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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 21, 1936
Page
8
A wartime dispatch outlines a massive naval buildup in the Mediterranean. It notes hundreds of ships including heavy aircraft carriers, destroyers and submarines, with substantial air power and mine warfare assets. The government pledges strong defense and strategic deployment amid rising tensions.
A famed driver suffered a collision during a Parma race with the grand prix program disrupted. Officials reported minor injuries and the event continued after a brief delay as teams regrouped.
A July Brisbane funeral service marked by a Red Flag procession and a Young Communist League presence. A solemn ceremony followed with grave visitation and speeches by party members and local supporters. The event drew exiled and former committee members from various groups and included wreath laying.
A July report from Bucharest cites the Porign Mucmer stating he would not permit Soviet troops to cross through key corridors. He avoided direct discussion on the matter while emphasizing Roumanian ties with France and Russia, and noting strained relations with Italy and Germany.
An old Cairns resident Mr S Young from Henry New South Wales recalls 1903 when machines replaced cane crushing gear at Carve ost. The gathering of residents near the grave of EJ Mawell and comments by Ron Crapenandard reflect regional industry shifts and colonial trade links.
The passage notes Tarjairy and Mr Bake Ambot with references to the acting Agent General of fall stator Dee treme and promotion to Agent General, highlighting an overseas assignment and prestige in the Armg Agentfenerde context.
A shipboard fire at Halttwora Point led to a dramatic rescue as Second Officer and crew battled heat and smoke. W J Noxon directed evacuation while the Pearl sustained damage. one crewman perished and the remainder escaped aboard lifeboats and deck crow. The crew paid tribute to seamanship and luck in the dramatic incident.
London July 18 announcement reports butter prices rising with producers seeking solid profits. Continental stock activity grows as Germany and America act as test buyers. Cheese also improves, chiefly driven by speculation in demand.
The Advocate reports ARU criticism of State Statistician Mr J HL Brigden over tax and wage figures. It defends Brigden’s figures as correct but questions revised estimates and alleges government interference in the 1930 census, with a letter from Mr Hewtin denying labor regurgitation and suggesting political influence on the figures.
An Ottawa style debate unfolds as speakers discuss farm aid for Western Australia and postal relief measures. Thorey, acting minister, defends policy while opponents demand guaranteed support, questioning long term subsidies and distribution. The discussion centers on income support for settlers, infrastructure, and wheat production.
Auckland dispatch reports the Tabor Government recognizes the need for better defences but has not yet acted as Cabinet focuses on industrial legislation.
July 18 reports say Detective-constable McCard of the CVB travels from Sydney to pursue inquiries into the death of Maude Christie age 40 at her Tuross Lake home near Moruya. A post mortem is planned to determine cause. Christie, formerly of Queanbeyan, had been in ill health and was found fully dressed, partially under a bed, with bruising noted.
Bisley July 18 Sergeant L Ruscha of South Africa won the Kings Prize with 271 out of 300. Second and third went to Sergeant J Johnson and Lt Col F Hertey both also of South Africa. The Kulapore Cup was claimed by England with 1113 points. South Africa 1104 Canada 1105 India 1074 Isle of Guernsey 1074 Isle of Jersey 1016.
The English Rugby League team beat Group Ten 30 to 14 at Lithgow after a slow start, with Jenkins Exley and Modesop breaking through before halftime. Edwards Morley Troup and Fuller Finton scored tries, Hodgson converted several, and Morley added late scores as England sealed the victory. Gate receipts reached £387 for the match, part of a total tour take of £32,324.
Maxie Rosenbloom defeated the colored boxer Kelly in a fast paced bout before about 12,000 fans. Rosenbloom weighed 154 pounds and showed staying power as the verdict drew a great reception and cheering fans as they left the ring.
Moscow July 18 thirteen railway employees were charged with criminal negligence after a collision at Kerymakaya near Clita. Two were killed and 31 injured when the June 24 crash became the seventh rail accident of the year at Karymakaya, an important sanction location.
In Sydney on July 19 a wrestling match between Tom Lurich and Douglas Clark at Leichhardt Stadium was halted by police after crowds surged. Neither wrestler secured a fall before the stoppage, with clashes over illegal moves and a third round incident prompting intervention.
An account from the Cairns Alpine Club details a recent excursion amid good weather. The party describe a dawn start, a scenic descent from Smithfield Range Lookout, and a climb to Kuranda at two thousand feet, concluding nine hours after departure. They note the old Alpine customs resurfacing and a decoy planned by the advance party.
London July 17 The Daily Mail reports the Duchess of Kent will likely curtail public engagements late this English summer and then spend more time at their country residence. Police protection will be increased following a sensational Ring incident linked to the affair.
A periodical ad urges readers to prepare for flu and colds claiming the season is here. It touts Double D Eucalyptus as highly effective and details a three way treatment including chest rubs and inhaling drops in hot water. The claim ends with a large sale notice and pricing.
Advertised events notice lists tender invitation for the Ardlynch Hotel lease at Cayrns. Part iculars appear in the adverse columns of this issue. The Tometas Shire Comes offers sleeper supply details and notices from Mc J F Copley and A P Greenfield. Auctioneer TJ Reddam will hold sales on Thursday July 28 with times 530 pm.
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