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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 31, 1927
Page
4
A Cairns reader asks the editor to publish information on the expense of operating three electric lights for about three hours each night and the estimated price before installation, from Atherton dated March 29.
A Mt. Garnet district correspondent urges an official inquiry into suspected killings of horses and cattle at local stations. The writer accuses unnamed culprits of theft and of misusing public sympathy, demanding action after recent animal deaths and missing prosecutions.
Last Sunday's scores show shooters led by T Smith and Craney with high marks at 0.300 wr. The club plans a shoot next Sunday at 900 yards to prepare for Easter events. Meeting set for Friday at the School of Arts, while Rev Farer, grandson of Dean Farer, plans a Northland visit in three months. A local Beatrice River road report cites severe mincing conditions and calls for bylaw mediation to curb heavy traffic during wet season. Ivanhoes trip to Atherton upset the home team, with junior results and note on A McMahon handling.
The service at St Johns Church featured the ordination of Rev Delman with Bishop and Ad deacon Moline leading. The ceremony included a procession to the bell, presentation of keys, and prayers ending with Te Deum and blessing for the parish.
After the ornate church ceremonies, the parish gathered for a cordial welcome to the new rector Rev. Gillean. Warden Mr White and Archdeacon Moline voiced support, while the Ladies' Guild provided refreshments. Community members praised Cairns and St John’s for the appointment.
The article explains four golf ball price points and types the small heavy ball the large floater the standard ball and the 2/6 ball. It compares performance against wind water and grass lies and suggests beginners choose based on quality and task rather than price while noting the 2/- ball supports new players.
Malanda hosts the first night of a boxing tournament as threatening weather deters spectators. Thirteen heats produced lively bouts with Calico versus English described as theatrical. Winners include Hannah, Petersen, Hopper, Soley, McMahon, St John, Morton, Evans, Vidier, and Calico in close decisions.
The East Innisfail President reports secretaries financial missteps with funds totalling 222 auditted as private use. Arrangements with Attard and a bank ensure ongoing liabilities are managed while prosecutions are avoided, with four months to resolve.
Fragmented OCR listing items from Boland's including embroidery edgings trimmings and hosiery in multiple colors. Mentions prices and various fabric types with scattered brand references and garbled descriptors.
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