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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 04, 1915
Page
2
Fragmented obituary notice for Robert Alstom, son and brother, including a memorial and the Cairns rail departures. Train timetable snippets and a formal order from the Commissioner for Railways issued by Arthur J. Crowther appear beside the tribute.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a term The Mace and names like Petras and Sem. Details are unclear. The readable bits suggest a ceremonial or titled reference without full context or dates.
The Cairns District Hospital plans a major expansion and ornate new building to serve a rising population. Officials describe ongoing improvements, staffing, and facilities upgrades while noting optimistic outlook despite past strain on resources.
An unclear London market note dated February 5 hints at forward rates and prices in pounds shillings, with figures like 64/ s2/5 and 18 to spotter. The fragment references entitlements and forward positions, suggesting a brief economic notation or stock exchange style update.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a steamer stop at Cairne on Weiner day, warning about a tower near a church project. The text mentions St Patrick's Church in Her bertom, Clark and Co as builders, and Unis Jous Wier and E G Waters among the people involved, with a Weier foundry reference.
A Spaniard faces a charge in the police court tomorrow after a prior incident. A notice summonses 6 preeminent persons in the Yaniv Halt case and a court date set for Wednesday before Mr A B G Ton. A verdict was reported for Seeee oto along with earlier local matters.
A patriotic program at the Palace Theatre featured Mr Morris, Master Gilomm, and a cast, with several acts including a vaudeville show and topical songs. The performance included audience reactions and a riot-cross incident, while the theatre marketed further attractions and a January 19 3 program note.
The report outlines funds raised by patriotic committees in Victoria to aid the war and school programs. It notes a £290 contribution and calls for voluntary donations from Australians abroad to aid the cause, led by officials including Frank Tate and other state figures.
The report recounts a man from Aloomba who missed a train and faced a long journey south while recalling cattle shipping interests. He describes trying to work in Western Australia and the South, with delays due to illness and travel. He hopes to return home to North Queensland.
The Herald showcases a bright program at the Cairns Palace Theatre with a feature on Torelli from the Mont Co. A historic tale set in Florence involves Spinola and Spinola’s stubborn honor code. Also noted are hospital committee figures Doctor and Matron, new Cairns Ambulance Superintendent Mr. Reynolds, and Mr. Bogan’s retirement.
Incomplete OCR text mentions Abbott Street and a telephone number 138. It refers to a person named Dowling and a potential fine of £1 or 7 days. The fragment also notes a court or county context and an alfoner with unclear action.
Fragmented text indicates election notes for Harbour Board selectors. Mentions Mayers Dubliners and local figures Hievinda Jose Birwn, with unclear dates and incomplete phrases.
A garbled OCR passage mentions migration and a figure labeled as Lurgr nsroller of Vivas and references to cultured and comtithing items. The text is incomplete and contains many unreadable terms, hindering clear interpretation of events or identities.
The readable portions refer to a historical manuscript discussion about schools, monuments, wealth, and national service. Mentions include Pranen Ravel, Garmgnins Nluare, Stade, and references to a wartime or civic effort. Context is unclear and OCR-derived with many garbled terms.
An unclear narrative presents an inspector questioning adults about a school system. The piece centers on children in a town and a debate over child welfare and authority. A moral frame crowns the story, stressing communal responsibility and reform.
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