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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 04, 1919

Page

2

Shipping Arrivals List From Coastal Ports Readers

Shipping arrivals at multiple ports listed with names of captains and passengers. The document enumerates crew and families including Jane Cooma Captain R Hassall and numerous individuals, with many children and spouses noted among the arrivals.

Jane —Cooma R Hassall Gers Mesdames Ramage G KR. Sattersom J Russell Alley Ogdes J. Bir Wotale M. O’keete Taylor Chidren Simpson Burton Aliruige H Murphy Misaes T 'Odeman Matouf Yapp Parry Ol. Alwon Burgess. Stour Gallacher Dredge Mather Mes K. Sanders Vileran G Palmer Russell G. Alley G Oe F South T Fulpon Methed Magner A. Gould A. Sinciee Tyanola J Momly

Movements of Vessels and Arrivals Schedule

Pers Philp and Co led Korswls arrives every Tuesday morning at Townsville and leaves immediately for Cooktown. The vessel retires on Wednesday night and departs Townsville via Lucinda Point, bound for Melbourne with port calls. Adelapte Company Limited Moris Ma iavce sails south on Wednesday.

Pers Philp Korswls Townsville Immedi Cooktown Lucinda Point Melbourne Adetapte Company. Limited Moris Ma Iavce

Geaney Memorial Memory of Michael Patrick Geaney

In loving memory of our beloved son and brother Michael Patrick who departed life at age 21. We ask for him the sunshine of thy peace and the sheltering arms. Lead him from darkness to eternal rest. Sorrowing parents brothers and sisters offer heartfelt prayers.

Dore Ian Pert Paren

Death Notice of Henry George Albert Smithers

Smithers Henry George Albert, formerly manager at Bright Victoria, died on December 14. Beloved by family and friends who note his career at Australasa and the care of Back of Australasa. He is sadly missed and deeply regretted by Oybie Cairne friends.

Mining rush brings California and Reid’s Creeks tin

Rain-soaked district attracts prospectors with alluvial tin deposits. Wade and party report deep shafts at California Creek yielding promising tin along the upstream railway line. Charlie Orttr renewed prospecting, hoping to revive the old mine and boost future output.

Gurrumbab California Reid Wade California Creek Fell Charlie Ortr Rty

Muddled Mine Report Notes Recovery and Shutdown

The report describes partial recovery of molybdenite from a 24 ton shipment, with about 100 pounds recovered and more ore awaiting processing. It notes a battery pump packing shortage causing uncrushed ore and a temporary shutdown for Christmas.

Fred. Reid Eas Kmas H

Sale of Apples and Daimler Car at Cairns Auction

The Cairns edition lists a sale of thirty eight cases of apples and sundries at 11 am by LG Hoare, auctioneer, plus a Daimler car to be sold by Messrs. A J Lodge at 11:30 am. Also announces a council meeting on Monday January 13 at 10:30 am and notes Dr Waite’s departure for America after resigning from the International Health Board, with Dr Lambert acting director in Australia. Wedding notices for Miss Lanner and Staff Major Wise and engagement of Lieutenant H J Armstrong to Miss Emily F Barnard are included.

Sachs Street Sheridan Street Sheridan Anders Normas Pat High Norman Draper Street C Woodward Lake Street Cairns C. LG. Hoare Daimler Car G. R. Mayers Daimler Messrs. A J Waite America Changsha Internatonal Health Board Lambert Australia Miss Lanner

Weather report notes heavy rainfall across Cairns region

The Weather Bureau logs heavy falls Friday in Cairns and southern sugar areas including Gordonvale Babinda Redlynch and Kuranda with totals ranging from 35 to 976 points. Mareeba reports no rain while Atherton Herberton Folwa Tumoukin Peeraroon and others have no reports. December rainfall totals up to 68 points at Pacer's Camp, with strong southeasterly winds and potential early gale or cyclonic conditions on the Tableland. Pasture growth is rapid and supplies have doubled recently.

