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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1929
Page
10
The meeting of the Kennedy Creek Fruit Growers Association discussed contract details and oversight. Council, amendment motions, and voting outcomes were noted as various amendments were considered for the Frome Deets to Wie sarainal viet project.
To the Editor the writer describes daily driving frustrations and safety concerns. He argues for better road conditions and attentive driving from motorists and authorities alike.
The article notes that the new edition of 30 bridges illustrated is American in content and that most motor car illustrations are American with some British. It contrasts with pieces on Judicial Reform and mentions random copying from several volumes, concluding the Britannica volume shows American focus.
A formal note by M. Goodenough Hon. Treasurer appeals for contributions to the Extension Fund. The message acknowledges past support from the City and University of Oxford and the Radcliffe Infirmary, urging donors to provide present gifts at Barclay's Bank, High Street, Oxford.
Mr D Keily described last year’s experience when most of his fruit was left behind and dumped except for one case sold in Sydney for 28 shillings, showing a loss. Mr J Monaghan moved, with Mr Kelly seconding, to have the secretary as C.O.D notified about Christmas leadings and to ask Mr H J Morgan to provide written particulars of loading alterations and to forward them to the secretary with the weekly price list.
The piece notes that organists can play violin, harp, and oboe in addition to the grand piano, illustrating a broad musical capability.
Mareeba district chatter notes numerous travelers with Cairns and coast connections, including Mrs Ferguson and family in Mareeba, and visits by H Askew Chillagoe and H Lawrence Bolwarra. Over a thousand sleepers cut locally await delivery. Ongoing repairs at Barrine State School, pigs shipped from Tableland centers, and an upcoming marriage for Owen Solley.
A December 1930 radio broadcast repeats well known songs and artists from earlier years. Performers include George Williamson, R Tait, Francis Lane, C Rice, J P Cornwell, and the Double Male Quartette. Listeners requested many numbers such as Annie Laurie and Doodal et Polty. The program features baritone, tenor, contralto, and bass selections with duets and choruses.
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