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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 12, 1915
Page
2
Retail circular lists Swiss and cotton fabrics, lace trimmings, cambrics, and linens priced aggressively. Shoes and boots for men women and children feature reductions on Derby lace shoes and kid leather styles. Men’s shirts and tennis shirts offered at lowered rates with bargain wording throughout.
Mayers Ltd addresses Cairns ratepayers outlining policy priorities for the town. Proposed extensions of streets and footpaths, kerbing and channeling, preservation of municipal baths, improved footpath drainage, water main expansion, water supply improvements, by-law reforms and strict enforcement, and beautification of esplanade parks and gardens. Signatories T H Donaldson W W Friend G Hughes request voter support.
A letter to ratepayers pledges to contest the Caires harbor board election, urging deepening of the channel and full control of water frontages. It attacks past management, calls for resumption of wharf leases, safeguards board revenue, supports Australian manufactured goods, and favors expanded wharf and crane facilities. Signed by A Brown and P Pease urging votes for three reform candidates.
W H J Mayers asks ratepayers for support in the Cairns Harbour Board race. He pledges to extend railway tracks for reclamation, expand shipping berths, and improve board economy and administration. Voting is requested for Saturday February Vth with thanks in anticipation.
A former Cairns Town Council representative appeals ratepayers for renewed support. He pledges to pursue the best interests of ratepayers and urges confidence in him and fellow candidates J. G. Hoare and Jas. Toafer, promising to foster municipal welfare and equal privileges.
J G Hoare campaigns for Cairns Harbor Board urging immediate deepening of the channel to stop overseas trade diversions and support wharfage expansion. He backs Chillagoe lease, rail access, local manufacturing over foreign goods and maintaining insurance policies while improving berthing for small craft. He appeals for votes for A Brown and P Pease alongside his candidacy.
A Cairns public notice from a local candidate urges Port facilities to aid overseas shipping. He pledges to push completion of current schemes and continue construction toward Manila, resume the Chillagoe lease, and address arising matters with diligent attention.
A notice parades various paragraphs claiming remarkable properties of Bisurated Magnesia bottled under one full name. Thames G. T. Murray, law dentist, offers daily consultations at his surgery in the A.M.P. Building on Apot-street, with telephone and P.O. box listed.
The Friends of the late Mire Roe and family invite attendance at her funeral at 3 o clock Friday afternoon from the residence of her niece Mire a Chimes Shicis Street en route for Cairns Cemetery. Also invited are The Friends of Ure Wi Barr and Family Mrs J Chimes and Messrs 4 7T BH J and F G Bulcock. HM Svendsen Undertaker and Krobalmer.
The London metal market reports copper at 62 17 6 to cash or forward 81 7 8 to delivery Ben3is. Tin ranges from 17 to 1MNb forward 154 to 14 16. Lead 16 12 6 to 8 15, Spelter 39 10 to 40 with recent price movements noted.
The Post reports Feb 13 1915 that a Imperial Conference is seen as premature and unnecessary during wartime. Prime Minister W Fisher signals possible unity measures while Dominions eye a say in peace terms and a coordinated imperial defense as Australia’s model is favored for broader policy. Future big decisions loom.
An ad touts Syval's Peroxide Cream as a cooling soothing cosmetic to prevent blotchy complexions. The text also mentions multiple local notices about auctions, sales, and community events, including land sales and an upcoming railway project.
Health of women is vital for families and future generations. Send name and address to Dept. 14b Ladies Café Health, Brisbane, for Times College of Health, 4 Oxford Street, Sydney, to receive the guide.
A three account of business was dealt with at the meeting of Rabinds farmers. It was decided they should have representation on the Educational board. Elected officers include President A. Mama and Vice Presidents W. C. Grit and C. Simmonds. Meer G. R. Mayers and Lymburner were appointed.
The first series of Amateur Trials hosted by Mr. W. E. Grow at the Cairns theatre drew a large crowd. Acts including Lorrane Cipertina King Delso jugglers Jack Cunyor Archibald Puy and the Sisters Trevarthen impressed. The night featured nautical song and dance and vaudeville by Jolly Marie Will E Grow and Miss Emmie Fame.
Chamber members are reminded that the noon meeting is at 4 pm today. The Turks claim to have crossed the Canal and are at Cairo. Obituary notes: Mrs. Bulcock, widow of T. Bulcock, dies in hospital. funeral details follow. A. S. R. and regional delegates to Brisbane meeting next week with local representatives listed.
In last municipal elections turnout was weak and only a few votes separated candidates. This year several figures including Messrs Donald Tenn and Hughes are supported by strong friends. Supporters hope for success as many outside voters have promised to come in and vote.
Wyreema travelers endured forty hours sheltering in Keppel Bay area then proceeded mid day. The notice lists many names of passengers and describes distressing circumstances and a remedy advertisement for a medical product sold by Pure Drug Chemist in Abbott Street Cairns.
A large bargain list is published in our advertisement on page five to mark the sale at Kellys. The discounts promise value to prudent shoppers with the chance ending tomorrow, as early buying today is advised for guaranteed standard goods.
A dated advertisement promises sterling savings on silver shillings and gold pounds by offering unseasonable, high grade merchandise at Trail and Winstone's. Men and ladies hats, shirts, suits, and boots are heavily discounted with prices listed, declaring the store opens tonight and highlighting reduced items across Mercery and Boots and Shoes.
The New Palace Theatre presents a lively bill with "Holling Pole" as the headline act and a crowd-pleasing comedy "Taker by Storm" plus "Patty crt Again" from the same producers. George Trail headlines Saturday with Queensland's star performer delivering musical highlights.
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