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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 24, 1928

Page

6

American Olympic Team Arrives in Amsterdam for Training

The American Olympic team reached Amsterdam aboard a chartered steamer and began training immediately. Australians, including Morris, endured an injury from a glass window incident on a tram ride, while Paris reports list Charlston Hay as winner in the 400 metres event with Arai and Vasei Merplancke following.

Amsterdam United States Morris Paris Hay" Charlston Arai Japan Vasei Merplancke France

Americans Arrive Fully Equipped for Olympic Challenge

July in Amsterdam reports the American athletic armada arriving with top class personnel and discipline, contrasting with Australian training methods. Hyde may return Thursday, Ford breaks a foot requiring rest, and Carlton is praised by Major Walsh as sprinting well during today's practice.

Amsterdam America Australia Marce Hyde Ford Carlton Major Walsh

Battery device costs life disqualification for Halloween team

Melbourne July 23. J Hawk and connections of the Sydney horse Halloween were disqualified for life after a battery contrivance hidden under a saddle flap was found post race. Halloween bucked and caused trouble at the start. the stewards conducted an inquiry and banned the owner, jockey, and horse. Pagan Chief and Lady Craig were also noted in the race.

Melbourne Richmond J. Hawk Sydney Halloween Richmond Morse Hook Haloween Bartire Kelly

Lyon Plans Transatlantic Flight With Red Rose Pilots

Los Angeles July 21 Captain Harry Lyon who navigated the Southern Cross across the Pacific has announced plans for a London to Los Angeles flight in spring 1920. Local residents have offered capital for a special trinitor plane to be built here with Lyon as navigator and Australian fliers Cant William Lancaster and Mrs Keith Miller as pilots. They plan a single fuel stop at New York before continuing to Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Harry Lyon Pacific London Lyon Willian Lancaster Keith Miller New York

Death Reported Aboard Citta di Milano In Berlin

A King's Bay message states a death occurred aboard the Citta di Milano near Berlin on July 23. The deceased’s name is withheld, but he is believed to be Marigno, a member of Dr. Malmgren's party.

Berlin King's Bay Citta di Milano Marigno Dr. Malmgren

Remove Freckles Now With Kinthable Remedy Claims

An advertorial claims Kinthable strength removes freckles quickly in August and September. It promises clear skin by applying a little night and morning, with a money back guarantee if the product fails. The copy warns freckled skin may linger through summer and spoil a clear complexion.

Revolt in Portugal Ends With Government Victory

In Lisbon a new uprising at the Sai Chorge fortress saw rebels and government artillery clash overnight. Rebels briefly seized the guards' barracks before surrendering at 8.40 am.

Losdon Ilya Portugal Lisbon Fm I Sai Chorge Melrhhering

Beven Killed In Mutiny Arrest Sparks City Turmoil

July 22 report states the leader was arrested after a riot. The artillery damaged nearby houses and caused casualties. Seven killed and thirty wounded include two mutinous officers and their soldiers amid chaotic city life.

Silkwood Butter Factory Tender Plans Near Innisfail

July 2 Innisfail steps are under way to call tenders for a 24500 factory to be built near the Silkwood railway station at the junction of the North Coast line and the South Johnstone tramline. A tender form has been submitted to the Agricultural Bank manager for approval and wide advertisement will follow. Shareholders are asked to inform the secretary of the dairy stock they intend to procure and their current holdings to ensure cream supply for the completed factory.

Innisfail Meythet Tuairman Silkwood Hutter Factory Association Silwood North Coast Railway South Johnstone 2Ill Agricultural Bank Cheaa6oclavion J. T. McNamee

Hockey Notes roundup of Greys Aussies Wattles Live Wires Ivanhoes games

Last Saturday's hockey notes report three matches with Greys beating Aussies 3 0 led by Miss Grogan and Miss Huxley while Miss Lyons scored for Greys. Wattles won 1 0 over Live Wires with Miss Reed scoring twice and Miss Moore once. Ivanhoes defeated Royals 3 0 behind Miss A Wallace and Miss H Wallace, with Jones overseeing play and Roy Anderson as linesmen.

Greys Miss Giogan Miss Lyons Miss Huxley Misses N Favell FE. Bulcock FL Hawes Miss Grogan Miss Haws Greyn Mr. W. Jones Roy and Dawson Watfles F. Moore M. Reed Wattles OC Civision H. Wallace Ivanhoes Atart Altieigh Royala Mp Hill Reet Tvanhees A. Wallace M. Gay Jones Hn Messrs Anderson

Town and Country: Cairns Hosts Tour and Arrivals

Alan K Green and Mrs Green from Sydney settle in the House of Mor while Mrs C O Knudson plans a world tour. Cairns welcomes the Kanowna back to the Far North as Truscott renews his ties with locals. Mr and Mrs CL Karudsan prepare to join the journey to the East this evening en route for a world tour.

