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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 25, 1928
Page
8
Reports from Colombo say the Jervis Bay arrived with an armed guard aboard to control mutinous stowaways amid a crew of 174 and 15 officers plus 600 passengers. Underwriters eye hull damage costs while Admiralty questions probe the incident and port arrival plans.
Reports from Colombo indicate unreliable cables and mixed messages from naval authorities about the Jervis mutiny incident. Aimed to reassure, officials say there is no immediate alarm while crews at sea remain vigilant and watchful for further updates.
A fragmented World War II era cable message from London contains conflicting statements attributed to Captain and British United News. The text references Jervis Bay, Optus Ha an, and Canberra officials, with denials of unauthorised statements and calls to verify through Australia. The garbled report notes attempts to curb misinformation and preserve official channels for updates.
A fragmented extract questions why secrecy surrounds a mutiny note. It cites a captain’s cables to his agent about stowaways and the term mutiny used repeatedly. The text laments limited detail given the global concern and requests fuller information, noting the period’s grave anxieties.
The Brest to Cannes leg of the Tour de France had 121 starters. Rainy weather and mistimed tactics shaped the race with Opperman noted for steady support. Finishing times list Marcel Bidet Antonin Magne Frantz Dewacle and others, with several riders as high as tenth.
In Auckland the Corceial SConmegtas price rose amid market activity. Local traders report steady demand and a shift in supply dynamics affecting the latest pricing, with several firms adjusting quotes to reflect current conditions.
Ingem Juma and Victoria and Macknade report sugar production figures with parses showing cane crushing progress. Victoria milled 20400 tons of cane for 4159 tons of patent sugar. annual and weekly crushing totals are provided, with a six week period noted and a weekly 7200 ton figure.
Brisbane dispatch reports the Executive Council recommending removal of several sections in the Public erais and advising the Service Commissioner. The move is to be reviewed today with changes in seniority and a substituted agent.
Perth dispatch reports a farmer named Harold Ket on Suet aged 6? was shot on a lonely farm 195 miles from Perth. Hulme aged 20 called at dawn and confessed to constable that the crime occurred 夜 near the farm in the early morning, with details incomplete in the fragment.
The Crimes Act appeals opened before Chief Justice Sir Adrian Kivow and Justices Wings, Gavin, Lauify, Mowers, and Stoke. Proceedings reviewed police jurisdiction, evidence sufficiency, and trial rights amid arguments by Mr. Walsh for Carrigan and Mr. Hems for Captain Broskruge. The case questioned jurisdiction, admissibility of evidence, and constitutional reach of federal offense authority. The court adjourned to Monday morning.
An Officer Baithassen miraculously survived a Royal Air Force plane nose dive near Werdihee on June 22. The craft struck an electric wire and plunged into soft mud, landing safely with the pilot unharmed after an hour’s delay and medical attention.
June 22 report from Mexico states ten federal soldiers and 22 insurgents were killed in an hours long battle near Huertas Jatlaco State with thirty wounded. The clash reflects ongoing unrest and heavy casualties on both sides as authorities pursue insurgent groups.
A large gathering at the Tully Mill blocked cane cutting as a dispute over field workers and union commitments emerged. The protest arose weeks before work began and hindered the start of cutting, with the union failing to secure a firm commitment from workers.
A foggy, error-filled report details a tight rugby league match where Ivanhoes beat Brothers. Key players include D. C, K. E. Christensen, Davidson, and Glasgow, with forward units led by Son and Bradston. Final moments featured late pressure but a decisive try remains unconfirmed.
Mailbag robbery called the greatest in history is reported from London with suspects, a missing leader, and damaged bags found. Details remain unclear as investigations await reporting of losses.
In a fast game at the Brothers-Ivanhoes dome, Brothers and Ivanhoes played a balanced contest with multiple near misses and strong defense. Key players included F O Neill, A Christensen, J Anderson, M Burns, J McDonald, and K Kitto as both sides pressed for a late score. no winner emerged by full time.
General items report the Ilishmen winning the first tent on Saturday fueling support for the North Queens game at Fewneville on Saturday. Kickoff is 3:43 pm with a pre game kicking contest between Hagland and Northenland. Referee Broadiam, who handled Brisbane test, will officiate Northern game. Edwards Hanecca and O'Brien join the mail train at Innisfail. Purcell wired Northern 5 for Saturday and may attend under medical care. W Jones replaces Purcell as front row forward. Cairns Senior standings list Ivanhorse Brothers 6 Trinitys 6 Gordonvale. Mossman will face Cairns and the Cairns representative B team. H team later. Townsville results Estates Brothers 8 3, South 11 5 over W.S.A. Inn senior game Souths beat ... gate receipts noted with North Island record. Gate for the 5 Club fixtures and Cairns gate £4 recorded.
Special trains conveyed thousands of football enthusiasts to the metropolis. Gates opened nearly five hours before kickoff and 16,000 people surged for early admission to gain vantage points. After a keen contest England secured a homeric struggle for supremacy and won 16 to 12.
In a rough international rugby match, England defeated Australia 10 to 2 after early English penalties and a late pushing attack. The game featured multiple stoppages, contested scrums, and notable action from players like Craig, Sullivan, and Askin as both sides pressed for scoring chances.
In a tense half and final minutes, England trailed Australia but rallied after a string of passes from Edwards to Armbruster and Freestone. A late England point swing put England ahead 15 to 12 as Sullivan sealed the win with a decisive free.
Fragmentary London report dated June 2 notes repeated phrases about rest and a reference to Jardine and Howe. The text is garbled with unclear actions and lacks a coherent event or outcome to confirm. Further readable context is needed to identify persons, places, or stakes.
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