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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 26, 1930
Page
4
Weekend prices list items including Maids' Black Velveteen Frees at 50 shillings per pair and 39 shillings 11 pence each. Ladies' Good Quality Madaporam Nights priced at 4 shillings 11 pence, Ladies' White Cotton Vests at 1 shilling 6 pence each, and Boys' Natural British Fuji Sport Shirts offered by Meir Sambinm Miers, Stres.
In Brisbane July 24 Mr. Ross Philp told the Constitutional Tule that the executive, through regulations, has sought to supplant Parliament and erode the supremacy of the law. He warned the public face of governance could grow beyond anyone’s control as officials issue more regulations, making it hard to know the law. He insisted Parliament must retain legislative authority.
Rumors say 1200 A hring tex ballock ea road soon and Green Hills to Lymdharse next week. Mining moves slow. Cemberlan Mall delays linger as planning and transport hurdles hinder the expansion and opening events in the area.
July meeting of the above Chamber records a bare quorum with President Lilley resigning after eleven years. Evans and Armstrong back Lilley, while apathy among townspeople prompts talk of limited chamber operations and postponed proceedings.
A reader asks if white clover will live and thrive with kikuyu grass as it does with paspalum. They plan to seed a paddock with the former grass and seek guidance on clover growth and soil benefits.
A Cairns reader urges fair wages and adherence to awards amid difficulty in hiring. He cites overtime abuses in local shops, calls for compliance, and urges reform to expand employment and support workers. Campbell signs the letter.
In London on July 28 the House of Commons debated raising unemployment insurance now to 60 million pounds. Minister Miss M Bondheld said 173000 people gained benefits from recent measures and urged cross party consultation for a solution. Mr Graham White warned of high costs and strain on municipal finances. the bill passed a second reading 273 to 10.
London July 23 A British official press report calls for Mr Scullin to arrive with a clear definite program. If he appears united and authoritative he may guide Britain and parties out of current confusion. Public sentiment remains divided as the government seeks a decisive lead.
The Atherton Model Band held a Tuesday dance at Sharples Theatre despite heavy attendance and raised about £4 to £5. The event featured Miss Thelma Gillman and Messrs Petrobelli and Favier, with G McKeown as MC and charity helpers aiding the band’s welfare. A Sunday club court gathering followed with a lively doubles tournament and various pairings among members, plus notes on members’ travel and visitors from Townsville, Mackay and Herberton.
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