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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1916
Page
1
The description covers 110 acres at Mulgrave Mill, including part ownership of 28 shares in the Mulgrave Mill. Land quality varies with a sizeable portion not first-class but usable. About 4 acres ploughed, 50 acres leased, 14 under cane, plus other improvements at MacDonnell Creek. Partial complications noted.
A readable listing describes multiple land parcels for sale in Queensland areas including Sophia Bellendeater and Grafton Pyramid Estate. Parcels range from 16 to 320 acres with scrub and open forest, river frontages, permanent tram lines, and various prices per acre. Some lots note unconditional sales or terms on application with references to Crown leaseholds and notable rivers.
M. J. Mackesy has bought out the hairdressing and stationery business of Mr. J. Benson, and will be pleased to meet friends. The ad notes offerings of tobaccos, cigars, and cigarettes, fishing tackle specialties, and two chairs with no waiting.
A Lyons telegraph notice advertises a range of rough and dressed timbers joinery and turnery with mouldings available from a merchant in Caiina. Quotations by letter or telegraph. Telephone number 12.
The article traces bayonet development from early single edged blades to modern forms, noting changes in grip, blade design, and mounting. It cites Lingard on 1453 France battles, describes 1656 French origin claims, references Charles II era arms, and mentions a 1672 muster arming context with matchlock gear and bayonet mechanics.
The article discusses the bayonet as a crucial offensive and defensive weapon in British history. It cites Waterloo Abu Kidis and Egyptian campaigns, noting its impact against Dervishes and in mutinies. Sir Henry Hadd and Sir Colin Campbell are referenced in battles around Lucknow and other sieges.
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