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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 23, 1929
Page
4
Evidence in rebuttal was called by the Crown in the continued hearing of the case against Joseph Statens as Philip son who was charged with arson. Acting Police in W Kiddell cross-examined, addressing the prisoner's allegations.
Fragmentary text notes a method by which the new act provides for secret exercise of certain powers. The readable portion suggests a formal framework but lacks specifics about scope or procedure.
March has brought sunny days after a wet spell, while the Malanda road remains hindered by floodwaters at Millaa Creek. Four hours were lost when the crossing flooded and water reached the carburettor, delaying work on a much needed bridge. Friends farewelled V. C. Mosely from the New Boatl Works branch as he transfers, with A. E. Herron of Townsville replacing him.
Innumerable travelers visit Ravenshoe and Millaa Millaa in Australia with rugged mountain scenery. Nurse Tweedle from Cairns returns to the coast after a fortnight abroad with Mr and Mrs Gladwell. Mr R G Reeder shifts from Tableland to England years ago and now plans another return to this region.
Letter to the Cairns Post laments unemployment among Returned Soldiers' League members in North Queensland. The writer criticizes Mediterranean labor dominance, urges action, and questions the value of white Australia policy while awaiting guidance from State President Norman Mighell.
The chairman I. S. H. Warner spoke about the bridge project and other matters during the council meeting, outlining intentions for the repair and funding options and noting progress to date.
Innisfail readers are urged to note the "Timely Warning" letter dated March 21 describing police at Innisfail Station sleeping near fearful surroundings and condemning the shocking conditions seen by the writer during a visit to Juniat and Lanseil. The letter accuses allowed outrages and calls for action by authorities.
In Canberra on March 21 Senator Sir George said 73909 pounds for oil prospecting remained unexpended. He noted 73287 pounds and 154 pounds in related prospecting totals not used. The government favors joint plans with the West Australian Government to test oil at greater depths than before.
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