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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 19, 1919
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR passage references Bennett, Senate and House actions, Labour movement, and government attitudes. Details are unclear, with many garbled phrases about elections, workers, and political figures.
Rain arrives meeting relief hoped by cattle raisers and the community despite many beasts in poor condition. Government measures stabilize supply of 30 head to last two weeks while Skinner and others note drought worsened hides trade as cattle of better quality travel farther for 618 per head.
A report to Parliament from the Profiteering Commission examines stock and meat production under war conditions. It notes no evidence of profiteering by producers or retailers but supports a system to curb profiteering and control prices for wholesalers and retailers amid high costs.
An article discusses alliance shifts and the rise of a party in power, noting watchers’ wages debate and broader implications for the Commonwealth. It reports uncertain seat tallies, delayed counts, and expected further absentee notes while awaiting final results.
Fragmentary notes describe a chaotic scene in the Senate where Senator Fall criticizes perceived US actions and urges restraint. The damaged text hints at calls for peace on earth and goodwill, reflecting wartime era sentiment and diplomatic tension.
The laborers union seeks increased wages amid rising living costs and job pressures at the docks. Leaders warn supply delays may follow if negotiations stall, highlighting worker solidarity and potential strikes to press for the demand.
A scrambled race report from Sydney outlines results and entries across multiple events. Names like Princess Livy George Graves Keniford and Me Lachlan appear amid horse and rider listings, with minor notes on outcomes and anticipated favorites.
The Cairns court heard testimony over two days about alleged drunken behavior linked to railway workers and local transport crews. Constable Aimesiney led cases involving a group accused of drinking and disorder, with several witnesses failing to appear and no clear verdict reached.
A disrupted OCR excerpt shows partial names and scattered words. Readable terms hint at a local notice or brief item but core facts, dates, or clear subjects are missing, leaving ambiguity about people, place, or purpose.
The notice indicates an office relocation to Sheviden Street with staff changes and adjustments to existing duties. It outlines the new address and implies changes in working locations and responsibilities for involved personnel.
Fragmentary text from a sports program listing handicaps and race details. Names and events are garbled with missing punctuation and illegible terms. The readable bits reference open handicaps and yard distances but lack coherent structure or clear participants.
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