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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 16, 1912
Page
2
Under new management the house is touted as one of the district’s best. Tariff described as most reasonable and only high quality wines and spirits stocked. G. J. Carroll is proprietor, with term of seven years and acres Cane referenced.
Tenders are invited for the erection of six chains of fencing for the Cairns Pictures Limited. Plans and specifications are available at the office of Mr. R. T. McManus. Tenders close at 6 p.m. on Monday, 19th inst. The lowest tender will not necessarily be accepted.
General Hospital Chillagoe invites tenders for supplies and services for 12 months starting 14 March 1912. Tender must be with the Treasurer Mr H J Savage by 12 noon on 28 February 1912. Includes freight and fodder terms. tender forms available on application. A special meeting of the association on Friday 23 inst at 11 to receive resignations and elect a new president.
Mr Job Cliford reports February Sth findings at the stone pass with 28 prisms crushed from a four inch reef. He notes the gold reef trends north, sinking a second shaft to 47 feet. The No 7 level was cleared over a fortnight with three shifts and now operates with two. water problems persist.
In Brisbane and Melbourne tense scenes flare as coalitions clash with workers. The Federal Labour Government refuses to call military aid amid domestic violence and shopfronts burn, while South Australian results signal a turning tide against Labour fortunes. Leaders warn of constitutional duties and rising opposition as unrest grows.
Towra reports a compiled tally of prices and bids across multiple stations and brokers. The list shows various consignments with quoted values such as 2/5 2/¢ and 4A 5/. figures appear for Clarks Dey Dewn F.C. Kat Mevicon and Kalamadaus among others.
The fragment lists metal prices in London with figures such as 192/17/6, 215/15, 15/8/9 and copper at 62/9/65. It reads as a brief market report noting price quotes and the copper rate without further context.
Traders at the Gairns Stock Exchange register Thursday’s call listing options and prices for multiple entries including Mount Cuthbert Hampden Fitzroy Oak Apple and Thompson's Oaks with various bid figures and fractions noted throughout the page.
A fragmented report describes a Brisbane strike dwindling as the Queens- Premier and Prime Minister face criticism over handling depots and footstaff benefits. The piece notes delays and refusals affecting poorer city families seeking prompt aid.
The text recalls a critical view on a beaten woman and notes about Edward O'Connor, a long serving Australian High Court judge since 1903 who earlier was an M S C for New South Wales and Federal Senate leader from 1901 to 1908. It hints at his later departure in 1908.
Crowds gather at Kelly's rumored as prices drop during a marked sale. The thrifty shoppers explore bargains while staff highlight economic value. Street noise and chatter accompany the event as customers rush to take part.
Secretary J C Devlin advertises tenders for Chillagoe Hospital supplies for 12 months from 14 March. The Oswestry Grange steamer, part of the Tsorm Strats service, is due at Cairns about 20 March with 200 tons of cargo and immigrants. A charity play My Sweetheart will be presented at the Shire Hall next Thursday by the Cairns Amateur Club to benefit the Cairns Hospital. Reserve a box at Craig and Whitburn for the event.
Voters are urged to visit John Isaac's Lake Street shop for full benefits of current conditions. S. Melick offers end of summer sales on sergerette trousers white shirts and tweed items with marked reductions. Cairns reports note the Ambulance Brigade annual report praised for its artistic finish. A Pest Grand Lodge meeting in Manchester hosts degrees and rituals for Goodfellows.
Verto Co. prepares a Saturday night programme at Shire Hall featuring Merry Widow Waltz Crazal The Pirate The Birth of Flowers The Burglar Postage Stampa Sesnas im the Panama Camel The Poacher The Quaker Mother Time Snapshot Fiend and more. Star acts and new comics promise a lively show as Cairns AP and M Association notes resignation of President E Karl and calls a special meeting Friday at 11 am to discuss succession finances and other business.
In honour of the Young China Party rise to power, Chiteer residents observed a holiday with mediavoise and fireworks. Chiname drivers sought permission to fire crackers at the mayor Alderman McKenzie’s residence, the mayor approved and advised police presence if needed. Remnants at Boland's. Votes and News continues on page.
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