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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 27, 1916
Page
2
A fragmented shipping notice lists names including lam, Misses L Stevens, Newell, Mews, T Corbett, Private P Crea and others, with Adelaide Coy. Ltd. as agent. The roster names multiple individuals and ranks without clear context.
Wiandra sails on March 35 under Captain Thom son bound for M Doonrine via ports with Burns Philp and Co as agents.
Kuranda ships to Townsville depart Tuesdays and return Thursdays after calls at Fort Douglas and Cook Town. ATU S N steamers sail Cairns to Townsville on Saturday, Rowen and Mackay on Tuesday, Brisbane on Thursday. Vessels head south to Sydney and Melbourne, with return trips via Meltourse and Brisbane. Worce 4 expected from the south on Thursday.
Steamers depart Canras on basscoal day and Townsmile on Friday with Mackay and Sydney on Thursday and Melbourne on Sunday. Melbourne returns Tuesday, Sydney Saturday, Brisbane follows Tuesday, Allinga heads south Wednesday.
Steamers depart Townsville on Saturday reach Mackay Sunday morning go to Alma Sunday night and Brisbane Tuesday morning. Depart Brisbane Wednesday arrive Sydney Friday and Melbourne the following Monday. Return leg: Melbourne Wednesday to Sydney Friday, Brisbane following Monday, depart Brisbane next day to Townsville Friday. Mourilyn arrives Tuesday from Townsville leaves for Port Douglas Cooktown returns Wednesday and leaves 1 p.m. for Townsville. Lasso Gorrie arrives from Townsville Sundays and leaves Port Douglas 7 a.m. Mondays with Loving 5.30 gins for Townsville.
Feamley and Co Ltd filed for Hong Kong on April 17. The move involves corporate listings and regulatory steps in cross border trade.
The Allings under Capt H Griceades arrived Sunday afternoon after leaving Sydney on the 15th and reaching Brisbane on the 27th with a full cargo. The voyage to Townville featured fine weather and deck games, dining saloons, and electric fans to ease the heat. Officers listed include J James and W F Hiege with E J Nichole as chief steward and Mrs Lrogmen visiting Mrs Wright aboard.
Infant tan or black kid 1 bar shoes chrome leather soles sizes 4 to 6 clear at 3/11. Child white canvas derby lace boots sewn soles sizes 7 to 12 clear at G6 Mayers' Led. Foot Wear Specialist.
The Bradford wool market in London remains unchanged with only a moderate inquiry noted. Traders report steadiness and limited demand as buyers show cautious interest in the trading day.
The Wheat Market in London on March 25 shows nominal wheat valves as Pacific and Australian cargoes are set of ferving and traders cannot gauge the position.
The report notes butter prices in Australia and New Zealand with varying rates and a general improvement in delivery. The government plans to deploy military forms and soldiers to secure consignments from docks amid price adjustments.
Abbott street sharebroker A H L Clarke presents Saturday prices for Corella Hewenden Mungo St Andrew Valean Gilmore Hil End Amal Iguana Consols Kalamadan Tyrcommell Tyrconmell Extended New Minne Moaham Oaks NLL Oaks Reserve Thompson's Oaks Bowen River Coal and other metals with listed bids, asks, and trade notes.
Market report lists multiple rail and mineral stocks with bid and paid prices. Notable entries include Hennis Dunder Boni North Urillient Deeps Grilliant Block and Bowen Coal with varied bid values and some paid indicators.
William Keating reports to the manager that after driving from the shaft at a depth of Spys eal the true Tyresmell reef has been coal FT feet wide.
Copper anchengel shows prices quoted around £198 10s to £200 per ton while tin trades near £ ISB 15s to £194 as market figures hint at limited demand and cautious activity.
The Post surveys Allied proposals for postwar trade rules including German ship subsidies, free entry for allied firms in British and French ports, and a tax to deter German ships. It notes political divisions, doubts about free trade aims, and contrasts with Australia’s labor policies while mentioning a local medical update.
A strangely phrased wartime note from Robert Craig discusses cigarette use among soldiers, claiming men are drawn to cigarettes even in danger. He remarks on their popularity and the perceived subtle appeal they offer to fighting men.
Two more episodes of the Million Dollar Mystery are shown at Cairns Theatre as investigators pursue the treasure box documents. The Black Hundred uses a spying system to uncover clues and suspects amid the intrigue.
In Dabinia state Murray and Nugent were arrested Sunday on a charge of bore stalin. Changes in business follow as Clark, treasurer of Memes Bures, Philp & Co., face take over of the store operating by Mr. G. Speed opposite Nomen Park. Mr. Clask assures the public of full protections and practical knowledge. Koch's Fever Mice.
Fragmentary diary style note references firearms and ammunition with unclear addressee. It mentions returning to a firing range, a promise of guidance, and names a 1985 date. tone suggests casual but potentially hazardous content.
Saturday night drew a large audience for the new show, which is now pushed forward another stage. An episode features a gripping stunt involving a juggle with death in a rapid sequence, and a new frame titled The Five Pound Note showcases further drama.
Kaersiting Commuunntios reports a conflict involving a group called Saenigly and a furniture gale. The item notes social tensions and local responses as residents discuss causes and remedies.
Floyres aged 18 and older may apply. Applications can be obtained at the local Inspector of Factories office.
Board members and Councillor P W Outhridge urged public attention to a pest problem involving foxes and crows in Tingalpa Eire. The discussion included the seriousness of the issue and past remarks by officials, with mixed signals about action.
A Towesville reader slams the Water side Workers' Union for pay disparities and overreach. He claims some members earn eight to seven shillings per week while others prosper, arguing the union would work longer hours and condemning its Eight-hour Day march. He signs as J W Donaldson.
The readable lines describe public opinion and young British loyalty with references to Australia and a Sergeant. The passage appears garbled with phrases about force, blood, and honor, lacking coherent events or clear individuals.
Port Douglas land agent offers 1500 cords of timber for sale for fuel purposes on the Police Reserve at Mowbray. Moseman Central Mill Company Limited secured the right at a royalty of rs yd per cord as the sole bidder.
The Palace Theatre presents Od Dutch a featurette taking one performer through a series of roles from hotel clerk to head waiter. The plot follows a failed comic actor who ends up in the hotel stable, then behind the counter, and finally as head waiter while the vaudeville artist skewers stage life with comic charm.
The Aurora short of Cape Grazier on January end due to severe weather. A three man party with dogs left January 29 toward the Bluff to lay out a depot with stores. MacKintosh and two others followed for a sledge trip with dogs aboard. Six men headed south with a mower sledge and an aeroplane engine. The ship remained near Cape Evers as a violent blizzard halted further progress.
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