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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 31, 1928
Page
12
A damaged letter from Corktown critiques post election chatter and alleged influence by a Labor supporter. The writer laments manipulated loyalties, calls out a Cooktown figure, and warns about double faced voters amid political maneuvering. The tone is accusatory and seeks clearer action.
Salvation Army council members in London will meet to decide whether General Booth will retain control, or be removed, amid medical reports on his health. A successor may be named by a sealed envelope, with a two-thirds vote required for removal and a possible end to the Booth era. The council election mirrors a papal model, with non council names possible.
Belgrade dispatch reports renewed demonstrations in Zagreb against the government after students were killed during clashes. Police fired volleys, killing one and wounding many as officials ordered mourning flags down. Tensions rise with Croat Serb and Morene factions and a Croatian parliament in Zagreb rejecting Belgrade orders without force.
Miss Huia Sargood wed in Savoy Chapel London with Newt as best man amid a change of groom choice. The ceremony featured a green dress and a tied bouquet. England’s Big Peter bell was returned to Westminster Minster.
A Melbourne letter reports on women’s travel and aviation in Britain and Australia, noting Vookbier anara and Mies Stancliffe in Australia staff roles and the Welsh Delegation's ship to Liverpool. It covers needlework exhibits, prize winners, and fashion trends alongside remarks on aviation advocacy and the Flying Doctor service.
A white swallow was observed near Besten in Lincolnshire, details of sighting not provided. The report notes the passing migrant bird in the locality.
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