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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 11, 1930
Page
7
The fragmentary text mentions Watts and Relwowe EAA in an apparent official note. Readable details are limited. No clear event, date, or involved organizations beyond sporadic capitalized terms. The record preserves only scattered names without a coherent story.
Fragmentary notes reference moon phases and dates with unclear names. Key terms include February, fire, arrival yesterday, departure yesterday, and scattered proper nouns suggesting calendar or astronomical references.
Fragmentary OCR text describes varied references to markets, travel, and dates, mentioning Camberis, Carne bel vars, Bevvies, and Austrabelt events. It hints at shipments, fares, and ships from the Orient, with several named places and months, but lacks coherent events or clear identities to form a definitive news item.
An explosion occurred at Sonn Lengfer facility amid unclear circumstances. Responders secured the area as investigators began assessing damage and any injuries or hazards. Local authorities urged caution and coordinated with emergency services.
Reports on Palmer River Gold Company NL activities at the Palmer River involving Setel Buster Dredging and Hydraulic Shida. Describes sand floods, timbering, pontoon work, current conditions, and crew efforts to raise and move sand during January. Notes about water levels, dredge performance, and safety measures amid shifting river conditions.
The Drishane fair-day sales surfaced amid unclear bidding and misread tags. Prices and lots were hard to verify as buyers faced shaky figures and limited goods. The event ended with sparse stock and an uneasy mood among vendors and visitors.
A scrambled era of notes describes a theft of tobacco and groceries from a shop named Ife Stop. Police investigations are underway as Lyon and local authorities pursue leads. No clear suspects are identified in the fragment.
In a damaged entry the Galrna Weekly notes a savings bank event with Mr Wf E Stilhman and others mentioned. The fragment references a savings day and a ceremony on a mid month date, with unclear details about attendees and actions.
An unclear historical OCR fragment references culinary topics and social observations. It mentions individuals, events, and places in garbled form, with scattered names and terms, including references to dinners, dates, and local activities, but no coherent narrative or recoverable details. The piece appears to be a stray excerpt rather than a complete report.
A garbled message thanks various staff and colleagues for sympathy and assistance during a bereavement. The text names MR W and others, but many words are unreadable, leaving a partial expression of gratitude and support.
A daughter was born in February 1930 to Mr and Mrs W Ireland of Gor Slormvile. Sister O Hara attended the birth. both mother and baby are doing well.
Subscriber Gordonvale States for 1929 not available Ednar Cairns Pos indicates missing issue content for 1929.
The article argues Australia should promote tobacco farming as a viable commercial industry. It cites Queensland's favorable climate, demands stronger Commonwealth and State government support, and notes fluctuating acreage from 1888-89 to 1927-28. It highlights import/export imbalances and calls for a self-contained, entirely Australian tobacco sector with local factories.
The article notes public interest in tobacco industry details, linking beer timing to tobacco production and overseas leaf supply. It cites 1927-28 Australian leaf usage at 1,007,089 pounds and imported leaf at 17,613,104 pounds, stressing the impact on producers and the Commonwealth without further monetary detail.
Innisfail on February 10 a motor car crashed into the large front plate glass window of a cafe kept by Clenzos and Co in Edith Abrect. The driver Peter Oli veri attempted to avoid a woman and the vehicle suddenly swerved, tearing down verandah posts and shattering the glass while no one aboard was hurt.
February 10 ininnispall Industrial Magistrate heard solicitor J T McNamee representing a party. Judge Nitkin noted no objection to appearance unless opposed by consent of the other side. McNamee contended costs could be granted under the Industrial Arbitration Act, while Aidan warned no right to appear without consent. Proceedings continued as McNamee asserted entitlement to costs and sought to recover money for a client.