Alan K. Green Mra. Green Sydney Mor C. O. Knudson Lr. Lareen Commonwealth Department of Health Cairns Kanowna Ace Farris Truscott Kanowna Wireless CL Karudsan Lcene Femperante Uneion Cachung

Kitchen Evening Honours Bride Elect Annie Knowles

A kitchen evening at Mrs Kiernan's Terminus Street honoured bride elect Annie Knowles. Guests competed in paper dressing and other games, music provided by local musicians, and thanks were extended to hosts and Doris Laver for music. Annie Knowles to wed Mr Harvey in a few weeks. she later visits Brisbane.

Annie Knowles Hughie Henderson Messia J. Tracey Cornets Je Knowles Joe Brisbane

Yorkie's Knob Social At Pacific Resort Hotel

Visitors to Pacific Resort Hotel include Mrs Arhouln family and Miss Crossman Tolwas, Mrs Mase Ravenshow, Mr May Smithfield, Mr Howe Tolga and family, Miss Stella McCloy Woupa hurra, Mrs Douglas Nash and three daughters Minhun, Miss Irving Melbourne, and many Cairns locals. The Yorkie's Road approach has been upgraded by Cairns Shire Council with the bridge repaired, improving safety for heavy traffic.

Pacific Resort Crossman Tolga Mase Ravenshow May Smithfield Howe Miss Howe Stella McCloy Cairne Standentl Mater Ameney Cairns Donohue and Son Ryan Considine Bolands Don Cowie Shaup Kayball J. Baldwin Yorkie’s Road Ant O Mare

Gavin Alston Offers Marsh All Shoey for Men Discounted

Gavin Alston announces a 10 percent price reduction on Marsh All Shoey for Men for ten days to clear space for upcoming shipments arriving next month.

Gavin Alston Marshall

Such a Happy Woman Reveals Secret Skin Cream

Irene and Helen discuss a woman’s happiness and youth, revealing her secret is wearing chic frocks and Creme Charmosan. The ad touts Creme Charmosan as a blessing to aging skin, claiming clearer, fresher color and a youthful look at the price of 2 shillings 6 pence per large jar.

Irene Hele Helen

Gordonvale Represented in Hockey Exhibition Match

High School journeyed to Gordon Vale for a Saturday hockey match attendances solid and the school won 2 0. Gordonvale backs made many saves in the first half while wingers pressed in the second half. Misa M Tuclehope opened scoring and Misa H Winkworth added a second. Referee Mr J Mathieson officiated satisfactorily as both teams showed strong defense and effort.

Gordonvale Misa M. Tuclehope Misa H. (Hinckler) Winkworth J. Mathieson Marner

Position of Teams Since League Started in Second Round

The article outlines team standings after the league entered its second round, noting shifts in placement and key performances. It highlights leading clubs, reorders several positions, and mentions standout players contributing to early round results.

Dentists of Cairns Area Named

A historical dental surgeon listing reads as late clerk and partner names, with above Abbott Street address in Cairns. Contact number 505 appears amid the entry.

Eth di Ward Cloutier and Goldfinch Abbott

Murray and Bennett Dental Surgeon Notice

Murray and Bennett, a dental surgeon service linked with A. M. P. Buildings, Cairns, and associated with Northwestern University Chicago Penn University Philadelphia Toronto University Canada, appears in a professional notice listing affiliations and locations.

Northwestern Uni Chicago U.S.A Penn Uni Philadelphia Toronto University Canada Phows Abbotist Cairns

Ladies Felt and Slipper Bargains in Various Colors

Shoe and slipper listings for ladies and men with multiple styles and colors. Includes felt slippers with pom pom and feather pump soles, crocodile grained calf slippers, tan crocodile grain slippers, cosy black glaze kid slippers, and infants one bar felt slippers. Prices range from 1/11 to 9/11 per pair with sizes noted.

Special Travel Goods on Offer with Fibre Cases

Specials in Travel Goods list heavy quality fibre suit cases with capped corners and two heavy lever locks. Attache cases feature metal frame center jock and two clips in assorted sizes. Fibre lunch cases have capped corners and metal handles. Also advertised are Australian all wool fringed travelling bugs in designs and sizes with distinct prices.

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