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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 13, 1927

Page

7

Port of Cairns Sailing Schedules and Departures

The Cairns port timetable lists sailings with specific dates and times from July 1 to July 17 for multiple ships and routes. Allen and Sons Ltd act as agents for the Caneabar general cargo voyage. Burns Philp steamer Merinda is noted to depart from the south on July 25.

Caneabar Allen and Sons Ltd Melbonirne Brisbane Jely Ag Tetamer Wasdane Tel I Liverpest Cairns Burns Philp Merinda Buirns

Film Commission Inquiry Highlights Testy Witness Exchange

Brisbane report on the Film Commission hearing where W Moeller, ex-Famous Lasky salesman, denied intent to intimidate a witness. He claimed remarks were jocular, not aimed at harming the witness, while the chair labeled it an expensive joke.

Film Commission Inquiry Brisbane Ae Commission Io W. Moeller Lasky Players Corporation Witsens Film Commission Scommeion the Cassine W. A. Marks Winess F. M. Forde Lasky Corporation Deminsins Wment Kinesa Mericana Acd S. Jackson An Af Ge Geen Legislative Assembly

Australian minister pushes film on travel for children

In London on July 11 the Australian Minister advocated showing films about travel to children. The report references Brybane J12 and a wake shoe seen earlier, with unclear context but highlights government interest in educational cinema for youth.

Brybane

Brisbane Broadcast Day Plan For July 13 Schedule

Brisbane broadcast day schedule lists sessions from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. with physical culture, market reports, weather, lunch music by the Institute Orchestra, afternoon lounge music, a beauty talk by Lorother Webster, Daily Standard and Daily Mail news, lectures by Queensland Agricultural High School, and a special radio novelty program An Evening Off aimed at local listeners.

Daily Mail the Daily Standard G.P.O Insitute Carltton Waate Taylor Queensland Preference League Little Mini Brisbane Queensland Agricultural High School and College the Daily Mail

Brisbane Produce Market Sees Varied Demand on July 1

At Brisbane Howe Street buyers showed interest in leafy fodder yet ignored grassy material. New South Wales chaff remained scarce while New England chaff and other edible feeds were limited. Prices eased for pumpkins and wheaten goods, with some imports failing to meet reserves.

Brisbane Howe Street New South Wales New England Lucerne

Metal Market Report From Sydney Dated July 12

Sydney reports three month metal prices including copper, lead, zinc and tin with figures for exchange rates and commodities. Copper ranges around 14/4/4d with other metals like lead at 22/8/9 and silver at 2/40, while American copper elect and tin values are listed in dollars and cents.

Sydney

Obituary for Ernie Harrison Funeral Held

The funeral of the late Mr. Ernie Harrison proceeded from a residence on Siarwan cheet to the grave with many members of the I.S.L.A. present. Rev. Father McFadden officiated at the grave side. The casket bore the Union Jack and numerous floral tributes were sent by family friends and associates.

Ernie Harrison Siarwan I.5.5 L.A Jase McFadden John F Fester D. Turner Reid

Late R C J Logan Funeral in London

A funeral for the late Chto leper Logan was held on Saturday in London with services described as solemn and reflective. Limited readable fragments reference the deceased and mourners, with no further details available from the surviving text.

In Loving Memory Notices From Townsville Papers

Mournful tributes from families for Violet Margaret Crees George Wrener Arth Morgan and other relatives, dated July 1922 to 1925. Remembrances speak of everlasting memory and sorrow, with lines inserted by spouses and children. Townsville area notices reflect personal losses from 1920s.

Violet Margaret W. Rolie Crees CP. Crees Townaville George Wrener Irvinebank Cone

Duty of citizenship and industrial progress clash in history

An essay argues that public duty defines citizenship beyond rights. It states the wheels of industry depend on shared obligations, and half the community failing to work while claiming rights slows progress and harms welfare. It warns that neglecting civic duties obstructs national advancement.

Tom Tiedler

Community Welfare Urges Action on Industrial Obstacles

A civic appeal argues for decisive work to aid industry and reduce delays in North. It notes disinclination to grant opportunities and calls for citizen responsibility. The Dredge Trinity May signals harbor efforts with a possible Monday trial and Thursday departure, while the Range road opens wider for daily use. Harbor Board meeting minutes list officials present and preparations.

