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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 18, 1913
Page
2
A terse catalog outlines perils and policies including burglary and accident cover, employer liability under the Workers' Compensation Act, plate glass protection, public risk taint, marine risk, and live stock safeguards.
The Cairns harbor case claims the Chamber of Commerce may demand reasons if a vessel stays at anchor and lightering occurs despite favorable tides. It notes the German Australian Co may be informed that Cairns ratepayers oppose lingering at anchorage when berthing is possible and harbor improvements cost thousands.
Editorial hints that government inaction against suffragette protests will provoke public self defense and retaliatory action. It condemns suffragette methods and predicts harsher measures if authorities fail to curb what it calls anarchist tactics.
The opening of the Hibernian Hall in Cairns, led by Bishop Murray, is seen as a community milestone showing vitality and faith in the town’s future. Supporters claim the new public hall will benefit local enterprise and provide a much needed venue for general use.
Fragmented report notes explosives detonation threat near the wharves at Cairiae and warnings of future incidents. The Southern Mall remains closed as authorities tighten security around anchorage and packing areas.
The piece details showery weather with heavy falls in hinterland areas and reports a carpenters wage dispute and arbitration notes. It also covers The Cairns Theatre programme changes, film showings at the Palace Theatre, and audience reception of the latest features and performances.
A fragmentary report notes a bishop’s visit in Maryein yesterday and outlines church plans. It references Father Bugrur and a statement about debt and limited credit, with mention of building progress and fundraising.
An unclear report notes a nighttime Towns arrival and a captain statement about a party and possible activity. The fragment mentions street names, a date in November, and uncertain references to personnel and a match or ride.
The Feit Court proceedings recount a hearing where Henry Gallwey faced charges regarding insolvency action. The Queenstown Law Association noted the applicant sought insolvency forms pauperis and indicated the examiner’s questioning, while Frideric Moody and Gailwey’s meeting in Port Douglas in 1912 raised issues about prior requests and onward communications. The examination was accepted by the court after argument and is recorded as part of the case history.
A vessel incident Saturday night near Hongkong involved tanks breaking free from lashings and drifting overboard. Crewmembers, including Mr Watt, sustained injuries. a doctor aboard found no broken bones but noted significant damage to the boat and cargo. Rescue crews severed the tanks to release water and prevent further danger.
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