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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 14, 1920
Page
5
A fragmented report notes the new governor, Sir Matthew, being interviewed by Howse, with remarks on future policy and readiness for remote posts. It mentions colonial service roles, past postings in Queens and London, and hints at delays in official postings and duties.
Fragmentary notes describe a July 1 public meeting in a borough addressing a beer strike fiasco and a political dilemma. The text mentions a president and actions around appointing or addressing officials, with references to a council or assembly and public sentiment. details are unclear due to damaged text.
Fragmentary OCR text shows scattered names and potential place mentions with no clear event, date, or outcome. The readable elements include personal names and fragmented terms, lacking a coherent report or action to summarize into a factual item.
London July 13 The Spa conference debated German proposals and planned to forward Carnman resolution ideas to the German and Austrian committees for examination. Lloyd George and Millerand commented on the current situation and the need for further discussion. The afternoon session considered possible actions and the likelihood of renewed negotiations.
In a Cairns hinterland discussion, officials debate land for soldier settlement linked to a recently authorised Peeramonto railway. Minister notes 288,677 acres suitable in Timur district with 345 more to be allocated, while protests cite forest waste and inadequate railway access affecting land distribution and cane holdings for veterans.
In Brisbane on July 13 jurors discussed rationing and the average fee, with speakers noting restraint and compliance with a deputation's wishes. The discussions touched on current salaries and potential agreement on a rent or compromise without further expansion.
Officers of the Department of Agriculture and Stock describe a pest and pasture situation in the South Burvet area. They note 128 select farms, 81,405 cattle pastured, and ongoing measures including dipping and eradication efforts, despite adverse conditions and high stock losses.
Ballarat ballots showed voters weighing key issues as candidates debated in the town hall. Early counts indicated tight margins with final totals awaiting official certification from local authorities.
In Brisbane on July 13 a committee met the unemployed man and pressed him for details. The minister pursued each member of the evaluation, using intense questioning. The unemployed man reportedly said returning to Sydney was his only option after the grilling.
The text outlines a disputed conference with references to Jats, EPCs, Negamination, and Cane Prooes Act figures like Mr Pritchard and Doherty. It mentions parties, platforms, affiliations, and tensions around legislation and producer interests, but the garbled OCR prevents a clear event, date, or location.
A man named Brishawe fell down a shaft at the Stamthorpe arsenic mines this afternoon. He was reportedly killed in the incident. Local authorities investigated the accident and reported on site safety conditions.
Fragments from Charleville suggest Matron Wary may resign, with committee members and the hospital secretary expected to discuss the matter. The note indicates the matron declines to resign unless a defined charge or task is clarified by the leadership.
Sydney reports the compulsory conference led by the state senior commissioner for conciliation in the Broken Hill miners strike. The session adjourned to tomorrow after a long discussion on technical matters while miners' health concerns persist and employers push for proof of improved conditions.
Under supervision of Marion Tarclay and Sta Taciose, the facility cared for suisioor patients with attendance of 17. Applicants filed forms and submitted an application. Phone 42.
A mixed lot of aged draughts from Clutha and beyond will be offered at auction. The fifteen active plough horses are described as sturdy, fireproof with sound temperaments and ready for driving or haulage tasks. The sale coincides with a simultaneous offering of the main lot and the horses, presenting a strong option for councils shires and other buyers seeking reliable work teams.
Our rep, Mr FT Smith, will attend listed stations to oversee pig deliveries and truck arrangements. CLEETOS Monday August 2. TOLGA Wednesday August 4 before 11:30 am. MALANDA Tuesday August 9. THEREDY August 17. STAMERLE Tuesday August 17. JUNGABUREA Thursday August 24. MOUGY Saturday. SHAND.
Notice from Beasbane Public Works announces gas works tenders due by October day. Details and forms available at city offices. Secretary and Green signatories, with official inspection terms and submission instructions.
The Supreme Court of Queensland issues a notice stating the will of an estate to be probated. Persons interested must appear before the court to contest or consent to the probate. Dated July 19, 19XX.
A fragmented 1920 race meeting notice describes benefit events, purses, and entries. Mentions Second horse and a purse in Novem ber, with penalties and conditions. Includes references to secretaries and Jockey Clube and Cooktown Herber.
Fragmentary report outlines a horse racing card with nomination details for Flying Division and Sormirale Handicap. Mentions horses such as WOH and AZ, five-furlong races, and stakes around £15. Details are garbled but indicate trials and divisions for a mid race meeting.
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