Swyer Cairns Harbor Trinity

Cairns Artist with No Arms Demonstrates Mouth-Painting Skill

A locally noted visitor in Cairns speaks about a man who paints using brushes held in his mouth after losing his arms to a tree lion attack in childhood. The artist, showcased by an art union, will perform in front of Neary's drapers Abbett Street, with a Palace Theatre draw on Saturday July 23 and results printed July 35.

Cairns Neary Abbett-street Wrk Palace ‘Theatre

Tennis Picture Benefit at Tropical Theatre in Cairns

A benefit event at the Tropical Theatre Friday supports the Cairns Tennis Club. Tickets were partially lost but recovered before distribution. stamped tickets will not be accepted at the door. The program features a star artist, plus vocal and instrumental numbers, ballet, and humorous acts to aid the club.

Tropical Theatre Cairns Tennis Club Cairns Wil Thos Yechmseras

Commonwealth grants plan outlined by Federal Treasurer

Brisbane is told of advantages from the Commonwealth scheme, showing £137,000 more yearly relief than per capita grants, with a total £8,209,000 annual relief versus £7,738,000, plus a sinking fund for new state loans. Dr Page argues benefits favor the Commonwealth’s plan and do not primarily aid states.

Brisbane Page Commonwealth

Cats and Plague Portion at Townsville

Brisbane dispatch reports a plague issue with a cat portion at Townsville. The brief item notes confirmed rot and health concerns, reflecting early warning on disease spread and local animal welfare actions.

Townsville

Loyal Orange Lodge July Celebrations in Cairns

The Worshipful Master of Pride at Cairns Lodge No 105 presided over the annual July celebrations held at the Oddfellows Hall on Monday night. A large attendance of young people observed the event, with excellent catering by the ladies. Tables featured decorative flowers and orange and purple streamers, and banners displayed the national flag alongside Dominion and USA banners.

Cairns Lodge Orange Instiation Queensland Dominion USA

The Loyal Orange Institution Toast In Queensland History

The District Master argues the Loyal Orange Society is misunderstood and needed wider public understanding to prevent industrial and political turmoil in Queensland. Speakers praise Protestant heritage, open Bible access, and loyalty to God, the King, and the Empire, recalling William of Orange and stressing Protestant identity across regions.

Loyal Orange Institution Bro. Blackwell Loyal Orange Society Queensland Allance Queensand Bro J. Donaldson Willam Prince of Orange Varery William England Rome Ferry Vii

Fragmented tale ties to protestant alliance among lodges

The fragmentary OCR mentions "Kindred Societies" and names like Al. bale cy Bre Blackwell and Kerr. It references the Protestant Alliance of Australasia and alleged white ant tactics among lodge members. Manning responds to Sister Wallace and the Ladies' Lodge amid a murky collision of rituals, invitations, and social ties.

Blackwell Inter Manning Pehail Wallace Tyne

Auto Car Today Fourists From Brisbane

The Brisbane rite-car delegation arrives by air to discuss petrol car trials and metre vehicle services. Members include Sir Archibald Hood Carpenter and A R Fenn among others. They meet Railway Commissioner Davide and note Queensland has six British cars on the rails, expected to succeed.

Brisbane British Meter Deleration Archibald Hood Carpenter House of Commons A. R. Fenn LiemCol A. Hacking Wol al Hacking J. Strom Commissioner For Railways Davide Matern al Oval Stor Traction Davidson Queensland

Empire Cancer Campaign Council Meeting Yields Hopeful Talk

At a July meeting in London the Empire Cancer Campaign Council discussed recent discoveries in cancer research and the potential for new centers. Sir Thomas Kawner was noted, while the University of York's re election of its president and Sydney University’s efforts to form a research centre were also mentioned.

London Empire Cancer Campaign Council Discover Thomas Kawner Sabee Unike of York Sy University Th ‘Connell Duke of York Goodwin Sedie Qheeraland Sydney University

Deadlock at Geneva over cruiser tonnage plan

Semi official London reports a Geneva deadlock as experts seek a new approach to cruiser tonnage. Bridgeman of the British Admiralty says the United States may push for a quota based on cruiser types while Britain forecasts rising arms parity and complexity in future builds.

London Geneva Bridgeman Admiralty Ia Perenne Presa America Washington United States

Incomplete OCR: Sydney Prices Rise Amid Reform Talks

Fragmentary text notes rising prices in Sydney and political reform moves. Mentions industrial legislation and near doubling of some measure. No clear names or dates available.

Sydney

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