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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1915
Page
2
The Cairns Chamber of Commerce holds its monthly meeting tomorrow at 4 o clock. Notices include the Living Flag event at the State School Ball and a report of undefended cases heard by Mr A M W O’Kelly J.P. Pelicans shot at Lake Wendouree are noted, along with local ads for Australian goods and a corn remedy from Craig’s Pharmacy Cairns.
Harry Stephenson criticizes Councillor Moody on goats and aboriginals. The piece questions allowing Verrabah parsons to buy meat while others must provide for themselves. It argues goats threaten property and hedges and urges readers to plant hedges if desired.
The State School event is tonight with Saturday breakups. An auction at 3.38 by Mosers A J Draper Limited sells the Rousshold furniture of Mr Pearthfull on Lamisy Street in excellent condition. Also appears notice of Mr A N Waddell Babindi entrusting his brother to run the business during his absence, cash terms only.
King and Country report outlines ongoing recruitment shortfalls and monthly target of 5300 soldiers across Australia. Details specify state quotas for Queensland New South Wales Victoria South Australia Western Australia and Tasmania with age and physical requirements and daily pay rates for ranks from Lieutenant to Private plus separation and family allowances for spouses and children.
Enlist day notice announces Nurse O'Dyane resumes practice as Ladies Xerae at residence MaLacd Bireet Boome To Let. A June 1916 ceremony at Cairns Presbyterian Church, conducted by Rev. Sanvusl Mr. Mitchell, includes Williamses and the second sons of Mr. and Mrs. George of Rendistrest, Cairns, to Gros Newry, eldest son of Mr. George Fase of Normanton.
The article discusses Federal Government plans for compulsory voting and related electoral issues in Australia, arguing the move is supported by many critics who see it as a path to democratic clarity. It notes Queensland electors rejected extending parliamentary terms, while Townsville Show entries and cattle dog totals are reported. The piece also mentions throat remedy advertising appended to the page.
Future Finance in Brisbane reports a discussion between Treasurer Theodore and Premier Holman on raising future loans and securing funds for public works. Theodore’s Melbourne trip reportedly related to this topic as a solution to grain shortages and city water supply issues.
A brief notice hints at a potential appointment regarding a remedy for a child’s illness. The text mentions Woods’ Repeunt Cure as a referenced treatment and notes uncertainty about the exact date or authority. Further details are unreadable.
On Saturday night Frank Winters was badly injured when his horse shied near Koorboora Bamford. He sustained severe facial cuts and a torn eyelid, with head gashes. He was taken by horseback to Irvine Bank for medical aid due to no trains running on Sunday.
A circulating letter from the Country Party secretary reaches Liberal Party members causing debate over its meaning. Members say the document invites cross party cooperation while others note Country Party attendance at a meeting of anti socialist supporters was unlikely. The issue centers on party organization before elections and the interpretation of the invitation.
Brisbane reports the Treasurer Theodore declines to commit to any statement. He is asked about a promised two million loan from Mr Fisher and about abattoirs and railway works. he replies that he has not been south to inquire about the loan and emphasizes large projects would proceed independently of any loan.
The High Court heard a case alleging forging and uttering a tender for army supplies. Arthur Kidman, exporter, faced charges of signing and submitting a tender in another’s name for military needs at Liverpool concentration camp. Witnesses included Crown counsel Mr Kolin and contractor T. C. Crowe.
The Melbourne Hunt Club opened its first charity meeting with a brisk yet uneven pace. Royal Arma led the field in the Ghiel event with a four length advantage as Demossy rode to victory.
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