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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 31, 1927

Page

10

Duke of York Visits Sydney Factories Amid Welcome

The Duke of York, on his first officially free day since arrival, inspected two major Sydney plants the Royal Australian Tobacco Co. and John Vicars & Co. Ltd., drawing huge crowds. Locals decorated homes and cheered from windows as the royal car toured the Raleigh Park and Kensington areas. The Duke and Duchess praised the workers and expressed admiration for the display of hospitality.

Sydney Duke of York Australian Tobacco.Co. Pty. Ltd Raleigh Park Kensington Messrs. John Vicara & Co. Ltd Bath

Grammar Boys' Furore in Sydney Royal Visit

A chaotic yet celebratory account of the Sydney Boys Grammar School reception for a royal visitor. The Duke toured Centennial Park and Kensington districts, inspecting industrial works, meeting directors such as William Vicars, and receiving a gift box from the Royal entourage. Crowds cheered as the Royal car passed and schools and factories displayed loyalty with decorations and banners.

Sydney Grammar Schinot Dhevenant-Commmander Stuist Mosara Feli Iit Sdoar Ag William Vicars Robert Vicure Tweeds

Brisbane Arrangements For Royal Visitor Crowds and Traffic

Readable text describes planned arrangements for the Royal visit to Brisbane including crowd control and traffic regulations. It notes the Royal procession, ceremonies in Heistne and Parliament, and expected formalities. Officials emphasize safety, orderly conduct, and observing traffic bylaws to ease congestion during the visit.

Prisnane Alarel Brisbane Tarhearance

Steamer Halle Refloated After Grounding Near Quisbane

The German steamer Halle of 080 tons ran aground at the river mouth near Quisbane while bound for Mic jwhitheuse. A tug aided attempts to refloat. another effort planned for tomorrow. She was later refloated and towed to Moreton Bay for inspection.

Yourane Coringa Weysel Quisbane Halle Moreton Bay Brisbane

Cricket Match Report From Perth Delivers Wickets and Runs

A cleaned up summary notes South Australia defeated Wear-Adatellia by seven wickets in Perth yesterday. Australia posted 258 and South Australia chased with solid batting and disciplined bowling.

Perth Mareh Wear-Adatellia South Australia Sedres Australia

Railway Board Appeals Hearings In Shire Hall

The Maiway Appeal Board continued sittings at Shire Hall with Chairman W Harris and A E Morris representing the department and employees. First appeal by J Bruan for locomotive shunter post. department argues for candidate selection. outcome not fully resolved as proceedings paused. The board adjourned with further sittings to be held.

Maiway Loardering W. Harris Clairman Meson A. E. Morris ad / M AL AWillent Repecaryrie J. Bru Alan Locomotive Beanely Shiner J. Harry Mt. Jeale Csay ARO Ton Iehiai Rus Reap Aving Aly Lit Dawn Sim Brianch Khard

Cameron to contest seat in Criss' bane

Cothbet Cameron, member for Criss' bane in the House of Representatives, indicates at a meeting tonight that he has definitely decided to contest the seat. March 20.

Cothbet Cameron Criss’ Bane House of Representatives Nigiers Sentotitenoes Sect

British Politics Future Elections Alternative Vote

London March 3 reports say the Government is considering an abler native vote in a three cornered contest with three daily Liberals Radical and Labour. The Daily Chronicle and Daily News view a postponement of Labourites to power as a motive. Lloyd George argues Liberal gains solidify, shaping the election.

London Leis Daily Chronicle Daily News Liberaliam Lloyd George Saya

Dawson Valley Scheme Inspected by Commission Members

Mr E P Fleming of the Commonwealth Development and Migration Commission inspected the Dawson Valley irrigation scheme and discussed with Acting Premier W Forgan Smith. The party, impressed by the project, noted its potential role in development and migration in Queensland and pledged to report back to the commission in Melbourne.

