Port of Cairns High Tides Report
Port of Cairns tide chart notes high tides Jive 14 9 16 am and 9 50 pm plus astronomical references. Mention of moon phases includes New Moon June 18 1 am June 25 First Quarter 6 47 am.
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1928
Page
7
Port of Cairns tide chart notes high tides Jive 14 9 16 am and 9 50 pm plus astronomical references. Mention of moon phases includes New Moon June 18 1 am June 25 First Quarter 6 47 am.
Notes and news detail numerous ship movements and schedules across ports including Melbourne Sydney Brisbane Cairns and Adelaide. Vessels such as The Bembala Poombar Marella and Mombasa are tracked with routes to Java Singapore Cairns and Vancouver alongside loading cargoes of logs sugar and general cargo. Complex timetable entries cover departures arrivals and anticipated sailings from June to August, with agents Samuel Allen and Sons and Philp and Co. named among the overseeing firms.
June 15 report from HR Ane notes increased supply of chaff and oats at Komer Street in Brisbane. Prices vary with several items listed, including oats, potatoes, and wool feed offerings, while buyers and sellers negotiated around 7/7 and 7/3 shillings. Locals describe mixed demand for heavy feed and hay amid fluctuating stock levels.
Weather attracted good crowd as Royals met Wearthhs in a keenly contested hockey match won by Wearthhs 4 goals to none. Scorers noted include Miss Ford 21, Miss 1D. Duignan, Mike FL Moore, with extensive play by Hatty and Lane. Referee Mr. Miitisiy oversaw a tense game marked by breaches and disputed calls. Atherton later defeated High School in a secondary match with 12 10 IH 6 2 tallies listed for teams.
In memoriam notice for Saomths Giraburit aged 18 months from Gorduyyvah, reported June 14, 127. Family remembers him with loving messages from father mother and siblings, mourned by relatives. The fragment notes he is gone but not forgotten.
The Cairns Post argues dairying will become a major financial force in Queensland, especially in the North and Far North. It stresses moving beyond mongrel stock to high-grade herds, adopting Denmark’s model, forming dairy improvement societies, and directing efforts on solid marketing and sanitary practices to lift output and rural prosperity.
The report notes a temperature reading of 77.0 degrees and a high of 87 degrees with varying barometric pressure readings. Humidity and other details are partially garbled, but indicate a warm, fluctuating weather pattern for the period.
A Japanese visitor, Mr K Kim Mateeeretary to the Consul for Japan, arrived in Cairne on Saturday night to investigate alleged trouble involving Japanese cooks at a hotel. He will leave for Syiley the next morning after gathering details in Townsville.
A clipped report from Innisfail June 18 notes a case in Staintons Court before Judge J. Rod ios regarding A. Beaneambles as surety of the peace. The plaint alleges a defendant threatened violence with accusatory phrases issued in a public setting.
A shaky court transcript shows a witness recounting threats by the defendant, including plans to visit the witness’s home and injure property. Police were told twice, and the defense attorney questioned the threats. Judge Aitkin ordered a warrant for the defendant’s arrest.
The Australian report states Francis Birtles will depart Darwin tomorrow for Brisbane, with stops at Lonureach, Charleville, and Toowoomba.
The Stock Exchange received official word this afternoon that the long rumored merger between Castle Main Brewery Co and Perkina Co has been definitely arranged. The basis of amalgamation will be submitted to each company’s shareholders for consideration. June 15.
Sydney reports no further bodies found from the White Bay incident. Eight are believed carried to sea or buried, with yesterday’s body identified as the vessel’s cook Alberto Railo Lat. Surviving crew member Frank Rirapern is said to be progressing well.
Mr McKeenan, a Crowdemvale district pioneer, had a fall Friday afternoon while riding. He slipped across a chair and toppled to the ground under the wheel, sustaining bruises and shock. The horse remained quiet, preventing worse injuries. He is confined to bed but recovering steadily.
The Cairns City Council and Mulgrave Central Mill Co employees contribute to the Queensland Cancer Campaign Appeal. The record shows fortnightly and final donations acknowledged, with names and dates partially appearing, including references to Cairns and district employees and campaign details.
Report of minor injuries during a rugby watch at Norman Park on Saturday afternoon. J O Hoey on the Vos star toppled by heavier players, suffering a shoulder injury. Cairns Ambulance transported him to the hospital for further examination.
At the Laninduil Khawber of Guigwere meeting, Mr Campbell from Liverpool Creek reported telephone connections via Mourilyan Exchange aided district residents and ambulance calls but Mourilyan Exchange failed after 6 pm. A petition demanded restoration of continuous service. the chamber supported taking the matter to the Provincial Inspector for action.
Butter in London market shows steady demand with choicest New Zealand and Australian selections. Prices quoted as New Zealand butter around 172 and 74, Australian at 214 and 194. Cheese remains firm with New Zealand at 62 and 103 as premium due to Argentine shortages.
