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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jun 20, 1922

Page

5

Nationalists Take Power as Election Ends

Final revalta of Tammacan elections shows Nationalists in control with five seats for the Country Party and twelve for the Socialists. New Country Party claims five seats. Socialists tally 25,884 votes while Nationalists 42,053. Premier Lee forecasts Nationalist support in the next parliamentary meeting amid mixed primary counts and preferential voting implications.

Tammacan Hobart Ational Ferty Comatate Country Party Sociallate Socialite Party Nd Frm Muves Beielourer Nacional Lee Htlootian Ountry Iitso Nationale Fae 'Engi National Party

Court hears case to prevent strike over arbitration terms

Brisbane High Court heard applications to restrain a strike in the pastoral industry. Justice Higgins noted the issues around the Commonwealth Arbitration Act and whether a union could legally order members to refuse work under an award. The adjournment followed arguments about the scope of the award and the meaning of a strike.

Brisbane High Court Vna and Starke Chae Enian Accon Pussorte Red Organisation General Council Auatre- Ai 'Sortin Crashers Association Bérid Msl Tire Higgins Monroe Forvaai Jonice

Agricultural Dept Reveals Carbon Chlorine Treats Bookworm

Washington June 19 The Agricultural Department reports Doctor Hall found carbon chlorine effectively kills bookworms. A maple treatment reportedly removes the parasite with high success rates and claims this method outperforms previous thymol and chemical treatments.

Washington Agricultural Department Doctor Hall Fanson

Better facilities for sawmillers at Yungaburra meeting

An afternoon meeting at Yungaburra Hotel attended by about twenty sawmillers and locals formed to organize timber industry efforts. Mr Trapp urged reciprocal marketing agreements with Tasmania Melbourne and West Australia groups to stabilise prices and conditions. A resolution supported forming a sawmilling cooperative and funding, with plans to appoint two Melbourne advisers and set cash-on-delivery terms.

Sawrailless Willams Yungaburra Hotel TM. Wensley Wax Thehair Timber Association of Tasmania Belbourne Melbourne Orguhowe Himber Peices Aamsnilere Cairns Trapp West Australia N and Co N and Co, Who Wau! Draft To. Tive the Sawmillere Joes Melfourne Ata Company 9

Second International Conference Denounces Soviet Government

London reports describe the Second International Conference denouncing Soviet actions. Delegates condemn Moscow’s policies as contrary to working-class unity and accuse the Soviet government of political coercion and suppression of freedoms.

London Ees Fwid Messrs Thomas Ramsay Mac Change di Ml Saan Hie Iy Mmaner

Return of the Quest After a Long Voyage Amid Strain

Capetown reports the ship Queer arriving after a fatigued voyage. Captain Wild notes the crew endured hardships and a plan to avoid interviews, while the Georgia crew recovered letters and inspected soundings near Gough. A new bird species was found and researchers, including Rev. Rogers, express cautious happiness with the voyage’s outcomes.

Capetown Sam Wild Lid Nesaumeny Voxene Georgia Gough Teand Rogers Europe

Final Roll Call Marks End of Cadet Training Era

A historic last parade honors cadets and officers as the training area closes. Warrant Officer McLean and others bid farewell, reflecting on the discipline and patriotism forged during years of service. The Defence Department cuts ten training areas, reshaping national defense postures.

Feta McLean St Towneyill Hiddi Wall of Life Defence Department New York Tokio Washington Elisena Commonwealth

Sir Robert Philp Burial in Toowong Cemetery

Sir Robert Philp lay at 70 in state before a requiem at his residence. A large funeral followed with Rev. J. Waller officiating. The graveside service was conducted by Rev. Waleed S. The heather sprigs from Scotland were laid on the coffin and placed in the grave as tribute.

Ayrkiog Nater Reber Philp Jong Prose Toowong Liie Her

Cairns Telephone Improvements Pushed at Deputation

A Cairns Chamber of Commerce deputation to Deputy Postmaster General Mr. Templeton pressed for better telephone service. Topics included direct dialing, exchanges, daily delivery, rural lines, and a Cairns exchange monitor. Templeton thanked members and outlined financial and logistical steps toward enhanced service with specific projects for Towne, Bablandta, and Fabricland exchanges.

Mr. Templeton Templeton Hies Chirna Chamber “of Commerce Cairne Chamber of H. B Menara He J. James Ichaietan HB. Templeton DP MG Apeciare Moni Womeey Wf Mayers Drew Stillman E. S. Mi South Mareeba Ora Focal Exchange Walfram-Thambarcagh Waaay Cairns Exchar Tors Fabicland Gerim Temson

End of Conference Hails Rowdy Labor Meeting

Sidney reports a stormy State Labor Conference session with clashes and disorder. The late government reports and committee readings sparked strong opinions as executives debated charges and actions.

