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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 04, 1919
Page
2
A garbled OCR passage lists stray names, places, and phrases such as Lake Street and Convent with no coherent events. It lacks a clear person, organization, date, or outcome to summarize into a proper news item.
The document from the District Office led by A J Bennett outlines changes to permanent and reversionary bonuses for the ordinary department. It notes a one year average increase and mentions adjustments affecting various benefit categories under a formal certification process.
Classified items list allotments near a school with deposits and weekly installments, hotel leases, and farm implements, plus notices inviting buyers to specify parcels. Also reports Red Cross meetings, a railway governance debate, dress goods sales, and Scout peace bonfire plans amid wartime fundraising pleas.
Readable items note Methodist and Presbyterian services in Herberton with Rev H W Trutie at 7 0 pm and Atherton events including a peace service and a vesper prayer. St George's Mareeba records a confirmation by the Bishop of North Queensland Island at 3 18 pm tonight.
A somber tribute recalls Percy Hamneyser of Simcoe who died bravely in France. The piece honors his warm heart and steadfast service, noting he sleeps beside fallen comrades in an honored grave, mourned by his sorrowing brother Clem Hamneyser Bahinda.
In a brief note the local column mentions Tree Trader and Inky with 310 water sitting at the park pavilion. The item reads as a short community snippet about a quirky yard sale setup.
In memory of Percival Hammessee of the 20m Battalion who died in France on July 4 1058. Mr. and Mrs W J Hannespeet express their remembrance.
The Ryan Government faces criticism over a 200 extra payments scandal described as a sham. Critics say money voted by Parliament for a specific purpose was not returned after the campaign was abandoned, revealing apparent misappropriation and contempt for proper use of public funds.
The Cairns District Jolay Health Board schedules its monthly meeting for 2.30 pm with agenda items including pimple treatment discussions. A Cairns Harbor Board sub-committee meeting is planned for 1 am on a Tuesday to review harbor operations and cold storage reports.
Townsville speakers assail the Ryan Government as worse than the Tories while labeling extremists as ungrateful and weak. Labor Cabinet supporters vow to persist, Ryansites keep silent, and papers dodge judgment, blaming the so called capitalist press for misreporting public sentiment.
Sydney July market notes show copper and tin quotations with irregular figures and various standards. The report lists electrolytic copper and tin prices with three month futures andSpot values, reflecting volatility in the metal market.
In loving memory of Bentneseer who loved July moments and shared joy with family. A brief remembrance note from relatives describes a cherished person and a life filled with kindness and memories.
In memory of Sey W. Jaren, beloved by family and friends, whose loss is mourned by parents and loved ones. A loving note expresses gratitude and recalls cherished moments shared with family.
In a mid 19th century style dispatch the article notes renewed Franco American tension as Brew seaport readers confront sudden news of ongoing armed discord. Officials weigh public sentiment, while diplomacy lingers amid shifting allegiances and memories of past conflict.
The report notes recovery of cocoa and confectionery supply after wartime embargoes. It mentions Bournville Cocoa dispatches to Australia and renewed access for patrons, plus details on bonuses and year-end premiums within a society, with cash surpluses allocated to policyholders and certificates issued.
The issue discusses the Australian Sugar Journal and references a ruling by the Industrial Court on the common issue of Australian Workers Union actions. The text is fragmented but hints at legal considerations and potential binding effects for attorneys involved.
An onlooker piece discusses pervasive wartime anxiety, labor agitators, and fears of rebellion. It notes authorities tightening control at the palace and streets, with calls for discipline against agitators and warnings of potential strikes and social unrest.
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