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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 03, 1912
Page
3
A notice announces the sale of real property in Draper with improvements and related parcel details. The legal description lists the property as available through a public sale process conducted by the designated official, specifying terms and deadlines.
An 1911 report recounts a drought era gathering in Brisbane with country crowds and local events. It notes water strain and civic resilience shaping the year’s end, highlighting community endurance and the role of sport and local leaders in lifting spirits.
An incomprehensible OCR fragment hints at a local market or meeting with references to people and plans. The readable bits mention expectations of growth and a warning to keep something under control, but the text is largely garbled and unnamed.
Readable parts note new beautification awards at Huret's and Shomer where prizes are promised. Mentions Bla lands Hotel and Sa latent town improvements and ship shipments awaiting. Also references Mr and Mrs C Mate and Mr and Mrs Dy Gilitea planning travel and family events in the near future.
An old advertisement touts a remedy for digestion issues. It mentions a product called Laxo-Tonic Pills and promises relief when bowels fail to act. The quirky text hints at mystic words and a general health claim typical of period newspapers.
Cairns Baths announces major renovation and improved facilities including freshwater showers. The venue offers boats for hire, fishing tackle, soft drinks, and cigars for guests.
A Melbourne retailer on Abbott Street offers new hats for all ages and occasions. The store also stocks trimmed hats, picnic hats, embroidery hats, and hardwears, plus undergarments and hosiery.
A short note lists shoeing options priced at 4, 5, or 6 shillings with Perset cash terms.
An ill Assorted notice invites shoppers to a Christmas sale featuring glass tumblers, water sets, and crockery. It touts a wide range of welding gifts and Japanese specialties direct from makers, with emphasis on holiday decor and housewares. The advertisement seeks broad attendance at the event hosted by local merchants with prices starting at 4.00.
Frank Shove of Lace Street seeks air share of Usainars Cals Ronggion double and wings Suikies and Hache for Hire. Second hand Suikien for Sale, General Mouse Dealer.
A 1908 bulletin notes adding capital and reserves to strengthen policyholder security. It cites premiums of £110,172 and capital and reserves totals around £1,964,080, with references to firms in Maine and Brisbane and managers overseeing insurer duties.
The advertisement announces T Byrne a saddler in Cairns offering pack saddles for heavy loads and a range of dressings and cures kept in stock. It notes first-class tradesmen and a large stock of Oct lars and mentions Catras agent for Cari Zosllar Limited.
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