02 Jan 1915
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 02, 1915
Page
1
A catalog style list shows various pocket cameras monoculars glasses and related items with prices marked in shillings and pence. The entries include small pocket cameras optical aids and boy scout gear along with unit prices such as 27/6 and 41/ for different items.
Fragmentary text from a Moon journal notes January entries including names and vague observances. Readers see scattered terms like Moon and January with unclear proper nouns and dates. The legible data do not form a coherent report or event.
The note alleges cheating of fixtures for stocktaking and price gains in grocery lines tied to an annual balance report. Rox J. is referenced in connection with the matter.
Notes and News report the opening of A M Waddell General Store at Babirda offering Bedrock Prices. Mentions Agency Ravalourmnce Company Limntel and renewed news on Havelock works and Quaenlander mine resuming, plus Cairns District matron and several names tied to local firms and co operatives.
Those in red of vedleville are urged to visit the Cairne Theatre to see Ward Lear the champion comedian perform a line of specialties. The plot involves Felix impersonating his sister Leon causing a tangle with Woolf, Bertha, and a colonel. An afternoon matinee includes a juvenile program with competitions and amusements.
A Cairne Police Court session saw a man charged on suspicion of being of unsound mind. He was remanded for one week for medical observation following a police arrest after he saluted the crowd and acted oddly. The article also notes various notices and advertisements unrelated to the case.
The Mowrilyan completed a swift mail voyage with a late Mossean train causing a one hour and thirty minute delay. Departing Cooktown shortly after noon, she arrived at Port Douglas before five, with the Mossean train arriving at 6.35 PM.
The Morice voyage continues to the same destination as Surses Macyintowk joins Viemsel at Cmirna. Port Morealy rumiosats are returning by the Morinds with more horses aboard for Proves Ports. The voyage resumes late Thursday night amid speeches praising the health of the King and including remarks by several named speakers.
A grand showing at Freeeeet features a series of films for holiday visitors in Cairns. The program includes The Haid of Hunan Tigers and a selection of comedies. Food facilities are ample and the venue stays cool. A local band is absent but music quality is described as strong. Prices are described as popular.
The crushing season at Elam Bledon Mii ended Thursday afternoon with a concluded scramble of events. No further details are provided in the fragment.
Townsville wire reports a local auction sale being advertised by Barrets AUCTION SALE. Cur Townsville correspondent notes Willem James charged with unlawful poer geri of offs and given a fine or imprisonment. The article also lists stock, sales totals, and gifts from Crag's Chemist, with mention of Vice Regal Chemist and Abbott-aleet in advertising copy.
An elderly resident of the district named Mrs Belcock died Thursday morning after a long illness. She was highly respected by all who knew her and leaves a large family widely known in the North. The funeral occurred Thursday afternoon and was largely attended.
The President of the Methodist Church in Gueensland, Hew Hebrt Stewart, orders a special Sunday service for prayer across churches. Ike H. Denny to preach in Cairns Church and at other venues, urging Methodist members to attend. The text also references parliamentary debates on wheat duty and war taxes, with discussions of economic strain and public expectations.
The health of women is a national concern and readers are urged to obtain the booklet Women's Guide to Health. Send name and address to the Ladies College of Health at 113 Quem St Brisbane or 54 Oxford Street Sydney for delivery.
On Wednesday night Cairns Masonic Lodges honored Comp. and Bro. S. Ward who leaves soon for the front. War. Draper presided with representation from Gragite and Pyramid Lodges. Am ened by Cairns Mission Choir, the event closed with the National Anthem and best wishes for Ward. The Breech of Australium saluted March farewell and Ward's return to his homeland was anticipated to share in postwar benefits. Ward spoke briefly as the health of the guest was toasted.
In Cairns Police Court on Thursday an elderly man Austin pleaded guilty to drunkenness. He sought mercy noting Christmas obligations and financial strain. The magistrate ordered him to pay three cab fares and warned of harsher sentences for future public drunkenness.
The Palace New Theatre drew a large audience with a mixed program featuring pictures, vaudeville, and musical acts. A centerpiece was the Lubin release When the Earth Trembled, a 26 foot long film claimed as the only copy in Australasia, plus a supporting slate including The Perm Bully and a scenic summation, all curated to delight Cairns patrons with lavish presentation and imported prestige.
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