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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 14, 1922
Page
4
A district listing details assorted goods sold at a sale including Lucerne hay and sweet potatoes with prices such as 4/ and 7/9. It mentions a Gordonvale Presbyterian Church day school bursary event with Preacher Ben Cairns and a 7.30 start time.
RTH Mighell announces the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs Norman Mighell on June 7 at Dunisfail. Herold Mark is named for the child.
Inward and outward mail details appear with scattered dates August June and July. The fragment references steamer mails, closing dates, and named places but lacks complete clarity on routes or recipients.
Fragmentary OCR reads a July 14 1922 Post item with a doubtful line about daily disruption and government actions. The readable bits mention sorrow and unrest, suggesting a lament or commentary piece. The exact subject, names, or locations are not recoverable from the fragment.
A damaged dispatch reports chaos in Belfast showing widespread looting and violence by factions amid political turmoil. Police warnings and fears of indiscriminate arming of the populace are noted, with concern over the criminal surge tied to party extremism. The piece laments the state of politics in Ireland and predicts a pushback against violence though extremists remain a leak in the system.
Fragmentary ship notices detail departures and arrivals between Cairns Melbourne and port towns. Listings mention vessels Canberras Jett The Innielait Jett and Kailatina with cargoes of timber sugar and sawn timber. Dates imply July and August movements with sourcing from Port Dowgian and Berketown.
Fragmented OCR text shows a street market scene with partial dates and items. Names and specifics are unclear but indicate a market area, July entries, and various goods like lucerne and imported oaten products. No clear individuals or organizations can be confirmed from the readable fragments.
Fragmented remarks on labor groups and extremism surface amid the Queensland caucus split. Predictions warn of decisive turning points at the next election if alliances with extremists are not repudiated. Separate notices promote sales and local business events in Brisbane and Cairns.
Distilled fragments report a local meeting where 13 members debated a proposed plan. The discussion focused on a decisive vote and a potential auction of stakes with Mr. Baker presiding. Mesdarmes Anderson and Camp attended the event.
Bargains lure customers to Neary’s on Market Street as discounts sweep a wide range of fabrics and garments. Labels show items like striped waistcloths and cambric shirts with reductions from standard prices, encouraging early purchases at the bustling shop.
The Cairns Citizens Band plans a selected music program in Eyam with conductor HP Guy and the Hallway Concert Band set for the railway concert. The Cairns Amateur Operatic and Orchestral Society meets at Palace Theatre to arrange a picnic. No Income Tax forms are available at court. Catena Picture attractions and Lambert the baritone contribute items. A race meeting is planned for tomorrow, with cheap nights and various goods advertised for sale at Melbourne House.
A chaotic sale at Kelly's features sensational offers and notices urging shoppers to visit before closing. A separate incident reports a motorcar collision involving Salvation Army members en route to a raid, with repairs and injuries noted in the early hours yesterday.
The Marecta prandy of the O W E League announces a Wednesday meeting reschedule due to insufficient members. Officials urge attendance to sustain the public body and its care of essential duties amid weak participation.
A contested Cairns summons outlines a thoroly legal matter with Carmen involved over a sale of goods and penalties. The column also mentions the Cairns femme club hosting an evening event and invites readers to attend the tennis and social activities on the Esplanade.
The article profiles Linda Dale a noted figure in racing circles and theatre, detailing an engagement to Pierrot Vundi Compas and describing her prominent status in broodmare circles at Caulfield. It highlights her late career achievements and public fascination with her persona and performances.
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