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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 30, 1926
Page
8
Innisfail reports a Sanh Johnstone grower stating the government plan to start crushing cane in the fray week of May. Farmers oppose the move arguing that the cane will not mature in time and there is no line of mandard cane to load.
In Coolangatta on March 2 during Sol berg Cup trials rough seas, strong current and three sharks challenged life savers at Cudwen Headland. Amid near disaster Bradley fell to cramp and required assist, boat swamped near shore, crew and Bradley pulled to safety. Sharks loomed but swimmers drove them off as rescue teams brought in buoys and steadied recoveries.
Gatton March 29 A disastrous fire tore through the town centre soon after 2 o clock Sunday morning. Four shops and a hotel were destroyed with extensive damage to the block. Fire brigades saved adjacent structures as flames reached the back steps of the hotel. The lessee Mr J Greve, an invalid, and his wife escaped by a fire escape stairs. High winds aided outbreak control and only minimal loss beyond the lease occurred.
In Adelaide today an unusual proceeding occurred in the Criminal Court after a verdict of robbery with violence against Nash and Hartnett. The judge noted an omission in the Union Consolidation Act words setting penalties, leaving him no option but to sentence both men to four years in prison with hard labor. The authorities will be informed that the punishment would have differed if discretionary power existed.
London March 29 Daily Chronicle profiles Wol Tam Deontiz a 78 year old Bristol recluse who survived hardship by studying the heavens. He spent nights in a garden observing stars and days in his study, becoming skilled enough to spot a new star Cyanin proving higher atmospheric temperatures.
A Paris report describes a strange thyroid grafting experiment where a thyroid was removed and later reinserted. A girl with a thyroid condition was treated, showing marked improvement after three months, then regaining normal powers and vitality over a year.
Sydney reports expose split among NSW ALP factions over delegate elections. City branches resist executive actions as 250 delegates from across areas prepare to meet at Madison Town Hall. Three main sections Metorath Tyrrel dominate, while a new O Reilly led party weakens their influence.
Charleville March 2 The storm-affected region reports widespread rain disrupting stock routes and delaying shearing. Herders move sheep to alternate stations as several districts endure heavy weather with some areas recording severe rainfall while others miss storms.
March 2, 1930s Italy marked the seventh anniversary of Fascist rule with a national thanksgiving. Mussolini praised a cleared situation, dispersed opposition, and growing international respect, urging Blackshirts to renew national consolidation under discipline while reviewing troops from an airplane and addressing the crowd.
A young man named Tret ten EO was struck by a train near Albany while attempting to disembark at a crossing. He was picked up and rushed to a pump, but suffered severe injuries as the car door failed to close properly and the train continued.
A nurse, Metheniine Mar te to Led McLennan aged 27, died after an accident at the Women’s bio stil cet e-duiy from injuries. Witnesses report an automatic fit and a fall as she stepped into an open bire dure. The events occurred at night.
Charleville on March 2 reports Mr. K. Fletcher owner of Abrenata station intends to contest the Warrego seat for the Country Party. He is described as an experienced advocate with broad views and may stand if a decision is made.
Melbourne reports a Fitzroy man cut his throat and left a plea written in blood on a wall before dying in a bloody act. The incident follows a separate Palmerston North fire at the Palmer and Con seed merchants factory, causing damage valued around £20000 and affecting associated duties.
Cairns Circuit Court opened with Rex v Sullivan as Samuel Sullivan faced charges for stealing a mail bag on February 2 1926 between Fort Douglas and Cooktown. Accused pleaded guilty. remanded for sentence as judge warns gravity of offence and notes uncredited recovery.
New York March 29 A Marehall Stillman movement backed plan to replace traditional prisons with social centers run by college men from Princeton and Harvard. Known as “rhixers” the centers aim to engage with gangsters in their own language and using self defense to steer ex criminals toward lawful lives. The programme will include outreach to former criminals seeking honest reform and will use athletic training to attract at risk youths.
Brisbane March 29 officials announced a reform under the Case Prices Act and Sugar Experiment Stations Act setting the levy at one penny per ten and one farthing per ten respectively. The minister said the move reduces cane assessments and could save the sugar industry about £19,200 versus last year.
Two Communists were elected to Parliament in Paris sector by elections. The Radical Socialists Executive urged its candidates to withdraw in favor of the Communists.
