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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 20, 1916

Page

2

Shipping Notices From March Row

March 18 Changsha captain Gamble from rts Fearnley and car on alt T March 19 Mori from southern ports Adelaide as Co Ltd Passengers list includes Mildares Gint son Stocker Lawrence Trail and 2 children Miss Bonner Mesars S Manson Breeds Pte G H Suater W Dimwogk J J Sanders Kh F Searle Stocker C So Kong Pollard F Patrons F Melville F Jensen F Horsfield Trail G Cogion W J Green J Trethway W Clack C McNacol Nighon J W Cham on V Waddern R Young G Jones F Moston R McLean Gj Rolling.

Changsha Gamble Rts Fearnley Car Mori Adelaide As. Co. Ltd Mildares Gintson Stocker Lawrence Trail Chidren Miss Bonner Mesars S. Manson Breeds

Departures listing for March 18 at Kongkong agency

Shipping notice shows departures including Bie for Kongkong and Fearnley and Co agents. Arawatfa sails to southern ports. Burns Philp and Co listed with Led i eo r.

Changsha Gambie Kongkong, Fearnley ,and Co, Ltd Arawatfa Burns, Philp and Co

Maritime Movements of Vessels and Schedules

Shipping notices detail Burns, Philp & Co arrivals at Kuranda and routes to Townsville Port Douglas and Cooktown, with AUS M steamers calling Cairns, Townsville, Bowen, Mackay, Brisbane and Melbourne. Darling lines list Mourilyan, Lass o Gowrie, and Australian Steamships services with weekly departures and arrivals among Townsville, Mackay, Port Alma, Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne and Adelaide.

Brisbane Australian Steamships, Limited Townsville Mackay Port Alma Mourilyan Port Douglas Cooktown Lass o’Gowrie Port

Shipping Notes on the Morialta Arrival at Port

The Interstate steamer Morialta under Captain B Sumter arrived from southern ports at dawn Sunday with passengers and substantial cargo for this port The vessel twin screws and wireless telegraphy serves Melbourne Cairns route offering superior saloon and steerage accommodations Dining saloons and deck cabins are available Limited deck cabins may be reserved without charge A swimming bath is available when conditions allow for saloon passengers

Morialta B. Sumter Melbourne Cairns

NSW Deputation Seeks End to Border Embargo

A deputation led by Mr Kirwan met Premier Ryan and Mr J D Fitzgerald to press for removing the embargo on cattle border trade. Fitzgerald, NSW Legislative Council vice-president, spoke for the government and outlined support for lifting the ban. The discussion focused on aiding farmers affected by the border restrictions.

Warwick Ae A Uood Kirwan M_LAS Ryan Hos J. D. Fitzgerald N.S.W Councel

Margaret Blackmore Dies at 79 in Irvinebank Residence

On 7 March 1616 Margaret Blackmore aged 79 died at her daughter Mrs G EF Davis Irvinebank. The notice records her passing and location of death with family ties.

Black More G EF. Davis Irvinebank Margaret Blackmore

Allan Obituary Notice for James Philip Allan

James Philip Allan aged 35 died on March 15 at Cairns. He was the son of Mr and Mrs Peter Allan of Cairns.

Allan Cairns James Philip Peter Allan

Family Gratitude for Support in Time of Loss

Mr and Mrs Peter Allan and family express heartfelt thanks to friends for sympathy and assistance during their bereavement. The note notes appreciation for kindness shown and assistance received.

Peter Allan

Daughters and Sons of the Late Me Blackmore Thank Bond Friends

The daughters and sons of the late Me Blackmore express gratitude to bond friends for their sympathy during the recent bereavement. The message notes appreciation for support and kindness received.

Me Blackmore

Meat Price Agreement Reached Amidst State Pastoralist Tensions

In Brisbane on Thursday Premier Ryan pressed for a swift end to the meat price dispute. An accord with government, pastoralists, and meatworks aimed to fix terms for 12 000 tons of meat, with objections to alleged discriminatory supply for state butchers and imperial purposes. The talks sought a signed agreement before the end of the day.

