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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 17, 1928
Page
3
A June report from the Herbertton mineral field summarizes activity across multiple mines. It notes shaft depths, tonnages of ore raised, and tin contents with several lodes showing promising colours and grades while others suspend work due to limitations or past losses.
On the western end of No 2 stope the wing has sunk seven feet in fair ore estimated to yield 6 percent for concentrates. The body is about six feet long by one foot six inches. Driving at Creek tunnel level behind No 2 wing stope extended six feet more. five tons of ore raised, estimated to yield 15 percent black tin. There are sixteen tons of grass ore at 12 percent tin oxide. Four men employed. Present faces encouraging.
Mossman mill resumed operations at 8 AM for the 1928 season though cane supply is light due to wet weather. Disputes committee includes Esora, DE. Jack, A.W.A. rep, and W. JH Mullavey. The river and creek levels rose after rain, plant cane damaged, but warmer weather should boost growth. A Friday euchre and dance in Lunn’s hall raised £36 for the church.
At the monthly meeting with president Simpson and members present, the committee sent sympathy to Miss Bolton for her father’s death. A letter of thanks was approved to the Country Women's Association for a kitchen dresser crockery and primus stove donation to the School of Arts. Budget notes: June payment £40 4s 10d. total accounts £23 4s 8d. debit balance £210 4s 6d. A welcome extended to new member Mrs Ghowrright.
Conditions were hard for the Harris trophy event at Cairns Rifle Club with 100 and 700 yard ranges. W Harris led at 700 yards with 96, Kennedy 93, Robertson 95, and Bangle 94, while other shooters posted lower scores. Next Sunday features the second Harris trophy shoot as Cairns club plans a visit to Louisville on July 29.
Magisterial inquiry details the Mareeba dwelling fire that gutted a four room cottage owned by Hugh Sheppard on June 28. Police and fire brigades responded as residents reported crackling noises and flames in the back room with no signs of arson or suspects. The insured value was 275 pounds and the building was appraised at 350 pounds.
Australia faces France in Paris on July 14 with Hopman showing adaptability after a slow start. Paterson struggles with exhaustion while Crawford remains steady as Cochet and Lacoste prove superior in doubles.
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