Gordonvale Public Meeting Backs Doctor Sword Retention
A Gordonvale public meeting convened by residents urged the Cairns Hospital Board to retain Doctor Sword, praising his three years of service and advocating salary increases. Speakers pressed for better facilities, maternity care, and a general hospital status, while noting finance as a barrier to immediate upgrades.
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Gordonvale
W. C Giffin
W. Lowe
Ry A Nee
Pobein Fay
Mr. Griffin
Ordenvale
Sword
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Gordon
Cairns
Howe
Gardenvale Hospital
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Henpial
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Driscoll
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Jordsvale
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Grifintein
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Gabsor
Memoral
Gordanvale
Peete
Gordenvale
Gortenvaie
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Doctor Sword
Worgonvale
Blake
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M. J. Hoare
J. Stokes
Jwon
Mebeeman
Mr. Stokes
District
Lara
Atti 1m
M. A Doolan
Hoare
Doolan
Smart
Salary Controversy Over Innisfail Matron’s Pay
In Innisfail on February 3 the hospital committee read a letter from matron Elginte Witsne stating her salary would total £250 per year, arguing she earns more than the maximum for hospital staff. Debate touched cost of living, maternity ward plans, and potential rate increases while some urged deferring the request. The committee voted to table the matter to the next meeting and rejected the amendment to grant the raise.
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Innisfail
Mars
Innisfail Dis Hospital
Eiginte Wits
Barsas
J. T. Robertson
Hospitali My
Ir. Faters
Jamissade Hospital
Sydney
Taylor
Dwyer
Tait
Craig
Bliss
Worth
Damage to horse charge against trainer in Brisbane court
In Brisbane police court Detective Troy testified that Joe Brown a 39 year old horse trainer was remanded until February 20 after bail of 160 pounds was granted. He faced a charge of unlawfully attempting to damage the race horse Hydronite. Sub Inspector Lip said Brown had been in Brisbane for months, vanished after machines were allegedly made by the Oneenstand Turf Cab, and was later arrested in New South Wales.
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Troy
Joe Brown
Litore
Brown
Lip
New South Wales
Salvation Army Leader Crisis Sparks High Council Debate
A London dispatch reports Salvation Army leaders clash over General Bramwell Booth's alleged violations and the 1904 Deed. Commander Evangeline Booth condemns the General's actions, urging adherence to founder's principles and warning of a potential constitutional crisis. The High Council will address leadership questions on Wednesday.
Mediation sought in Salvation Army leadership dispute
The Daily Express reports Lloyd George and J R MacDonald have been asked by General Booth's representatives to mediate. George views intervention as opportune timing. MacDonald would help if both sides consent. A new offer reportedly would involve council appointment of a successor and reorganization of control, while Booth refuses to resign. Later, Booth appears in a chair, described as an elderly gentleman.
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London
Daily Express
Lloyd George
J. R. MacDonald
General Booth
Salvation
Aaf Ter
George
MacDonald
High Council Session Shifts to Sunbury London
London February 13 The High Council reconvenes at Sunbury rather than London. Counsel will represent both sides and three medical men will testify for the General’s side. Witnesses include G A Pollard and Maurice Whitlow. Debts are provisionally booked for the viathan sailing Friday. Mrs Bramwell Booth seeks restraint in adjudication out of respect for past and present needs.
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London
High Council
Sunbury
G. A. Pollard
Salvation Army
Maurice Whitlow
Viathan
Bramwell Booth
General Booth Defends Deed in London Case
General Booth replies to attacks stating he does not seek to destroy the 1904 deed and has turned to the court for an immediate decision on its validity. If invalid, the deed must be altered or strengthened to keep its essential features in the Army's constitution.
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London
Booth
No Need to Be August and September Worst Months for Freckles
An ad advises using Kintho double strength to remove freckles, promising quick fading of dark spots and lightening of the complexion. It claims results in days and offers a money back guarantee if Kintho fails.
Cairns Harbor Board Reports Dredging and Wharf Work
The Cairns Harbour Board, led by Mr. A C Nicholson, reports January progress with Trinity Bay dredging totaling 36 300 tons, sand pumped to rear of Nofi section, and 6 600 tons from old wharf berths. The new overseas wharf work advances slowly due to weather, with front fenders, piles, and timber decking in place. Channel surveys show 22 ft depth over 150 ft width. repairs to wharves and floating plant continue. An automatic tide gauge and anemometer were installed, a central pay office created for ship crews, water service renewed, and extensive maintenance completed across sheds, lines, and shore plant.
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Cairns
Berry St
S.W.O.S.T
E. A. Cullen
Trinity Ine
Reco Ag Pence
New Overseas Wharf
Canonbar
Meteorological Department
Light at Last in Innisfail Telephone Area
Innisfail telegram in February reports action to improve the light near the public telephone cabinet after a letter from A J Christie Deputy Director of ports and Telegraphs Brisbane noted the 10 day delay and promised improvements to the local light.
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Innisfail
A. J. Christie
Ports and Telegraphs
Brisbane
Puhlie
Gruen Health Salts Ad Urges Health and Vitality
A historical advertisement touts Gruen Health Salts as a trusted remedy for stomach and bowel issues. It claims doctors recommend it and urges readers to buy a bottle, available from chemists for 2/9, with orders possible via a Sydney box address.
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Gruen
Sydney
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