Brisbane Mareh Ry Ryan Adalin

London Market Report Shows Australian Metal Leadenhall Up

London March 19 under the trading Wish the Hears Act the Australian Metal Leadenhall Avenue has term to be wound up.

London The Leadenhall Avenue

The Spetter Question and Munitions Ministry Agreement

The Ministry for Munitions has approved Sulphide Corporation’s eight with the Government. The decision settles a long running question regarding the corporation’s role and obligations in wartime production.

The Post Fronts March 20 1916 Inflammatory Exchange

Fragmentary text cites a writer accusing Great Britain of outraging humanity to attain aims. The excerpt references a discussion of international conduct and wartime ethics. Further readable context is limited to these phrases without clear events or names.

Mining Notes From London Metal Market Report

London March 1 Amimony 9/6 forward copper in exchange markets near 103/15 to 10. Tin quoted 195/15. Lead at 95/12/6 and 90/£ on offer. Spelter 92. Silver price around 27-3-16d.

London Depas

Tyrconnell Exteld Om Manager Report Mentioned

The readable fragments reference Tyrconnell Exteld Om and a manager report. Context is unclear but suggests an internal note or memo with names and a designation. Further detail unavailable in the text.

Language ties bind France and Australia across seas

Editorial notes Australians and French, citing wartime goodwill, urge permanent Franco Australian commerce and language ties. Special schools in Britain and France teach mutual tongues to avert German influence and strengthen peaceful cooperation between the two nations.

France Australia Great Britain Commonwealth

Dancing Class Reopens for Adults under Mrs Foster

Mrs Foster announces the reopening of her dancing class for adults. Details on schedule, location, and enrollment were not fully provided in the fragment.

Foster

Auction of Household Furniture at J E Mears Home

At 2.30 pm next Wednesday J G Hoare will auction the household furniture of J E Mears of Lake and Gatton Streets. The list includes a mare and foal.

J. G. Hoare J. E. Mears Lake and Gatton Streets

Hospital Art Union Drawings Attractively Promoted

It has been found impossible to arrange drawings for an earlier date and the drawing is fixed for a single list. A splendid sulky donated by Gelling Bros leads the prize along with Red Bird Bicycle and Singer Sewing Machine. Many tickets have already been sold.

Hospital Art Union Sr Am Gelling Bros Red Bird Bicycle Singer

Northern Matghd Film and Theater Study Call

Readers urged to study both film and theater elements in the Northern Matghd project. Analysts emphasize examining production choices, narrative structure, and historical context to understand the work’s impact.

Stupe at Babinda opens large stock of groceries and drapery

A. M. Waddell announces the opening of extensive Groceries Drapery Boots and Shoes stock at Babinda with cash terms and acts as Agent for Royal Insurance Company. Tenders for Poles invited.

A. M. Waddell Royal Insurance Company

Cairns AWA Branch Holds Quarterly Meeting Tonight

The Cairns Branch of the AWA convenes a quarterly meeting this evening at the secretary's office. Officials plan to review important meter readings and present key decisions for approval.

Cairns A.W.A Gomes Besies

Latest Atrocity Reported in War News

War reports describe German sinking of a Dutch liner en route to South America as an example of Hun brutality. The piece notes fever risk from tropical conditions among crew and reviews Koch’s Fever Mixture as a popular remedy, with prices listed for bottles from Robert Craig, Cairns.

Gerumsy Britain South America Holland Europe Koch Robert Craig Cairns

Recommitted Foreigner To District Court Trial

At the Comms Police Court on Gererdsymernig a man named Peal De Verses, a Freathmen, was recommitted by Mr. A B Gibson to the District Court at Georgetows for trial in April. Detective Acting Scpt Maldon stated the case involved forgery and bail was set at £55.

Comms Gererdsymernig Peal de Verses Georgetows A. B. Gibson I Coires EK. B. Sissie Cairns P.M. Gee

Unclear Text Fragment From Unknown Meeting Note

Fragmentary OCR notes mention a Bed Cross apwing meeting and filling of his wok with unclear timing. The readable parts are inconclusive about date location or participants.

