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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1915
Page
2
A garbled historical listing describes various mosquito nets and testers with by the yard and depth measures. It mentions price points like 12/0 and 19/11, plus different types of testers and quality notes.
A fragmented 1910s style page includes a cane farm of 15 acres for sale and various local notices. Mentions F Bennett of Bennett and Bennetts dentists resuming practice, a Cairns Ambulance Brigade activity summary, Cairns Police Court fines, and assorted advertisements and moral commentary. The text blends business, crime, health ads, and wartime era travel shipping notes with several names and places.
A fragment reports blacs at pte anto under Cairns police surveillance with bows said to come from Yarrabown. Mise Draper, secretary of the Red Cross Society, notes funds received toward the society’s fund. Mrs Draper reports Belgian Children’s Fund donations including £1 7s 0d from Mr Molloe and other contributions.
Town rumor circulated Tuesday about Mr T Tesglaak a respected Chillages resident long active in local business. Alleged events describe women subjected to stripping and harassment by masked men, with obscene comments directed at victims as authorities investigate possible links to a wider unrest involving refugees.
Local farmers and residents discuss the Freshwater sugar mill proposal. The Sugar Commission previously ranked Freshwater fourth among sites. Cairns and district leaders seek government backing, with Mr Earl’s Brisbane visit to secure a decisive pledge for funding and construction. If approved, the mill would boost permanent cultivation and local industry amid wartime constraints.
A Cairns Caledosians special meeting is announced to be held tomorrow at the Presbyterian Mall Sheridan Street at a specified time. A General Store opening is advertised by Mr Waddell at Habirda offering goods at Bedrock. Auctions include 10 head of cattle, a saddle horse and a four year old stallion in Irvine Bells yards at 2 p.m.
Report notes many locals of Germanic origin in Laxerurg now speak French to display disapproval of German rule. Observers say Alsace has endured occupation for decades under a king’s reign. The text implies strong anti-German sentiment and predicts growing resentment toward German authority.
An itchy scalps solution is promoted using Craig's Shampoy Granules followed by Bay Rum Bitter-Apple and Cantharides. The ad claims rapid relief from dandruff and congested scalp conditions caused by perspiration, urging readers to purchase from H Craig, Pure Drug Chemist, Cairns.
A Cairns Harbour Board meeting chaired by Mr W J Mayors considered a letter from the Cairns Fire Brigade Board about rubbish on the wharves. It was decided to notify the Adelaide Co regarding removal and to adjourn the master’s terms until the contract claim details are settled.
A fragment notes direct telephone links bypassing war offices to General French, enabling battlefield messages to reach him almost instantly. It contrasts the immediacy with sending from Glasgow to London and even from the War Office, suggesting modern systems reduce delays.
The article outlines German dreadnought submarine dimensions surface displacement 739 metric tons submerged 19 tons, flotation 3 percent, surface speed 28 knots, submerged 10 knots, oil motors 4900 hp on twin screws. It compares them to British invulnerables noting unknown full details but states British subs approximate 1800 tons and armed with two 1 caliber guns plus other Pelo equipment.
The Austral Pictures will open tomorrow at the old Palace Theatre after thorough renovations for the occasion. Tonight’s opening is postponed to complete alterations. Management promises comfortable seating and arrangements for patrons in the crowded building.
W T Chamberlain of Herberton wins the Berberton State School to Townsville Grammar School path to the University scholarship. He passed the Inner and Senior examinations in 1911 12 and 2011 earning praise for cricket and football. Also notes war illustrations and local society events.
At the New Palace Theatre a six night vaudeville season begins featuring Levante and Abel Julgre. Levante performs in a spiritual style with rapid on stage production of requested subjects. Lionel Alridge presents a spectacular subject in a lively display.
Fragmentary notice reports cancellation of a sale and a vehicle auction associated with Mr GO Williams. The ad, credited to J Ureported, suggests a postponement or withdrawal of the advertised sale.
At a Tuesday meeting Alderman Mord reported finding a council horse in poor condition after a claim of cruelty. The council voted to advertise for two horses and offer a reward for the missing animal reported in the Mediynch district.
At Cairns Town Council the Inspector was tasked to check several premises storing oil beyond the 130 gallon limit. Alderman Brown pressed for enforcement, warning of danger from large oil stores, with the mayor confirming the law. Notices will be issued demanding compliance within the set time, or further action will follow.
At a Cairns Town meeting Ald. Aaral Gillis claimed many residents refused to fund the Cairns Band as troops left for the front. Critics urged honoring bandsmen while others questioned the lack of local donations and the band’s venue choices amid wartime duties.
Readable fragments indicate weather conditions in Cairns end district on Tuesday with barometer readings suggesting lingering night conditions and a possible low visibility or unsettled atmosphere.
A garbled wartime passage reflects mixed emotions about national belonging and freedom. The speaker voices concern over ongoing conflict and the desire for victory, while acknowledging suffering and the burden of duty. The sense of collective resilience remains central amid a troubled moment.
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