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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 14, 1929
Page
9
A fragmented notice details travel issues from Ceres to Towesville with delays reported on Friday. It references Melbourne and Brisbane in scattered terms, but the readable portion confirms a planned movement impacted by unspecified factors.
Brisbane buyers show cautious demand as lucerne hay and other produce sell slowly after weeks away. Prices range from 4/6 to 5/3 for lucerne, with small quantities of potatos and old grain noted and maize supplies easing under uncertain rainy season conditions.
Market notes from Sydney indicate three months Coppes at £51 16s 10d, 3/14, with elect and rib bars priced around £91 10s, best and lead figures uncertain. source text appears fragmented and lacks clear events or names.
In Innisfal I March 13 C C Collis chair of the Goondi Growers Association states the affray over the ASFA relief is not to be exploited by the Canegrowers. He notes South Johnston mill has contributed on every ton of cane milled and urges proper consideration of farmer interests.
An editorial urges Australia to expand trade avenues and embrace overseas markets. It condemns isolationist policies and the “self contained” approach, arguing national wealth depends on outward engagement, migration, and a forward opening up policy supported by sound governance.
The majority report of the Commission on Commonwealth Child Endowment has been presented to Parliament. The published precis notes exhaustive inquiry across humane and economic angles, weighing arguments on taxation impact and industry burden, warning of inequitable direct taxation and hardship.
The speaker argues that child endowment would overtax the public and burden industry. He stresses the duty of citizens to face responsibilities and warns that those pushing the measure shift costs to others. The report calls the matter grave and not lightly entered at popular demand.
The bridge over the River at Stratford will be barricaded at both ends and closed to vehicular traffic on St Patrick’s Day for a pedestrian only conversion. Railways officials announced plans to convert Ravenshoe station traffic, with adjusted schedules and a stationmaster on duty. Weather notes from Cairns report 66 degrees and a dry, breezy afternoon.
Mr Harry Hill seeks to erect a swimming enclosure opposite the block between Minnie and Upward A after a recent application for baths on the area. The plan received two more applications and a committee was to review the proposed construction.
Several small debt cases appear in court with plaintiffs named Gret and others for goods supplied and delivered, including Charlote Ann Grace and J McGrath. The report notes a lodge gathering despite wet weather with plans for visits to various lodges, social events, and discussions on forming a sports club and annual meeting details.
A patient was remanded to Goodna Mental Hospital by Cairns Police Court after being questioned about letters and alleged references to the Premier and Norman Park Boarding House. Witnesses described conversations as the patient admitted to charges and claimed scapegoat treatment.
Painful extraction noted as a tax matter from a dentist. The issue is to be dealt with by the Taxation Department. The document references a WCOME tax related to the dentist and the required action by tax authorities.
The Innisfail Barber Board adopted new by laws at a special meeting on Tuesday. The by laws fix dues and are open for inspection to any person for a period of 2 days at reasonable times. Mr Damn of eB trac will visit Innisfail in April to discuss assignments and related questions.
London dispatch notes a photo appearing in morning papers showing the King seated in a chair in a room associated with Balm House. The Daily Express reports the King’s efforts to regain full health despite ongoing illness and breaks in routine.
A fragmented notice describes a fatal train related incident. The text mentions an overturned boat and the discovery of a deceased person later, with confusion over whether Buemakan survived or was missing. The report notes the death occurred in connection with railroad activity and an earlier boat mishap.
A note on British elections shows relief of 170,900 pounds allocated for advertising. The article discusses party states and the ongoing gamble on results as the Con party status is outlined.
London March 12 The Air Ministry declared the Moir and Owens Vel lore biplane airworthy. The pilots plan exhaustive tests tomorrow and expect to depart Lympne for Australia Friday or Saturday morning.
A funeral service is planned for a 75 year old at Herberton with burial at 1 pm. The notice lists the date as today and emphasizes a private family ceremony.
The Innisfail association discussed improvements to its office including a strong room for member papers. The chairman urged a published report of the association, noting strong finances with assets around 48000, and plans to match last year's cane production.
The Cairns police held a presentation for retiring officer Mr Doherty with praise from Sergeant A Hee and Covanties colleagues. A fountain pen, a fonshade for Mrs Turner, and tributes were presented as part of the ceremony before Turner and another constable depart for Babinda and Toowoomba.
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