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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1926
Page
7
The Sydney metal market update lists copper and silver prices with letters and units, noting electrolytic copper and American electrolytic values. The fragment references various price points and measurements, portraying a crowded, unclear quotation of the three nearest prices and metals.
The Sardine Tin Mines weekly report notes activity near J. Rye Iy with measurements of ore and levels. It records 30 tons and ore in places with 18 inches of ore in Mapes indicators and a North level progress toward crest.
Rain marred the turning of the first sod for the Hrishane Kyogle railway at Casino on June 24. Thousands watched as Mr Latham performed the ceremony with Mrs Latham speaking of the national undertaking and the event as a milestone for the district’s development.
In Brisbane the High Court continued the appeal of Edmund Jowett against his Federal land tax assessment for three properties. Jowett testified about valuing leasehold land and rent carries disputes. the hearing adjourned to tomorrow with the case unresolved.
June 24 report from Brisbane cites Mr. Robinson of the Queensland Government Radio Service stating no barriers to wireless. He showed a letter from a radio fan in Japan asking for perpetual friendship and a prompt reply as he awaited a yearning response.
At Melbourne City Court Dorothy Bowen GM was charged with the murder of machinist Elsie Jean Smillie who collapsed in a Kew fruit shop. Remanded until June 30 with bail set. Bowen allegedly moved to a house after the incident and collapsed as she was removed from the dock. Commonwealth loan subscriptions flowing in steadily.
A heartfelt remembrance dated 1948 honors a sister and aunt. Messages from a loving family speak of beloved kin and enduring faith as they recall her life, celebrate her memory, and pledge continued gratitude to God. The piece expresses affection, blessing, and a wish to meet in heaven.
Lord Stonehaven told Australian listeners not to rely on wishes but to face the unemployment crisis with hard work. He warned against inflated hopes for quick riches and stressed production as the source of wealth, criticizing government handouts and urging fiscal restraint to stabilize trade and industry.
The text hints at calls for more production and backbone to solve industrial and economic questions, while noting rural conditions and cane crops improving after recent rains. It reports on local incidents, weather, cane crushing in three mill areas, a new reservoir site, and a late mail train amid ongoing infrastructure work.
Reader letter argues for building a private property route from Kuranda to Myola bypassing a longer existing path. Writers claim most parties consent and a surveyed plan exists. critics warn against costs and risks, noting no vehicular traffic on the proposed route while the current alternate sees regular motor use. The editor is urged to support progress and local development.
The Cairns hospital board discusses site choices and future plans amid debates over swamp reclaiming and air-building construction. Officials note the cemetery proximity, the Esplanade area, and a potential 21 acre or 21 acre reverse lot for warding, with associations urging progress on hospital and ambulance duties.
A ratepayer letter attacks proposals to widen streets near Mike Cairns District hospital grounds. The writer accuses aldermen of mental imbalance and fears private property loss, urging immediate action to stop further encroachment and preserve public space.
An Innisfail report covers a horse fouling incident with a fine and imprisonment option, plus details of a court fine setup. It also notes a letter from H McGillier, Government Inspector of Technical Colleges, about University Extension lectures and requests to Brisbane University for subject suggestions and possible lectures in Innisfail.
London June 22 Hendry is resting for a week. He has been treated with rheumatism in the right shoulder hoping to be fit for the next test.
Brisbane June 23 The League of Empate linked to the Imperial Union of Teachers promoted a plan for interchanging state teachers between Britain and Australia. Queensland was not in the scheme. Two British teachers were allotted to Queensland but authorities did not approve the arrangement. the project stalled amid complications.
London June 22 The English team for the second Test at Lords will mirror the Nottingham side with Hearne omitted and Larwood of Holmns substituted Macawley instructed to be present Reuter
London reports detail a long selection meeting where all six selectors debated the possible players. The committee weighed thirteen available names and narrowed the choice to Holmes or Sutcliffe, with changes to Hearne and Sandham noted and the aim to avoid a slow right-handed bowler in the final eleven.
The Air Ministry reports remarkable experiments at Southampton with Courtney's auto-gyro invention. There is strong probability the device will be adopted for all non and fighting machines.
The article surveys postwar shipping challenges highlighting Mediterranean steamers and Atlantic routes. It notes the need to source ships from America if British coal supplies fail, and discusses the broader impact on transport, industry, and trade, including the role of the United Kingdom and allied powers in rebuilding networks and meeting energy demands.
The Jocat branch of the Seanen Union exonerates Mr. Tom Walsh from alleged charges. A committee report based on an interview with Mr. Bellemore of the Labor Exchange concludes Walsh is not guilty. Johannsen defended Walsh amid hostile interruptions.
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