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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1918
Page
3
Fragments mention Lawrence of Tree Creek departing by Cooma for the south, Private Ridley gashed, and letters from Jim. Other lines reference Sydney residents, military battalions, and political commentary about land committees and peasant bands. The passage blends personal notices with war era talk.
Fragmentary report indicates government controls on bond purchases and payments affect Cadbury and Bournville production. The text notes 109 men and 13 gills referenced in wartime measures and a failure to meet demand for chocolate, with Cadbury's and Bournville blocked from full output.
The piece recalls a stern, fearless commander known for upholding the Emperor’s orders. He is respected despite injuries, having lost an eye in the Boxer rebellion and being wounded twice in East Africa. He led operations near Kondoa Irangi and earned admiration for personal leadership and relentless conduct.
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