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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 11, 1922
Page
5
The article recounts crew and owners aboard a ship and their plans for a world tour from Australia toward the Solomon Islands. It highlights Mr Gowen and Mrs Gowen as key figures, the ship’s photographers and navigators, and mentions stops, dignitaries, and expected performances.
Fragmented text reports Queensland immigration figures and government stance. It notes 617 assisted immigrants last year, bringing total to 9 107, with remarks by Mr Hughes on the prime minister’s and state’s position.
Ay Boyd states readiness for a full complement of 1680 workers at the unt Margen Company mine on Monday. He notes returning workers from New Zealand and aims to boost copper production, with plans tying to the market and operating capacity.
From Cooktown special dispatch, March 10, farmers unanimously decide to form an operation at Atherton Growers to the south. The Peanut Gul Miguel 2 1s Limited line to Remonstrator Cy is laid out, aiming for returns of 638 to 40 per ton. Demonstrator Campbell to lecture at Atherton to gain cooperation.
Readable fragment notes a cheaper flour trend with price details like 180K sacks and per ton costs. Mentions profits and delivery factors, but the passage is garbled and lacks clear dates, names, or organizations.
A sabotage event near Lara suburb in Cape mall caused a train to sink after an unspecified incident on March 10. No injuries were reported.
The Douglas Hospital board reported the resignation of Dr Sim amid internal discussions. Members praised his long service and stated the process to appoint a successor would proceed with due care and authority.
March 10 report from sriberouch details a tragic family accident in which 13 year old Mendmore was accidentally shot by his brother with a Winchester rifle in their home. The youth died instantly, brother Ari aged 18 reportedly said he would pull the trigger before the shot ended the boy's life.
A damaged OCR extract mentions a botanical topic with terms like Borde phen total yield and highly feduction. It implies discussion of cultivation or pruning but is incomplete, leaving the main event and specifics unclear.
Melbourne reports a youth named George Woods aged 6 was buried alive after a sand collapse at Black Rock beach. Several boys dug a hole near a bank but the shifting sand trapped Woods and he died before help arrived. A painter named Louis Prewshman is mentioned among locals reacting to the incident.
The text lists Methodists district stations in Cairns and surrounding areas with names of officials including district secretary, mission leaders, and spokespeople. It mentions towns such as Townsville and Burdekin and lists roles like president and missionary in charge.
From Innisfail, a March report states Molden of the Co operative Company was injured when his cart wheel got stuck in a rut. The collision tore the wheel and hurled him back into the road. Holden, thrown behind the vehicle, suffered a fall and was unable to stand, with both men conveyed into town.
A chaotic wire service snippet reports injuries to a man and boy from an incident at an unidentified location. Mentions wage reductions, a rental champ owner, and shipments to Cairne amid rising excitement at Coogee. A French trawler reportedly sunk with fourteen crew missing after a bombardment.
The Acting Minister for Kailar releases a statement noting changes in employment provisions. It mentions residence requirements and department instructions guiding selection through the Labor Box system with details about personnel and offices involved.
A Cork court hears a farmer charged with allowing waste food to remain on premises. The council inspector found unsanitary conditions and sought penalties to curb pest problems. Defense argues personal neglect. court imposes fines and costs to deter future violations.
A London cable message reports Hetty Bathgate and Cu redict the world wheat crop will exceed earlier doubts. The note cites US shortages and a sharp surge in shipments and prices, with December figures suggesting strong export potential amid variable market conditions.
Fragmentary text mentions teams and events with names and dates obscured. It references a derby and possible losses or results, plus commentary on individuals and a winter meeting. Details are unreadable, but the piece appears to be a brief game or event notice with partial names.
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