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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 18, 1936

Page

2

Minister Explains Road Access Policy at City Hall

The minister, Mr Pease, defended restricting land openings until a formal road plan is established. Speaking before a large audience with local officials and chambers of commerce, he urged coordinated district action to unlock land and advance regional development.

Wetil Road Mr Pease Pease Cuirne Toe Velicy Stossier Rae Samuster Lance Fe Wowld Parnut Hendin Amd Ao Cawsie Smunkig Tees Kuranda Gueenskiml Deere CY Rete Watts Fea

Fragmentary civic turmoil and community unrest described in garbled OCR

The text presents a garbled report about civic actions, public works, and government involvement. It mentions water, forest measures, safety, and potential protests or unrest. Names and places are unreadable, but the fragment suggests a discussion of policy, funding, and local governance amid confusion.

Minister The Snessor and the North Queensland Visit

The article recounts a ministerial tour through the North Queensland region. It notes visits to Parramatta and Eslee Fit schools, discussions on government development plans, and cooperation efforts with local communities in Cooktown and Cairns. It mentions attendance by Leslie Wilson and aims to foster timber industry growth and education funding.

Downs Eslee Hwok Cantein Parramatta Queensland Leslie Wilson Cooktown Cairns Eo-Operapan Peitksons Heyterland

Attack on Keng and Sugar Growers at Tully District

In the Tully area, cane fields yield about 11,900 acres annually with 15,000 acres occupied and last year raw sugar output near 35,100 tons. Delegates discuss sugar industry prospects, hydroelectric schemes, transport costs, and local development as a king’s visit ends with a crowd scene and a revolver scare.

Sowe Tully

Royal visit and Dunk Island talks stir NSW observers

Report of Mrs J A Beadley and others aboard the SS Sunbeam recounting a fruitful visit to Dunk Island. Highlights include women from Tully Hall, praise for growth of the district, and remarks on White Australia policy and connections to Lord Brassey.

Distret Mir JW. Parker Dunk England Brassey Banfield Igh Mle Aruseramy Australia Saint Charley Cameron Kimeson

Davis Cup Trials at Eastbourne Games

London reports July 16 that Mt Fastbourne led the American teams in Eastbourne Davis Cup trial events with notable performances amid Australian coverage.

Eastbourne Games London Mt Fastbourne The Ant

PEEETS FUTURE PLANS.

The article hints at future plans involving multiple nations and events after the Davis Cup, mentioning the United States championships and various international teams. The text is fragmentary but suggests ongoing competitive tennis activity and travel.

Priest's Big Fight Reveals Annual Society Report

The Celestial Communism Society of Cairns held its 430th annual meeting yesterday, detailing a year of relief work and fundraising. The balance sheet shows £60 3s 4d in final relief and £76 income with a 12 26 8 surplus, plus hundreds of meals and parcels distributed to those in need. Leaders and attendees included Rev. C. A. Read, Mrs Atherton, and City Commissioner figures, with thanks extended to many donors and volunteers across parishes who supported the cause. The report notes lectures planned on social reconstruction and religious retreats by Father Caton and others, with scheduling for visits from August to September.

Ker. W. P Mobanthouse Vhairs Capenin Lubre Mvedames Mr. Murray W. A. Callus Nstrange Mew 3 Whinkick Rev C. A. Read Mesdames Y. Menagne J. Baland KA. Athertom A” Parker Snawal Road Cairse EA. Athertonia Moyer Masarem Ald Wk Mra Collins Cairns Inamciel Femiemas Acaintann Ranvener Sectore Dra N. Atraige Sacred Heart Father Alton Five Thorhoe Calera Tem Heavey U.sa Tadlen Teroerone Father Datton Liiton Queennland Northermery Caton Sha Marecha Isit Mossman Dalefron Bahinda Caiens

Bank of France Reformation Plans Approved

Paris reports the Chamber of Paris approves changes to the Bank of France governance and reforms amid Anglo American financial influence concerns. The move signals a shift in central bank control as reforms proceed.

Bank OF France Paris Chamber of Pie

Alleged spy case shocks Tokyo as espionage charges loom

A blurred foreign espionage tale from Tokyo surfaces with scant details. Officials caution on alleged spying linked to a named figure and a former runner, raising questions about motives and charges to be filed.

Debate on Cheap Fats in Schools Opens Critical Supply Issue

Lords discuss supply of fats for schools with Viscount Astor stressing nutrition and wellbeing. He notes butter prices vary by country and argues for affordable fats to support health and stability while examining broader food policy and Australian market links.

Viscount Astor England France Greare

Local Benevolent Society Meeting Notes Turbulent Year

Rev Habenbowe urged unity amid criticism of trust and charity work. Election kept Allan as president. new officers named alongside committee members. governance and future additions discussed as volunteers reported strong community support and ongoing aid efforts.

Street chase case shocks town depicts a woman’s peril

A chaotic chase in Towsville on July 17 ends with a woman pursued by a man near Frimders Street. Alfred Sue’s whereabouts become a focal point as witnesses report a violent confrontation at a barge glow show. The incident leads to an ambulance call and medical attention for the injured woman.

Pushine Alfred Sue Ehuiee

Australia trailed by turmoil as royal crisis unsettles realm

Fragmented text reports unrest around a royal incident with references to McAlahon, Jerome, and an Australian setting. It mentions the Governor, King, and a Catholic priest, noting expressions of relief that the King was spared and signaling broad concern within the commonwealth about the attack and its implications.

McAlahon Jerome Glee Jerome Dubug

Veto and Royal Reaction Reported in July News

Moe London reports Hutler veto and King Edwards reaction to a stormy news cycle. The tone notes congratulatory sentiment and a brief glimpse of the unrest surrounding the royal events.

Beels Allgemeine Zortusg Edward Eames Wapeelal Faormann London Butler King Edwards

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