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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 05, 1917
Page
4
Melbourne turf notes report the Mentone handicap for a mile with Onerme Ted taking victory by a length ahead of Canterbury and Duck Five. Race times posted 1 42, with Canterbury Deck and Greenock among strong finishers in a tense sprint past the line.
Albion Park crowds note the Fourthvision Handicap won by a half length with Mater Orebus ahead of Sebian Dampier and seven others. First Division Handicap won by Larry Molly by a length with Blase Sho and Say Not among placers. Second Division taken by Toule Lessee by three lengths. Third Division winner Parissene Lady by a length. Park Plate saw Walker's Mount victorious by five lengths with My Gatonnie and Lech Steel Lead behind. Park Parsee winner Donald Durham by a length ahead of Volante and Musket Ring. dividends listed for each race.
The first race at Gordenvale starts at 2 30 with departures by 1 20. Acceptances for most events are excellent, promising a strong showing in the Flying Handicap among Beech worth, Koy King, and My Fleece. If the weather stays fine, a real good race is anticipated.
The report hints at a close finish between Royal Actor Mad Jack and Beechworth in Cairns track with further strong showings from Beechworth Dr Hart Propstick Mad Jack and Miss Rusk in upcoming races. It notes tax impacts on gate prices at Gordemwale and outer gate and mentions low betting volume on Villiers Stakes and Carrington ante post. Abe Barrington’s son promoted to captain in France and Captain Darrington noted as a brilliant musician.
Fire on January 3 at Womdal Wondal broke out near Perkin's refreshment rooms just before 4 AM and quickly spread to H H Jones' joinery, D R Wilson's despatch rooms, H Baumit's chemical shop, and H H Repagnoni's auction rooms. A brick wall separated Mondure Hotel, and a bucket brigade from balcony and roof held the fire, preventing a larger disaster.
Premier confirms cabinet examined appointment of Major Cahill’s successor at a morning meeting. No announcement due until Executive Council acts. Rumor suggested Chief Inspector Urquhart as possible police commissioner, but no confirmation given.
Mr Hughes resumes duties as talks with Mr Cook continue over Liberal direct representation in the Cabinet. A second interview is planned to bridge gaps, with party divisions noted but unclear reception before a Liberal meeting is called.
Brisbane reports show revenue for December and six months rising sharply. Taxation and railway income diverge from prior year while total expenditure surpasses revenue by net of £287,652, with six month totals reaching £3,685,295 and monthly figures near £1.0 million.
Brisbane January report notes another caucus centre opening on Monday with most refreshment rooms seized by the department. Thirty three refreshment rooms were taken over, but control of the numerous small rooms still not assumed.
Four farmers in Helbeack Marsh have renewed notice to quit their occupations on Crown property. The 1000 acre marshland, noted as among the finest soil in the kingdom, will be divided into small holdings for disabled soldiers.
A Blackall reader in the Courier condemns union conduct during the current shearing dispute. He says he has long worked as a ceramist and blames unions for pushing demands beyond the Arbitration Court award. He claims pastoralists also threaten later gains and vows never to take a union ticket.
The Registrar of Joint Stock Companies filed registrations at the Supreme Court on Wednesday for the Marthe Frere Estates Ltd and W. J. White & Company Ltd. Marthe Frere Estates aims to acquire a Bellenden Ker sugar cane farm interest and operate as a sugar cane and general farming business in Cairns district. Capital £5600 in £1 shares. directors include George Russell Mayers and others. W. J. White & Company plans general merchandise and stock and station agency work in Charters Towers. capital small, with shares issued to W. J. White and listed partners.
Brisbane reports said the Government confronted a firm stance by the Legislative Council on the Income Tax Act Amendment Bill. Premier noted ministers discussed the bill’s failure to become law, leaving a shortfall of funds for soldiers' settlement and patriotic works, prompting potential tax measures and a Cabinet review of patriotic expenditure.
The obituary notes the death at Ryde Isle of Wight of Admiral Jellicoe’s son Captain John W H Jellicoe and mentions Lady Jellicoe, Sir Charles Caver, and the family’s naval connections. Died recently, with September cited for the event.
In Cairns Sunset Court on Thursday morning Ah Los, a one-armed man, faced Senior Sergeant Kenny on a charge of unlawful possession of opium. Attorney A J P MacDonnell pleaded guilty for Ah Los, who admitted pain from a mining accident. The opium was only scraps from a pipe and the defendant, a previous offender, sought clemency. The judge noted the small quantity and the defendant’s suffering.
Austral Pictures offers a children's night at the Austral with a three pence admission. The feature is Red Bird adapted from The Grip of Jealousy starring Louise Lovely, praised in reports. A British War Film and a strong supporting cast accompany a dramatic tale of Richard Barton, his wife Helen, and Howard whose schemes unfold in Australia. The programme runs nightly at half past seven with repeats for the last time before Saturday’s big change.
A drama titled The Fatal Finger, adapted from a game subject by William ux, promises a strong, simple story with wholesome romance and a dash of villainy. Prices listed at 1/9 1/5 and 6d with box plan open and an extra charge for additional seating.
The Presbyterian Church lists services for Sunday in Alersba and Aloamba with Mass at Aloamba next Sunday at 9 am. Times include 7.0 m, 1 S pm, 7.10 p.m, and morning Masses in Balta and Bebinda.
Latest music arriving every mail. Stocks of musical instruments and sundries on hand. Contract tunings arranged twice yearly at 7s 2d. Repairs extra. Box 24.
Miss Shambrook arrives by the Wodonga from the south yesterday. Nancy Pesce sails south by the Eastern. Mr A Grose at Li Street reports recent passengers from Fownsville by the Wodonga. Captain Butterworth appointed adjutant of an ANZAC battalion now in France. The late Lieutenant Algernon Cedric, son of the former Queensland police magistrate, killed in France. Alison Greene of Wynnum learns Mr J Greene on the Western Front awarded the Military Medal. Peterborough and Broadlands families share sad news of bereavement. Recruiting and front-line service updates feature alongside local business notices and new shipping cables.
The Russian submarine Tyulen captured the Turkish transport Rodosto in the Black Sea after a one hour duel near Kefken. Rodosto’s heavy guns replied as fires spread and steering gear failed. Tyulen rescued some crew, including Rodosto’s German captain and chief engineer, then towed the burning ship to Sevastopol after hours of strenuous work. The Tsar awarded Commander Kittizin for his role. The report also notes a Cairns gas buoy overhaul and a new Babinda boot store offering a wide stock and cash terms.
Reports from the southern lines show the Berdekin crossing damaged and two routes blocked, with Townsville central office handling 180 messages amid disrupted southbound traffic. The Northern Herald promotes Cairns intertown photos and other subjects as it begins the New Year, while medical claims tout Dr Sheldon’s cough and cold remedy and plumbing advice warns on home maintenance.
A Cairns Post notice credits Lance Fallan as publisher via Limited Coomenal Printing at Abbott Street Cairns North Queensland. The item outlines publication details and attribution for the local news record.
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