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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 27, 1918
Page
4
Turf page lists scratchings and odds as race cards adjust. Entries include Tipaterary Ware Wheels Migh and other horses with noted weights and settings shaping wagering totals. Proceeds and field updates reflect late changes before post time.
Melbourne reports June and following statements by the Prime Minister outlining electoral reform. A new bill to apply to Senate elections is drafted, with war era transferable vote principles. Cabinet has not yet resolved issues on state electoral laws and citizen enfranchisement versus enemy assets. Some federally disenfranchised groups may gain or lose voting rights in bye elections pending referendum outcomes.
June 26 in the Thin Court intay Mr Neal Microsan for Crown Law discussed Tulin Kirwan v Bavleich Estate Swear Co. He sought a special appeal against a Supreme Court order quashing an action against Farleigh mrt Susat Co for alleged revenue loss from sugar cane price disputes. The judge granted a special cave to appeal on the ground of section 42. The fragmentary text includes wartime rhetoric urging aid for soldiers and general charity appeals, with unclear names and places.
The Perth report outlines resolutions from the Interstate Conference of the Official Labor Party. It covers the retention of Pacific passages, peace negotiations with Britain, referendum requirements for certain acts, and debates on national credits. It also mentions opposition to deportation of Australian residents and calls for pension increases and broader welfare measures. The conference plans the next gathering in Sydney, with a 1919 date target unless state majorities vote otherwise.
Fragmented text outlines a June 26 event in Turally Sydney involving miners and a discussion about a dye comment. Phrases mention Dig ejects, sun from sander, pumice, and a press note, but details are unclear.
Report notes Cabinet consent for a bacon factory in the North and plans for fruit canning in Bulimba. Includes figures for returned soldiers 12 and homes 475, land area 120444 acres, and mentions inquest details on four children's deaths with fire service actions and witness accounts.
Probate of the will of James Marslay of Kuranda was granted in Townsville in June to the Police Curator who was sworn in.
Fragmentary, misspelled note touts a stomachache cure with Chamberlain'sTwilets, claiming quick relief and urging usage everywhere without clear dosage or source. The garbled text reads like a low quality health tip from a bygone era.
Fragments show a district grappling with scarce skilled workers and delays in vital maintenance. Community members seek timely assistance from authorities as turnout and concerns rise.
The Tableland dairy stock sale drew a respectable crowd with steady bidding. Prominent items included milking cows and young stock from Emerson's Road and various exhibitors, with Mr J Breit and Mr C M Clarke among notable sellers. Auctioneers Harding and Kenyon praised quality stock and anticipated continued strong turnout at forthcoming listings.
An excerpt cites the National Food Journal on margarine production detailing steps from fat blends and pasteurized milk to cooling, kneading, coloring, and casting. It notes margarine’s nourishing value and compares its appearance to butter, reflecting early 20th century food processing observations.
Last night’s program at The Austral featured a powerful drama The Rew Pearls and a lively supporting lineup including A Bachelor’s Live Story and a modern piece The Lady with the Cameling The revue adores a new program with screen beauties and an emphasis on sensational performances amid a balanced mix of comedy and topical numbers.
A garbled text bundle mentions theatres, hotels, stations, and travel routes around a region. It references Bar ron Falle Kuranda, Teuriats Hotel, Stoney Crock, and Ather Sees ty with vague plans for a play and extended area development. The piece blends names, venues, and stray phrases without clear events.
The Cairne Tetares announce a busy theatre week featuring Bluetheard on Tuesday and Wednesday, Jack Hor ee on Thursday and Friday, and Cinderella on Saturday. Management vows a grand season with an apparent medical attraction and various acts including Mis Walker and Mr Harte among the troupe.
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