Homart June 15 reports the Nationalist Government assuming control from the Lyons administration. New ministers include J. McPhee as Treasurer and Hydro Electric head, H. Baker as Education Minister, James as Chief Secretary for Railways and Mines, and Sir Walter Lee for Land Works and Forestry. Honorary ministers in the Assembly are C. Grant and D. Nobb.
London June 15 Hooliganism marred a Union for the Abolition of Vivisection meeting at Caxton Hall Police ejected two after chair man Earl Tankeville was interrupted by singing The Frothblowers Anthem bells and paper streamers. Darts and water buckets drenched both police and students and actress Mari Odette was brought to tears. the rally ended amid cries and stink bombs as officers restored order.
In a Cairns side without skipper Lynch, Cairns beat Mackay 20 in a Parkes Police Park match before a sizeable crowd. Cranny and Dore starred for Cairns while Claxton, Pendrigh and Lang were threats for Mackay as Burns and Roberts shone in defense and kicking.
After a tense jumon period the fortunes flip as Al Donald feeds Ross who passes to Anderson for a try and conversion. Ross shows openings but lacks support while Mackay presses to even the score. Durns exits injured. Poniall and Coote contribute but strict defense stalls progression. Koos delivers a spectacular line break leading to a try as Roberts advances the ball to the goal line.
Burns failed from a difficult angle keeping Ayr behind Bowen early. Ayr defeated Bowen by a small margin and Herndt added a try. Guides began strong but were stopped, and Ayr finally scored a late touch down to win. Ayr advances to meet Eacham in the final in Townsville.
On Saturday afternoon Mrs Moye presided as the State Commissioner inspected Cairne Second Campaign at the Presbyterian Hall. The display featured fine tools and ornamental articles with three patties: Gulaha Magpies and Kooka. Mr Macarthy addressed the gathering while Captain foam and Dorothy Borge man led the colours practice. Con tain Mackenzie thanked Mrs Macartney for her hospitality and the meeting adjourned with cheers for the State Commissioner.
Edmonton Company of Cuil Crunk crew attended dawn gathering at Mrs A residence Caden under Lt Hawes supervision. Attendees included Mro Haver Penthey Back Remon Local Association Mire Murgrave and several Cocaine members. The group displayed a brown quinкраetta age treasure while praising Krate Commissioner and Mrs Langan hosted tea as children enjoyed activities on the lawn before Polmontou.
A wartime church parade at St Andrew's Presbyterian witnessed Reverend BK Park welcoming Mrs. Macartney to the service. The audience included Cairns Second Com and the children’s choir contributed hymns as the State Commissioner met the company. Mrs. Macartney will depart for home this evening.
Sydney June 7 All shipping known to have been affected by the cyclone along the New South Wales coast has been accounted for with the exception of the Corrimal and Canonbar. The Corrimal left Newcastle for Sydney Wednesday night and was seen off the Hunter early Thursday morning. no further report has been received. The Canonbar, en route from Cithbane to Sydney, passed Seal Rocks Wednesday and is now believed to have reached Sydney. agents express no fears for their safety.
A curtain raiser to the main game saw the Ivanhoes defeat the Greyhounds by four goals to one. The Ivanhoes showed speed and science on ice, while in Grade games Gordonvale forfeited to Cruthers and Ivanhoe beat Trinity six to three.
Townsville beat Innisfail 28 to 0 in a one sided league encounter at Townsville on June 17. Despite poor first half handling Townsville surged in the second spell with Lister Hacker and Glover among the standouts. Tries came from King Litster Wilkie Duffey McIntyre and Garbutt two, with Backer adding a penalty goal. Innisfail’s best were Henry OBrien Hutcheon and Rampling. Junior team also defeated Annisfail 25 points in 2.
Cairns Shire Council retains services for an overseer with a 2100 per year salary amid questions over certification and past performance. Debate centers on appointing a certificated engineer to supervise Main Roads work, with the council noting the present overseer, Mr. Hannam, has performed well and the village faces a substantial project cost.
Dr. Cannon resisted voting for the motion noting discussions with Main Roads Board officials who praised Hannam’s work. Dr. R. Simmonds argued the proposal was premature as Hannam’s competency hadn’t been debated. The council lacks funds for a £100 yearly salary and current work justifies overseer capacity.
Dr Campbell argued most councillors believed he sought Mr Hannam's services but his motion aimed to dispense with the overseer. The motion was put to the meeting and lost with a vote of six to five, indicating divided support and unclear intent across the council.
Innisfail June 13 A brawl in a cafe in Chinatown led Octavo Sorli to appear before Mr Aitkin P M in Police Court. Kaview assaulted George Os causing bodily harm. Sergeant Tuohy prosecuted. Mr J T McNamee defended. Arrest evidence by Sergeant Gaffney. Sorli remanded eight days. Bail granted with surety.
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