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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1921
Page
5
Ulster Parliament and TVR legislative notes reference loyalty to London. King and ministers discuss postwar export trade resources. The address follows a war era debate with the Houses adjourned after September.
In Melbourne, a heated session of the House of Representatives discussed continuing tariff debates, with amendments proposed to duty levels and a focus on protecting timber and mills. Ministers defended policies while opponents urged higher protections, leading to disorder before adjournment and plans to resume discussions on government proposals and arbitration-related legisation.
A London report quotes Massey discussing possible American aid and the Pacific defense. He cites congressional action and commercial development prospects as part of a broader imperial policy. The interview touches on burdens and protections in Empire defense and future contributions.
A contentious movement in Brisbane seeks electoral redistribution with a largely signed petition. Delegates urge the Electoral Commissioner to review population shifts and ensure fair representation, while the executive party endorses organizing a statewide push at the next state election.
Vague early morning dispatch from Brirdane notes police activity around a town area. Readable bits indicate possible transfer, a monetary issue, and a disturbance near a public place. Details are unclear due to damaged text and missing names or dates.
In Brisbane on June 24 the Commonwealth Arbitration Court heard a statement by Senior Medical Boas regarding postal staff conditions at the Brisbane Post Office telegraph workshop. He said the remarks reflected discredit on the administration and described the stench from a terrace of sour discharge outside the workshop as overpowering.
Fragmentary report of Allied policy and diplomacy as of June sealing hostilities. References to Lord Carson, Greece, and a plan for withdrawal from disputed Silesia areas, with Allied forces and potential arrangements amid tension.
Police Magistrates in Queensland register in the Arbitration Court an agreement with the Premier on pay awards. The plan raises immediate increases for officers, with several salary brackets listed across cities including Rockhampton, Gympie, Toowoomba, Bundaberg, Cairns and more. The accord takes effect July 1 and covers a broad range of police ranks and districts.
A Melbourne deputation urged government action to relieve unemployment and fund works programs. Cook voiced limited funds and stressed facilitating better times. Sailor and navy board discussions continued as two boards prepared to transfer control amid dockyard tasks.
Sporting notes from Hrishane dated June 24 list multiple entrants across divisions including Gunrearig Lobo Teenie Shell Shurk Craw Part Division Some toe Ince Liters Choice Fe Wha Bronze Clatp No Norelax Flawntess Crystal Queen War Dream Noonga Never Down Kent Lad Grey and more. The record highlights numerous horses and contestants such as Humphee and Pure Daman Say Blues in third division events and credits a wide field of participants and titles.
Jem blon Park details Firn Division Gongarne Fourth Divan m7 foc King Pat Second Divis ions Humps Purple Dismond Third Diviciany King 5 Sy Berni Tide Mate Rickley Hesuione lady ta CRICKET.
There will be a scratch match on the rifle lane tomorrow with trophy prizes promised to be remembered at the event. The page garbled a list of participants and scores but confirms a local shooting competition is planned with awards.
Messy OCR notes describe a prize meeting at Naw Australia with mentions of winners and participants. Names include James Aorist, Li Wednesday matches, and various charters. Attorney general and government references appear, but many phrases are garbled.
In Brisbane on June 24, Government warekeeper Mr G G McLannan, who joined the Public Service in 1080, is retiring under the age limit provision. The report notes a theft incident in Ngremre and a local robbery case worth 500 pounds involving Cathie WtiRed, with June 34 mentioned as a corrupted date.
A Cairns rugby league executive discussed a public plan for an excursion to Fateh by train. The proposed schedule lists a junior match first, followed by a senior game against Innisfail with a Sunday return. The plan aims to attract many spectators and provides for options if travel constraints arise.
In a dominated performance Orford secured a ten wicket win. Bettington took four for 48 in the first innings and bowled two overs for five. Jupp hit 102 as the batsmen flourished, while Hobbe scored 2 and 49 for the opposition.
Football fans are invited to Norman Park for two senior games at 2 48 pm and 4 13 pm with junior matches to follow. Admission is 1 shilling for adults and free for children under 14. Referees for the afternoon are listed.
A fragmented report from Charters Towers notes Currie winning the 800 yards, Grilichs taking the 900, and Towers securing the Cup with Cairns finishing second. Other details mention Beattind Grifirh and Currie among top finishers, while Meintyre and TidIe place in the field as competition abounds.
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