Cairns Gordonvale Balanda Redlynch Babinda Kuranda Malanda Yungaburra Mareeba Atherton Herberton Folwa Tumoukin Peeraroon Alara Aloomba

Weather notes track tropical disturbances off northeast Australia

Meteorological reports show a tropical disturbance near Cape York Peninsula moving northeast away from Innisfail. Unsettled showery weather spread to Hervey Bay with no gale winds, though intensification could occur any time. A second system over the western side brings heavy rain moving southward as watchers monitor indicators.

Brisbane Samsarai New Hebrides New Caledonia Cape York Peninsula G Am Innisfail Hervey Bay Sie

Weather bulletin details tropical disturbance sighted near Bowen

Brisbane January 4 The Weather Bureau at one o'clock tonight reports a tropical disturbance centered roughly northeast from Bowen moving southeastward. No signs of dangerous intensity are evident.

Brisbane Weather Bureau Bowen Tomight

Four men charged with drunkenness before Cairns PM

Charges against Dreen Patrick Kyam 56 Henry Walsh 26 William Carseley 56 and William Mahony 46 for drunkenness. Jast mamed also charged creating a disturbance. Bail was cotreated in each case.

Dreen Patrick Kyam Henry Walsh William Carseley William Mahony T. A. Ferry P.M Cairns Jastmamed

Heavy Rains Bring Relief Across Mackay District

Jan 3 Mackay reports splendid rains across the district. Farmers welcome the end of the long dry spell as rainfall totals pour in from Hatton 128, Netherdale 213, Sarina 213, Walkerston to Koumala and surrounding areas. Signs point to continued rainfall.

Mackay Hatton Coz Netherdale Gargett Koumala Sarina Walkerston

Mt Morgee GMC Closing Denied in Rockhampton

In Rockhampton on January, reports claim Copsecreat opened the tee closing drive of the Many Peaks mine. Moon Morgan mine previously supplied large ore quantities for flux. Rumors of ceasing Sprcations at Mouse Manges lack foundation, with no cessation at Many Peaks and only minor ore shipments since prior tests.

Rockhampton Many Peaks Moon Morgan Mouse Manges

Hall Yearly Report Reveals Surplus and Dividend Decision

The directors report total venue from all sources at £548 405 12 10 with expenditure including depreciation at £462 000 6 9, yielding a surplus for the year of £85 665 6 1. A dividend of £50 000 is set to be paid, leaving a balance carried forward of £135 rao 17 1.

Lime Id Co Beary Ectrose Tom Nest

Salglowing Monte Paid for Production Aide

A fragment notes a payment to Salglowing Monte for an aspect of production. The readable text is unclear on the exact role, amount, or date, but indicates a financial transaction tied to an audiovisual or stage project. Further details are unreadable.

Australian Stearmskios routes and sailing notes

Fragmented OCR lists sailing times and ports for Australian Stearmskios Cooma and Lass o Gowrie. Mentions Mourilyan Harbor Cardwell Lecinda Townsville and irregular times, including 5.21 pm and January dates, with lunar phases noted as First Quarter and Full Moon.

Australian Stearmskios, Limited Cooma Melbourne Fe -Aaghit Lass O' Gowrie Mourilyan Harbor Cardwell Lecinda Townsville Jeans Aporee Janeary Vannary Ilas Teriges

New Health Inspector Arrives in Cairns Replacement Named

Mr. Sanderson arrives as health inspector in Cairns replacing Mr. R A Wright who transfers to Townsville. Wright departs for Townsville this evening. Friday arrival was by the Cooma, with Mrs. Sanderson. Holiday shopping notes mention summer blouses and skirts for festive wear. Nearby Christmas season festivities referenced with fashion attractions at a local establishment.