Brisbane E. PL Fleming Commonwealth Development and Migration Commission Dawson Valley W. Forgan Smith Kane “Ainers Renpecial Abr Partridge Alsa Develand Queensland Morgan Sadinti Methourne

Wool vs Wheat Sparks NSW Graziers Debate

Mr C G Wardell told the Grasiers Association of NSW that world demand favors wool over wheat and urged government support. He critiqued the Land Bill and Rural Workers Accommodation Act, warned against land tax, and called for practical railway reforms to aid primary producers.

Lang Sydney Australia Cie Ge Wardell Grasiers’Association of N Saw Commonwealth Waddell Porkers Thy

Doctor Bougrat Trial In Paris Ends In Hard Labour

The Bougrat murder trial in Paris ends with a verdict of hard labor after jurors find the Marseilles physician guilty of killing a patient and concealing the body. Expert toxology testimony disputed the poisoning claim amid dramatic courtroom scenes and public interest.

Paris Marcel Bougrat Marseilles Hinneles Jeksel Hydeense Matthee Raimedes

W A Elections In Western Australia Seeed by Close Contest

Perth reports mark a tight WA election race with final results not yet known. Official figures revise Dairy Greenout and Labor leads, while parties prepare for potential shifts before Thursday.

Perth Tnt Labor TOR Vegetai Studs United Army Doulas Greenough United Denen

Segrave Sets World Record Milestones at Daytona Beach

English racing motor driver Colonel Segrave reportedly set a world record at Daytona Beach Florida on March 29 driving the car at about 20344 miles per hour for one kilometer and 203016 for five kilometers. Officials credited unofficial records and noted Captain Malcolm Campbell held related marks.

Dayton Beach March JO Segrave Sands Florida Thas Annes Malcolm Carmpbell Mgital Ward

Disputed Smoke Ohs Dismissed Men’s Jobs in Townsville

Turmoil hits Townsville railway yards as workers threaten stop work over alleged customs and pay disputes. Union officials report a widespread work suspension was discussed but later canceled, with officials citing jurisdiction and longstanding practices.

Hvar Guten

Townsville Railway Service Halt After Morning Meeting

A disrupted service timetable followed a Friday meeting where officials from AJR.U. and A.WLU discussed a planned strike. The decision to resume work under conditions was delegated to the Commissioner for review while authorities declared the job halted.

Townsville Ajr.u A.wlu Jnb

Greek V Australian Innissfail Case Faces Hearing

A court in Innisfail on a March Wednesday heard a claim by Greek plaintiffs against W Crahany Theodore Macalakis and others for £6017 lent and goods sold and delivered. Mr J T McNamiee represented the Greeks while no appearance was made for Bacalakia. Adjournment followed after further evidence.

Innisfail Wear Arewros Harry oNreysiroa J. Kryprialakis Sateros Macpas Lunis W.crahany Theodore Macalakis Garrudun

Debate Over Military Death Penalty Rejected in Commons

In London the House of Commons rejected a Labour motion to abolish the death penalty for military offences by 259 votes to 10. Mr Thurtle spoke of war’s horror and condemned cowardice, arguing against executions as a punishment while acknowledging wartime cruelties.

London House of Commons Labor Party Sprapawal Thurtle

Rural problems dominate Victorian conference talks

Delegates from Victorian agricultural groups meet at Miourne to discuss rural issues and the annual report stresses empowering authorities to adopt practical fire prevention measures. The executive backs support for a collective wheat marketing system amid falling prices. Senator Cane warns against premature closer settlement legislation while wool producers urge policy safeguards amid debate on funding and markets.

Miourne Mendel Hs Hasedling Cane Mer Australie

Soldier’s Death Reported In Melbourne Note

A returned soldier Robert A. Grader was found dead in Melbourne with an apparent self inflicted gunshot. A disturbed note claimed debts and cited circumstances beyond control as the cause. The revolver lay beside the body as authorities investigated the tragedy.

