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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 20, 1913
Page
1
An exchange over Territory governance and migration weighs on public opinion. A letter from Mrs Relea of Port St Margarets Hospital notes concerns about the Fisher Government and its £1200 daily cost. The discussion questions honesty, population, and the Territory’s desirability for settlers.
The Barron Shire Council result was declared at noon yesterday amid claims of irregular voting papers and protests by Mareeba residents. Nearly all of the twenty two formal votes favored Cairns while Mareeba residents largely abstained, fueling calls for Mareeba to form its own shire.
At the Cairns monthly meeting plans to create markets for vegetables were urged to boost local production. The proposal would cost about 2000 pounds. some aldermen objected, and the item was referred to the committee to prepare a report for submission.
The record notes an election in the shire with correspondents and officials named. It lists public interest items and notices involving vendors such as straw hats and shading products. The fragment cites individuals Browne Maree Dyes and Kelly Chemist, indicating local commerce alongside civic matters.
Police court notes from Curree show two defendants charged with nobrists facing penalties. One forfeited bail, the other was fined in default.
In Swali court yesterday morning verdicts were given in two cases. Memes M WeKatrie sold goods for £3 2s 5d with costs. Le On Keg paid £10 0s 8d and another verdict was recorded.
The article notes Clacherty’s valued council service and non selfish motives as he retires. A motion to select an office site drew a near even split between Cairns and Marceba. Ratepayers chose to rest the issue, backing the poll result and the party seeking removal failed to rally broad support.
A chaotic Cairns meeting notes delays in a port overhaul and reports a damaged lamp system. The Burns, Philp and Co. liner Midori is set to depart Cairns for Port Moresby with a refit later, while a vessel from Ayimey to Papua undergoes maintenance.
In the town of Cain, a damaged seawall prompted council review with Engineer Collen to assess the failure. The Municipal Engineer group has started precautions to prevent further breach as a cyclone approaches, comparing current risks to historic expeditions.
The Palace Theatre presents a varied program described as highly enthusiastic with popular film features and strong line acting. Notable entries include The Gold Yaad Glitter Down through Agra and Woodland Christine in California. Educational selections like Human time receive praise, while Old Mother and Oh may Pipe entertain children during a forthcoming session with several programs planned.
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