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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 04, 1926

Page

5

Sugar Industry Battles in Australia Echo Politician Claims

J F Shillitn of Cairns argues Imperial Preference and government support bolster Queensland sugar farmers. He criticizes Cautus and Nationalist MPs for attacking industry aid, noting a ten year British budget increase and £250 per thousand ton impact on growers.

Cautus Queensland Sogae Industy Indus Lave Minty Bruce-Page Mir Rove Paue Suger Australia United Kingdom Manchester Messe Charlton Theo Ngland Bruce Berne Cancun Menormack J. F. Shillitn Abbots Street Cairne

Weather Forecast Fragments Reflect Coastal Chill Ahead

Fragment reads as a weather forecast noting tropical water, inland South Coast, and unsettled conditions. Mentions Cardwell and Thursday Island with westerly winds and cooler air. Indicates generally chilly south coast with variable coastal cover and inland variability.

Cardwell Thursday Island South Coast

Pheoo Taiping Arrival at Caras Under Gapian Frame

The taiping from the South will reach Caras under Gapian Frame at 530 am. A number of Chinese will depart at Cale. The Chang-Te is expected to arrive from the south by tomorrow, at least by Wednesday.

Pheoo Taiping Tom Caras

Banana Diseases investigate in Whot district

Mr Wood and entomologist Mr W Fregwate will oversee a district inquiry into banana blight affecting benangs in Whot. The study aims to identify pests and routes of infestation and to advise farmers on control measures.

Wood Nowetera Frodt W. Fregwate Dewae

Police Appoints Starmer Acting Sergeant in Cairns

A passenger on the night train to Cairns was Acting Sergeant Starmer, recently promoted after the death of Acting Sergeant McCrockam of Atherton. Starmer, previously at Hagglwinden, leaves Cairns for Atherton this morning to take the new position.

Cairs Starmer McCrockam Atherton Haglwinden Cairns

Cairne Ambulance Responds After Horse Rutting Incident

Cairne Ambulance treated JMre Ryan of Wunda Street for an injured keg. Gilbert Meek aged 10 sustained wounds to the left heel and side of the left foot when he fell from a horse onto a stump.

Cairne Ambulance Jmre Ryan Wunda Street Cairne Gilbert Meek

Notts Address Sparks Lively Debate at Meeting

A crowd in Abbott-street Cairns laughed as Dr Notts answered critics with witty jibes about pigs and Dagoes. The speech touched on Labour forms and the cane industry, promising cooperative measures and growers taking over mills when finances permit.

Dr. Nott Resela LE. C. Truscott Abbott-street Cairne

Banana market plans outlined by fruit official visit

Mr W Ellison of Agriculture and Stock conducts banana packing demonstrations in the Tonisiail district for growers and traders. He will visit Cairns Low Chong's garden Dowdle Island Road Man Sings garden and Glen Loughton Estate to share methods, with Mr Rowe coordinating and Mr Rosa joining Cardwell district after the Cairns itinerary.

W. Ellison Emstructor Ipeperwonens Papa North Tonisiail Wil Lam Elle Sum Cairne Hin Ellison Cairns Mr. Frost J. L. Peake Calina Rosa Will Cardwell

Timber Pricing Heated Debate in Parliament

W W Green of the Nationalist and Country Progressive faction condemned timber pricing at Halifax. He argued timber costs had surged about two hundred percent since ten years ago, blaming government controls on reserves and auctions. He cited exports from Cairns and Royalty charges, noting state spending far exceeded revenue, and contrasted 1912 housing costs with present levels.

Halifax W. W. Green Kennedy Cairns Queensland Adelaide G. W. Free

Delay in Publication Notice for Post Readers

Notice explains a delay in today's issue due to two serious mechanical failures in the Post machine room. The staff report publication was postponed while repairs were made. The message ends with a mis-spelled note about the Bishop of Stoneheetor.

Government demands end to coal strike and press freedom fears

An official Downing Street statement reports the British government will not continue subsidies without accepting the Commission report on coal industry reform. It cites planned general strikes, press interference, and calls for immediate withdrawal of strike instructions as dangers to constitutional rights.

General Council Trade Union Congress Router

Volunteers Rally for Law Enforcement Aid

A fragmented report describes many volunteers from Nagas joining efforts with Varge crowaly copilot at Divine to support law enforcement. The piece notes widespread public volunteerism, though details are unclear due to damaged text.

Divine Deere

Precautionary Measures Reported in London and Cardiff

A London notice says Hye Park was halted to gather funds for milk distribution in the Lowton area amid price increases. A Hampshire battalion reached Cardiff with orders to move if needed. The Athonie Flowt plans to depart Portsmouth Tuesday for Washington margins, while officials await leadership codes.

