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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1921
Page
4
A fragmentary OCR note references Hamlyn Donnell Hari Solicitors and a firm named Pus Trucking with unclear action. It provides no clear date or place and lacks coherent events or outcomes. Further readable context is needed to form a complete item.
The page lists metal market quotes from London with copper tin and zinc prices and forward desks. It notes an upcoming special meeting and election of harbor board representatives in Sydney on June 16, with polling day details and civic notices.
Byron Bay notes a busy sale of lucerne hay chaff and pig products, with prices fluctuating amid heavy rain. Hides and tallow described as active, with higher rates for better lines, while damp conditions limited demand for poorer stock and some shipments were delayed.
A historical wool market update shows mixed demand with mid quality grades selling sluggishly while finer merinos and higher grades hold firmer prices. Full wools move at a slower pace. buyers show cautious activity amid uncertain conditions and variable regional prices.
The Post argues Imperial Conference debate shows a conspiracy to undermine the Empire. It cites Sinn Fein EW W's and “parlor Bolsheviks” as agents of upheaval, warns that Australia would suffer if Britain breaks apart, and urges vigilance and knowledge to counter ``death by own action`` clubs.
Cairns and district notices recount council meeting plans, arrivals of St Albans and Wyreema ships, auctions for kitchen ranges, real estate offerings, social events at Trinity and Blackheath, band performances, and civil matters. The report mentions a remanded man in Cairns Police Court and community updates on weather, entertainments, and public notices amid a bustling local scene.
A fragmentary report mentions Mand Hywoyta Toe and a nicer electing of gl ni spate sPinwin around Abbar Street with unclear details. No clear names or dates are established.
In Brisbane on June 16 the Arbitration Court led by Justice MacCowley issued a wage award. Increases granted, hours reduced, and concessions made for hospital staff. Nurses in hospitals gain increments from 329 to 485 pounds, with matrons seeing rises to 70 pounds in larger hospitals.
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