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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 01, 1930
Page
9
Arrivals yesterday list several locals moving into the town including Tanda and Lirwee Ge while Tamaon and Eau Trastail show departures. The notice records daily population shifts and residential changes among small businesses and households in the area.
Movements of various steamship lines listed with departures and arrivals between London Brisbane Sydney and other ports. Names include Howard Smith Ltd agents and Mrs Samuel Allen, Sema Lid, Jaya end Singagore routes, and Aberdewr-White Gar lines. Includes dates in May and June, with emphasis on forwardings to San Francisco, Honolulu, Brisbane, Melbourne, and Fremantle.
A damaged report from Innisfail records an illegal firearm case where a foreigner is fined £40. The text mentions searches of barracks and a revolver seized, with references to inspectors and local officials. Details are garbled but indicate a legal action and penalty.
A garbled report outlines a legal hearing involving a Hawker figure and a sequence of questionable names. The fragment hints at a court action, a procedural timeline, and a referenced percentage, with unclear roles for Mr AL HL Ly and others. The text remains partial and nonconfirming.
A garbled OCR text reviews a Labor party field with mentions of Shier Connell and a Labor member facing critique. The piece pivots on an unclear reference to the next state election and the political contest around the Labor slate.
In Townsville on a April day Peter Pryor was commuted for trial in connection with a Calne Island incident. Charges against Hoffman and Kimo were adjourned until Friday as the Holter Court proceedings continue.
In Sydney Harbor a collision between two steam ferries damaged vessels including the Kiandra and Curl Curl. Passengers were injured but no fatalities were confirmed as crews and a salvage steamer responded. The incident disrupted service and prompted emergency response near the harbor.
A Brisbane inquiry hears testimony on the death of Bernard Ernest Stevens. A neighbor reports seeing Stevens with a firearm before the fatal event at his home. The inquest examines alleged actions by Stevens and possible witnesses who may have observed relevant conduct.
Fragmented OCR text suggests a gun incident with a body found and a suspect involved. References to a pastor, Stevens, a brace of veilety, and a trial date are unclear. The passage mentions a gun, a shed, and a potential arrest but details are garbled.
On behalf of the Gallegly family, thanks are extended to Doctor, Matron, and Nursing Staff of Herberton Hospital for continual care of their mother while an inmate, and to all friends for expressions of sympathy in their recent bereavement. This honors Joseph, their son and father, who died May 10, 1928, inserted by his mother, brothers, and sisters.
At a Salebankt Local Producers' Association meeting in Cairns the issue of Forestry Reserves versus agriculture in the Far North was debated. The piece argues reserves should suit land suitable for settlement, urging settlement on tablelands and promoting agriculture while noting need for careful official review of Danbulla and Gadgarra reserves and tax measures favoring agriculture.
In remarks at the Civic Welcome, the Premier stresses economy across the board. Mr Moore is praised by observers for calling for responsible action addressing work, unemployment, and state debt while criticizing opponents of government policy. Letter from D. H. McWilly of Cairns provides the contact.
The forecast says coastal showers with isolated inland storms and moderate temperatures. Winds mainly southeast to east, fresh along the coast. In Cairns Police Court, Peter James McKeown faced a drunkenness charge after failing to appear, bail set at five shillings. In Innisfail, licensing court heard a hawkers license application. Senior Sergeant Shershy noted no police objection, granted by Mr A B Aitken.
A garbled dispatch notes travel plans for Cairns with references to tram elimination and Monday departure. The piece mentions Taratat and Vaan, near the four hour mark, with details obscured by OCR errors and advisor input from an unnamed resident correspondent.
Local notes report a complex Caicos records page with a money claim tied to sale execution costs from July to October 1920, involving J Campbell and the Australian Workers Union. The magistrate grants several claims and a summons for various debts, with swimming carnival highlights and school records mentioned alongside.
The Minister for Railways Mr Godfrey Morgan will travel in May for a three week tour of northern districts including Port Douglas Cairns Kuranda Mareeba Malanda Mitchel and Yungaburra. He aims to meet railway employees and discusses possible action on a superannuation scheme if supported by a southern act.
Canberra report outlines fears that constitutional amendatory powers could be misused if Labor proposes a referendum. It warns that executive and parliamentary actions might enable violence or coercion when a small minority dominates the House.
In Dar win on April 28 government residents office was besieged by about 1000 unemployed demanding work or sustained relief. Police and health officers faced the crowd as doors opened and a struggle ensued before the demonstrators withdrew and claimed their demands were met though no money relief was available.
In a Sydney broadcast, Professor Undge warned Australia faced a southward market drop, with shares losing over £100 million in the past year and wage warnings rising to about 140000. The note mentions unemployment rising, including women and part time workers, and references figures like 50,000 and a supposed ten percent drop in figures, with comparisons to Wool and wheat that imply broader economic stress.
The piece reports on political contention over sugar policy, Imperial preference, and government actions. It cites Mr O Keefe, Mr Percy Pease, Mr Ryan, and Mr Bruce, contrasting Labour and Conservative roles. It notes a 1920 event and British preference history, highlighting party critique and public statements.
Fragmented speech and partial quotations cover a heated wage dispute with arbitration as a central theme. References include Mr O Reele, Coare of Quernplanid, and Ministerial voices on wage levels, court rulings, and the role of the arbitration committee in policy.
A damaged OCR fragment shows a call for every effort and quick production of goods at low prices. It mentions living on reserves, securing cheap items, and resisting attempts to touch savings, implying economic strain and wartime austerity.
Canberra April 29 The Government plans to train timber and marketing staff or send them abroad to boost overseas sales of Australian products In training they will learn about production for export and the main farm goods preparations and export processes Others will be engaged to collect statistics for exporters and assist in marketing efforts abroad
The Government outlines the intention to establish a Commercial Intelligence branch within the Markets Department. The move aims to address complaints about how Australian goods arrive and the current lack of adequate deputy representatives to enforce conditions.
A breakdown in essential parts caused widespread flooding and service outages across the city. Repairs are underway after parts were sent for fix, with officials noting the situation could worsen if delays continue. Residents report interrupted transport and rising water levels in several streets as authorities coordinate response.
The Moore Government lodged an application with the Court to restore the 48 hour week for certain government employee clauses. The Court noted that reductions in hours were burdensome on the Crown and railways, requiring separate applications for relief. The prior government faced criticism for flouting the Court.
The text records a disjointed speech and committee actions with references to Me Jones and Mr O Reilly, discussing reopening the Palmer goldfields, railway outcomes, and mining confidence. It notes government assurances to bona fide companies, protests, and exchanges about farmers and local voices amid unclear narratives.
Fragmentary OCR reflects a discussion of stalled goods, odd ship notices, and a city’s supply concerns. Names and places are unreadable, but the sense is a troubled commerce scene with delayed deliveries and public frustration.
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