Sidney Himes Abe Thurges A. McCirrachargen Saneind

Pro-Treaty Candidates and Ballot Guarded in Dublin

Dublin reports from a Daily Chronicle correspondent indicate pro Treaty supporters guard ballot outcomes as candidates and seats are tallied. The piece notes figures such as Daly and O Callaghan and discusses future constitutional procedures and the Constituent Assembly.

Londem Dublin Dally Chronicle Breaty Rae Wening

The Prince Returns Laden With Treasures From Far Lands

Gibranat June 19 reports the Prince returns from a long sightseeing tour laden with treasures and dramatic scenes. Crowds gather at Paddington as he heads toward the East for further exhibitions with his entourage aboard ships and trains.

Gibranat Paddington Sen Japan Museuim

Big Gambling Raid Targets Central City Housekeeper Fined

Police report a large gambling raid with around forty men present at a central venue. The keeper of the house was fined £40, with sentences of four and fourteen days imposed on others. The event occurred in Sydney on a June date.

Sydney Poel Bel

Public Servants Conference Held In Camera

Brisbane reports a public servants conference was held in camera. Representatives of the various parties were present and no information was released afterward. The proceedings were not disclosed and observers await a definite statement.

Brisbane Patie Servier Amd

Big Medical Law Suit Clams £8000 In Arcadian Case

Fragmentary notes report a major medical law suit seeking £8000 against unnamed parties. The record mentions a hearing adjourned to Wednesday and references individuals such as Dr Geo and Br Todd in an unclear context.

Medien Arcamians Dr. Geo Tisigeilder Gare Toomessaming Todd Wes el

Bank Robbery Case Plea Pails in Confused Report

Fragmentary text describes a bank robbery and a plea from prisoners. Story includes references to a suspect fled during a getaway and a critic’s unclear judgment. Names and details are garbled, leaving the core action and uncertain identifications.

Japan to Withdraw Troops from Peking

Reports indicate Japan plans to withdraw foreign troops stationed at Peking under the alliance powers. The move follows a broad effort to restore order in the region and ease tensions with China and other nations.

Ipesch Pekin Ohi

Towneville Arbitration Court Closes Leads to Confusing Note

June 19 report from Towneville shows Justice McNaughton concluding business of the Arbitration Court and dispatching a messenger. A garbled line references Mount trouble and mentions the gunboat Aldebarar arriving from Noumes and coal transport plans for Wednesday to Trance.

Towneville Mgr Justice McNaughton Aldebarar Jay Noumes Trance

Enamel Kitchenware Catalog and Prices

Listing of enamelware and kitchen items with prices including saucepans kettles basins and trays. Describes sizes finishes and English imports with line items and shop branding THE STORE W1 GOOD GOODS.

Bel Leo Re al Stowrpana Wis Earl Ems Encanel Sooan Fema Wat Wi & Good Goods

Wage Adjustment Hearings Prompt Follow Up Meeting

Justice Piers weighes common formuls for basic wage adjustments tied to cost of living. Justice Power notes proposals from Mr. match may be considered if endorsed. A Trade Union official meeting will be held to review plans and present the unions case before the Court.

Melbourne Jung Piers

Earthquake Scare Sparks Evacuation Urge

A chaotic report from Syd notes tremors increasing near Thermal die Trier with inhabitants urged to evacuate at once. Authorities warn forecasting remains impossible while seismic activity grows and surface tremors become more frequent.

Syd New Zealand Die Trier Provensor Marsden al Omer

Golden Casket results at Brisbane meet prompt

Fragmentary report shows Brisbane securing first prize in a casket event with entries listed by number and judge names. Second and other placements appear, but the legs of the results are incomplete and unclear.

Upper Silesia unrest and mourning mark transfer to Prussia

Reports from London dated June 19 describe widespread mourning across Upper Silesia as a German convoy transfers a cart of possessions to Prussia. Fogs over the countryside, tolling bells, and church services reflect national anger and speculation about future integration.

Longon Daily “Chronicle Siteale Tessona Zeiluner Upper Silesia Ailauaiin Prussia Upper

Bronze Coins Explain Chinese Market Control

Brisbane reports on bronze coin sales where Chinese dealers hold a forceful grip, moving scarce copper pieces at high prices. Officials note a tight supply and rising demand while debating Treasury measures and the impact on local races and trade.

Brisbane Meiners Queensland Romer

Alleged Robbery Case Details and Prisoner Attempt

Fragmentary police notes describe an alleged robbery and a prisoner attempt at suicide. The text mentions names and numbers in garbled form, referencing an attempt at poisoning and an ongoing inquiry with no clear conclusions.

Suicime

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