Shipping schedule details for Townsville and beyond
Shipping notices outline weekly routes with Kuranda leaving Tuesday midnight for Port Douglas and Cooktown then returning Thursday. ACLSON and pgteamers service various ports including Townsville Bowen Mackay Bris bane Sydney Melbourne with multiple day hops and returns. Other vessels like Moorilyan Lass o Gowrie and Taiyuan with Changsha routes are listed along with February departures.
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Kuranda
Townsville
Port Douglas
Cookboen
Aclson
Pgteamers
Causa
Bowen
Mackay
Bristane
Sydney
Melbourne
Britane
Callns
Bowen and
Reachiyg
Brsbane
Mort Alea
Brisbane
Hnabane
Townsvilie
Cooktown
Lass o'Gowrie Annes
Ava
Mining Quotations Report From Abbott Street Shares
Mining quotations list prices for Carella Hampden Mungana St Andrew Tyrconnell and Tyrconnell North with various bid asks and yields. Mentions Palmer Gold Mines and Bowen River Coal plus Leisner Wolfram Block and Palace Pictures in a compact broker’s note rounded to shillings and pence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. H. Clarke
Sharebrokes
Abbott Street
Carella
Og Chillagor
Spd
Hampden
Cuthbert
Big
Pal Mungana
St. Manco
Boas Wi
St Andrew
Paids
Tommy Burns
Vulcan
Almore
Lode Hill
Mt Morgan
Hill End Amal
Kalamadan
Mareeba
Tyrconnell
Tyrconnel North
Sad
Sar
Palmer Gold Mines, Ltd
Thompson
Leisner
Wolfram Block
Bowen River Coal, & Bgo
Bowen Coal and Coke Co, Ltd
Bais da
Towers Share Market. Ch Towers January 10.
Fragmented OCR listing appears to track shares and prices with numerous abbreviations and unclear names. It mentions buyers and paid entries, several unidentified tickers, and dated marks resembling a stock or market report from a historical financial page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
CH. Towers
Brillient
Mick
Aya
Cink
Crosem
Aly
Papeany
Victory
Coreis
SE Andrew's
St. Marg
Vulpan
Vulcan Mine Operation Report by Manager James Brodie
The Vulcan Mine notes January 7 report by manager James Brodie describing timbering at 22 feet below the tumbled area, retimbering above tunnel level for safety, and potential ore yield once operations resume. It records stope conditions at 550 feet, 6yo feet drive, and rising levels with varying ore quality, plus planned drives and extensions toward the Goo feet level, with 720 feet referenced.
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James Brodie
SLEETINGS AND FABRICS PRICE LIST UPDATE
The text lists varied textile items including Pure White Twill Sheeting in multiple sizes, All Pure Linen and Snow White Calico, Madapolam fabrics, Damask in several widths, Serviettes, Tea Towelling, Glass Cloth, Towels in brown and white with sizes and prices noted. A mining note references ore in other mine parts and ore treatment at Christ mine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Odin
Bis
Etech Hurmabeck
Royal Mathews Marriage Announcement From 1916
In 1916 Rev H Femmy performs the marriage of Horace real and Elizabeth Fence, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Ellly Matthews. The notice lists lunar phases and times for January.
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Royal—Matthers
Recruiting boom signals brighter future for volunteers
The piece notes a distinct boom in recruiting with committees expanding their work under a new scheme. It suggests enlistment will rise after holidays and mentions the evacuation of Aurec as a factor boosting morale for Australians and intending soldiers. It affirms strong confidence in the Entente amid wary German prospects.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ihmmedutte
Aurec
France
Russia
Entente
Daily Telegraph
New York
Entente Strength Rises While German Offense Recedes
A lecture notes the Allies gaining momentum on the western front over the past year and predicts continued Allied resilience. It contrasts Germanys dominance with the renewed Allied power and warns German sympathizers about looming Entente strength. Local baronial store news announces fresh stock and upcoming musical event with a band rehearsal at 7 30 PM.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Germany
Austria
Western Front
Balkans
Europe
Serbia
Britain
Soldiers defend right to express views on major issues
The text argues soldiers, with real combat experience, should retain the right to speak on important political questions. It claims about ninety percent support conscription and rejects the notion that military service forces silence, noting soldiers have faced militarism directly and must not lose their political voice.
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Simece
Mot
Vital Statistics from Cairns Birth Totals
Birth records from Cairns show 18 males and 14 females born in the period. The data includes mixed gender counts and notes on infant outcomes.
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Cairns
Starr Bowkett Building Society Receipts Update
At the Cairns Starr Bowkett Building Society on Saturday last the receipts totalled Bo 25 3d. Messrs. F. G Locke and G. Bremner are the directors to be in attendance next.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns Starr Bowkett Building Society
F. G Locke
G. Bremner
Dairy Herd Sale at Peeramon Promises Picked Lot
On Saturday the 29th at noon Messrs Harding and Wright will sell the whole of Mr G M Rebs high class dairy herd at Peeramon. The herd may be inspected prior to sale at Mr Reid's farm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Messrs Harding and Wright
Peeramon
G. M. Rebs
Mr. Reid
Case Dismissed in Cairns Police Court
George Henry Chatfield faced charges of unlawful presence on the Tramway Hotel premises and attempting to break the Liquor Act. The magistrate Mr A B Gibson granted him the benefit of the doubt and dismissed the case.
