Correspondence on railway workers and political concerns
A letter to the editor discusses the American Officer myth and wartime superstition, criticizing responses to railway job actions and political selections. The writer urges caution around Mr Riordan, questions Jordan’s Kennedy seat prospects, and notes railway workers facing discharge amid tensions and protests in the city.
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Riordan
Martens
Jordan
Oly
Ancovssiul Nd
Johnie
Epechels
Notable Drive From Atherton To Cairns Delights Travelers
Arthur TinoM writes from Cairns on March 10 praising a motor journey from Atherton to Cairns. He extols the scenery near Lake Barrine and Corin Canyon, recalls travels through Canada and New Zealand, and urges appreciation of nature. The piece reflects personal reflection and travel awe.
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Cairns
Atherton
NaIraha
New Zealand
Canada
Bullen
New Ealarme
Corin Canyon
Nemeriesa
Servine
Beawtiuil Lake
Barrine
Arthur Tinom
Caires
Local Brewery Struggles and Community Impact
In a lengthy town column the local brewing industry is analyzed, detailing how government, investors, and worker actions hindered its growth. The piece argues past opposition harmed an industry vital to Mais town, noting shares unsold and market pressures. It ends urging support for local brewers and recognizing the good product now produced.
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Mais
Nysef
Cairns
Marelt
Chow Hin
Togethe
Jovy
Invention of tanks Australian claimant dispute in Commons
In London March 1 Churchill states the Royal Commission on awards did not recommend any award to Dr Mole for the invention of tanks. He notes that in 1919 he believed Mole’s expenses claim might be treated with caution.
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London
House of Commons
Winston Churchill
Exchequer
Royal Commission On Awards
Mole
Innisfail Court Hears Repeated Theft Charge
A man appeared in Innisfail Police Court charged with stealing ten shillings from a Chinaman named Lee. The defendant, with a lengthy prior record since 1912, sought remand citing witnesses, while the case noted past offences including breaches under the War Precautions Act and various assaults.
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Innisfail
Uae
Bor
Aor
Adrkin
Lee War
Tachy
Mir Vandelowr
Rankin
Leolty
Thohiw
Chan
Odemethed
Bss
Tefendant
Yooh
Cairns Golf Club Seeks Strong Season Start
The Cairns Golf Club outlines aims for a robust season with new members Mr Turke from Mackay and Mr Mathewson from Torontoville joining as pool players enhancing the club. Younger players W M Warner and Ro Lyon shown as promising, while Miss Sparkes and Miss Mayers lead the associates with fierce competition from Miss Lor and Miss Stillman for the associate championship. The season promises a vigorous schedule, hoping to elevate the club to the forefront of North Queensland golf.
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Lee
Micah Denen
Douhtethy
Ely Joel
Bart
Turke
Mackay
Mathewson
Trordenvale
W. MM. Warner
Ro Lyon
Omer
Miss Sparkes
Miss Mayers
Submarine S4 Raised. Eight Bodies Yet Aboard
In Provincetown Massachusetts on March 17 the submarine S4 was raised to the surface. Eight bodies remained aboard the vessel. The S4 sank last year with crew lost at sea. The report notes prior tea and tobacco consumption trends in England but provides unclear figures.
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Provincetown Mass
Sit Focutson
England
Gordonvale Bowling Club Sees Strong Growth and Plans
The Gordonvale Bowling Club reports lively activity at Latewe elute with weekly advances and a rising membership. Plans include renewing entries for the President's Cup, inviting a trophy from I J Dhoyle Ltd Cairns, and arranging three open play clubs to keep interest high while hosting a Frome visit in June or July.
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I. J. Dhoyle Ltd
Cairns
Swat
P Dowte
Slater Aml Alarwein
LWW
Giembers
Hite
Ths
Wile Bayain Burner Bowling Association
Challenge Matches Highlight Weekend Bowls Action
The weekend bowls featured a tense challenge series with Howe and A icy confronting Anderson and Sword. Saturday saw a tight finish at 2-point margin while Sunday selections impressed as Bryce’s team won decisively.
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Messrs
Howe
Icy
Sean
Anderson
Sword
Caunier
Threr
Ander Jaan
Aml Howe
Sammernint Anderen Ati Ballett
Walwell
Gorden
Amareim
Howie
Lara
Gordon
Deolan
Howe Amie
Aryce
Bryce
Hns
Oreth
Chwens
Mewe
Doolan
Libel Action Opens for General Currie in Vancouver
About 50 defence witnesses will be called in General Currie’s libel suit. Trial set to open April 16 and expected to last long. A bond of 2000 dollars for costs was posted after a Saturday session before Justice Lo. The article alleged Canadian headquarters wasted lives at war’s end. Currie’s camp protests the statement.
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Vancouver
General Currie
Tot
Justice Lo
Moet
Pinilis
Currie
Coumains Guaimet
Canada
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