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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 04, 1916

Page

2

Ambiguous names list from May edition with scattered notices

A garbled May issue fragment lists numerous surnames and partial names such as Ringoes Leck and Dickson, plus a scattered roster of individuals including Caesar Moria and Richelle Hey. The text shows numerous truncated proper nouns, likely from notices or ads, with unclear context or actions.

Copenin Prierneres Claines Ringoes Leck MicCsek Memrn Sherwoot KiSey Fantge Dickson W. Lont Caeser A Moria Resiaink Allen Richelle Hey Denhom Servemson Beale MecMillin Townsale Deekeet Abe Lewitt D. Fort Drewes Ectrisber B. Abozamiey Peidiek Peeabena Cefae Seika Marae

Untidy text about departy and travel events

A garbled report describes departures and journeys with scattered names and places. It mentions people leaving, travel to Towevriie and Macksy, and events at Towers, Towesee, and Towne Lam Gowns with references to relatives and dates.

Smamey Macksy Teesdey Lees Mitioe Renee Caer Fhearne Fem Brishene Amd Towemike Frey Iearing Lam Semtere Ant Ieee Teeniny Pee Joey

See See See Federal Pressure Shapes Local Votes

Fragmentary text shows a local election context with references to the Federal Government and various groups. It mentions votes, ratified measures, and potential impacts on communities. The readable material is highly garbled but centers on governance and public response.

Unclear OCR Suspense Court Case In London

In a murky transcription a defendant faced charges connected to a drinking incident with unclear names and dates. The report mentions a senior sergeant and penalties including a fine. Details remain garbled and uncertain.

Tropotax Fever Medicine Sold At Local Chemist

An obscure notice promotes Tropotax as a fever remedy available from W. A. Collen Chemist with prices listed. The fragment mentions medical terms and local names, then shifts to a legal matter about a Wednesday court appearance before Mr A. B Gilson and items sold and delivered in a separate case.

W. A. Collen A. B Gilson Casey Hillmen M. Whelis Hillman F Polen Thomson Y Vauner Lectin

Fragmented OCR Note on War Event and Casualties

An unreadable OCR fragment references the Dardanelles and wartime events. It mentions age figures, deaths, casualties, and mentions of Beary Arter Shade and Seavey in a seeking context. The readable portions imply a military or conflict setting with missing details.

Dardanelles Seavey

Fragmentary obituary fragment from Soule Hospital memorial notice

Fragmentary OCR items recall Robert Jorg memory and Necker Ware, with references to St Mag, Soule Hospital, and local names like Seer, Leatherman, and C Crome. The legible bits mention a sled, a window, and a safe beer note, but concrete facts remain unclear.

Robert Jorg Necker Ware Soule Mercer Loney Seer

Market price rush sparks fear of late rates

A fragmentary report notes rapid price movements at a market with wide spread panic among traders. Observers cite delayed updates and uncertain quotes as crowds crowd stalls and risk losses rise.

Fragmentary Brisbane Market Notes and Livestock Prices

A garbled market diary from Brisbane lists livestock lots and descriptions. Mentions merino ewes, deer, various buyers and sellers, and rough price notes with unclear names and quantities. The fragment hints at yard pricing and prime cattle but is unreadable in key details.

Unclear excerpt on wartime policy and figures

Fragmentary historical item mentions British and American policy debates, figures, and programs with scattered references to locations and names. The legible portions hint at international cooperation, wartime ratings, and peripheral discussions without a coherent event or date.

Unclear OCR Text About Licensing Court Proceedings

Fragmentary OCR reads a licensing court proceeding with names and transfers but many words are garbled. It mentions a licensing inspector and a hotel, with unclear references to individuals and actions. The readable pieces indicate a transfer related to a letter and a transactional matter before a senior sergeant.

Irregular Meeting Notes On Health Campaign And Malaria

A fragmentary report notes a meeting where MPs and the Speaker discuss malaria prevention and a health campaign. It mentions malaria fever, remedies, and public health efforts tied to workers and local authorities.

Easter Day Celebrations Mark War Effort in Town

The community hailed Easter and Anzac Day as drawing powers while carnivals at Flying Fish Point drew crowds. Proceeds supported the war council bands. services and entertainments honored Gallipoli heroes. Local notices mention gatherings at Shire Hall, community speeches, and thanks to dignitaries with plans for a social week.

Flying Fish Point War Council Gallipoli Duis Chergy Rene Ty Samber Gallepai Shire Hall Wm. Lennon Johnn McGregor Asa Ind Mesers,MeLted and Bailey Mareeba Howland Reton Amsae

Incoherent Brisbane policy note on occupation license

Fragmented report from Brisbane dated May 5 discusses a policy shift about an occupation license. The readable text mentions two portions of land, terms of tenure, and references to local authorities, but many words are garbled with missing letters.

Brisbane Iis Norsk Remshire Sage Norton

Weather summary of Cass rainfall and April totals

The report notes heavy showers in Cass with continued rain at night and forecasts from the Weather Bureau for more rain north of the Tropic. Napier at Packer's Camp records 8.87 inches of rain for April, with over six inches in the last four days.

Cass Alc Napier Packer

Anzac Day Observed in Ravenshoe With Park Naming

A Ravenshoe gathering marked Anzac Day with a service at the School of Arts, a parade to the reserve, and a 40 acre park naming proposal. Trustees were sought as the Lands Department asked for nominees while residents heard patriotic speeches and a prize essay read by Martin Triplit. The day ended with songs and an impromptu concert after a lengthy rainfall period.

Anzac Dey Oll Powle J. Menchinnen Bom Ae School of Arts Williams Cairns H Im School of Arta & Procession Ville Club Gallipoli Poole Zac Park Lands Department Ravenshoe Martin Triplit Me. Perot

Cee Rie Comet The Cites Sai Camar a held on on oe

The fragment mentions a comet sighting and a place named Cites Sai Camar with uncertain details about date and event. Authorities or organizations are not clearly identified in the readable text. Further readable context is needed to produce a precise summary.

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