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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 07, 1921

Page

5

Burglars Active in Cairne Struck Sheridan Aplin Area

A police inquiry details attempted burglary at Mr. C Keble store at Sheridan and Aplin streets Cairns. Burglars damaged windows and door frame, aiming to enter the shop with a break in. The scene shows forced entry marks and a broken front glass as investigators examine the premises. An unrelated December fire at a local hotel and another store are noted in the same report.

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Striking Stewards Face Uncertain Labor Fate in Sydney

In Sydney a strike of stewards shows little prospect of settlement as union leaders report overseas offers and government resistance. The general secretary details a troubled labor scene with 230 union members still employed, while the federation and trades hall committees press for resolution amid political tension.

Sydney Monte Melbourne

Stranded in a tense dispute over land rights

A garbled report outlines a local land dispute involving residents Landon and others. The fragment mentions drainage and a court process, with unclear details about parties and actions.

Untitled fragment hints at economic panic and tourism decline

Fragmentary text references 300,000 pounds lean times and tourism, mentioning a big town and Christmas years as a backdrop for a war record and price concerns. The garbled lines obscure clear events or dates but imply financial strain and uncertain future for travelers and local commerce.

Victorian Shipowners Refuse Settlement Conference

A Victorian shipowners group rejects a settlement conference after secretaries and deputies discuss a work stoppage. Owners refuse any undertakings while workers resume labor and the deputy-chairman signals ongoing tension. The dispute centers on a plan to move toward a conference but no promise is given to arrange terms.

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Ambiguous OCR Notice Stirs Public Transit Commentary

Fragmented text discusses wage hours and public notices amid rail or transit concerns. It references protests, strikes, and government response with unclear attributions to several institutions and individuals, highlighting civic unease over labour actions and policy.

Weather warnings issued as storms threaten region

Officials warn of adverse conditions across the area with gusty winds and possible flooding. Citizens are advised to secure property, monitor advisories, and avoid travel during peak storm hours.

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Doe the Flame 2 Senisety Inferred Controversy

Irate readers protest a disputed motion in a local council meeting. The article notes heavy public interest and mentions unnamed officials and a heated debate over policy changes.

Ensores

Ballot on Transit Worker Payments Sparks Industrial Clash

The report outlines a disputed ballot regarding wage payments for railway workers and a sit down dispute. Officials note a strong sentiment for continuing the dispute and warn of possible arbitration outcomes.

Coal Shortage Cited as Industry Faces Reduced Output

Colliery owners complain of continued reductions in output and rising costs. Production per man fell from 55 percent to 40 in 1910, with expectations around 49 today. They blame deliberate miner actions and warn Australian demand will miss market requirements by about 4 million tons.

Local Authorities Elections Planned for July in Brisbane

Brisbane authorities announce July polls for local elections under the Local Authorities Return election law. Details on polling places and times were to be released shortly, with official notification expected to follow.

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Fragmentary note hints at a referendum or election count

Garbled text suggests references to a vote tally in a referendum or election context with scattered mentions of parties or names, but the readable content is too incomplete to identify people, places, dates, or organizers.

Irish Disorders Attack Police Injure Men

Fragmented report notes disturbances involving Irish groups attacking police, with several men injured. Text references local government, a meeting or conference, and military involvement amid tensions. Names and precise details are obscured by OCR errors.

Dominion Navies Rumors Stir American Interest

Rumors circulate about Dominion navy strength and possible actions affecting America. The reports describe unrest among Canadian forces and potential moves toward alliance or conflict, with scattered mentions of ships and strategic positions.

Farmers Riot Over Tobacco Prices Sparks Market Action

In Lexington Kentucky on January 6 amid scattered scenes in Nayville Louisville Carlisle and other towns farmers attacked buyers at sales of tobacco knive offers. Prices fell while farmers formed an independent market for crops, and retail tobacco prices were not materially lowered.

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Fragmented OCR Notice Describes Premises and Goods

Fragmentary text describes premises at Bure and Tanwooma with references to Christmas goods and a sale. Mentions a wife, Hardhires, and a valuation of a window traver at 4 pounds. Details are unclear due to garbled OCR.

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