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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 20, 1925
Page
4
A fragmented regional notice lists dental surgeons and architects in Cairns with contact details. It notes fires at the Royal Hotel Oakey and hotel at Boouali, and mentions deputy postmasters general receiving advisories.
Manila January 14 Reuters reports Senate President Manuel Quezon said the Pili pinos have definitively abandoned the expectation of independence for three years, or as long as Republicans hold office.
In Cairne Simeone Court a defendant William Greentree faced a complaint of assault after a late night incident at the Crown Hotel area. Witnesses described crackers being set off and a confrontation, with the defendant denying threats and stating he had horses near by. The veterinary witness supported that while some pushing occurred, the referee noted the incident did not merit harsher action and the case was dismissed with costs disallowed.
Reel summary of a melodramatic feature Poisoned Paradise shown as Master Future duper attraction. Cast includes Kenneth Harlin Clara How Carmel Myers with Margot and Hugh Kildair in a Monte Carlo intrigue. The plot centers on Margot’s fall from fortune and a scheme to win back money, ending in romance and peril amid gambling and a controversial housekeeper arrangement. The program also lists a two-part bristle Comedy In Watch and various pages of news and sports.
Berlin reports the new government will legalize an eight hour workday for coke and tram uni workers, reducing shifts from ten to eight hours. The move prompts speculation on effects for Berlin and French workers amid competition concerns and economic strain.
In Auckland on January 19 a car swerved to avoid a collision on a sheep road and toppled 13 feet over an embankment. Mrs Taylor, one occupant, threw herself free but died from neck injuries. a baby escaped unharmed while several others were hurt.
A number of recently arrived wrecks in Sydney, Sydney, pa 19, wander the city seeking work. Many are unable to find employment and are said to be nearing starvation.
Readable text shows a sale listing for men s trousers in grey and brown tones with side pockets and creased finishes. Includes items such as twill twist trousers and cream ground pyjama suits with broad woven stripes. Prices range around 11/11 to 25/11 with several items marked squeezed out price.
Palace Pictures presents a complete change of programme: a Paranoiat production The wo of a Toomor row based on a story by Mrs. Krates ves Burnett. Featuring Jacque ie an, David Torrence and Raymond Griffiths with a melodramatic plot of Sir Oliver’s near suicide thwarted by a girl named Glad and the clever young thief Dandy. The bill includes a serial tale comedy news and a new tun by O'Mara and Byrle.
A Riga correspondent for the Daily Express reports that several young Russian poets and writers petition the Soviet authorities, arguing censorship erodes individuality in their work. They threaten to hang themselves if censorship continues.
Sydney reports Mr. Powden former Defence Minister states he gave up defence duties with regret after five doctors advised it was essential. He explains the decision was necessary for health reasons and to protect ongoing duties.
A fire caused damage valued at 625,000. The blaze badly damaged the field precincts near Auckland, with extensive destruction reported and investigations underway.
At the Stadium in Brisbane on January date, Rue Daniels of Tasmania defeated George Thompson of Western Australia in twenty rounds by a unanimous decision. The bout featured strong punches and clinches, with Thompson receiving crowd boos for rough tactics. In Sydney a separate sparring match saw Teamwine Fairball outpoint Lower Plees in twenty rounds.
London reports a 600 yard swimming match where Faulkiner defeated Meton wehie. The event lists winners including Moos Christie and Sam Kahioanmeku with Griffiths Jr. taking a 12 yard leg at 5.41 seconds.
A quiet wedding was celebrated at St Marys Church Atherton on a Wednesday in December. Percy Kidd eldest son of Mrs M A Kidd was married to Miss Minnie Gertrude Dobson of Ma landa. Rev R Moline officiated with Rev Belcher at the organ. The bride wore cream silk morocain with orange blossom and veil, attended by sisters and relatives. best man was KE V Watts. A wedding breakfast followed at Harran Valley Hotel with about thirty guests and a Honeymoon to Kuranda and Cairns in grey silk morocain.
A showroom displays the latest electrical labor saving devices including kettles toasters carpet sweepers and other household helps. A Cairns showroom opposite Cairns Pont TM Ltd Abbott SFO Baw PH HK H Worthington Cairns Manager invites customers to call and see these clean efficient home aids.
A note emphasizes Berger's Paint as the brand to protect and preserve home surfaces for extended periods, highlighting its durability and longevity for long term upkeep.
No doubt of savings at Kellys with fresh stock bought at bedrock prices for cash. Prices are reduced for sale and customers are reminded to add postage to all sale prices.
A vintage ad listing various men trousers with fabric types and sale prices. Items include dark striped cotton tweed trousers, all wool tweed, cream gabardine, pencil stripe serge, gabardine blends with belt loops, and washing trousers. Prices range from 0/6 to 28/1 per pair with reductions noted.
An old newspaper ad lists various men’s shirts and undergarments with sale prices. items include Tovret shirts, tourist shirts, striped heavy fabrics, Thistle white tennis shirts, Harvard working shirts, singlets, net singlri des, cashmere half hose and assorted cashmere items. Prices range from 2 shillings to about 4 shillings and 11 pence.
Assorted men's wool felt hats with taped edges in slate fawn and grey. Prices range from 18/6 to 12/6 with sale pricing on fur felt hats and wool felt hats. Also offering all wool checked bush rugs at sale prices and various sizes.
Derby balls and oxford shoes featured with sale prices listed for each item including derbys with block toes welted construction and tan oxfords. Items appear under men s footwear section with terms like usual price sale price and stock details.
Special sale prices on ladies and girls shoes including white canvas HAR shoes barks and buckles with prices from 10/6 to 17s per pair. Bar shoes and wallaby ankle strap styles offered in limited sizes. Boys box calf sandals sizes 7 to 10 also discounted to clear.
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