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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 19, 1926
Page
7
Brisbane market at Roma Street reports heavy supply and steady to firmer demand. Prices listed for cattle and pigs show variation with Good quality lambs and calves in strong demand. metals section notes mixed commodity prices including tin and silver.
Local reporters describe Ambulance Committee meetings, hospital subscription debates, and worker concerns about taxation and benefits. Updates cover mill overhaul progress, track improvements, rail replacement, and railway bridge work in Harveys Creek sector.
Fragmented text describes lace cleaning and weaving methods with borax and water. Mentions women as lace owners and a person named Nemont with references to alcohol and labor, though the passage is garbled and unclear overall.
In fond memory of Richard Adolph beloved husband and father who passed away in Cairns on March 19. Our hearts never forget the sorrow of his loss and the deep wound death has left. From his sorrowing wife and family.
Sir Arthur Robinson ex-Attorney General for Victoria urges reform of the jury system noting its failures in criminal and civil cases. He cites intimidation bribery and the victim’s plight, calling for trained juries or alternative triers in both states. The piece ends with a tides forecast for March 19 at 1.44 and 1.55 pm.
City Council holds a Tweelay night meeting approving expenditure to erect a new ambulance building with £0.30 for Se erection and related civic works. The report from the Parks Committee and remarks by Mr. Wricht, a nurseryman, are noted, including a £4/6/6 grant for edge Hill plant work and orders for street trees on Albertestroet. The discussion covers city services and maintenance of green spaces.
In Cairns a misprint apology notes inadvertent publication of a matter. Wreaths and tributes from Mrs Wall and family honor deceased, while Mrs O Donnell also sends regards. Mossman reports Mr J Williams may run for Cook electorate with Anti Labor backing. Cairns Swimming Club honors secretary Les Brydon with a mounted fountain pen as he departs for Normanotn after three years in office.
In a monthly report to the Water Authority, Engineer M. R. Creagh discusses final adjustments and trials for the booster pump carried out on Sundays to avoid interrupting commercial supply. The reservoir cleaning began early Wednesday with daily checks thereafter.
During a Tuesday night discussion Alderman Woodward questioned progress on a proposed swamp area welcome. Engineer Creagh said a cost for the necessary plant was provided, but a full survey of all swamp areas must be done, requiring Mr. McDonaldal's services before further steps.
At the ninth meeting Cairns Shire Council's Vegetty Mayor Ald. BCF Gelling urged renewed effort to establish an infectious diseases laboratory in Cairns. He noted years of interest and that the city supplies water from the East. The council carried a motion to take further action after awaiting reports from Townsville and other sources.
A Thursday concert in Innisfail featured the Convent School orchestra with Gems of Ireland overture and a Iris heart tonight in Ireland chorus. Soloists and violin numbers by B Scott and Miss B Scott earned warm applause, while readers and a steel guitar duet added variety as medals from a local boxing event were announced.
A series of community notices include A L Mears Nevitt Co offering farm implements for sale and general meeting of the Cairns Cane Growers Association at Moe Central Mill. Auctioneer J A J Egan to conduct a sale for the Frank O’Hare estate tomorrow. Land lease selection at a specific time. Goondi Mill suppliers meeting called for Saturday morning. A dance to aid Edmonton Football Club. Potter to develop land in Gilbert area. Cairns Amateur Swimming Club to hold a special general meeting tonight. Maize growers meeting at Kairi scheduled for March 20 at 2 pm.
The Eudundah, a TE class vessel of the Commonwealth Government, cleared a dawn port with horses and pigs aboard. Now under the Hires Philp line, she sails toward The Day Island en route to Sinsiurs, limited by no machinery from Wolfram and bound for Port Swetlenham.
City Engineer ML R. Creag reports to the Council on Miestay about the Fire Brigade's plan to buy a fire engine. The note warns mains too small for direct engine connection and questions costs, urging notification of objections before the board spends a large sum under a potential misapprehension. The report was received without discussion.
Multiple ships including the Dolpho Shell the Tanda and the Burdidah are due in Cairns within days with cargoes from the South. The St Albans and Ballina are listed for late week arrivals while the London and Nautilus near Brine plan calls. Offshore steamers from Europe and SA also expected to visit around mid month.
Brisbane reports updated jury and witness payable rates from March 22 for Supreme and Circuit Court duties. Southern division pays 4/2 a day, central 15 shillings, northern 15/10 for daily attendance. additional allowances apply for necessarily detained or delayed jurors and witnesses.
A fragment quotes a thought on mystery and freedom, noting the idea that a person is enslaved who refuses to strive for truth and progress. The text blends paradox and admonition to push for genuine effort.
The Mossman column notes cane growth and early planting progress with farm workers estimating the 1926 season. A carriage accident on a steep road injures Mr. H. E. Santee, while a church social party reports strong turnout despite wet weather. Brevities list local arrivals and departures, including visits to Sydney and Brisbane, and residents returning from holidays.
Dr Earl Page addresses the audenc Chambera Commerce urging reform on income taxation. He warns of wealth disparities and calls for action as the date for Ree Sheseatinaten nears amid discussions of fines and targets for troubled industries.
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