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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 26, 1932
Page
4
A lively piece notes women hikers led by community figures link Sunday treks with transport runs by the Railway Commissioner. It covers church objections, government plans on franchise changes, relief funding disputes, and a Royal Commission aimed at the industry, amid broader labor administration shifts and stamp duty debates.
A London luncheon by the British Empire Service League honored Sir Granville Byrne and General Sir Ine Hamilton. The event recalled Gallipoli memories and wartime decisions, including evacuation plans and casualty reports, with reflections on leadership and national sentiment.
A surgeon was stabbed but saved an Indian patient during a medical procedure. The incident occurred amid tense conditions at the hospital as doctors continued critical care. Local authorities launched an investigation into the attack and the hospital implemented enhanced security measures.
SQUAWTA May 23 Canada’s wheat crop expected to reach about 13,000,000 bushels according to the bureau data. Conditions cited include favorable weather and growing season prospects for the year.
The Mareeba magistrates court proceedings were postponed to the 26th due to police workload in Herberton. A stray cow case and an incident at Mr Lyons’s dispensary were noted, with a customer causing minor disturbance. Business visitors from Melbourne, Cairns, and Dimbulah also called at Mareeba.
Mrs Bowder Bowden, a prominent figure in Morib and later Coolgarra, died after a long life marked by hospitality and charity. She was a Scotland born North Queenslander who lived at Sherwood House on the Boble River and later at Lancelot Silver Valley with her daughter Mrs Wieland. She leaves three sons J W Bowden A Bowden and Garn Bowden and a daughter Mrs Wieland.
The Diearrameet Conference chair, Mr. Arthur Mrnderman, reports from Geneva in July. He says progress on disarmament was limited and stresses bold action is needed. a feasible treaty remains elusive as governments debate concrete terms and enforcement.
The excerpt discusses harvest progress and sugar content, rising cane prices, and policy shifts. It notes increased valuations, postwar price changes, and hardships for south and rural communities. It mentions a Housewives Association, wartime effects on wages and goods, and a long account of living costs including fuel, bread, and fruit prices.
Adelaide reports a government and private enterprise effort to create employment. A survey shows £34,000 for work in hand and £128,000 for leading projects, with one third funded directly in the year. Citizens and firms describe the program as a vote of confidence in South Australia.
The Land Court in the Crown District, presided by a senior councillor, examined applications by John Hedderma for permission to transfer interest in Agricultural Titeestead No. 1658 and by others for transfers of farms. The court granted permission where justified and set values for improvements and rent levels, listing specific property numbers, owners, and Crown recommendations.
Local authorities in North Wales move to bar advertisements on all buildings outside schools and churches. The decision targets commercial displays and aims to limit visual clutter in communities.
Perfect weather is noted with record low temperatures in Georgetown, including 33 degrees in town and frost at Mount Surprise. Rain is scarce, water scarce, and the farming outlook is poor. At a council meeting Councillor Nimmo moved to reduce the number of councillors by four, a proposal carried unanimously. Dr Doulas appointed to the Dist Hospital staff. The Etheridge hospital meeting set for the 29th may bring changes to the committee. There are 10 nominations for presidency, Horace Best and Mrs E Smith among candidates. The Diannygla reunion set for August 11 to 13 with preparations underway. Racing expected to be keen, paddocked stock noted, and local lead prices impacting ore shipments. Cumberland Mill expected to start next month with dredging plans on Gilbert and Etheridge rivers under review.
Britain spends 16 shillings 7 pence per person, France 10s 2d, Germany 2s 1d 5f, United States 4s 18d, Italy 4s 9d 6f per head. Comparison highlights wide gaps in national expenditure.
Wingfield Sculls race in London saw Wingfield finish near the front in a brisk wind. Australian Cable Service coverage notes the event with limited readable details and names.
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