At Camris Circuit Court Judge Douglas presided over the case of Ropeyar charged with murder for the death of Jenny, an aboriginal woman at Dinner Creek Station. Witnesses described a tomahawk wound and a decomposed body, with Ropeyar admitting to the killing amid testimony from Station staff and police. The jury found manslaughter and the judge sentenced Ropeyar to seven years in prison.
London reports show postwar liquor patterns with reduced spirits by four gallons and beer volumes rising, while wine expenditure and overall alcohol spending shift. Projections estimate whisky shipments to America around five million barrels, valued at about two million pounds, amid debate on domestic consumption.
Brisbane report details a man accused of crime pleading guilty after claiming his wife left him. The article notes his journey to Sydney and subsequent events, including an appeal for forgiveness on his behalf due to old age and low intelligence. He was ordered to repay a personal bond of £25 and faces a sentence at the next court call.
Members of the Australian Railways Union Toiniha section held a two hour Sunday afternoon meeting and voted 24 to 17 express confidence in Mr J W Hayes former secretary of the Southeaster district. The proceedings moved from the interior of the Teates tall to the open air where tensions rose between Hayes and E Foley who currently occupies Hayes former post.
From Inwistait March 26 a stabbing affray between two Malays led to Sahoo appearing before Mr A E Aitkin PUM. He was charged with unlawfully attacking a fellow countryman. After evidence, the arrest defendant was remanded for eight days as the injured man remained in hospital.
The Sydney Grand Lodge of Free Masons votes to expand Masonic schools by building a boys hostel at Hontkham to house 12 to 16 boys. The project will provide accommodation for a year and costs about 18,000 pounds, with 2,000 pounds already pledged from eight voyages and an administrative block planned.
The General President J Walsh faced interruptions as he urged the union to re-enter arbitration court, arguing a round table conference is preferable to ongoing feud. He warned against rivals and defended his life in Australia, while O Neill’s standing and management committee actions are set to be reviewed at a Melbourne meeting.
Dr Brisbane reports Mr Carrigan denouncing the Johannsen influence as disruptive to the Seamen's Union. He says most members seek to maintain status as an industrial body in Australia and push to oust Johannsen-Lascy types. Carrigan cites past cooperation with Walsh and notes re registration steps to comply with court procedures.
Melbourne reports a tense buildup for a stay work meeting at Vrades Hall with Mr Carrigan leading pro registration efforts. Allegations surface as Mr Walsh claims affidavits quote Jacob Johannsen about burning Medses Wala and Rae, fueling a broader push to re register the Seamen's Union amid ongoing arbitration and union reform.
Brisbane March 2 Terms of settlement were agreed after a conference called by the Book of Trade and Arbitration to consider the dispute at the South Brisbane rubber mills. Employers said trophoners erased from work except three who were dismissed may apply for reemployment and be reinstated, though it will take time. Worker representatives failed to convey the terms to the workers and recommended acceptance, with plans to proceed to a wage award.
Brisbane reports on a meat works conflict with union and company reps at the Board of Trade. R Bowen for the meat companies says a union letter allows submission to the Board, while the union’s F P Carney promises district bets to submit disputes and observe awards. Court to hear Lakes Creek and Gladstone cases tomorrow.
In Sydney on March 24 it was stated that a widespread hold up may occur in mines across the Commonwealth. Members of the Federated Engine Drivers and Firemen's Association are dissatisfied with the Hibbie award under which they work. Collyery owners are meeting in Sydney tomorrow to consider a request from the Federal Executive of the Association for a conference.
Wellington report from Christchurch where the Minister of Health warned of excessive operations and rich surgery in hospitals, proposing a Commission to study hospital medical services and control. The speech cited widespread waste and urged policy review across the Dominion.
Perth reports danger of halt in state meat plant operations for the 1926 season due to disputes over re employment. Officials say a man kept from work has sparked refusal to hire returning veterans and ongoing tensions threaten production.
Sydney on March 29 a blaze swept a Newcastle premises occupied by Lilas Janmingoes and her deagitar. Neighbors alerted wet o who helped guide the women down after they reentered and demanded their items. Firemen rescued two women from the top floor as flames threatened. Three doors suffered serious damage.
Sydney police court remanded Silvester Fennel a 44yearold Railway Inspector on a conspiracy to cheat and defraud the Railway Commissioner of large quantities of goods. Similar charges are noted against other Railway Department workers. London reports indicate Morris Oxford motor cars setting a daily output record with 1670 cars produced weekly and 362 produced in one day.
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