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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 11, 1922
Page
5
An official inquiry into the Lambert store fire at Gordonvale describes a scene of witnesses and evidence. Constable T Murray testified about early morning flames and a body found in the ruins, while interrogations focused on the cause and identity of victims amid a crowded inquest scene.
Fragmentary notes describe a town scene with names unclear and questions raised. The passage references a witness and an inspector, mentioning previous events and an investigation context without clear dates or outcomes.
Testimony details Lambert's residence at Gordonvale with his wife and family, shop ownership and destruction by fire on June 20 1922, shop layout, stock, and insurance. He recalls travel to Cairns and a night involving several men, plus the discovery of remains and O Byrne connection. Financials note stock value and insurance. Witness also mentions the time of the blaze and post fire actions.
In a brutal attack aboard a passenger train between Hornsby and Waloon sa two villains forced their way into the carriage and killed government savings bank manager Francis Cecil Remmis. Inspector General Mitchell with Secretary Oakes announced a reward of £280 for information leading to the culprit, plus £250 from the bank for tips identifying the assailants. Suspects were traced to Walra station after the night assault. police described a man seen near Morne by Station and extended inquiries to county towns.
In the 49 hours ended 9.10 rain fell across Townville Clermont and Mackay, with Darling Downe reporting one to two inches. Temperatures cooled markedly across central and southern areas, bringing an almost pronounced decrease and very cold conditions.
Brisbane reports the Public Service Commissioner urges sustenance allowance during teacher vacations when duties are extended. The proposal would grant full pay through such periods of non-duty influence.
The Queensland Country Party North Division invites eligible electors to nominate to contest the Eacham Electorate at the next State election. Nomination day is set around the Stat Atrast with financial members urged to pay dues before the 24 Ana closing row. Details forwarded by authority Athertod of HG Bradley Towner.
Remarkable photo of Jubilee Abatt in Charters Towers shows town’s pride as North Queensland endoreses living in the area. The article notes 101 descendants of Met Siannet in the Towers and lists civic leaders and committees joining the jubilee festivities with strong enthusiasm and extended hospitality.
London reports describe armed men raiding a public house and shooting a detective who survived after a nicotine cigarette trick. a restaurant attack left a death. Rebels evacuated Ennis while Nationalist troops captured or freed prisoners amid fires and uprisings.
London dispatch notes public fatigue as troops approach, Irish towns meet advancing forces with torches and cheers while countryside reactions echo the general weariness of continued insurgency and unrest. The fragmented report depicts widespread sentiment rather than a coordinated action.
The report notes advances in butter prices across wholesale markets with gains for shorts in New South Wales. It mentions interest in purchases in Sydney Melbourne and Melbourne as buyers adjust to the higher prices.
Canton dispatch notes Sun Yat Sen embarked for Hong Kong aboard an escort vessel amid shell fire from the fort. The return of the force follows threats and maneuvers involving three crovers and Chinese officers.
The case over public servants' pay is sent to the Full Bench for ruling. The Crown Solicitor indicated including railway workers and unions in the matter while urging separate treatment for certain petitioned respondents. The judge ordered referral to the Full Bench, with further adjournment possible as parties prepare briefs and filings.
Proceedings in Brisbane show government claims for wage cuts in Public Service. Wavers readied to oppose reductions. unions and Labor factions condemn government move. Arbitration Court to hear claims on basic wage scales for workers aged 21 plus and female rates.
The government considers proposals from Unity in Glaciers Anspeltion to extend haulage rates to cattle shipments, including slaughter consignments. Officials review impact on port access with Queensland and Brisbane as principal routes, while higher authorities weigh whether to extend pricing to inland cattle.
A brief report notes ongoing efforts to press for a settlement involving Greece Bulgaria and Turkey. The article mentions a watcher assigned to oversee talks and general pursuit of a settlement, reflecting postwar diplomatic activity and regional tensions.
Francis P. Garvan, former Alien Property Custodian and president of the Chemical Foundation, faces a criminal investigation over the seizure and sale of German dye patents. A federal inquiry in Washington probes the foundation’s handling of the patents and related finances amid wartime asset actions.
A damaged item from the Japanese Attache in Washington is noted as stolen in July. The scant readable text references the Japanese Military Attache, U.S. papers, and incomplete correspondence covering a year. Names, places, and concrete details are unclear in the OCR snippet.
The column notes various court and civic dates including September 6 September 13 October events in Norman ton Croydon Grarnstown and Cooktown. It reports John Weisermuller of the Tilitors Athletes Club setting a new world 1000 metre water race record in 35 seconds. It mentions Wattle Day and English history education funds, plus the American Clay Court Championship result as 7-5 over Shimidju of Japan.
Auction notices list items such as drapery clothing and hardware. McMahon and partners advertise upcoming sales on Thursday and Friday at 2 pm, urging buyers to attend the event and view the offered goods.
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