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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 03, 1910
Page
2
Readable fragments show scattered monetary figures and names but lack coherent context. Entries mention prices such as 56 11s 6d and 25 1, with fragmented place names and entities. overall, the text remains indecipherable as a complete report.
The listing shows itemized prices for London retail goods with figures like 3d to £57 and copper values such as £59 14s. The note references individuals Fareed and Elece Wolrth and includes various sums like £149 QS 6d and £130 75 6d with forward prices around £150.
A successful gathering in the Usua Hall awarded trophies and announced the next event. W M Provett Traffic Manager says trains to Mareeba on the day delay to 6 pm to accommodate visitors and show activities. Mareeba grounds open with show ends and return trains arranged for flexible hours. Shere will be closed on Monday next.
Local shop run by Fr W Aumolier offers collar making and repairs with fast service. The establishment on Spence Street is noted for quality articles and well worthy visits of patrons seeking skilled ostensible blee.
A fragment notes Mr. George Green urging brisk commerce and a directive for action. The text implies he should push a rapid trade effort and count on results.
The notice directs attention to Geuoree Lisha's advertisement detailing a special line of rugs for the home setting. The fragment mentions George Lishe and a trade offer but is garbled.
Father Dempsey arrived yesterday to lead a week's mission at S31. Monsignor will conduct Mass after the 10 o clock service on Sunday next. The Rev Father will report to Bishop Murray. The West Crest or West Crestor fielding details follow in the notice.
Proceedings opened with a serous charge as the judge contemplated closing the court. A sergeant named Namars opposed full secrecy, asserting that some evidence would remain admissible. The case was postponed for one week as formal arrest was presented by plain clothes Constable Morgan and the hearing adjourned for the night.
An elderly man on a public street acted oddly claiming sun exposure paid him. officials found his mind sound and he was discharged by the P M after medical testimony. The report also previews a Shire Hall event with 14 star artists, moving pictures, waxwork, and a Cosmorams display at modest prices.
William Melvin appeared in the Police Court charged with attempting a serious offense against a girl. Prosecutor Memory led the case while defence was by A J P MacDonnell and colleagues. Melvin was remanded for eight days with bail set at 100 pounds and two sureties of 50 pounds each.
Clerk of Petty Sessions C P S T W Farnell reports May collections for the district. Licensed victuallers contribute £9 0s. fines revenue totals £15 24s. Police Reward Fund and hospital funds add modest sums. district registrar fees, income tax, examination fees, and stamps accumulate to several pounds. deposits and stamps complete the brief financial roundup.
Fragmentary OCR notes hint at the continuation of a sequence or item labeled latter. Readable names or dates are not clear, but the text implies ongoing coverage or listing from a previous segment within the same page.
Telegrams report a Church of England clergyman being held under church law after police court proceedings at Hughenden on May 0. The clergyman remains in office during interviews and house exercises until a formal ecclesiastical finding or further sentence is issued.
In Rockhampton the Supreme Court found the council negligent in the 1900 tramway death of John Chamas White and awarded £406 to Yorkeshire Insurance Company for compensation under the Workers' Compensation Act, with costs.
Severe coastal weather battered the Brisbane area with a full easterly gale and heavy seas. The Warrego departed the wharf for Burke Town but active sea passage was unlikely before daylight. The Orient liner to London faced delays as conditions worsened.
Brisbane Home Secretary J. G. Appel toured Police Barracks at Petrie Terrace and Home Street, hearing police complaints about service conditions. He pledged careful consideration and said Parliament would decide what the government does for the force. Local officers shown resilience amid hardships.
An old newspaper fragment markets a two day sale with many items listed by price. The ad mentions gems beacons of f oblique names and discount fashion goods including silk, cotton, shirts, trousers, footwear and accessories with prices and days today and to-morrow. The tone imitates a store promotional notice with numerous price figures and product types.
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