Melbourne Maret Robert A. Grader

Entertained audiences in London with royal figures

Fragmentary notes recount a London event with a royal audience and mentions Sir John Goodwin as governor elect. Other names appear garbled but indicate a formal reception or proclamation related to the queen and a new governor.

London Alarel The Ringe Sir John Goodwin Queens Ce Sean

British Embassy to Open New Washington Building

Report from Washington on March 28 notes work beginning soon on a new British Embassy building in the U S capital. The project, led by Sir Edwin Livings, is expected to cost around £170000 and will rise as a landmark of postwar relations.

USA Washington Mareh Edwin ‘Livians

Adelaide Mayors New Distinction Conferred

Fragmented text notes a London March 30 report involving Mr Amery and a government official, claiming a distinction conferred on Lord Mayors. The garbled source references the Dominions and a secretary describing conferment, but the full details remain unclear.

Adelaide London Mr. Amery Sta Dominions South “Australia Knet

Adelaide Elections Report Shows No Change in Front Ranks

In Adelaide the latest election counts and declaration votes show no change to the front. The Liberal County Party meet on Monday to welcome newly elected members and discuss seats and party positions ahead of the government taking office midweek.

Adelaide Habour Portiotiis

Duplicity in Tokyo as China entente hopes falter

London dispatches report Japan's statesmen divided over China policy amid Nanking violence and public anger. Chiang Kai Shek expected to restore order and arrange reparations while British and American calls for joint inquiry are resisted. Cantonese forces and foreign civilians faced danger during the Nanking crisis.

Chiang Kai Shek

Affa irs at Changsha amid foreign tensions and evacuations

Reports from Shanghai describe diplomatic protests after the Changsha incident with British and Japanese authorities withdrawing privileges and evacuating nationals. The Chinese commissioner demanded withdrawal of hostile forces and the handover of sailors. A Japanese consul criticized looting and anti foreign sentiment while noting Kuomintang propaganda blamed Northerners. The Shanghai view emphasized cautious investigation of the incident.

Sipanghal Maren Tran Las Wood Vind Chanangtshat Hax Mt Iy Changsha Shanghai Nanking Snes Tawlesa

American report on MacMurray Pekin protest and security

The American minister MacMurray in Pekin informed the State Department that depositions and statements suggest nationalist critics were more volatile than first believed. The report notes two known abortion attempts and multiple assaults, urging action and possible new forces to protect American lives and property in China while pursuing cooperation with allied nations.

Washington Marehy A Me. MacMurray Paw Romer MacMieray China Coolidge Will Feiuin United States pAmericas Ivere Ihe International oSetthen Shinghad Wifoter

Filipinas Join Cantonese In Manila Under Influence

The passage notes Filipinas taking roles under American instructors as Cantonese representation grows. It mentions newly accepted offers and a society wing called Legionaries with headquarters in Manila, led by Dellubio and Archinelago linked figures.

Manila Filipinas Twa Litsuilar Ines Olvorclate Emisaieris Maweye Filipinas Inetingg Av Society Sheku Mintang Calles Legionaries Dellubio Rhhinies Rhie Archinelago

Anglo American Missionaries Evacuation Nearing Completion

The Anglo American mission in the Tangshan area reports gradual evacuation of missionaries from the valley. Some remain undecided or are en route, with a few planning to leave soon. The American Chamber of Commerce notes heightened protection and advises evacuation timing, while others join the international naval contingent for travel.

Shanghal Marcle Aaa Vangive Valley Sithier Dowie Herriest Aylar Vite Aiid Jtankows

Hinckler's Try and Australian Right in London March Story

A garbled 19th century notes a fairout for Hinckler in London dated March 28. It mentions HINCKLER, a circuit of 146, and names cities like Edinburgh Newcastle Norwich and Cronin, with Pinedo's flyton and New Orleans references amid unclear racing chatter.

Maret Mittin Croy Crore

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