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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jun 21, 1928

Page

13

Turbulent Shire Meetings and Railway Talks Stir Community

In the Etheridge and Croydon shires, officials debated boundary changes and funding while planning future rail and road works. Movement toward a permanent staff and potential reorganization of shire areas surfaced amid concerns over costs and local industry impact. Notable figures included Crs Kimmo Kershaw Melvor and Brew, with visits to Greenvale and Croydon to inspect proposed erasures and boundaries.

Piheridge Croydon Tentarla Etheridge Kershaw Melvor Brew Iier Steinke Tin Niles Romerete

Sydney press recounts election, rugby, and charity events

The report covers a parliamentary meeting in Sydney discussing a new Senate, with mentions of campaign figures and parliamentary procedure. It notes a rugby match where New South Wales beat the visiting team 20 to 13, and describes civic events including a reception at Civic Hall and tributes to a benefactor connected to the Thomas Walker Hospital. The piece highlights public interest, charity ties, and wartime context.

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Red Cross Pageant Draws Large Town Crowd

A Red Cross pageant drew a large crowd last Friday, featuring a fashion show and entertainment. Prizes were awarded, and proceeds supported the Red Cross. The program included speeches and songs, with notable attendance by community members and local organizations.

Correspondence signals debate on harbor project and traffic

In a truncated correspondence, officials discuss a harbor project and its funding, noting concerns over cost, impact, and traffic management. The discourse mentions chamber commerce involvement, potential delays, and the need for careful planning before proceeding. Names and places appear obliquely through damaged text.

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