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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 28, 1926
Page
7
Brisbane reports limited sales at six to nine per bushel with select classes yielding a quarter and one third reductions. A monthly decrease in value appears across the market while a company launch by William Ryan at Onley Toland is planned, featuring a shareholder basket picnic with suppliers in attendance.
The report notes metal prices including tin at 2/64 and 2/8 cents, with American Electrolytic tin at 15.85. A local incident tells of A Murray of Cairns who injured his left collar bone in an accident but received prompt aid. The anniversary of the Methodist Church will seeRev. Wheeler arrive with officials. Cairns Fire Brigade chief Mackenzie praised for quick action at a warehouse fire near the Ancklunt boarding house, saving the nearby woodworking factory from damage.
Mr Roun, on Atherton to Post journey, described the road as very slippery and wet in the first section, with the latter part safer. A telephone link from bottom to top was suggested to warn motorists and a staging area at sharp bends to allow passing. A recent breakdown on a dangerous bend nearly caused a collision, but both drivers avoided harm. The road’s construction was praised for its beauty, noted as superior to many Australian roads.
In Paris on June 26, officials ruled on women’s athletic attire. Knee sleeves are prohibited, sleeves must reach a quarter length above the arm, and shorts must be four inches below the knee, with dark colors required. The decision specifies modest dress for Parisian sports events.
MR Searle and family of Kuranda thank Dr Ayrne Matron and Mareeba Hospital staff for care given to Alice Rearle during illness. They also extend appreciation to all Kuranda friends who offered help and sympathy after the sad loss.
The Cairns Chamber of Commerce at a monthly meeting calls for urgent reforms in the Queensland Railways to improve passenger and goods service for Cairns and district. It condemns delays, red tape, and the Townsville barrier, urging on time schedules and better mail service to protect the state's railway prestige and aid travel and business.
In this Cairns area extract, A H or W Hondace faces drunkenness charges while W Mills posts bail of 4 shillings on a related matter. Examinations at the Petral Institute of Accom show J J Kerr, A Draper Ltd, achieving top marks and readiness for a trial. Cane Prices Board members arrived in Katowna to hear mill appeals with upcoming sessions set in Cairns for Tally, South Johnstone and Mowrilyan mills.
Weather turns dry and warm with rain in forecast while residents seek relief. Reports cite property damage near Einas and cement erosion from cows. Sheep move west to Spring field Station for aid as lumber supplies fail. Local injuries include lacerations from falls and a severed finger from an axe, with medical treatment given and a child convalescing after facial injury.
At the Cairns Police Court on Saturday Jin Molaris remanded on charges of theft from a medical facility. Witnesses testified against another defendant as readiness for a North Johnstone River bridge and a South Branch bridge were discussed, with plans to improve access for Innisfail residents and nearby communities.
A public man in Innisfail warns the Goondi Hill level crossing as a death trap. He recalls narrowly escaping a train and urges immediate gates to stop traffic during train passages to prevent fatal collisions. He calls the crossing a scandal in the railway department and promises further action.
At a large ceremony in Queenstown the foundation stone of a new church was laid. Dignitaries, Girl Guides, church choir, and Lyric Orchestra participated as Bishop and clergy led prayers. The event featured a sermon on Christ as the foundation of civilization and included a technical address on building funds and plans for the completed church.
A sprawling 19th century account recalls a wave of construction in New South Wales, detailing churches, schools, and public works. It highlights labor, faith, and civic pride, noting costs, materials, and skilled tradesmen amid a transforming urban landscape.
The Midiman Reef herders report progress as Keadley and Reid of the Geological Survey, with tools from Grand Fields Diamond Drilling, reach 115 feet. They found solid substrate with coral cavities, suggesting a potential vein and uniform material enabling faster bore progress.
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