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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 09, 1922
Page
5
A fragmented report on foreign policy tensions cites The Kings Speech and discussions with France. It notes ratification hopes, shifts in alliances, and efforts to stabilize international relations amid unemployment and public expenditure concerns.
Fragmented OCR style note discusses power shifts between empires and a hypothetical outcome of independence and protection, referencing an imagined Turk and German roles. It depicts a chaotic narrative about territorial bets and historical alliances with unclear naming.
Minister visited Innisfail district exposing employment schemes and highway projects. He met with local leaders at Creek Hambledon and following towns, proposing public works and rail bridge plans while hearing deputations from residents seeking jobs and contract opportunities. The tour included talks with officials about a major railway bridge site and future hallway projects.
Fragmented text reports Mr Theodore asserting continued intent to rejoin the federal sphere, with Labor and party lines cited. It references elections and a broad political fight as negotiations continue, mentioning attempts to influence Queenshill and parliamentary alignments amid a mounting dispute.
Mink Javes, an accused man, faced a murder charge connected to the death of Jimint Salemotuea Kesnhe, with Detective Ingram and others testifying at the January raid. Solomon testified regarding the alleged involvement, the defendant’s statements, and the circumstances leading to the morgue visit. The prisoner was committed for trial at the next court session on March 1st.
Rioters attacked the Poplar Guardians during a tense meeting as a deputation demanded power to levy. guards fled under pressure, with police and bystanders mixed reactions. A London editor urged restraint while rioters allegedly struck and chaos ensued, ending as authorities held ground and rioters dispersed.
Obdurate workers clash with authorities as two meetings fail to yield progress. Amid strife in the city, sporadic disorder complicates negotiations and observers await a renewed effort from both sides to reach a resolution.
A New York ledger reports firms offering one million searlings for the Metropolitan Water Board financing. Loans at six percent for nineteen years are cited, with bankers Bend Coodein and Webber Parker & Co named among bidders. Premier states he has no knowledge of the alleged Ameri tie to the sewerage plan.
In Kalgoorlie on a February morning a flying machine smashed into a telegraph pole near Houlden Square. Lieut Pater and mechanic My Mark Barer were injured when the craft and wires fell. Parer suffered ankle and possible pelvis fracture while Liew and the crew faced shock and were rushed to hospital.
The Brisbane Government proposes creating a nine member trust to take over and manage the tramway. The trust will include two government appointees, with six year terms, plus a government appointed chairman. The government guarantees debentures at a fixed 6 percent redeemable after ten years, with compensation paid in cash upon transfer.
A tragic fall occurs when a derrick collapses at the St Martin's War Memorial Hospital construction site in Brisbane. Theo Keevan, a young son of the local worker, dies from injuries sustained as the derrick toppled. The incident halted work and prompted emergency responses and investigations into site safety.
A damaged report describes a safe blowing gang at work in North Sydney. They forced a safe at a local premises, stealing coal value and stock with hinges damaged and a loud disturbance noted. The incident follows a prior theft tied to the same gang, with ongoing company losses cited.
Feb 8 reports say petitions or reworks may appoint Sedat Ya to undertake treasurer duties previously carried out by Bortig fon Work. Documents linked to the party are expected to be prepared at an early meeting. An adjoint is sought to oversee the transition until a by election is held, with government overseeing the process.
In Melbourne on February 2 a dramatic scene unfolded as Albert Nasbet was found dead amid a tense courtroom context. The coroner issued a warrant for his arrest and charge of contempt. Police were transporting a key witness to Melbourne in relation to the proceedings.
Police linked three men to a hotel burglary in Charleville. The suspects, named in court filings as Tate, Magica, and Mire James, were detained after an attempted entry at the Shearers' kitchen and a folded count of money found on site. Charges include burglary and possession with intent to commit theft. vagrancy accusations also noted.
The page presents jumbled phrases about global wheat crops a note from the French Government and references to London conferences. It mentions executions in Londonderry and appeals in a Genoa conference, with scattered names and details indicating a chaotic digest of international events and domestic labor issues.
The Atherton meeting discusses plans for a firat cons at ta ge south next week. A public note outlines proposals and the committee considers wage terms and new arrangements. Vague references to Kadina and local figures suggest pending votes and potential changes amid rising costs and opposition.
Reports detail a chaotic incident as police and military forces clash in town. Two killed and five wounded initially, later updated figures vary. authorities impose an order and search for suspects as reinforcements arrive and the district seethes with unrest.
Fragmentary world war era note indicates ships awaiting scrapping paused as Senate delays ratification of an agreement. Navy plans for medical and transport vessels hinge on approval, with Washington division halting marines' discharges and a forty week timeline referenced amid unclear details.
Mr Easterry DX reports prospect of a good sugar crop with favorable season conditions. Weather noted with rain inlets aiding growth, drought pressures easing. Barnechy notes return after a vill to various eager areas, signaling improved prospects and regional outlook.
A scanned item reports a levy rejection with political tension noted. Text references a February date and local officials, though the fragmentary OCR obscures key names and places, indicating a contested fiscal action and public response.
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