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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 15, 1931
Page
7
Nee Shwe records eight moon phases observed this evening, noting subtle changes in illumination and shadow. The brief note highlights the progression through quarters and a brief mention of the sky's clarity.
Fragmentary OCR lists merchants, dates, and places with scattered names such as The Mallating, Port Fremasch, The Ashberam, and December references. It reads like a dated ledger of commerce, listings of individuals and locations with vague monetary and event notes.
Fragmented OCR text depicts a transit page with names and places such as CambERRA and Canberra passengers, various clerks and offices, and references to routes, timings, and prices. It mentions centers like Heath and Centre Parduitm CA, with scattered proper nouns suggesting schedules and ticket details amid garbled lines.
Fragmentary OCR records indicate a vehicle overturn incident near Sam Tey involving an elderly male passenger. Details are sparse but authorities report a fatal outcome and ongoing investigation as the scene is processed.
The London Metal Market report covers copper lead and silver for the week ending December 2. Prices quoted include copper around 281/8, with various late quotations and settlement figures listed for different dates and grades.
Fragmentary report outlines pricing and market notes for metal trades, referencing EMT and EMMETT sectors with mentions of Legatise Ldtaizin and Silver Veble. Provides terse financial context and regional market activity without full details.
Fragmentary report notes maize pricing and market conditions with weak demand and recorded sales figures. It references Libsernye from A/6 to $/ and local caper chaff offered for fines, with prices and weights indicated in scattered figures.
A garbled OCR passage describes a bust of speed limit enforcement and a traffic incident. It mentions a court, a driver, and a field crossing near a valley, with unclear place names and dates, making specifics hard to determine.
At St Mark's Ghurch Point Sydney on December 28 19M Roberg Andrew and Duicie Winifred wed. At Semirat Methodist Church Came on January 10 19H LTh. Robert Jamies and Mrs L Williams wed. The notices list parents and residences with several OCR errors.
The Cairns Post critiques Australia’s economic policy since last August, accusing the Commonwealth Government of drift and failure to curb debt. It singles out Scullin’s leadership as weak, with intraparty intrigue and inflation fears undermining confidence. The piece laments a shift toward autocratic governance and laments the working class’s vulnerability.
London says a new Cunard liner will feature a grand dining salon and extensive church like decorations. The vessel will exceed Bremen and Tapas in length with a beam and depth well above the waterline, and the deck will host a ceremonial area.
The Associated Australasian Banks altered London selling rates on Australian cable transfers to £118 and mail transfers to £11K/2/0. Wills purchasing in Australia listed at 4119/19/4 for 90 days, with phrases suggesting bid/offer adjustments and dated quotations.
Inspector Conan announced new staff moves for the Cairns Police District with Acting Gavin from Cooktown transferred to Cairns and Acting Sergeant Cryan taking part of Cooktown station. Missing prospectors Memes, Doherty, and Edwards were found after a long search. condition details noted. Weather forecast from Brisbane predicts thunderstorms on the North Coast with variable winds along the southern border. Tourism advertising schemes promote North Queensland resorts with slides shown in theatres and literature available at the Tourist Office.
Frank Edward Davey George Kase and James Barry are serving seven days in Cairns lockup for riding a railway rack from Redlynch to Keranda on January 12. They boarded the goods train at Redlynch, left at Stone Creek, and rode to Kuranda before arrest by Constable Ainsbury. They were charged at the City Police Court where A. Anderson CPS convicted them and imposed fines of £1 9s 0d each plus seven days imprisonment.
Me A M O Kely Pat entered judgment for plaintiffs in several claims. Seheikowski v Ernest Quinn for board and lodging £5 12s 0d and 14s 6d costs. Cairne Vow Ltd Joncas Mt Morgan subscription £4 1s and 7d 6d costs. Grogan Trembath and Co Gas company Babinda goods sold and delivered £2 0s 9d and 7d 6d costs. Stow Batnda goods sold and delivered £8 7s 6d and 7d 6d costs. Williams Gabinda goods sold and delivered £4 2s 11d and 7d 6d costs. Ellen Pool Sydney Mrs Ward remaining due £5 and 7d 6d costs. Chin Chong v Miss Billie Gordon goods sold and delivered £7 5d and 7d 6d costs. A sensational note mentions a fire incident at Malanda following a bet, with benzine fumes causing a flare and a lantern being damaged. Police and local correspondence describe the incident and emergency responses.
A January ballot among Maine growers in Atherton favored erecting their own offices. Voters supported the plan, with the measure passing as stated in local reports.
At yesterday’s board meeting the province approved moving ahead with the land acquisition once formalities near completion. Officials plan offices near the Atherton silos, a move expected to cut administration costs. Expenditure projected at around 100 million.
