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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jan 08, 1926

Page

6

Smiths and Families Depart for Southbound Visit

The local community records multiple departures and arrivals as Mra M. c Smith and relatives head south with plans to visit relatives. Mr and Mrs W. R. Hollett attend, while Martyn rests, and Walter N. hol travels with family. O'Brien of Cooktown and Mrs D of Cooktown stay at Strand Hotel after arrival by Masnetu, with others lodging at various hotels nearby.

M. c Smith Yungaberra W. R. Hollett Martyn Tie Matt Walter Ni Hol W. R. de. O'Brien Cooktown Strand Hotel Ee Paren Biri Lake Marecha Manel Mee Es-M.la Prides's Ellis Malanda Clarke A Wyer

BUNCHY TOP MENACE. A BUPFER AREA. Lilley found

In a fragmented report, authorities note a disturbance near Lilley with suspects Grosek and Long involved. Street shields and a ton of items are mentioned, with unclear details about location and parties.

Authorized Surveyors and Town Pine Cairns Notice

Fragmentary OCR note lists surveyors and addresses in Cairns with scattered names and an unclear contact box. No clear event, date, or outcome is readable.

Pine- Lake-Street Cairns P.O

Carina Tropical Theatre Presents Southern Love and Pirate Tale

A double feature at the Tropical Theatre tonight showcases Southern Love a tempestuous romance of love and hate with a wealthy patron and a college girl. A pirate treasure island scene unfolds as mistaken marriage and identity drive the plot toward a dramatic finale. Strong supporting acts and Professor Chandler's Orchestra complete the bill.

Tropical Theatre J. C Williamein Vod Friemd Wien College Toin Kidd Wiele Tom Betty Professor Chandler Palace

Deadwood Coach at Palace Theatr: Orphan Pursuit Ends Dramatically

Tom Mix draws crowds for Deadwood Coach as management reshuffles the final programme. The Orphan, a feared outlaw, is pursued by Sheriff Sheikis and a chasing group through Indian country, ending in a dramatic trap. Also advertised are Two feature films including Empty Hearts with Lillian Rich and Love and Glory, plus Kipling verse and a double star presentation with Leatrice Joy and others.

Tom Mix Palace Tex Wihor Shiekis Staris Brag Paramount Lillian Rich Fer Hos —Ae Towmorrow Ian Kipling Danny Leatrice Joy Nita Naldi Eselle Favlor Ames Ayres Heodore Roberts Rod la Rocque Richard Dix

Wedding at St John’s Cairns for Miss Lucy Ernestine Blackmore

Lucy Ernestine Blackmore wed William Inkbell at St John’s Cairns in a ceremony described as elegant. Bridesmaids Rita and Lyndthy Blackmore wore shell pink georgette frocks. reception hosted at the bride’s parents with formal attire and floral arrangements.

St John's Church Cairns Lucy Kernestine Mes EK. Blackimoore William Inkbell Rita Liondthy Wackmore Traimm Georgette Carey Fire Brigne

Enthusiastic Crowd Attends Premiere at Beatlie's Pictures

A large audience greeted the first screening of a new educational film at Beatlie's Pictures in Gordonvale. The feature Old Bevot dazzled viewers with vibrant colors and elaborate costumes, its chariots and pal sea scenes drawing praise for its educational appeal.

Beatlie’s Pictures Gordonvale Pal Sea

Nelson Declared Elected for Northern Territory Seat

Melbourne reports the Chief Electoral Officer announced Mr. Nelson elected to the Northern Territory seat in the House of Representatives. With Parliament to convene on Wednesday, Hone will be complete.

Melbourne Nelson Northern Territory House of Representatives

Miners Split Christmas Pay At Aberdare Cessnock

In Sydney dated January 7 a pair of Aberdare Ex tended Cessnock miners will share Christmas pay of £58 10s for a fortnight equating to about £40 weekly. Last fortnight they earned £104 total about £25 a week each. six months’ pay never dropped below £18 per week each. The note suggests Cessnock miners may face a short fortnight.

Sydney Aberdare Cessnock

Aboriginal MacDonald Arrested Over Brewarrina Youth Murder

Telegram to Sydney Police says Aboriginal man MacDonald was arrested aboard the shearers’ boat Cowingle Stopian. Authorities in Brewarrina plan to move him to Mie Warrring for further inquiry into the alleged murder of a local youth.

Sydney Dan MacDonald Brewarrina Miewarring

British Trade Victory Noted Amid American Complaints

Washington January 7. Commerce Committee hearing described British tariff policy as a victory in international trade. Witnesses warned retaliatory price controls could widen the crisis, detailing effects on cotton, coffee, tea, and other raw materials and stressing risks to U S and allied economies.

Oh Dlomwer Elouse Low Porkinien United States

Butter Price Rises Amid Paterson Stabilisation Plan

Melbourne reports wholesale butter up to 25 shillings per cwt with a new retail rate of 28 shillings per cwt following the Paterson stabilisation plan starting January 1. Traders withheld letters awaiting anticipated UK price changes, fearing market manipulation and aiming to secure profits before retailers and producers adjust to the scheme.

Melbourne Paterson Ptr Australia Oper Dlair Dat London Res Eeivedl Bn Taluery and Co. Led Loenlen Odfier Einec

Beach life saving praised by Queensland council leaders

A letter from the secretary of the Royal Life Saving Society branch commends beach patrols and donations across Queensland towns Kirra Maroochydore Alexandra Headland Mooloolaba and more. It cites reduced fatalities when beaches are patrolled and urges continued support and teaching swimming and lifesaving to children.

al OB Cars Royal Life Saving Soewly F. C. Veanig Caters Vnal Ifse Wauirk Ceael Sid Diggings Kirra Marovelydore Alexandra Hieadland Muwloolaba Vtc Amahulune Room Voluntery Lees Mareachs Brisbane Melbourne Sydney St. Kella Manly Council Manly Tam Queensland Mackay Proserpins Cairns Fife Widl Istrnet Shen

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