This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 17 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 24, 1920
Page
5
Debates on war service pensions and repatriation dominate the session. Moves address redaction of war service bores and allowances for sailors. Timber sale and government tax exemptions are discussed alongside severance pay and staffing.
Weather notes dated January 23 report rainfalls at Gordnvale Avesta Marvey's Creek and Bab three Gus with 73 pints felt. The tropical disturbance near Paranaland weakened and moved away from Noumea as of January 25. The low mood center lies between Daly Waters and Powell's Creek with expectations of renewed rain bands.
In Brisbane on January 25 Justice Metcalfe oversees a compulsory conference aimed at reaching a federal accord. Carters and Driver Choe push for a new sword policy for southern and central Queensland divisions. Representatives report general agreement with two unresolved visions and will relay formal conclusions to Justice Metcalfe and federal authorities next Tuesday or Wednesday.
Brisbane parliament debated extending the Mary Valley line from Strodoa to Kenil wast. Railways Minister urged approval of the Boyer valley railway as part of the Mandaters project. Officials cited expected revenue growth, land values, and regional benefits from expanded rail access.
Police report a teen jewel thief was stopped after attempting a robbery at a city store. Officers recovered several valuable jewelry pieces and are continuing investigations with the store owner and forensic team.
In Brisbane on January 9 reports describe a shipyard strike amid wage demands and proposed raises. Engineers and workers discuss pay scales with talk of equitable wages and potential compromises, while government and industry figures weigh the impact on sailing vessels and regional commerce.
Confusing dispatches report Bulgarian frontier closures and heavy Allied talks as Lieut General Hakone commands divisions in a tense period. Supreme Council debates and ministerial briefings mark a fragile pause while delegates seek to avert wider conflict.
Fragmentary text references General Birbeoele and a debated policy. Mentions federal action and a decision awaiting outcome. Notes delays and a committee or board involved in evaluating proposals. No clear events or names.
A fragmented report describes an incident at Ope ders in Connell involving a person or group linked to the entailed ententen party. The sque text references carrying actions during the second quarter and implies a prohibited or questionable maneuver. Further readable details are unavailable.
An authoritative weekly summary notes Allied and Central front activity since January. It cites receding conditions in South Russia, restructuring of forces in the Caucasus, and ongoing measures to restore civilian life as nations brace for a protracted war effort.
Fragmentary text mentions the Ministry for Food and supply in Europe and references tuna imports. The readable parts mix policy notes with speculative pricing and trade mentions, lacking coherent event or names to form a fuller summary.
Fragmentary notes indicate January discussions on a potential decision by the Commonwealth Court of Conciliation and Arbitration regarding the waterside workers award proposed by a company. Judge Higgins referenced making a ruling on the matter, with incomplete references to the October announcement and related parties.
Fragmentary OCR reads as an item about Brisbaxe fan two players and a noted event with whiskers and waste. Names and details are unclear, but the piece centers on a sports or fan confrontation and a quoted phrase. The readable bits point to a local interest story without clear outcomes.
A Paris report outlines Premier statements on postwar policy. It notes aims to secure victory legitimacy, reform finances, and coordinate state industry while pursuing wartime economies and peace guarantees. It discusses military reductions, alliance realignments, and a cabinet with scarce political experience but strong business credentials.
In PAMIS on January 25 Peerier Miller and Bes appoint General Le Fevee War Minister M Landry to Marine S arrami for the Colonies Minase handles Commerce M Marahat heads Finance and Mears tae oversees Portfolios for Foreign Affairs and other duties as Vie Premier.
In Dublin clashes unfold near the Land Leewenast court as police quell protests linked to Republican actions. Reports describe banners, bayonets, and clashes with authorities. soldiers and constables move through streets while crowds confront them.
Fragmentary text notes a debate on governance and leadership in New York. It references workers and a committee task force, mentioning Steere and a path toward monarchy. The unclear OCR hints at political tension and institutional roles amid confusion.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.