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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1930
Page
8
A morning fire near Atherton caused alarm at the Commonwealth Avenue area. Responders acted quickly as crews worked to contain the blaze and secure the scene. No injuries were reported, and investigations are underway to determine the cause.
A garbled OCR fragment references a Bretnant Serpent, a ship, and several named figures including Te Leek and Berney Haj. The text is incomplete with many unreadable words, but hints at maritime activity, a hunt or pursuit, and possible salvage or pursuit events involving Crew and a company Seeker Me Rack.
Fragmentary obituary for G Morris with numerous garbled names and locations. The legible bits mention relatives or associates and scattered place references, but the overall content is unreadable and incomplete.
A fragment from the Brisbane desk notes a July 27 event with a 9 bit reference and unclear details about tee and Darstingly Rleses, mentioning Mel. The readable parts indicate coverage of a local contest or competition with names possibly blurred or garbled.
Fragmentary OCR text reports a Todleweight championship with names like Viaae and Suereaite though details are garbled. It mentions a corner, a note of a match or race, and unclear references to a team or event. No clear outcomes or participants can be confirmed from the readable portions.
In an industrial court hearing in Brisbane the Crown argues for a reduction of public service wages as a corollary to the Crown’s aid for wage relief. Justice Wells hears that Treasury conceded a need to adjust salaries and hours, citing fiscal constraints and the aim to maintain employment and service levels. The Crown seeks a wage reduction and revised pay scales for officers, while noting previously approved increases and surpluses in some years.
London July 25 British competitors dominated the Round Europe air race with Captain Mroad in a Gypsy Moth leading, followed by Akawere in another Gypsy Moth and Charm in a Gypsy Aven. Weather conditions, including light rain, made the contest extremely difficult for all entrants.
In London on July 27 Avant won the European air race finishing three minutes ahead of Butler who faced a propeller failure. Thorn followed closely as crowds cheered. Names listed include Andrews Burgland Poss Basewald Final France Archduke Hugsburg Bourbor and others. A crash at an aerodrome killed the Woe Offerman and passenger somiske. In Warsaw on July 26 German flyer Poss arrived ahead in Thorn road and Butler, with a broken propeller incident.
Brisbane on July 28 reports Golden Casket draw No. 24 showing first prize to a syndicate cared for by Fahey General Hospital Stamhorpe, second prize to Nugment syndicate Fort Mashford Bondy Sydney, and third prize to What You Reckon Sydney syndicate UC Nicholl Selwood Rusalic Brisbane.
Melbourne July 2 AMWU Executive Committee issues a manifesto urging passive resistance to award terms. It states members should not accept employment under the Dethridge award if it contravenes union principles and reiterates a commitment to arbitration and collective bargaining.
The text reviews government support for a fund with no cost to contributors, including a subsidy around 2000 per year currently, rising with broader participation. It notes sick leave liberalization, recreation leave benefits, extended leaves after long service, and adjusted working hours for various state services. A court session considers salary variations and union access, with an adjournment granted to allow union review.
Grisane July 27 Archbishop Luhig criticized press focus on recent sports heroes while dedicating an extension to the Luretts Convent. He urged equal attention to scholars and workers, noting the new 440,000 building adds five classrooms and facilities, with costs around £4750. He expressed hope to extend the project and sustain the school long term.
The intermission report from Manchester records a visit by Sir Edwin Stockton and Ranjitsinghi with the Australian crew. Players enjoy tennis and bowls. Bruce leaves for Australia as Fairfax declines to visit. Commentary notes strain on a bowler and expectations of fitness for tomorrow. Weather teases rain as Oval test looms.
Rain halted the Test match progression with wicket inspections planned for 180 pm and 4 2 pm. Weather worsened earlier, covers kept wickets dry yet damage feared as spectators watched Australia 345 and England 5 for 228 with ongoing delays and resumed play debated.
Spall discusses seeking British investment to reopen gold fields in Northern Queensland using modern methods. Strack believes Lalor and Woolzar zones hold profitable potential with deep sinking. He notes London financiers' cautious stance due to labor troubles but expects confidence to return. a British firm once offered 2,250,000 for manufacturing plants and 3,000 workers, yet a final adverse decision halted the plan.
Sydney July 27 The Federal Labor Party declares it will take a definite stand if the Senate blocks measures. Customs Minister E Fenton warns against serious confusion or rejection of immediate bills. If conflict arises between Houses, a double dissolution may be invoked.
Adelaide July 27 During Smoke O at Yatala prison yesterday morning two inmates John Charles Stewart 25 and George C Allen 23 attempted to escape using a torn iron fence and a hook. Warders spotted Allen atop the wall hauling Stewart up and they were locked in their cells without further trouble. Stewart is serving a murder sentence and had escaped before. Allen is serving ten years for shooting at a police officer. A related case concerns Viki Hakullinen serving seven years, with a Court of Criminal Appeal quashing a sentence after two and a half years and seeking government compensation for wrongful imprisonment.
London July 25 The Prince of Wales left Henrtom to fly to Carfforvon to open the Royal Welsh Agricultural Show but bad weather and other conditions forced a stop at Wingham midway. After waiting about two hours he, on ministerial advice, abandoned hope of proceeding and returned to Henden. The Prince had never before postponed or abandoned an air journey.
Three bank robbers who sprayed attack devices into a Republican National Convention crowd two years ago were killed today in a related incident tied to the case of James Smith, the city’s popular traffic policeman. A clerk released tear gas devices during the confrontation near Trust Company offices, wounding several citizens and leaving the motive unresolved.
July 28 report notes the Industrial Court will soon hear claims for wage reductions for state school teachers. The case outlines ranges of pay and ages, with details on training college staff and the impact on teachers aged 21 to 22, indicating proposed cuts and classifications tied to lower grade years.
Police state that at the contest court Jann C. Dawson or Frankine aged 29 faced alleged large sums of money. The supervisor of the telegraph was mentioned in testimony as part of the case proceedings.
A fragmented dispatch from London reports a taxi plane crash near a farm location west of Miwon with limited readable detail. No further facts are clear from the delicate OCR text.
The text describes a U S naval battery cruiser designed to carry aircraft in a manner similar to carriers. Designers have not fixed the number of planes, and secrecy surrounds the project. The Navy aims to reveal it without rivals learning specifics.
A Montreal front pages story from a Liberal Canadian newspaper reports dire worries over French Canada under a Conservative win. It cites Prime Minister Mackenzie King pledging protection of French Canada from canal policy and notes Liberal and League of Nations leaders at Geneva criticizing Conservative war policy. The piece alarms voters as the Dominion braces for election outcomes and foreign policy tensions.
July coverage notes two New Amatrasian teammates shaping the Empire Games team. Australia and New Zealand hope to renew rivalries as one swimmer trains amid cold conditions. Local reports mention Pearce and Don preparing through Friday workouts and highlight a social event connected to Cairan Aunt Races.
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