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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1920
Page
8
Park area divisions and local notes to read as a civic update. Names and specific places are unclear but indicate a municipal or community planning item. The text references Demet and Vine Deo in uncertain roles, with fragmented event clues.
South Australia were bowled out for 240 in their second innings as New South Wales posted 402 in their first innings and then won by a decisive margin. Bowler Eves took key early wickets and O’Keefe claimed two for seven as NSW dominated throughout the day.
Unsteady winds and uncertain currents marred a Sunday sailing race for A J Drapery Lumphyst. Daisy, Neck trees, and Volant led early in shifting conditions ranging from easterly to northerly headwinds. Osprey and J M H gained as boats jockeyed to the mark, with Sylvania and Romarene close behind as the fleet pressed to the final beacon.
Heat and low attendance marked weekend ice games as twenty four players competed in three rinks. Wins by Dongiduon's and Bennett faced strong defenses with Draper and the Kanners Grammar squad sealing close margins. The Townsville match drew attention as Draper, Isbel, Lowrie and Kennett led steady showings while Scoring lists named numerous players and hours for future play posted.
The piece recounts a wet Boxing Day with rain and storms delaying events, mentions a large crowd at sports in Toles teeny pomasing, and notes no shelter or refreshments. It also references upcoming Atherton Butter Face Fete and tail-tag races, along with general schoolbook morale amid continued wet conditions and local chatter fading.
In a terse notice Swalsington stated United Seanes imported a notable tonnage of goods for the quarter, signaling a shift in trade flows. The data hints at Ferguson involvement though specifics remain unclear.
The Buninrone faced a second stoppage as waterside workers refused coke handling delaying the vessel’s movement. Crew planned to move cargo to Mackay Sydney and Chillagoe smelters while authorities eyed a swift resumption.
A damaged program review describes a feature titled Palace Pictures about a humble country girl drawn into a dangerous affair with a wealthy financier, and a second attraction, a Paramount feature Man on the Box. It mentions stars and a cast including Edward Martin, Charley Crags, and Gladys Kelly, with Nutcombe and Lord Dawlish as subplot figures.
The AXA Exhibition at the Mel- Bourse attracted public interest with notes on North renaland products. Director Mr. Quoching visited Cairat and coordinated with Ste Campbell to showcase pulp, Wegass fibre, and cotton from Chitese sources. Limited time allowed brief display of materials and notes.
Fragmented reports from a Sydney speech event discuss wartime economic links and aims for expanded markets. Speakers mention Australia seeking fresh buyers and Germany's wartime position, with emphasis on textile trade, postwar recovery, and potential commercial ties across nations.
A portrait of Alfred Dear as a gifted orator and political figure. The text praises his eloquence, leadership, and impact in politics, noting his rise to prominence and participation in parliamentary affairs.
The article analyzes living costs and price changes under Howe and Territory Campaign, noting declines of around ten percent in most areas except South Australia and Australia overall. It highlights regional differences, with New South Wales and Western regions showing varied price movements, and references government data and timeframes extending through July.
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