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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1923
Page
6
A compact OCR page excerpt lists prices and items across categories such as kerosene, sugar, syrups, potatoes, onions, and beverages. Entries include per unit, per bundle, or per dozen rates with varied notations like 16/0 7h hag and 1/6 Wk, plus references to brands such as GUINNESS STOUT.
A lengthy obituary recalls Sir Denison Miller’s career as governor of the Commonwealth Bank, noting his steady leadership during wartime, his role in stabilizing banking in Australia, and the high esteem in which he was held by the public, the empire, and financial circles. It highlights his public service, wartime contributions, and the respect shown by officials and the Brisbane Stock Exchange upon his passing.
Fragmented OCR records advertise auctions and local sales with scattered terms. Mentions of districts, tick pricing, and transportation hints appear amid garbled names and partial phrases, indicating a board of sale events with assorted commodities and schedules.
The fragmentary market page notes fluctuating prices and labor wages for produce. Mentions include onions, corn, and general street trade with references to local vendors, pricing, and the rough state of trade in the area.
In Brisbane cattle sales on June 7 buyers were active with 2 200 cattle offered. Bulls and cows showed price gains, calves around 70s per hundred pounds contrasted with earlier rates. High quality bullocks strengthened, with some entries selling near 217 pounds per head while cows traded around 17s per 100 pounds. Overall market firmness noted amid variable rates for other classes.
Fragmented OCR from a Sydney auction report notes price comparisons with West cut sales last week. Mentions abattoire, Marslin, and various buyers amid unclear names and figures. context implies market activity and vigilance.
The article reviews wool price trends amid uncertain demand and tariff pressures. It highlights buyer hesitation, potential seasonality effects, and expectations of price stabilization as producers adjust to market signals and global competition.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Renona and soap column references. Names Maine Marti Ove Gamo Tee appear as possible persons or entities. The readable portion is too garbled to confirm events, dates, locations, or organizations reliably.
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