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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 17, 1925
Page
5
A damaged ad fragment from Mackay and Co. Ltd jewellers in Brisbane notes quality is fret, merchandise not handled, prices are limited, and the shop claims to offer cheaper items though caution is advised. The text is garbled but indicates a sales pitch with warnings about pricing.
The report records ore samples at the northern end of the main tunnel showing one foot of ore assaying 1 or more dwts of gold and the southern end noting seven inches of ore with mixed values. It mentions shafting progress and a January four timing for shift work and a sandstone drive continuing.
Commercial notes from March 16 at Roma Street maize market show prime maize cleared at 2/10 and weevily maize at 2/74. Messrs. Allen and Son report receipt of a telegraph from principals and list sale outcomes held in Huidhane with prices including 2/- and 4/ and last report seals dated April 1.
Sydney March 10 Cecil Aven aged 22 was charged at the Central Court with murdering his sister in Redfern. The accused who was badly stressed was remanded to March 30. There is a possibility that the daughter Alice will recover but it will be some days before she can be questioned. Commonwealth Line sale discussed as the Commonwealth Shipping Board chairman frames plans for selling steamers.
A fragment from Sydney reports a proposal submission for a grant related to bridge work and drainage at the anatom honors site. The note describes confusion over required standards and government expectations, with references to Levens and funding decisions and a lack of final settlement.
A jagged OCR excerpt mentions names and phrases with uncertain meaning. The readable parts hint at a narrative with personal names and cryptic lines, but no clear event, place, or date is discernible for a coherent summary.
A terse fragment from a local page notes an upcoming event with limited readable details. The snippet mentions a date or schedule loosely and references potential participants or groups but lacks complete names or places.
The piece questions if Tasmanian and Western Australian secession ideas reflect broader public opinion and whether separation proposals are feasible. It argues loyalty to the Federal principle, notes regional discontent with Canberra, and urges federal unity under the Hughes era policy to strengthen national cohesion and shared interests among the six states.
The report notes March 17 high water at 42K 343 jn and revenue details for customs and miscellaneous items. It records received amounts, duties, and fees totaling 9949/5 with other revenues and weather impacts mentioned.
The Port of Cairns reports the arrival of the line steamer Tanda earlier than expected. Observers note the vessel's mid day docking and the steady activity surrounding its arrival while authorities review standard procedures.
Weather across the coast shows cloudy Pacific slopes with patchy showers and strengthening winds offshore. Obituary notes the funeral of Mattick Moore at Freshwater, with services led by Rev. Moray. town planning urges better pavements and street work in Gordonvale and Tapwontonae amid housing concerns and road repairs.
Readable fragments describe rains affecting crops and hive activity, with mentions of farmers Lyle Vingetene and Maurtlyuie, and a gateway to local harvest concerns. The text references Monday events, competitions, and discussions about manufacturing and trade impacts.
A farewell event honored Johnstone Wiles with thanks from the community. Speakers praised his long service, leadership, and the festival's welfare work. Relatives and officials joined in presenting gifts and paying tribute to his sterling character and steady dedication.
A garbled report from Chicago cites a health official warning of a strange illness with several fatalities and new cases. The text references warnings to avoid crowds, seek medical help, and watch for symptoms, though numerous words are unclear or corrupted.
Frese comments on Chanber Lains address as Reuters notes the protocol and political reactions. The report mentions Me Benin and Dr Hanes in context of the speech and ensuing arguments about policy and governance.
The Senate refuses to confirm President Coolidge's nomination of Charles Warren as attorney general, triggering a fierce partisan clash. Debate centers on eligibility and executive authority as Warren fights to win confirmation amid calls for changes in leadership.
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