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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1921
Page
4
David English appeals for reform in Eacham Shire Council during the 7 division race. He accuses past rate increases and wasted loan funds on nonessential works, urging a restraint on rates and more prudent, permanent projects to protect ratepayers.
A terse report notes Capt. James G Henry, JW Ravel, and WM 1 Kas along with J Con Utirelan Shanes in a scheduled maritime event. The listing names several naval officers connected to the same station or unit. The item implies formal attendance or roles but provides limited context.
A partial roster of individuals including Wyrenma Cairne and numerous listed relatives and associates traveling or residing in Melbourne. The note names many surnames, with scattered given names and titles, reflecting a genealogical or passenger list context.
The report covers maritime and market notes with prices for Lucerne chaff and wheaten chaff, imports Truckings, and turnips. It notes a public welcome for His Excellency the Governor and discusses local taxation and civic meetings. The text mentions a Brisbane market day with dull trade and various prices, including chaff and oats. It also references a medical incident and a service arrangement for a hospital patient.
The article discusses election concerns over road maintenance and infrastructure in Cairne Shire. It praises current committees Finance Health and Works for oversight and notes council plans on tractor power trials, water and roads governance, and the Mary Rinds Board proposal to improve Waghwara.
Transcribed text shows garbled schedule references including arrivals and visits. Mentions of Cal day afternoon, a visit to an antomological station F3, Sir Matthew, and a departure for Turnta fall at 9 15 with 6 pm return and 9 15 o'clock.
An incident at a mill in Kin s on duty at 4 pm led to the death of John Camp belley a mechanic who slipped into the carrier knives near shelving while oiling. Eyewitnesses including W Hanmali and Johnason testified. Medical cert showed death from severe injuries. Authorities concluded the death resulted from an accidental fall into the machine.
Cairns railway issues discussed include rolling stock shortages and bridge repairs on the Johnstone River. Home Secretary Mr. P. Pease and Dr. Draper urged fencing Babinda line, platform improvements, and private line developments while McCormack promised to bring matters before the Chamber for action.
The item highlights candidates in Missouri Division politics with mention of Mr Ales Kor and Kachoin, Queensland native, in a local contest. It notes campaign visibility and public airing of views, referencing unusual phrases and a fringe list of local goods and prices as context.
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