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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1923
Page
4
An eclectic eski advertisement markets levers and performers with grand claims. It promotes ARCHBOLD for sale, a dairy farm of 105 acres freehold in Evelyn Tableland with well-watered paddocks, four-room house, and proximity to a main road and school. Terms by Avory A. Bemsley.
An array of arrivals lists numerous individuals and families with children, including Roberts, Watson, Doyle, Martin, and others, with many unreadable spellings. The text also records a marriage, Brickhill and Calrene, at the Methodists Church on December 11 1922, officiated by Rev Mol. Frederick, noting familial connections in Calran and Murvalle.
Mr and Mrs E P Hague express sincere gratitude to Ba Kaan Marron Joneph Slater Connelly and the Herberton District Hox yal to Tedlie for their sympathy and tributes shown during their recent bereavement.
Dearly beloved Mia Hagve aged? passes away December day at 3 am. She is the only son of Mr Hagve of Ravenshoe. (Note: OCR fragment).
The article surveys Lloyd George's critique of military armament and preparedness in Europe post Great War. It notes his focus on armaments and fleet, with references to the Dardanelles crisis and Smyrna, and comments on Britain's and France's military capabilities and the balance of power.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Allied officers guarding against clandestine reparations while noting figures for Murcia's standing army, Kiel Treaty value, and the Great War lessons. Also includes an advertisement: Cottage for Sale by J. Draper Ltd and weather notes from Herberton and Watsonville. Several garbled phrases and sale pitches appear.
Reports list elected members of the Wi Herbertots entertainment committee and a drawing for a Joh high society event. Dissolution of the saddleers partnership T Myrne and HM Hoole continues as Mr Byrne takes over. Also mentions Masonic Choir practice, a town choir note, and Kelly's Summer Sale promotions with bargain lines and sustained value.
A Mareeba notice discusses erecting posts along several streets to deter wandering and guide pedestrians at night. The proposed fix is to paint posts white to overcome visibility problems for those in delicate health, noting current darkness and insufficient lighting.
A confused report details ongoing mining fears in the Valley of Arka, with fires, equipment failures, and safety concerns at a plant near the 600 feet level. It notes recent water issues, ore extraction attempts, and warnings of dangerous conditions as workers assess the stability of machinery and operations. Community events include a fire brigade effort, a charity gathering at the Shire hall, and funeral notices, while local society discusses Women’s Auxiliary activities and district meetings.
Melbourne January 7 reports emphasize Mr Hughes plan to address the Sydney poll in North Sydney. Hughes flew from Melbourne yesterday and is expected back by Thursday or Friday. His return timing aims to align with party cabinet representation and upcoming electoral steps.
A garbled report outlines peace overtures attributed to De Valera supporters promising cessation of hostilities, release of prisoners, and political amnesty. It mentions republican arms, censorship abolition, and electoral participation under a Free State framework with a May election.
A reader voices frustration with Cairne's post office service arguing earlier sorting and arrival times should improve. The letter laments late morning mail handling and urges better facilities and management to support local business and daily life.
A funeral notice reports the early Wednesday death of Chawing Hayne, aged four, in Herberton. The boy, son of Edwin Hayne, was a native Ravenshoe resident, educated at Ravenshoe Grammar School, and joined his father in the family taxi business. Burial attended by relatives from Ravenshoe, Atherton, and surrounding districts. The Rev R Thomas conducted the service. wreaths came from Atherton, Ravenshoe, and nearby towns.
An account describes a chaotic scene aboard a train near Gardanvale where a farmer and a mob of bystanders react to a mother with many children. The crowd confronts delays amid confusion, with passengers forced to navigate crowded platforms as officials try to restore order and resume travel.
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