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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 03, 1915
Page
2
The Friends of Mr and Mrs H Thomas invite to attend the funeral of Miss Lily Thomas. The procession leaves the Thomas residence on Sheridan street at 5 p m today and proceeds to Cairns Cemetery. H M Svendsen undertaker and embalmer handles arrangements.
The piece argues for a lasting peace by crushing Prussian militarism and rebuilding Europe. It lists demanded postwar territorial and naval terms for Germany, France, Poland and others, insisting that only a total victory can prevent a renewed German threat.
A dense OCR listing items and prices for men women and children including boots shoes and leather goods and a wide range of fabrics and garments. Entries mention Glace Kid leather shoes Cossacks cotton voile gowns Swiss embroidery and various daily wear items with prices and sale wording throughout the page.
A damaged notice from February 9 1915 warns that any person found trespassing on land at Cantle Creek Granite Creek will be prosecuted. The item mentions Patrick Woll dy of Rocky Plains and refers to a Mrs Gene Station Master Milsohra.
Copper values range from £65/12/8 to £8a/17/6 for ward and £64 to £66/19. Electrolytic quoted at £468 to £86/10. Tin moves between £1710 and £173 with forward £10F to LI ID. Lead quoted at £1a/11/6 to £15/15. Spelter priced £97/10.
In Cairns Police Court John Partridge forfeited bail over indecent exposure. George Jackson was fined four shillings for drunkenness after claiming he had just come from the bush and had a drop too much.
An Americas writer with claimed intimate knowledge of Russia says Germany’s defeat is secondary to Russia’s aim of smashing Austria and extending south toward the Balkans. Also referenced is a product called Youngster's Delight offered at Craig chemist Cairns for one box.
The Bar ron Shire Council holds its monthly meeting on Thursday at 9.39 a.m. A Mareeba Water Authority meeting follows. Noted motions include a review of water rates and a proposal to grant funds for a second-hand tram line purchase.
A military writer who has visited the front says the current fighting is a hold pattern with major units resting until spring. He cites second line reserves and artillery duels as the main activity and claims Britain and France may deploy about 1,000,000 fresh troops in March or April.
Miss Jolly Marie a versatile English soubrette headlines a vaudeville night at Cairns with topical songs. Charles Zoli also performs in a final act alongside vaudeville scenes and a dramatic sequence. Booking at Whitrick's listed. Northern Herald provides latest Sporting News.
The Zeppetine paper showcases striking light and shadow in a feature. It notes plans to resume full-size issues soon and to increase output. A new serial story will begin next week, attracting reader interest.
In Enoggera whispers claim Mr. Ern Heyward may be leaving. The rumor mill swirls as locals discuss a possible departure and its timing amid unclear details.
A list of nominees for Cairns Town Council and Cairns Harbour Board is readied, including named engineers merchants and clerks. The document records multiple candidates by various nominators and a pall will be held at the Council Chambers on Saturday.
The St Albans of the T and A Line leaves this morning for Japan via ports. In Cairns, Postmaster Sam Greenhalgh transfers to Chillagoe amid praise for his long Far North service. A court date adjournment and a Liquor Act case against Mary Filen Quinn were noted. An electoral court session and police pursuit of a Herberton robbery suspect were reported with officers commended.
The notice highlights ongoing sales at Kelly's with men's strong footwear praised for durability and comfort. Featured are box calf Derby boots and waterproofed options, with prices reduced from original marks. Also mentions related sales events, estate auctions, and club notices from Cairns activities.
Advertisement promotes the Idea Stove as a leading Queensland model adopted by the Queensland Railway Department after trials. It claims widespread use in Queensland and offers makers guarantee with post purchase assurance. A separate claim touts Surmanol as a permanent grey hair remedy restoring natural color within weeks.
Austral Pictures offers a strong program highlighted by three rest drums and a patriotic chorus. The feature titled In the days of Trefraiger will be paired with a special chorus of local singers. The program promises refined entertainment for a broad audience.
Members of E Company Citizen Forces and Hand 1 Senior Cadets will assemble at the Drill Shed this evening for a parade and to honor comrades at the front. Attendance is hoped for as a show of local soldier support and solidarity. The report also notes a court appearance and a poignant obituary for Lily Sheridan, a bright student and daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas, who died after a long illness. Her funeral will be held from the residence at 5 am.
Tonight at the New Palace Theatre a Patriotic fundraising program features a Citizens' Forces parade led by Cairns Citizens Horags Hand, a first class picture programme, Vaudeville, and Mr Mortis "The Abent Minded Plage ar" with a coin collection for the Red Cross. Proceeds aim to aid the flag and relief efforts. Seats available at the Palace refreshment rooms where the bow plan is on view.
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