Erro Onming

Trepolax Promised as Tropical Fever Remedy

An advertisement touts Trepolax as an effective tropical fever medicine. It claims guaranteed results for users and urges readers to secure the genuine product for personal use.

Craig's Biesto Basie Promoted For Mosquito Control

At Cairns Masonic Hall a weather related notice urges readers to get the original Shapto Bam from Robert Craig Chemist to combat a mosquito surge. The message stresses the pest’s impact on visitors and highlights the product as the reliable remedy.

Creums Dcoustort Craig Robert Craig

Gorse Back Again to Meeting Race

Gorse returns to the meeting race as tensions rise over planning and schedule. Local officials weigh options after a disrupted session, with community leaders calling for a prompt resolution and clearer guidance.

Red Cross Dance Raised Ten Pounds For Charity

A local Red Cross dance raised funds with attendees contributing about £10. The money was forwarded to the Auxiliary Red Cross Association to support wartime relief efforts.

Cairns Hospital Sought Proxy Forms for General Meeting

Cairns Hospital requested proxy forms for voting power at the upcoming general meeting. The notice notes a yearly amount of £100 and mentions misi y and motes as part of the OCR text.

Palace Theatre Review of Deep Pirpie Performance

A Palace Theatre piece features a tight performance with well handled Dors role. The plot centers on a gang swindling Doris's father through a bogus distributing company and drawing her into danger.

Pirpie Dors Bogescher H Organ Distributing Co Doris

Unclear fragments hint at local notices and travel

OCR excerpt mentions land commissioner duties on Tuesday and travel by train ships plus a marriage notice for Isabel Newell and Norman Amos, with references to Abbott Street Innisfail Inghert Morialta and Brisbane. The readable facts are sparse and fragmentary.

Dentin Abbott Street M. B. Salisbury Innisfail D. Mackey Wes Arawatta G. H. Santer Captain Santer Marloo Morialta Box Kelly Isabel Jobe Newell Heeberton Norman Norman E. Amos Clayfleid Brisbane Hag Bes

Weather bulletin over Cairns and Timor coast forecast

The report notes unsettled weather near Cairns with a disturbance possible over the Gulf and North Command from Cooktown. It warns of a forecast for the next 48 hours across the Pennington area, North Coast, and Carpentaria with conditions expected to be unreddened.

Cairns Penningtoa North Coast BW. E Carpentaria Gelf Cooktown

Red Cross Cairns Branch Replies on Blankets and Procedures

Cairns branch of the Australian Red Cross confirms receipt of five cases of blankets and rags but cannot verify they are the ones shipped without ship details. A follow up to the Red Cross Council will clarify requirements while noting ongoing safeguards and improvements. The Transcontinental project issues a separate update on internal personnel and reinstatements with ministerial intervention aiding settlement.

Cairns Red Cross Egypt Australian Red Cross Nth Queenslaand Brisbane Deere Red Cross Council E. Lloyd Jones BRCS

Fragmentary phrase in old newspaper item

A historical page fragment notes a generic statement about parts of the body and medical or legal context without clear specifics. The readable text is limited and lacks full sentences or identifiable events, persons, or places.

Also Mentioned on This Page

Shipping Notes Commercial Kca Mayers Hearth Rugg Ove Ana Abbott Eth E. J. Harris Victoria House Oberg Gyzicen D Lye Mills’ United New Hrilliart Freehold New Minnie Moxham Queen Cross Ao Od. Papuan Tee Ee Me Victory Corelia St. Andrew St. Mange Wales Bowes Cral Spetter Ministry For Munitions the Post Tyrconnell Kear Beck Keoch Valeris Festege T. ‘Brestolare Mulgrave Othe Betile Polley Linaueum Eimustion Robt Chenist Griera Thess Box Stupe Babinda Austral Pictures Gorse Cao RED Cross Dance Ted Muorstory R Ed Crom Association Iis Cairns Hospital Palace Theatre RED Cross Society Darbyshire O'Malley Marnie Me. Nahon
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