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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 18, 1928
Page
8
Melbourne reports a June 17 dispute as unions plan to replace volunteer crews aboard the Arkaba and other ships. Brisbane station indicates volunteers may be paid off and replaced. officials discuss pension provisions for non veterans and compensation on arrival at ports.
June meeting of the Innishfail Chamber of Commerce considered rail motor service to the North Coast line and a connecting link from Taogan. Members debated cost, potential sugar industry benefits, and possible routes via Mundoo Harbor Junction, with plans to place the topic on the conference agenda.
Brisbane June 15 Minister for Mines A J Jones commented on Sir Neville Mowee’s statement about an oil prospecting boom. He warned the public against speculative schemes and criticised unauthorized actions. He defended state control of mineral and oil production and questioned federal interference in cases of subsidies or wealth transfer.
A Cairns gathering last evening featured Me Sitney Sun and the Cairns Cancer Campaign Band providing entertainment to boost funds. The event, opened by Mayor Collins, included Mr Dan’s exhibition acts and musical interludes by two bands. Despite strong attendance elsewhere on a regional tour, Mareeba and Atherton showed limited local support, leaving Dan disappointed in the reception of his fund raising efforts before heading to Dulsinda and Tully, then Sydney en route to Fiji.
June 16 reports indicate cattle losses and deaths in trucks from suspected poisoning. A cattle owner, identified as Mr Cuntance, laments the tragedy as beasts previously infected by boas suffered illness and death after arrival. A cattle carrier from Alma-Den traveled to the local market, discovering some cattle dead upon opening the crates. The Blackstone Siem collegee is venerated, seen as a place of devotion since Mohammed’s era over 1300 years ago.
A Brisbane Synod debate centers on the Church of England constitution and its relation to Sydney matters. Key speakers warn that rushing changes could undo twenty years of work toward national church unity in Australia. Canon Walter Thompson and others defend慎慎慎 urging careful handling and trust in the process.
Brisbane reports that representatives from Great Britain Ireland Canada South Africa and tropical colonies will join the British Empire Forestry Conference to be held in Australia this year. They are due to reach southern ports aboard the Leepenvillting of Antgeet on September 19 for a two day stay. They will visit the Tasman State Forest to inspect and discuss forestry developments in the region.
Sydney June 14 The Royal Commission investigating alleged federal seat purchases for consideration heard from ex member Malony in the Dalby seat case. Lamb cited a 4 825 deposit issue as the amount involved and questioned motives behind returning the money. Mahony denied public accusations linking him to Lambert’s claims and said a newspaper misquoted him. The hearing touched on pressure tactics and party dynamics as witnesses described meetings and potential resignations. The testimony then adjourned to Monday.
Bob Blackmore led a Cairns club standout week end that saw him win the Men’s N Grade Singles final and pair with Gelly in the Men’s A Grade doubles, while Mrs Gummow and Mrs Grathen reached the Ladies Doubles final. Other titles and semi finals featured Blackmore, O Neill, Hayes, Mayes, and Thompson, with Cairns UC defeating Cairns B in team play.
England defeated Queensland in the decisive home game of the England vs Queensland international contest. The match featured strong play from both sides with England's defense facing a tough Queensland attack. At half time England trailed 10 to 4 but rallied in the second half, producing a solid team performance that limited Queensland's chances and secured the win.
Brisbane June 17 The Australian selectors pick the full in wing team for the last test after roll back. Listed are players with broken names and misprints. English side to be selected after Wednesday's Koowieh game. Parkin has a broken thunk. expected three weeks before return. Queensland beats New South Wales 6 2 in the first interstate test with a spirited, attractive performance.
North Queensland team selected to face England in a Saturday match at Townsville. Full back J Gihower joins J Derien Crnmindail and T Barnes among Towneville players. half backs B K Darker and L Litster. forwards A Melmyre Edwards and BF Wilkie. reserves include Macks HL Morne and Koos. Team assembles June 26 under coach A Foley.
June 14 special Seamen's Union meeting discussed crew plans for the Commonwealth lighthouse service tender Kyogle with civil servants. No official statement issued but decision to stand by restraint on employment unless conditions match seamen offers. Also urged workers not to apply for petitions on Kyogle unless required, and warned members not to engage in related print craft work. An eight ton airliner carrying 18 passengers recently made a Paris to London run in 10 minutes.
A four-boat named the Alan Cobham broke at the peak of its swing at a London fair. Six occupants were thrown outward, three died instantly and another died in hospital. Several children and others were knocked down in the ensuing panic.
In Canberra on June 15 a large crowd welcomed the Southern Cross team upon perfect landing at the Biitro Military College. Prime Minister and Mrs Brace attended as dignitaries and Captain Kingsford Smith led the reception. The Prime Minister presented a cheque for 25000 while speakers praised the aviators for boosting Australia’s standing after their successful flight.
Melbourne June 15 delays in the centre engine of the Southern Cross hindered a wirepartuane lift for nearly three hours this morning. Despite attempts the engine only ran briefly as fog and ground conditions affected the start. The craft taxied, then rose above cheering crowds and headed to the city where a wreath was dropped at the Victoria cenotaph site in remembrance. Kingsford Smith announced overhaul in Richmont NSW would take about six weeks before a New Zealand flight.
A Commonwealth Government committee, chaired by Mr Bruns hil and including Wallon, Peter Tait, and others, reported on imported maize and the farmer’s position. It found that drought and market manipulation by speculators reduced farmer benefit, urged temporary duty suspension for imports, and proposed a sliding rebate and statutory declarations to remitted duty when maize fed starving stock. It discusses duties of 1/8 per cwt and potential reductions or remittance tied to declared feeding use.
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