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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1928
Page
7
Port Cairne tide warnings list High Tides for June with varied times. Entries indicate astronomical events and lunar phases including Full Moon Last Quarter New Moon First Quarter, plus dates and specific timing notes for high tide periods.
Fragmentary OCR item reports a port event with ship or boat activity and a schedule fragment. It mentions a date and a numbered entry, indicating a listing or timetable readout. No clear names, locations, or outcomes are readable.
A fragmented list of vessel movements and arrivals. The Canberra and Bombala are tied up at Melbourne. several ships depart Sydney for Cairns, Brisbane, and Singapore, with dates in June and July. Notable vessels include Adelaide Company steamers, Canadian Prospector, Morinda, Changte, and Bar. several sailings reference Fremantle, London, Hull, and Bombay routes, with multiple ships entering or leaving ports and awaiting loading or discharge along Cooktown, Flinders Island, and Torres Strait routes.
A jumbled Brisbane page lists memorials for Mrs Searle and Mrs V Foewis with thanks to hospital staff at Mareeba and Cairns, plus extended obituaries and remembrance lines. It also contains a lengthy, non-cohesive past event discussion on imperial air services, aviation safety, and notes on pioneers Hinkler and Kingeford-Smith, with historic mileage figures and accolades.
Cairns weather figures show a mix of dry and wet conditions with a notable count of passengers and children carried on the rail service for the week ending June 10. The Cairns Weekly Penny Savings Bank reports deposits totaling 7 pounds. Police court notes include a public disturbance charge and a separate case of using offensive language.
Infants were injured yesterday in a mishap near Cairne Lindried Hospital. Noel Chitin and Poa Wolsup, aged 15 months, suffered shoulder and head burns when hot water spilled. Ambos provided initial aid before transport to Ponapell for further treatment.
The Directorate at Mackay, South Johnstone, and Mitchberg coordinate field days this Friday and over the coming days. Officials invite attendees to learn about new varieties and farm practices, with demonstrations planned across multiple sites.
Week end excursion notes show several ecemetons run by the railway department during the week. The tally mentions a minimal turnout at Koranda with four votes, Cremville and Drbadadl drawing modest passenger numbers, and a special train linking the arcival arrival of ti Mivre on Saturday carrying fourteen passengers each.
The Railway Department reports lively stock movements with trains in service. A special train from Mareeba departs today and four wagons from Mangana are due Thursday and Friday. About 12 million animals are expected to be transported in the period.
Cairns notes include a cancer appeal update from the Town Clerk and a visitor report detailing a 24 day journey by sea. The party from Melbourne Sydney and Brisbane, led by A Williams and others, toured Hinchinbrook and Daintree rivers aboard The Mawneta with stops at Schnapper Island and Cov Crown.
The Cairns Post notes the remarkable Kinpeford-Multh flight and companions, hailed worldwide from Britain to America. It highlights public awe at a near-impossible achievement and foresees air travel transforming postal, business, medical and passenger services, shrinking distances and bringing nations closer.
The visit of the Leader of the Opposition to Queensland draws strong public interest and shows organized, persistent support led by Mr Moore. The speech presented solid, familiar arguments for wholesome government and hints at significant political development for primary producers and the people if the opposition’s influence grows seriously.
In Canberra June discussions on the Arbitration Bill focused on voluntary systems as a path to reduce disputes. Mr. Lathan argued only a single amendment would be acceptable, suggesting a conciliation committee for the Arbitration Court. Simpler changes were rejected and the House adjourned.
In a hearing before His Honor Justice Doug, the trial on a cane fire near Silkwood shifted to witness testimony. J. F. Quinn for the Milling Company and J. A. Entriken for the claimant discussed alleged arson and circumstantial evidence. Witnesses described a fire that started near a treeline and spread into cane. some questioned deliberate action while others doubted the extent of damage.