Mr. Sanderson Cairns R. A. Wright Townsville Sanderson Cooma Wright Ieaves Imtecs

Proclaimed Commodities Prices Notify Retail Traders

The Commonwealth Prices Commissioner for Queensland proclaims new price lists for Proclaimed Commodities form B. Lists will be at post offices for distribution to retail traders and must be exhibited in shops under War Precautions Regulations 1916. Noncompliance may invite action under the regulation.

Commonwealth Prices Commissioner Queensland

State Finance Returns in Brisbane January 3

State revenue for December and six months ended December 31 shows growth over 1907 and 1917 figures. Monthly revenue rose by about £148,726, while six month revenue increased to £4,705,?g compared with the prior year. Income tax and bank tax show gains, with month and six month totals contrasted against last year. The six month excess of expenditure over revenue stands at £276,165, down from £371,709 previously.

Brisbane

Greenville Cure All Health Tonic Promises Quick Relief

An old newspaper item touts a health tonic sold by Green ville Kuritch claiming to aid digestion and relieve symptoms like gas and indigestion. It states that a morning dose offers instant relief for prickly heat and itchy skin conditions and lists a price of 1/6. The surrounding text shifts to a memorial note for Henry George Al, noting his death and succession by C C Muir, a hero who died in France. A Soldiers Rest and Recreation Home Fund is mentioned as receiving further donations from a New Year’s Eve event, with a note about the Daues KS League and an advertisement request.

Greenville Henry George Alyears Lasia C. C. Muir France Cairns Daues KS League

Cairns Sanitary Employees Arbitration Hearing Held

In Brisbane this morning the hearing on Cairns sanitary workers carters was before Mr Justice Naughton. The case sought to dispel the question of hookworm disease liability among workers. Mr Dunstan, general secretary of the A.W.U., appeared for the employees. Cairns representatives submitted a written note, but a writer’s statement was received from Cairns. The matter adjourned to obtain the Hex A cer opinion.

Brisbane Cairns Jus’ “ Naughton Dunstan A.W.U Ste

Rossville Notes Troubled Holidays and Wild Snake Dawn

Mer iparty at Helen Vale disrupts holiday plans with rain and travel woes. Bloomfield rain clouds roll over mountains as travelers brace for showers. Harris kills a large snake during a farm watch, a brush fire cautions locals, and a pair of men confront the reptile with a home shovel.

Helen Vale Duriny Bloomfield Rot Annan Secageee Mana China Harris Foo

Ipswich Colliery Explosion Claims Two Lives

A serious mine blast at Redbanks colliery in Ipswich early today trapped several workers. Rescue teams helped by ambulance and mines staff retrieved two bodies identified as W Evan Hawkins and another man. George Rossner was treated for shock and burns. Cause unknown.

Tpswich Borkplace Redbanks Ipswich Brgade and Mines Rescue Brigade Ren Eptem Evan W. Hawkins George Rossner

Disaste r claims two miners in old beam section accident

In a mine disaster two workers Rossner and Hawkins died while erecting a stopping to divert air from old workings. An explosion buried them under mullock as rescuers cleared tons of debris. Manager Doyle and deputy Dale arrived, workers extricated Hawkins and Evan, while Rossner’s body was recovered. Hawkins, 22, left a wife and child. Rossner left a wife and several children.

Rossner Kofer H. Doyle Dale Law Reneral Blackhe Colfieres Lod Hawkins Evan

New Year Honors List Across Regions

Lontion reports the New Year's honors include Colonel Colin Cashphell ey of the Treasury in KCMG. In New Zealand Warner Fraser Chief Commissioner of Railways and W R Norris Secretary of the Post Department. Victoria lists Frank Tate Director of Edmestion, Mertos King Resident Commissioner of New Hebrides.

Lontion Colin Cashphelley The Treasury New Island Warner Fraser New Low Wales W.R Norris Post Department New Zealand Frank Tate Edmestion Victoria Mertos King New Hebrides

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