29 Dec 1914
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1914
Page
1
A catalog note describes a special stow including Potter's Indigo grounds, colored grounds, and white grounds in various styles and patterns. Mentions Staipes mv Foulard Designs and Kindergarten Spots with sprigs and cambrica tones.
Members of Lodge Cairne Ko 10 S C Gregory Lodge No 2173 F C Gregory Royal Arch Chapter Trinity Wars Lodge and visiting Barron Royal Arch Chapter attendees are urged to gather at Ube Coiing Masonic Hall for a to morrow evening gathering to discuss arrangements for March and to honor those departing for the front A full Masonic Choir is expected to perform The town and newspaper notices warn of schedule shifts and the need to publish on New Year’s Day and New Year’s Eve respectively
The Cairns page recounts wartime reflections on German cruelty and Belgian refugees, a police court remand for a suspected lunatic, and a USA Cairns Branch meeting debating loyalty of a local shopkeeper amid rumours, with discussion postponing a final stance.
Dr C Meeter-Tyria returns from the leek country and remains in place. The Taiyuan steamer heads to Melbourne via Brisbane and Sydney with passenger accommodation available. A discussion notes an offensive move by the Germans and shelling of a cathedral.
A damaged note reports itching scalp and dermatitis from Cenig'a Shampoo Granules and a hair dye product. It cites skin irritation and possible wound complications connected to the products used.
Intending purchasers of Xmas and New Year gifts should visit Craug's store for variety novelty and value. The ad touts a wide selection and suggests items offered by a chemist and local supplier, highlighting quality and different options for holiday shoppers.
Report highlights Cairns Central Motel offering cleanliness and fine meals. Also covers Cairns Australian Natives Association farewell to Mr March, who departs for the front, with members expressing regret and best wishes for his return.
The Palace Theatre presents a busy night with Abbott and The Merri Word among top acts plus Prins's Circus. New film reels include The Stain and The Ta tou along with light comedies and Pasquali numbers. Box plan available for reservations.
In a brief testimonial, Sr. Joseph H. Leet of Whirinaki Xz says he suffered headaches and tried many remedies before reading an advertisement for Cham berlain's Tablets. He bought a box and found relief, noting the tablets truly helped with his headaches.
The Malanda event drew a crowd with walking contests won by W Saunders in 73 yards and other races. The day featured Novice and Woodworking competitions, offering lively places for participants like Danclark, H Gilmour, and T F Tree, with a strong turnout and a fair surplus for the club.
Mossman notes describe unsettled weather with thunder and the need to cool the atmosphere. A town meeting at Caledonian Hall Port Arthur on December 1 discussion focused on government purchase of the Mt Wollongong line. Mr Molloy presented. Mr Tune chaired. resolutions urged government action and cooperation with Premier and Sir Dewing.
Paling’s new forty third annual volume gathers top songs and war era pieces. It features patriotic numbers like All my little ees are Soldiers and For the Calon Jack of Old England, with the Entente Cardiale and other pieces by Fontana poets. The complete work includes a mime with a colored title page and is available from the local music dealer or directly from Wm M Paling and Co, Queen Street, Bristol.
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