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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 26, 1912
Page
4
Roamele the up to date drapers offer woollen blankets and bugs at cut prices to move stock before cold weather. Items include Woollen Bush Bugs in multiple sizes from 60 by 80 inches to 100 by 70 inches with prices from 8/6 to 19/6, Seal Bee blankets, and Travelling Fringe Rags priced 10/6, 15/6 and 25/ each.
A goods list from Munro's Corner detailing SPERO striped flannel ettes, pancy French flanneletter, ladies cotton singlets, blankets in grey and white, lace stockings, gowns, hose, and egoneyocomb quilts with various sizes and prices in shillings and pence. Includes Australian wool items and multiple price points across categories.
A brisk summary of community notices and brief items from Cairns and Melbourne. Mentions notable visits, advertisements, political candidates, consumer goods, and public announcements with names such as Mr. Gouge, A. Brown, W. HM Hugres, and Mr. Fred O Rourke, plus references to Bishop Murray and Inspector Malone.
A fatal crash near Natink on Friday left Mr and Mrs Robert Johnson injured. their son, riding a bicycle nearby, attempted to stop the bolt of the horse. The horse was killed instantly and Mrs Johnson sustained severe injuries. her dress tore and her ear was cut. In Moguita the Adel Coarieragion strike escalated with police protection and city council debate over scavenging labor. Wellington updates note Parliament building foundation and political inquiries. Japanese bar expedition members discuss Pole exploration. Captain Scott’s status is uncertain. weather and supplies described as challenging.
Townsville report notes Friendly Societ Union members to vote on a new per member rate from 20 to 26 shillings. Doctors had applied for a formal amendment. the matter is now before several lodges for consideration.
A deputation called on Mr Tolmie urging a stock experimental station at Temseville and the introduction of foreign dimegem to address an outbreak in Queslag. The Minister, discussing with Mr Philp, expressed sympathy and said he would act once funds are available.
The report notes Sunita and the Marquis of Hertford deaths in Paragiday and Losdon amid turmoil. It cites Joseph Outs junior factory ties, TAPETOWN links, and a Mrs Budget surplus of 4 4M 800 for national debt management. Fresh taxation expected in 1912.
In Adelaide on Monday the Archbishop De O’Reilly warned against religious agitators and, while admitting he cannot predict horse racing outcomes, he says if he possessed prophecy he would back the winning horse at Randwick or Melbourne with no hesitation or conscience.
A promotional notice claims a policy of delivering prompt courteous service to all customers. It emphasizes attention to orders big or small and invites individuals to become customers through a welcoming approach.
The Poesen Courier reports Dr Bethmann Hollweg and Kiderlin believe Winston Churchill's Commons speech may guide future reconciliations with Britain. Admiral Tirpitz opposes arms limits until Kiel Canal widening, while the Kaiser backs Tirpitz against Churchill’s interference with German affairs.
London reports say Orangemen and Home Rule groups plan large scale drills with detectives present. Sir Edward Carson advises magisterial declarations to show marches are for recreation and lawful. Cabinet committees discuss Hill provisions while financiers raise funds to counter Ulster Home Rule campaigns.
A railway gatekeeper who traveled from Melbourne to examine distance signals reports on the national inquiry. The gatekeeper, engaged by railways, aims to submit findings to the authorities.
The Meatunga arrived yesterday from Sydney and left today for Papus via Cairns. The report notes movements of private parties and ships through Cairns port with minimal details.
Fresh regulations require private hospitals to register and restrict registrations to medical practitioners or registered personnel. The regime envisions a ben inquest and tighter oversight by regulators, aiming to standardize private hospital operations from the stated date.
A Malay inmate, described as unsound minded, caused a violent scene at the Cairn watchhouse yesterday as police and bystanders attempted to restrain him. He vaulted a blanket, wielded utensils, and a trap hung on the ledge during the commotion before officers finally secured him indoors.
The summary notes seven rifle entrants in the fourth shoot for a prize of six dollars off the list. One woman reached bursting with a score of 100, and the event uses a best three of five format across 300 and 500 yard ranges. Final shoot set for Sunday with a match between Keorboora and Marecho.
The Rocang Beat Uritla arrives from Newcastle under Ade laide Co., Ltd. as agents. March 25 records Mourilyan with Captain J. Mistien aboard.
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