and lacks verifiable details to form a full news item.
Philadelphia report says another inch was removed from the middle finger of Tilden's right hand. The finger now bows to the second joint, indicating partial amputation with decline in function of the bowing finger.
The Tasmanian Executive Council debated intervention in the care of George Carpenter, condemned for murder. The Society reported finances and a planned show to fund operations, with calls for public support and a report of growing indebtedness.
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