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Cairns
A. B. Gibson
P.M
George Henry Chatfield
Tramway Hotel
Advance Re Corced Tropolax Popular in North Queensland
Public appreciation rises for Collins tropolax, touted as a tropical remedy for malarial, coastal, dengue and allied fevers. The product gains familiarity in medicine cabinets across Cairns and North Queensland, New Guinea, and the Wests.
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Collins
Queensland
New Guinea
Typical remark sparks clash at Brisbane Trades Hall
A Brisbane Trades Hall gathering last August drew sharp criticism as a claim circulated praising a brother linked to a frost incident. The dispute centers on alleged credit for a listing and persistent accusations of brawling and contempt within pacifist ranks.
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Brisbane
Labour Press Attacks Compulsory Service Rants
The Australian Worker voices opposition to conscription, arguing volunteers are insufficient to sustain the war and criticizing forcing men to fight for others. It questions the justice of compelling service and notes workers preferring quieter lives over battle.
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C.W.R
War coins cards arrive in Cairns by Sunday mail
A number of war coins cards arrived in Cairns by Sunday’s mail but they are not issued by the Receeit ing Committee or the Defence Department. They cannot be filled in and sent either to the local recruiting sub-committees or authorities.
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Cairns
Defence Department
Weather books take center stage again in forecast year
Weather journals and almanacs reassert value as forecasters rely on long standing ledgers amid evolving climate concepts. Experts note renewed interest from historians and climatologists in traditional seasonal guidance and data records.
Mystery Drama Sparks Interest in Local Theaters
In a bustling month for stage, Cairns Pictures presents a melodrama featuring Hargreaves and a desertion tale of a young woman drawn into intrigue. The production centers on the Countess, glamour and peril in a plot promising arresting scenes and stylish costuming.
Austral Theatre Presents New Change Tonight
The Austral Theatre shows a bright pleasing variety with a complete change of program tonight. Audiences can expect intense entertainment and steady attention from start to finish at this popular amusement venue.
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Austral Theatre
Cold Tablets Promise Fast Cold Cure
An advertisement touts Cold Tablets as the quickest way to cure a cold by starting treatment at the onset of symptoms. The copy emphasizes rapid relief and early intervention with the product.
Sandbag Event Brings Aid to Cairns Red Cross
The Hon secretary Miss Draper reminds the public of a sandbag event at Mrs. A. B. Ginees residence, 7.40 tonight. The Cairns Red Cross uses the appeal to gather sand bags for relief efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns Red Cross
Miss Draper
A. B. Ginees
Unclear seeds consignment reported by chemist
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a consign ment of New Seasons Seeds in the care of Romrt Uralg, a chemist. It mentions cow peas and Mauritius beans, green manuring seeds, and notes scarcity and procurement issues.
Herbertown Girls School Opens Under Church Patronage
Many parents seek a healthy climate for daughters and will welcome a new boarding school for girls in Har Berton. Opening in February, the English principal with university training and Paris study will emphasize French accent and art, aiming to offer a less costly option than distant finishing colleges.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Church of England
Har Berton
London School of Arts
Paris
Perfection Tooth Powder Promoted by Craig in Cairns
Craig claims Perfection Tooth Powder cleans and polishes teeth and provides antiseptic, odor reducing breath care. Sold in tin bottles for 1 shilling posted 1 shilling 5 pence. Robert Craig, Vice Regal Chemist, Cairns.
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Craig
Als
Robert Craig
Cairns
American Impression on War Endurance Report
Horace Orem American correspondent notes changes in German sentiment since early war days. He cites shifting views on the war’s duration, from “Germany will win” to widespread speculation about how long the conflict will last. The piece reflects evolving attitudes as observers gauge war weariness and possible outcomes.
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Sinrs
Horace Orem
Berlis
Cermiane
Germany
Lyd
Palace Theatre Review Highlights The Weller Mark
The Palace Theatre features The Weller Mark praised for acting and stage presence. Herbert Warwick is lauded as the most handsome actor, Barbra Tennant portrays Alice, and the romance with Jim drives the plot. The show includes 5000 feet of action and Magey’s Orchestra with seating at thePoles Ca.
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Weller
Ates
O Gamera
Hebert Warwick
Dheb
Sip
Fey
Jim
Alles
Alice
Barbera Tennant
Mg Dhangs
Ebls
Magey
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Burns, Philp, & Co., Limited
Wyreema
Morinda
Cumea
Marina
Adelaide Company, Limited
Fearnley and Co
Taiyuan
Hong Kong
Changsha
Palace Pictures
Caums Pictures
Towers Share Market
Vulcan Mine
Abijam Burbay
Gelleiter and Matary Public
Gpence Street
Caimes
Rele
J. & P. Pease
MacKay & Co
Ail
Madapolam
Baia
Resk Feld Madepolam
Sgte
Horreckess
Madapolem
Rena
Waite Turk Towels
Turc
Turk Towels
Brown Turk
Brown Turk Towels
GEO
Thos. Ainsbury
Guarin
Jax
Laster
the Post
Owen Whittick
Annie
P.O. Box Fl
Gee
Postagy
Mulgrave Steabache Core
Robt
Vieg
Phow
Baronda
A. M. Wosldell
Vital Statistics
Starr Bowkett Society
THE
Labour Press and Compulsory Service
Cakua
Msquitves 1
Ged Barssif
Marge ‘Rit Seow
Mavaal
Thew Austral Pictures
Clarion Cali
Herberton Girls’ School
Palace Theatre
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