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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 17, 1925
Page
5
Fragmentary OCR shows a jewelry firm asserting they do not handle merchandise at uniformly low prices. The text mentions Mackay and Company Limited jewelers with unclear claims about pricing and offerings. It references price quotes and selling conditions in a damaged passage.
The Metal Market from Sydney reports on London market inquiries and three month contracts with forward and spot prices for ware, lead, tin, silver, iron and related commodities. Listings include figures such as 208/1M/9 for lead and 2/83-16 for silver, with various forward and home export references and dates.
Maize prices at Maizic Market show 96d per unit with shifts noted. Calre Police Court met yesterday before Mr Burns. John McKinly faced a belay charge and a dewwk finding. Peter and others cited for various pri on offenses across the docket.
The reclamation work at Mudlat shows rapid progress with 100 cubic yards of material despoiled from the site within a month. Portions have been placed over a large area of the reserve, improving the nearby unsightly wall and tidying the vicinity.
The committee at the Eisteddfod convened to select seats for the coming competition and arrange the literary events. Mr Bettas and MM. C Roiele chaired meetings while Armstrong faced Whig criticism. A lecture on Cane Disease and specimen discussions occurred at Mulgrave Hall led by Mr Cotielt Bor.
A smaller venue on Lowse Lake Street hosted an improvised theatre showcase featuring local performers. The event highlighted emerging talent from the Laney Late group with engaging scenes and spontaneous comedy.
A 1925 Che Cairns Post report discusses the Australian sugar industry’s export growth and price pressures. It notes Prince Minothe’s warnings on oversupply, Cane growers’ activity, and calls for government action to finance exports while highlighting Ernest Hunter’s proposal on molasses for power alcohol and by products conversion. The piece frames public support for Hunter’s scientific approach and potential federal action.
The piece reviews rising concern over immigration in Australia’s northern regions. It cites Melbourne press attention from years past, calls for policy action by federal and state governments, and notes political divisions over loading quotas and public sentiment toward Southern European arrivals and kinfolk.
The article reports heightened attention from fishermen as agencies emphasize licenses for the year. Authorities warn those who have not viewed licenses or complied with rules. A district superintendent notes ongoing inspections on the Rudways and related lines.
A fragmented OCR passage notes a man near Totly who seized a revolver while examining it as a warning sounded. He appeared to be a magvied man with a nuviy and was surrounded by tense activity as investigators waited.
An unclear OCR fragment describes bearers and injuries including a fused wound to a left leg and abrasions to the arms. It mentions a doctor and someone named Tater taking someone home on Maruy Street, with other names such as Les Harris and Kanda appearing in garbled form.
Fragmented report details a bizarre incident with children carrying multiple snakes near Lake Street and a broader note on ongoing research into snake industry control. The piece references the South Johnstone Experiment Station and discussions on industry safety, with mentions of Sydney and Cairns as key locations.
A London area notice reports a complainant naming Gordonwels and details of a charge of unlawfully wounding. Bail granted, next hearing set for Monday. A correspondent announces a cease writ and wishes a speedy recovery for a wounded veteran reported from Victoria.
The board approves procurement to install a large electric crane at the wharf for cargo handling. A 27 foot radius crane with heavy lifting capability will replace aging gear and allow trucks to pass its center. Preparations and material orders proceed with suppliers and engineers coordinating delivery and installation.
A garbled paste outlines cane growers notes and policy talk on sugar production and distribution. It mentions the Miapbie revel of the Seapetinee, exam notes on market figures, wages, and the Australian sugar industry with references to the Queensland sugar committee, ASEAN, and Singapore. It hints at production estimates, forward delivery, and shifts in supply chain while preserving names and places as readable.
A jumbled report notes talks over a coastal passenger service involving Bt Albanik, Mosors, Burnie, and Townville. It mentions conflicting claims about priority routes from Core to Townville, with references to the American department and a vessel phase. No clear dates or official outcomes are provided.
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