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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 31, 1921
Page
4
From Monday 4 April a new timetable begins with the 650 am train from Mareeba departing Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays at 6:35 am. It will reach Kuranda and Cairns by 8:28 am. The change is issued by J Crowther General Manager.
Eulogizes a cherished mother and wife, noting her passing four years ago today. Family memories linger at her grave, with lines of affection and the hope she rests in heaven. Acknowledges sorrow, longing, and gratitude from the family.
Mr Fy Hoffengers of Hallfas dle iret io thane Dr Clarke and Dr Cahill for skilled operation on Mea E Heifensetz at St Mt Private Hospital. Mr Hadter thanks the Kile Aniudance Brigade for assisting his wife during her transfer to the hospital.
On Wednesday night unfavorable weather dampened demand as vendors offered horses and produce at Bow Street. Potatoes and pumpkins sold at mixed prices while beef and bullock rates edged with cattle buyers active. Market notes cite lighter supplies but broader uncertainty, with prices fluctuating throughout the session.
The March 30 report from The Metal Market in Sydney lists mutaganthione in Lonidon for Tugsday with prices around £69 19 9 and £69 3 9, Electrobytte Binge at 173, wire bars at £71 10, forward prices, tin spot at £161 11 3, American electrolytic copper at 12 cents spot and forward prices 2/1478, with various forward and spot quotations noted.
The garbled 1821 item discusses fruit growing initiatives north of a northern territory area, mentions Watneyome and Po, and cites Mr Koss from the government department as in-charge. It hints at varieties and advice on planting, with North Territory references and unrecoverable context.
In Caius Police Court several men arrested for obscene conduct chose a forfeit over tr. Detentions included two other defendants charged with offences tied to indecent behavior. A sergeant and officers reported the routine appearance or absence of several accused.
Mary Baird mother of Thome and Joseph Bain deeply regrets the passing of Rory Douglas on the fh March 1021 in Deatin Waird.
A Queensland column analyzes retrenchment pressures as the minority Labor government faces cuts in rail and public services. It argues state control does not fix underlying issues, noting public protests, promised reforms, and the need for accountable governance amid economic strain.
A jumble of notices reports an upcoming steamer Arawatts voyage from Port Douglas to Bowen and Cairns, a weekly Quadeifer Hall event, and appointments of trustees for a show grounds reserve. It mentions weather affecting Aquatic Hall events, a Port Douglas resident's death, a fall from a horse near Georgetown, and preparations for a war trophies display. Kuranda steamer trade and Townsville to Brisbane sailings are noted, with overhaul plans for a southbound steamer.
A large gathering of ladies attended the Rest Home on Wednesday evening for Annic Day celebrations. Officers and committee members were announced with Alex I Gosre named president and Sire Chaplain secretary. A sale of Am rac Vadees was planned and notices issued about retiring Marine Berane ment officers.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions Wade University, a traffic related term, a Ford tractor, and several agency names and items like Coins and Mayers Lad. The readable portion hints at a public notice involving transportation and contracting entities.
Readable fragments describe a tropical disturbance near the coast affecting Cooktown, Mareeba, and nearby areas. Reports note shifting winds, occasional showers, a moving center southwesterly, and forecast uncertainty as the system tracks along the coast. Gusts and rain are described with cautious language and timing estimates through Wednesday.
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