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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 06, 1916

Page

3

Weather warnings warn of tropical disturbances near Cairns

The Commonwealth meteorologist notes yearly warnings for tropical cyclones along the tropical coast. Readings from 3 pm show varied coastal temperatures and winds. A system of special reports and exchange between ports aids public notice, with cautious accuracy due to data gaps north-east of Queensland.

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Land for Selection Opens in 1915 in Brisbane

The land for selection in 1915 totals 10,719,509 acres with 6,970,403 acres in the pastoral area. It lists grazing selections at 7,115,964 acres for 1914 and 7,314,303 hectares selected in the 1915 process. The annual rental totals 16,330 and gross rental 6,006,280 for the year 1914.

Brisbane H.m Pear

Bank of New South Wales Resumes Duties In Cosktown

J. J. E. Sours departed Merwilyan on Thursday morning for Cosktown to resume duties at the Bank of New South Wales.

J. J. E. Sours Cosktown Bank of New

Auctioneers listing offers cottages and farm implements

A fragmented auction notice lists cottages on freehold land with two good tenants and a five room house with verandah, water and convenient access. It mentions a Victor piano and a 160 acre farm with horse gear, fencing, and stock potential, plus reference to land sections and Sheridan property details.

Freere Borman Park Secre Lend Cofmer Ing Board Ee Dweil

Melbourne Incident Sparks Arrest After Altercation at Collins Street

In Collins Street yesterday a tense confrontation led to charges against Chinn, then head of the engineering Works at a Western Valley facility. Fowler restrained him amid a crowd as Chinn struck, leaving a minor abrasion and prompting police pursuit. constables attempted to arrest, but the scene devolved with uncertain further action.

Melbote Jonmary Collins Street Pewier Henrry Chinn Auittonion Fewkr Ted Come Chinn Fowler Chim Fowler China Chire Ching Thawche Chien Eskel Mom

Mactaggarts Report From Brisbane Market

Market notes from Brisbane report mixed cattle sales with demand steady at best of last week. Prices shown for merino and bullocks indicate modest gains while several lots described with names and firms reflect active trading.

Brisbane Jesuery Bregers Valas Mactaggarts Exuerthy Mellor Devedals

Foot of Stranger Found Near Hobart

Two boys playing on Godfrey’s farm at Hobart found a foot bone remains likely from a man missing months ago. The discovery prompted authorities to notify Stanley and Appleby about the suspected grave, with local residents consoled by the finding.

Hobart Godfrey Mar Stanley Stanley

Public Service Exam Considerations in Brisbane

The Attorneys General and Mr Ryan discuss a plan to examine candidates for public service posts including Police Magistrate and Clerk of Petty Sessions. The movement aims to qualify suitable individuals for these positions through a formal examination system in Brisbane.

Brisbanf Geerrol Ryan Olek Prity Sestions

Report on His Arisenk Wet Salt Weight Rules

A fragment reports restrictions on items weighing 4508 units and over in wet or salt conditions and 25 tte weight and over in sand dry hide, noting such weights will not be permitted to a distinctice.

Panacea for all stomach troubles advertised

An old advertisement promotes Dr Sheldon’s Digestive Tabula with claims to fix stomach issues. The item promises relief from indigestion by matching foods to needs. Pricing listed as 1/6 and 2/0 per te with vendor names unclear due to damaged text.

London Directory Pullshed Answers

Fragmented entry from a London directory notes merchants and dealers connected to exports and ports. It mentions communication networks, freight, and shipping terms, with several garbled phrases obscuring precise details. The readable items indicate a listing of export merchants and port connections.

London Fenton Ani Exsport Coods Serre Bersiga Mgristenthey Eccaneid

Turmoil at rally as German sympathy sparks clash

Civilians boo and shouts erupt as a crowd confronts soldiers. A young woman in the hall sings amid chaos while police and militia restore order after insults about Germany and conscription, prompting charged exchanges with protesters and counter chants from the audience.

Towneville Turf Club Names February Programme Funds

Sporting Townsville reports the Towneville Turf Club plans to issue 150 programmes for February. The club made a profit of 220 from last Saturday's meeting. Tattersall's Club earned 100 from Monday's meeting. A race is set for February 12 with 135 programmes.

Townsville Januery Towneville Turf Club Tattersall’s Club

Occidental clash sparks weekend fixtures and lineups

The card lists teams and players for Saturday matches. Occidentals face Carlitos C.C. with a roster including Movers Mane Carter Thompson Lofty Anderecn Lycos Varley Howitt Tracey Dumay Ma Mea Gelling Emergreey F A Andersen. The opposing lineup features Barett Tilfee Hall Lewy Lew ron Lemeos Moore Mc Quillen Poses Wilws Wilasa Peas and E Barke.

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Richmond Meeting Sparks Row as Police Quell Disturbance

Report of a chaotic Richmond meeting where Miss Adela Pankhurst spoke amid loud opposition. About 30 soldiers and police kept order as bottles and glassware shattered, with several spectators removed and a few injuries noted.

Adela Pankhurst Richmond Currucan Australia Cam Theta

Trade union passion mocks a public speech in London

A fragmented account describes a British public meeting where speakers backed trade union rights and free speech amid crowd opposition. Attendees jeered, some shouted insults, yet a call for listening followed by cheers for the unionist cause emerged, with later remarks noting outrage and political tension. Official notices mention suppliers and addresses in London.

Remedies for Dysentery and Diarrhea Cited

The article warns that diarrhoeal illness is deadly and strikes all ages, urging use of Comberlain’s Cole and Dietertics Remedy as a reliable preventive medicine. It notes mortality from lack of proper treatment and promotes the product as pleasant to take, sold by chemists and storekeepers.

Conmberlain

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