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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 29, 1930
Page
7
Fragmentary notes list tides and times for December with several scattered figures and unclear labels. The readable entries show morning and evening times such as 29453 am and 438 pm alongside 542 am 527 pm and 1629 am 620 pam, but lack context.
Maritime notices list multiple vessels and their destined ports. Ships such as Cape York No 4, Canberra, Ormiston, Orungal, Changte, Taiping, Morinda, Kaslatina, Poakpar, Cape York No 4, Bonneville, Romolo, Esquiline, Viminale, Fordsdale, Cathay, Mooltan, Chitral, Maloja, Moldavia, Naldera, Orford, Ormonde, Orford, Otranto, Orente, and Orsova are tipped for ports including Cairns, Sydney, Brisbane, Genoa, London, and Manila, with various departure and arrival windows through January and February. Burns, Philp & Co and Samuel Allen & Sons agencies provide movement details for multiple lines including Australia Italia, P and A Lines, and Great Line steamers.
The Tableland prospecting party returned at Christmas from the Normanby Bowen district. They report promising prospects and say a sample sent to Port Kembla yielded 10 oz but the sample was poor quality rock. They found no rust bearing material and see potential for further work.
A chaotic scene in Innisfail shows a town lit only by a few storefronts while government services lag in the electric supply crisis. Police note widespread darkness and a lack of street lighting as residents wonder why progress is delayed.
W H PT Douglas aged 44 drowned recently. He toured Australia three times with MCC and Essex, captaining Essex and leading England in Test matches. He shared over 100 runs and took 100 wickets in several seasons, with a top score of 210 for Essex. Known for endurance and power, he bowled with swerve and earned the nickname Johnny Won’t Hit Today. He also held boxing titles, including the 1905 middleweight amateur championship.
In Toowoomba on December 28 a group of 1000 workers supported a resolution. It imposes a 25 shillings weekly levy on any member absent from the role and requires payment before ballot eligibility at any shed.
Roma reports a fleet of fast cars provided for the Incal committee of the shearers to stay in touch with strike developments. Secretary Mr Mitchell said pastoralists may use this transport to move labor, arguing wool owners must face higher costs and wages should not be cut by a paltry few shillings.
In Sydney at the Trades Hall the Pastoral Workers Industrial Union of Australia debated bitterly and formed rival unions. The secretary announced ranches to be formed in Queensland early next year. Senator Rae accused A W U officials of sabotaging hour reductions and wage gains while reforms barred sitting MPs from union posts except treasurer and required officials seeking political office to resign.
The Innisfail ambulance treated several cases including L Cooke with a jammed left hand, A Madden with a lacerated palm, D Foreman with a right hand injury, W Ralte infant with a finger wound, Arthur Cheshire with a finger nail injury, and D Grice with arm abrasions. Medical attention advised as needed.
Report from Innisfail on new retail bread prices set by the Prices Commission for South Johnstone at 54d per 2lb loaf with extra halfpenny for 30 day bookings. A resident urges proper incinerator equipment at the post office to safely dispose of rubbish, noting the nine o'clock counter rush could cover the cost.
The clippings note the death of Mignonette Marion Harris at 65 Martyn Street aged 38, Annie Williamson of Toorak widow of Dr Walter Williamson and sister of Mrs Byron Moore, and Patrick William Griffin born December 20 1928 in a loving remembrance from family members.
Messrs. Gane Bros Aloomba Oak Forest express thanks to Dr Unwin Matron and staff at Tully General Hospital and to W McNeilly Ken Miller C Ross and all friends who sent floral tributes and sympathy messages. Also thanks to W M Officers Brethren of Tully Lodge. Also thanks from Mr and Mrs W Pearce Cairns and family to Dr Dent Gardener Mareeba Hospital for care of son Thomas William Pearce and to local friends and ramge road keepers and others.
A brief note states that Reuters World Service and other sources supply material for the Overseas Intelligence section and that all rights in Australia and New Zealand are reserved.
The article notes Italy's stronger state welfare for factory workers and families, contrasting with local views in Australia. It describes liberal government support, mandatory work, and welfare schemes including hospitals, sanatoria, convalescent homes, medical inspections, and maternity welfare centers under the National Organisation for the Protection of Motherhood and Infancy.
Police rush to Haymarket Primary Producers Bank after a Christmas break break in. Thieves opened a small safe, found little cash and documents, while the main safe resisted. Intruders carried oxy acetylene gear and planned to stay for days.
Police failed to obtain fingerprints and found the bank one of the few not connected to burglar alarms. The gang showed adept skill in their activity, complicating the investigation.
The article outlines Italy's national maternity fund and factory welfare programs offering seaside and mountain camps and on site aid. It stresses work as a social duty, forming a humane system that fosters loyalty, reduces formalities, and expands across major industrial centers, with 1929 reach of 100000 workers and growing organizing presence in 1930.
Rev R H Rev B A spoke at St Andrews Church urging every Commonwealth citizen to help build and sustain the Empire through consistent character virtue and integrity. He said such qualities would counter opponents' schemes and defend national unity.
Harold Avens appeared before Mr. A. Anderson CPS in the City Police Court on Saturday morning for allegedly having previously harmed Harold Baker, a seaman. Baker remained in hospital with a broken arm while Avens was remanded for eight days. Avens was convicted of drunkenness but not punished.