The claimant Bianchi was recalled by Mr. Entriken and gave additional evidence about the nature of his crop. S Panesi was called by Mr. Entri ken and gave his occupation as that of an Italian. Then he said that he was a cane farmer. Some of the cane in Court was ratoon on standover. None of it was under 12 months old. Counsel were more than three hours addressing the jury before the Court adjourned till 10 o'clock on the following morning.
A murder case involving J Slewhim led to a trial at the Mock Circuit Court Drill Hall scheduled for Friday June 13 1928. The X.C.O. Club of C Coy Sst Bat formed recently hosted a discussion on controversial topics amid new speakers. The club plans future talks every three weeks at the Drill Hall with all interested invited.
Australians appear in multiple finals as London hosts event week end. Names like Nanaia Heth Mins and Miss Ryan lead pairings, with several matches showing decisive results. Local competitors from Wool and Basher defeat field, while Pontoon and Northern exchange signals towards the championship.
Britain defeats Germany in a Davis Cup tie played in London. The match features notable players and a final scoreline showing close sets and a decisive finish. Injuries affect team selections as the event concludes with Britain's victory.
The article lists England and Australia players for a Manchester duel on June 8 and 16 with Crawford and Cummings in singles and Hopman pairing in doubles, plus Hawkes and Brookes slated for Beckenham. Several lines are garbled, but the core notes include match dates and participating players.
In the English tourney finals, Lon Daoon and Prine 4 edged The Copy Hil in a close match, Fisher and Hawkes defeated Roberts and Wil, Miss Ryan and Mire Lvertt beat Miss Akhurst and Mics Bovdl, and Mise Akhurst also won against Miss Ryan. Final round saw Crawford and others claim remaining titles.
Prince Captain J th Peavey, noted Civil Aviation pioneer, discusses a new company to begin commercial service between Brisbane and Rockhampton. The venture plans a metal three-engined aircraft, 10000 capital, with stops at Maroochydore and other ports, led by Captain Traevy as chief pilot.
Cairns Circuit Court resumed after a tribute to the memory of former Justice Real who died Sunday. Chief Justice Douglas paid high respects to the distinguished Queensland jurist and noted his fifty years of service as a great lawyer and judge. The court then resumed its business.
A Brisbane report notes a religious procession on June 10 with a large crowd. The event, described as the grandest Catholic act witnessed in Queensland, featured men women and three children marching in the parade amid festive Catholic observances.
The forecast warns scattered thunderstorms between the Calf and the southwest divisions with brief sunshine around noon. Some showers are possible on the Northern coast while most areas remain fine. Temperatures rise in the western half, but cold nights persist in the thunderstorm interior and along the south coast. A new cold wave approaches the western border with variable winds and shifting weather fronts.
The Canegrowers column notes a levy proposal in Townsville to fund local council beet processing. The plan, backed by secretary W Doherty, aims to raise about 1,230,000 in revenue per crop from 44,000 tons of cane.
The article discusses fiscal estimates dated 1927 relating to felony costs and a £6,000 expenditure, urging Cane growers and Canegrowers to consider smaller factions and equitable levies. It notes administrative relief and the impact of coastal shipping withdrawals on sugar stores, stressing the sector faces a difficult season and broader economic strains from disrupted trade.
The passage faulted Sunar industry actions in Mackay North as cause of unemployment and commerce distress across the State, noting repeated checks and responsibility for economic hardship.
At the Johnstone River Rural Society annual gathering Mr. L. J. Dally Mouritgan was elected president, praised for close ties to the sugar industry and his standing in the district. His appointment as head of the Show Association brings broad satisfaction.
A committee elected to organize the show aims to work openly with the public and improve oversight. Past doubts about the leadership are noted, with appeals for financial and logistical support to ensure a successful October event and potential expansion next year. The Stow Association has been revived, signaling momentum for progression. Newfoundland and Hetderta Protane lines are referenced without clear context.
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