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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 03, 1915
Page
2
fragmentary text records authorities claiming control over shipments to France and Rome and mentions a hunt for contraband cargoes. other items reference a constable detaining a suspect near Turaway horse, Barrett's Hotel Atherton, and ship movements involving Howard Smith Limited and the Mourityan.
A damaged OCR style letter fragment references several odd terms and names, including a person named Kelty and a phrase about a “pmhine wip” and a “comat.” Readable content is limited and coherent context is unclear.
The Market at TLOXDOS shows copper trading between £71/8 and £77 forward, with electrolysis and tin values listed around £135/197 and £100 respectively. Lead runs near £30,174 to £ Elizabeth 1/5, and silver quoted at 1/11 1816-5 with other minor metals noted.
The message praises Australian and Allied troops serving at the Dardanelles, highlighting loyalty to the King and the courage of the expeditionary force. It notes a large Australian contingent, recalls Boer War service, and predicts strong resistance against the Turks. The piece emphasizes duty, sacrifice, and the hope of delivering a good account of themselves.
A late night crash near the Four Mile Creek ends in serious injuries and a fatality. Mr William Cameron and Mr Harvey Draper were in a car that struck a hotel area embankment as help arrived. The vehicle remained at the scene until Sunday morning, then towed for repairs.
A fragmented recount of German arrivals at Sure, a Belgian village near Sambre Meuse, detailing a night of invasion. Soldiers looted homes, burned pens and stables, and terrorized residents as villagers hid. Sightings describe an early morning assault with gunfire and a forceful occupation.
A fragmented notice discusses upcoming deputations and interviews with Harbor Board members and city officials. It notes a New Court House location has not yet been arranged and mentions a meeting with Denham at the end of harbour board proceedings.
Audience on Severday night enjoys a mixed bill at the Palace Theatre with Keyeton comediennes and Fatty in The Antler as a shapely Nymph. The program features a sea war comedy In the Open, Beish Lanears and a Labia comedy Uidied X Bold Bad Bungiars. A strong, varied lineup promises a lively show with a full change for tomorrow night.
A community gathering in Kashar on Vivday saw strong support for Mr Ti D Stee with several votes in his favor. Mr Mackey chaired the orderly event while Mr Seat Murroman endorsed another candidate and planned to attend the Gordonvale district on Thursday.
Disjointed text fragments reference an event or meeting with partial names and places. The readable portions suggest a scene of spectators and a timeline, but concrete details such as participants, date, or location are missing.
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