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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 26, 1929
Page
7
Fragmentary high tide notes from Feb 2 include vague am and pm stamps and odd measurements. no clear location or event context. The decipherable bits show early morning and afternoon peak indicators with inconsistent figures.
The notice lists movements of numerous ships including Quinnston, Canberra, Mackarra, Macedon, and Ormonde, with planned arrivals and departures between Sydney, Brisbane, Cairns, Melbourne, and other ports. Agencies include Hobert Smith Ltd and Samuel Allen and Sons, detailing schedules through March and April.
In Townsville on February 25 Elizabeth Freton pleaded guilty in the Police Court to stealing a new quantity of linen from Palms Private Hospital valued at 63 pounds 17 shillings. She was ordered to enter into recognisances of ten pounds to await judgment when called on.
A chaotic Perth wrestling event on February 24 drew wrestlers and spectators into a rough contest at Chal Vase night. Notable moments include a disqualification for punching as Savatieff faced penalties while two Greek competitors and a local favorite competed for dominance.
Brisbane dairy and market notes report mixed fruit and grain prices with apples and chaff remaining available though demand soft. New South Wales produce shows slight clearance while potatoes from New South Wales arrive with varied quotations and maize in weak conditions amid harvest adjustments.
Mrs J M Forbes, widow of late Mr J M Forbes a sub collector of Customs at Cairns, died in Brisbane on Friday at age 89. She was the widow of the late official and survived by relatives. The death notice notes her long life and status as a respected figure.
Mrs. Mary Murra of Mareeba aged 78 died at her daughter’s residence on Saturday afternoon. Her husband predeceased her about ten months ago. She leaves two daughters Mrs. Hugh Fraser of Mareeba and Mrs. Bert Love of Brisbane. Funeral arrangements followed at her daughter’s home with a large circle of relatives.
February 2 at his residence Aerleton Mr J Cowan a respected citizen of St Mungo Scot lad origin left a widow, three daughters, two sons all married and several grandchildren. The funeral took place the same day with mourners from Charters Towers and Bris tain.
A reflective piece contrasts city and rural youths, praising restraint and kindness in dated wartime sentiment. The narrator recalls volunteers from distant towns, defending women and warning against judging by appearance, urging compassion and unity amid social pressures.
Rome reports a Catholic attack on the Rotary movement. The Vatican issued a statement via Observatore Romano denouncing the Rotary as openly anti Catholic and connected to Masonic morals while criticizing its alleged origins and international influence.
The piece argues that state burdens stem from own actions, blaming 14 years of Labor governance in Queensland. It urges workers to demand value and industry profits, warning against go slow moves, strikes, and policies harming employment. It predicts unemployment if workers accept lower productivity for higher pay and calls voters to act in upcoming elections.
Residents complain that floods cut postal and business links with Brisbane for over a week, disrupting trade and daily life. The writer blames weather vagaries, not the Rail or Postal authorities, and urges the state government and postal administration to act to restore modern services for northern communities.
An ad notes Cairns wholesale and retail premises will close on Friday 1st March St David's Day. Bail for Harold Dowley on a drunkenness charge set at 3 shillings. Cairns Police Court records exam passers for engineer and engine driver certificates with names listed from Cairns and Dajarra.
The Cairns Post Office recorded a maximum of 78.8 and a minimum of 72.0 degrees yesterday. Rainfall for 24 hours ended 2 pm totaled 3.85 inches, with an additional 0.38 inches from the previous hour until 9 pm.
In Ingham on February 25 a fire destroyed the residence of Mr. H. Filey about three miles from town. The occupants were away at a picture show when the outbreak occurred, noticed by a neighbor at 10:30 p.m. Furniture and contents were lost and insurance totaled £650 with South British Insurance Company.
Junes Green of Tully sustained a fractured left arm when thrown from a motor lorry about 12 miles from Cardwell on Saturday after the lorry swerved and hit a tree. He was brought to Cardwell and then taken to Tully for treatment. Green previously survived a dramatic救救 incident off the Cardwell coast aboard a motor launch.
Mr Janes Kenny endorsed candidate "white Joe Conk" spoke at a Sure Hallows meeting in Georgetown. About thirty attendees heard Kenny criticize Labor's fourteen year record and discuss local state station funding, shire rates, and a £428/0/6 deficiency allocated to Woothakata. The talk praised Kenny’s first public appearance and lack of personal attacks.
A freight lorry carrying benzine plunged toward a washout on the Mai Road to Little Musgrave near Gordonvale. The driver sped to clear a 12 foot wide trench, throwing a rider from the vehicle. He suffered minor injuries while the lorry and its tail shaft were badly damaged. The Gordonvale Ambulance rushed to hospital with all roads flooded.
A Madrid report says La Nacion foresees the end of the present dictatorship under De Rivera. It cites plans for a national plebiscite, a draft constitution, and bills on elections to reshape government with 400 lawmakers selected by parliament, as De Rivera retires from power.
In London on February 25 a large crowd from England and Scotland joined hunger marchers in Trafalgar Square under the banner of various Labour bodies. Speaking were Thomas, described as president of the march, miner leader A Cook and other officials, while Red Flag songs and banners voiced anti-government sentiments amid calls for action against the British regime.
Paris reports a tentative deal on the Dawes plan transfer clause. A transfer committee would decide how much Germany can send abroad without harming its finances, with portions of the annuity exempt from restoration if Germany proves temporary payment inability.
A group of Chinese men stranded on a flooded river flat near Aloomba were rescued by locals led by Me. Fred Mesh. One diver, San Wah, was pulled from the water with a rope but another man panicked and drowned after missing the rope and grabbing a passing log. No body has been found as floodwaters recede.
L Woodward presided as Cairns Fire Board met with A Anderson and R Carter present in mayor absent. Finance committee to decide on concreting fire station floor tender return by Feb 27. Auditor reports profits £931 16s with £98 18s 2d bank liability. accounts £109 6s 9d payable. bank balance £474 3s 6d. Chief Officer Warner notes fire calls none, two drills, and equipment wear concerns.
Mrs Crimlisk of G1 resident al Matanda died after a January 14 incident in which a locomotive struck her. She was dragged about 70 yards on the cow catcher and taken to Atherton Hospital with a broken leg a broken collarbone facial injuries concussion shock and abrasions.
Brisbane reports clarify duties under updated regulations for diphtheria typhoid and scarlet fever. Local authorities must report suspected cases to medical officers of health, removing doubt about liability when cases are only suspected.
The first Hambleton district gathering on surplus cane production discussed two proposed schemes supported by growers and mills. Widespread concern among suppliers at Woree with W Simmonde presenting proposals intended to shield less productive growers while not hindering those who can produce cane.
Alan Butcher of Marouba was bitten by a shark a week ago and died this morning at Coast Hospital.
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