The Townsville Supreme Court opened before Justice Douglas. Cronin pleaded guilty to bigamy and was sentenced to six months imprisonment. The court adjourned after hearing Norman Ryan and Edward Foster in matters involving theft with violence and unsettled sums of £125. Bail forfeitures were recorded for David Morton and Jack Sullivan who failed to appear in Cairns Police Court. A bicycle accident injured Arnold Wardrope, a schoolboy, with first aid and hospital transport. Local racecourse trustees discussed reserve mortgage forms under the Lands Amend Act, pending receipt of applications. An editor’s note recounts a humorous subscriber exchange about a spider in the paper.
Weather shifts ease flood strain as Iner man Bridge water falls from four feet four inches to three feet six inches by noon. Railway Department prepares ferrying of 500 bags of mails held at Home Hill. a train is planned to depart Towmenilin side of Inkerman bridge. Bowen mail train arrives at Home Hill by 4 pm offering travel options to Townsville. South-bound services expected to resume tomorrow with 50 passengers carried.
Rainfall totals over 48 hours ending 9 am show varied amounts across Cairns and surrounding towns including Cairns 131 points Jedbuch 70 Karends 120 Wongaburea 0 Mita Milan 230 Avnerman 54 Her berton 34 Ravenshor 105 Gordonvale 148 Babinda 0 Mareeba Mt Mulligan Alma Den Cuttagee. Four hours total 77 points with more rain likely as a southeasterly wind freshens and sea rises. Tully River four feet over rails at one point and trains may pass Towser soon.
The meeting saw Alderman Colne and J G Hoare represent the council while W Winkworth Tay J Birch and town clerk Wilkinson attended. Members discussed drainage, street improvements, and a joint application with Draper Street, with decisions to proceed after further details and terms were clarified.
The council debated a pumping plant and jetty to shore a water line. The mayor and Alderman Mirebs proposed securing the jetty and wharf to strengthen the structure while the board discussed renewing the supply agreement and rate.
In Cardwell on February 18 a discussion covered harbor use and ballast needs for the wharf project. Officials noted large stat materials to be added at the new wharf and described shipyard and railway movements. A ballast train departed Cardwell to reach the Remersite quarry for essential materials.
Cardwell reports a week without mail as floodwaters recede slowly. The Boned and Heter damage noted, a special train planned to clear debris, and river levels on the Herbers River and Tully rising concerns persist for transit between Ingham and Tully.
The wet weather over the past week has slowed cane planting and cultivation. Growers report delayed sowings and weed control challenges, with fears of stand gaps and reduced yields if the rain persists. Fertilizer application has been limited as soil conditions remain muddy and unstable, complicating field operations.
Report on Sabinda suppliers meeting outlining the agenda, discussions on policy changes, and anticipated conference follow ups. Notes emphasize perceived implementation gaps, grower concerns across districts, and the need for a timely review of policies and accreditation procedures.
The article discusses growers seeking more information on by products and their use in Stellkot Matur Spirit production. It notes talks at Babinda and Prestonell about preferred practices and the role of government committees in reviewing industry health and waste management, with emphasis on extending ethanol manufacture and expert consultation.
Weothakata Shire Council announces a meeting on March 6 to consider amendments to the rating book and rateable property. Applicants must lodge changes with the shire clerk by the specified deadline before the meeting.
At Gordonvale Police Court on Saturday Sir James Tracey faced a charge of cruelty to a horse for neglecting to provide adequate feed during wet weather. The defendant pleaded guilty as evidence described the animal’s confinement and poor conditions. The report notes rising waters and flood impacts, marooned travelers, and ongoing cyclone effects as context for local hardship.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a town event with references to February 10 and a flat scene, noting ashes or smoke and a quick receded incident. It mentions Deb Rivas and hoaker, but the readable lines are sparse and uncertain, offering little coherent narrative or clear outcomes.
Notes from Mr. Thompson of a long established mining and milling concern describe renewed operations near Mt. et and 12 miles from a reference point. The firm expects feasible recovery with a combination of pumps and treated ore processing, noting lower capital costs and flexible plant methods.
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