Melbourne January 14 The inquest into the death of Mary Dean will probably be held next work with 42 witnesses to be called. Police have not made an arrest but were close to a domestic dispute when it was decided to leave the matter to Coroner Mr Geant to decide. Detectives submitted their notes to the Coroner for review.
Fremantle dated January 14 The Naldera arriving from London reports last sight of the Norwegian steamship Trigraine which blew up and sank near Colombo. Survivors were searched for as the Naldera sighted wreckage and crewmen in lifeboats, then identified another vessel wrecked as the Treater before reaching port.
London reports world shipbuilding output for the quarter ending December. Russia shows no returns. Britain’s constructions drop 1 percent locally while 9 percent is abroad. Abroad totals include the United States 232,030 tons and Germany 214,215. Norwegian tonnage largely built in Britain.
The report notes world motor ship tonnage at 132 700 tons and British tonnage at 107 298 tons. Seven vessels of 17 20 tons are being hunted in Britain for the Dominions.
Brisbane January 14 Home Secretary Mr C Hetersom after a 90 minute conference with Queensland Union executives said traffic regulations would be reviewed and brought up to date. He proposed convening a conference with all interested parties to discuss general traffic control methods and hoped to resolve a suitable system.
Fire swept through several homes in MossHan destroying four premises and valuable stock. Residents reported insured losses for some houses and fittings varied. Chan Lee had 70 pounds on the house and 30 on furnishings. O Callaghan Tom about 20. Viner's place about 30. Myre Chan Lee owned three shops with no clear insurance. The Docket brigade saved the veen's shop. Harris's insurance status unknown as he was away.
In Calcutta on January 14 a Sikh man named Sajan attacked and killed a woman after entering her home wielding a sword. He wounded a child and others, claimed loyalty to a wallah, and said he intended to ambush British officers. He later admitted planning the crime after release from prison and confessed to prior plans against Europeans.
The weather bulletin from Innisfail notes recent hot spell easing with brief showers and rain gauge readings. The post office rain gauge recorded falls, and a weather trend of scattered showers is expected in adjacent centers as a storm system moves through.
Brisbane January 14. A customs officer spotted a lascar wearing an overcoat in very low shade temperatures. He searched the man and found two net-necklaces hidden as he attempted to conceal them. The lascar claimed Moldavia origin and was questioned by authorities.
A weather note from Tully reports a dry January after a record rain year. Light drizzle fell at Lower Tay this morning with limited sunshine and a warm breeze. Cardwell recorded 34 inches for the week as a thunderstorm was forecast for Sunday.
State survey reports 24 hours ending 9 am with storms at scattered places, mostly along the central and southern coasts. Test results show 160 points at Movewam and 126 at Walsh. Temperatures reach 13.5 degrees in Balwood and 7 degrees at Hererton, with the lowest reading noted.
District Superintendent Brit Railways Cairns notes Cairns as a seaside hub with a strong water supply and suggests Greeno Island and the Leichhardt Strait as prime sights. The railway offers routes to Kuranda through Barron Gorge, Ravenshoe, and Herberton Range with waterfalls Malanda and Millaa Millaa visible. Tourists can enjoy tropical scenery, butterflies, wildlife, dairy and sugar districts, and the famed tropical railway journey between Cairns and the Tableland.
Railway inspection reports reveal ongoing maintenance and safety checks across lines. Officials discuss track conditions, signaling upgrades, and scheduled repairs affecting service reliability and timetables.
Fragmentary remarks indicate Federal Opposition and Labor figures debating deflation policy and coalition risks while addressing Sinn Fein and inflation concerns. Mr Scullin and Mr Latham appear in discussions about coalition limits as Melbourne Trades Hall hosts activities ahead of a campaign opening.
The Commonwealth Bank board met in Melbourne and continued discussions on matters beyond wheat finance including government policy, exchange rates and broader monetary concerns. Directors considered potential monetary measures and the impact on Australian finance.
Mr Scullin will arrest motion and held a conference with ALP officials and Labour leaders at Commonwealth offices to discuss campaign speech for the Parkes by election. The A W U stated the Federal Labour conference backed a policy to provide work for hundreds of thousands by creating extra credits of £20,000,000 allocated to States by population. Scullin is bound by the conference decisions as the movement’s final authority.
In Melbourne Chie Judge on January 14 ordered Crofts to stop reading remarks from a newspaper during his lengthy hearing. The decision followed repeated interruptions as Me. Seni lin was cited during the session.
A garbled transcript shows a Union representative, talks of reed payment, an area’s offense, and officials named Crois Fe Aton Detheidae and Bid. The dialogue includes references to an order, a call, and a closing moment amid unclear context.
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