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 21 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 05, 1922
Page
5
The governor Sir Merihew Naun delivers a speech at the opening of Parliament praising Queensland farming and industry. He notes advances in agriculture, confidence in the economy, and plans to support production while urging improved exports and national growth.
A discussion on land riches and settlement in Queensland links migration plans to Commonwealth schemes and state efforts. It notes the need for railway investment, government support, and measures to counter low market demand for meat, with coordinated action among the Commonwealth, State, meat companies, and workers.
The article discusses cotton cultivation as a future, aided by the Imperial Government and the Australian Cotton Association. It notes plans to resume thousands of acres in Queensland and other Crown lands, with expected seed supply, potential exports to England, and protective measures against imports. Officials seek cooperation from Britain and promote a unified national effort to boost the sector.
The Governors address outlines an irrigation and health bill push, proposed registration of commission agents, and an urgent reform agenda. It previews tax, electoral, and public service amendments, plus a landmark irrigation project with Nathan and Hinwe Dam references and a plan to establish freer communion for river control.
An ex Kaiser speaks from exile in Holland asserting confidence in Germany regaining power and restoring monarchy while opposing British rule in Egypt and criticizing German leaders and the Versailles settlement. He predicts a future uprising, defends his stance, and criticizes Jewish influence and the German treaty with Allied powers. Nearby notices mention a band meeting and club activities.
Woodward and Calder advertise a sale of household furniture to be held at Lake Street on Thursday. The auction will feature fine goods described as modern and superior for home use. The ad emphasizes beneficial values and recommends goods to the public.
Fragmentary OCR lists multiple Bills and amendments including Unemployment, Maternity, Public Service, Education Language, Soldiers Settlement, Forestry and other acts. The items reference proposed acts and amendments across social services, education, defense and land settlement.
Cairns July 4 continuation of the inquiry into the death by adooting of Mrs Lydia Lett by her husband. Witnesses describe a married woman seeking attention and letters from a former ship purser. The inquiry adjourned after questions about the husband’s knowledge of the letters and the defendant's conduct.
A group in Cook district forwards a petition to Mr Thomas Kilpatrick urging his candidacy for the Queensland State Parliament. They pledge support and commit to work to secure his return as representative for Cook at the next State election.
In the 1922 notice a double birthday event at Mes. Galen’s residence is cited along with a donation to the Association’s funds. Defence Secarra confirms the closing date for claims from dependents is June 7, 1923, and late applications will be disregarded. The piece mentions Watson’s No. 10 whisky and references Alles Bros.
In Dublin the crisis deepens as De Valera presses for peace talks while the Provisional Government demands unconditional surrender. Casualties reach about 250 with no decisive end in sight. Authorities restrict press and postal services amid ongoing fighting to save the city.
Rebels solidify positions across Sackville Street and surrounding areas amid street fighting. Guprils and Republican snipers hold key points, with tunnels uncovered aiding retreat of small rebel garrisons. Armed clashes include rifles, grenades, and bomb threats near Painter's Hall and Stephen's Green, with notable captures and entrenched defense reported.
A July communique reports 250 casualties with 50 killed as National forces close on the Irregulars in Dublin. Communications are cut between Irregulars in hotels, while troops seize Bridgeman's Shop in Parnell Square and capture many prisoners with arms and hand grenades.
In southern Eiperary district irregulars gather in large barracks at Clonmel amid a petrol shortage. Land mines are stored with supplies, and every motor car in the area is linked to substantial petrol quotas. The Cork to Dublin route shows disruptions as fuel distribution collapses.
A fragmented report describes a large public demonstration on O Connel Street with youths and families. factions clash, voices blame government strategy, and calls arise to honor rebel figures. The piece mentions De Valera and Rory of the Ht Free Star as symbols amid rising tension and uncertain political loyalties.
A man appeared before the court on June 20 charged under the Stars Act for retaining possession of confidential documents while employed by the Taxation Department. A search of his premises revealed files and an office seal. Mr James represented the accused, an adjournment was granted, and remand set for the 14th.
The Benevolent Society plans a spring gathering at the Aquatic Malt venue with a charitable focus. Activities include sample demonstrations and prizes, aiming to raise support for children and the community through the event.
Report from Largs Bay where attendees considered the ship Daley as absent and abstain from action. The crew discussed cargo handling and noted delays with steamers aiming to sail before the end of the week.
The report notes showers or rain in the northern area with local fog in places and light showers along the extreme south eastern coast. Cold nights are expected inland, with cool temperatures spreading over the central and southern regions. Strong northeasterly winds persist in the north and west, easing elsewhere.
Fragmentary OCR text notes a uncovering of Australian themes in a 20th century action film. References imply cultural focus on Australian figures or settings, with unclear details about production or reception and no clear event or outcome.
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled product or sale language with mentions of colors brown maroon navy and woollen items. No coherent event or clear entities to summarize into a news item.
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.