An evening lantern lecture on silviculture and forestry by Mr J L Tardent will be at 4 o clock in Hibernian Hall Admission is free and lantern pictures and maps will illustrate the practice and value of forestry
The Attorney General urged all auctioneers and commission agents in Queensland to file renewal forms with the local district court clerk for next year. First sittings are expected in January 1931, with Brisbane and major centres likely January 2 to 7. Those renewing must lodge forms at the first sitting to follow amending Act of 1924 rules and may use fidelity bond certificates for renewal.
Australian Cable Service outlines international plan limitations affecting production levels and service options. The notice details policy scope, implementation timelines, and impact on customers and affiliates.
H hoend Je h Smokebi nry and Joseph Smokebine appeared before Mr A Ander son C P S in the City Police Court on Saturday to answer charges of being drunk in a public place. Bail of 5 shillings each was ordered to be estreated.
Norman Proberts age 13 required ambulance help after a black snake bite to the leg. He received first aid at the scene and was taken to a doctor then to Cairns District Hospital for treatment.
Returning from Behana Creek at 1 o'clock on Boxing Day a Rugby car collided with Mr. W. Hughes's vehicle on Skeleton Creek bridge near Queerah. Hughes's car suffered minor front mudguard damage while the other car had a smashed front wheel and badly bent axle.
A party of young sailors aboard a skiff returning from a Barron River cruise capsized yesterday afternoon. They spent about an hour in the water before a relief vessel from Cairns arrived. With help they righted the skiff and returned to Cairns under their own sail.
A northern Australia report notes crocodiles seen near Nind's Creek a Johnstone River tributary during Christmas holidays. The area is described as a breeding ground with dangerous waterways. Previous hunts include the Barron River near Cairns where hunter Jimmy South earned fame as a rapid-fire telegraphist and crocodile killer.
A life saving notice warns bathers and surfers about safety rules and best practices. It stresses keeping gear ready, not using the reel as seating, avoiding clothing on boards, supervising children, not walking on the belt and line, and obeying life-savers instructions. It also cautions against sand throwing, wearing minimal clothing, leaving rescues to trained personnel, and signals for help in danger.
A fragment reports percentages noting cattle at a certain share and sheep at 51 percent. The text lacks full context, but indicates livestock distribution figures in a historical agricultural item.
Cairns won outright at Norman Park defeating Babinda by 162 runs after Burns scored a rapid century in 70 minutes. McMahon aided Burns with a 103 partnership for the third wicket as Cairns built a dominant first innings total while Babinda struggled in both innings with Olsen, Carr, Horsfall and Carvorth among the bowlers.
Melbourne December 28 The Sheffield Shield contest between Victoria and N.S.W. was postponed once more due to bad weather after the opener showed Victoria at 3 for 30. Strong event entities include Victoria and N.S.W. and the match date.
Melbourne December 24 heavy rain leaves the Melbourne Cricket Ground unfit for play in the Sheffield Shield clash between New South Wales and Victoria. Woodfull and Kippax inspect the wicket and find it sound but surrounded by soaked ground. play is abandoned for day four hoping for a Monday resumption after just 38 minutes in three days.
A motor car swerved on a curve at Hlamuilten and overturned, pinning John Delaney 35 of Spring Hill beneath the wreck. He suffered fatal chest and abdomen injuries, was rushed to hospital, and died this morning.
Driver H. Milne of Spring Hill faced arrest on a drunken in charge of a car charge after a collision injuring Milne and his sister Marie who were cut by flying glass from the windscreen.
Mrs Dunn wife of Senator Dunn of New South Wales declares she will contest the Parkes seat in the federal election. It is believed Senator Dunn prefers his wife not to stand, but Mrs Dunn says she will organize her campaign if she can win for them and for herself.
Melbourne reports the Board of Control is unlikely to discipline Bradman over English newspaper articles during the tour. The breach, if any, is not seen as serious since it did not relate to ongoing games. A September letter from Bradman expressing regret may sway the board toward leniency.
Melbourne December reports Don Bradman wrote to the Board of Control expressing regret if any actions were seen as breaches of the tour contract. A board meeting faces whether Bradman violated terms, with potential penalties if breaches are serious, while Bradman argues his actions were misunderstood and unfounded.
Melbourne endured a damp day with a bitter south west wind delaying events. The Sheffield Shield match was postponed and Aspendale races were almost halted as holiday plans were spoiled. The max temperature reached 64 degrees, near the coldest December 27 in 49 years.
Melbourne Dee 28 The last three weeks rain has disrupted harvests in north and north west Victoria with crops still in paddocks and sopping wet. In places farmers have lost their gates and the crops are now worth less as rain persists.
In Sydney Stadium before 14,000 spectators Palmer defeated reigning champion Jack Haines in round twelve after delivering a series of damaging body shots and power punches. Haines appealed for a foul as Palmer pressed the attack, finally being counted out after a decisive knockdown.
A long struggle unfolded in Fort Pay as a fisherman's dinghy fought a large shack with a hooked eel, tearing at the anchor rope. A bystander from shore launched a boat to aid the angler as the dinghy swayed toward the water.
In Narrabei district, Ren Houwpuet a farmer, and his friend William station hand, both drowned after attempting a brave rescue at Namot River. Alex Homgy witnessed the incident in poor conditions as bystanders tried to assist but faced difficulties. Recovery of the bodies took about two hours.
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