London Hye Park Mu Wwe Lowlom Sky Constabla Cardiff Portanouth Wason Mercergives

Commviminals Arrests Surround Parvhered Tactics

London reports say two Commvivalers and three VWeritiels Tapciots were seized in Khete Mark after a clash with authorities. Police on Ohele halted the Mounted Molice as the crowd attempted to end Communist activity near APA Public Utilities. London May mentions the Herhioh Advertising Conven on being abandoned following delegates' parvhered gathering.

London Conmivcalers Tee Vweritiels Tapciots Khete Ohele Aml Molice Commuantsuim Apa Public Utilities Herhioh Am ‘Onsen

Mr Collins and the Farmers Electors Speak Out

Mr Collins and the farmers electors discuss Bowen dispute at Crooket Theatre. Collins faced interruptions as he answered charges of sowing dissension, denying claims with a sharp retort. A vote of thanks to C G Munro followed, while supporters cheered Labor party pledges after hours of speeches.

MR. Collins Mlomwe Hill Charles Collins Lalor Nomin Crocket Collins Bowen Charlie Colina Stower Col Acti Catel Labor Party Donnelly Homg

Leap At Maitland Speedway Injures 13 Spectators

In Sydney on May 1, a serious Maitland Speedway accident injures 13 spectators and leaves rider L Foster with a fractured ankle and shin. Foster, 22, lost control in a semi final handicap heat, struck a fence and flew into the crowd as the motorcycle crashed among onlookers.

Sydney Maitland Renit L. Foster Foster Sly Beret

Law and Order in Britain Faces War Time Strain

London May 1 The Home Secretary received notice late that night warning the country to be prepared for a general on town Monday The government acts to maintain food fire and light supplies and to protect all workers in these essential industries while preserving law and order during wartime.

London Home Secretary

Fourth Death Claims Little Thelma Kreis Victim

Report states Thelma Kreis died from injuries in a Sunday incident. Mothers and other injured persons are reported to be improving, with others yet to recover.

Ae Little Thelma Kreis Kishane Moo Sueenee

Financial Proposals Stir Australian Coalition Cabinet Talks

Melbourne reports on Federal capital proposals and shifts within the government as ministers deliberate over per capita wealth measures and cabinet appointments. Rumors swirl about party impacts and leadership retirements while debates address filling the South Australia and Tasmanian seats and the role of the Country Party.

Melbourne Cortes Oarder Unwe Dielowe Kelenal Plutta Slisgeneton Nationalias Ponty Owen Victor Wilsat Victor Wilken Bouth Australia Soir Merry Karwell Semate Newhewd Unier Hoth Victor Walaa Ewing Senate Hruen South Australia Myr J. Vankes South Austra Wit Roothby Coater Plas Victor Wilson J. D. Millen Tasmania State Country Party Millen Lally Joseph Cook London Voliticaliow New Howse Earle Pare W. M. Hughes

Australian workers defy awards threaten mass dismissal

In Sydney on May 1 thousands of workers abstained from Saturday shifts under the 48 hour week, risking dismissal for noncompliance. Employers blame union officials for the action, threatening to discharge 3 000 to 4 000 workers who refused to work. Prime Minister Bruce considers reform to the Commonwealth Arbitration Court to resolve standard hours.

Rydney Avard Weork We Ie Natal Prades Bruce Federal Architeahon Court Metal Trade Employers’ Association Voppare Ap HO Amalgamated Enginerin Union Ecertaly Wades Miny Trades Mall Council Holloway Mtr Mrr Krave New South Wales Community Commonwealth Court Marlon Arbitration Court Sedney Messrs Tony Mort's Douck Cochaton Viland Metropolitan Vielers Ts. Tor Mehr

Unionists threaten coal mines risking stoppage across Victoria

A threatened strike by miners and unions in Victoria targets several coal mines including Wornthags Korumburra Jombannah and Ont trim with a 14 day cease work notice. The secretary said talks may continue Saturday to avoid a stoppage as other industries risk disruption across the state.

Gener Saenerday Talon O Zahm Victoria

Cooktown Labor reception signals tight Cook constituency race

Fragmented report notes Labor government stance on Aborigines and employment amid a Cooktown constituency contest. Mention of actions affecting aboriginal labor on mainland stations and in native industries. Reference to local sentiment and an upcoming near even election result.

Cooktown Harr Kyarn Thursday Island

Negotiations in Downing Street Amid National Coal Strike

London reports a breakthrough in talks as Trades Union Congress negotiators meet but a mass walkout threatens supplies. Ministers call cabinet meetings while mining leaders recall to London for late night talks with Prime Minister Baldwin. Military plans and railway measures prepare for possible general disruption.

London Downing-Street Byin Trades Union Congress Culier Loudon Treo Elle A. J. Cook Jay MacDonald Mr. Baldwind Mireting Reatter Natonal Union of Railway Umticos Cme Lionemr Lomarrow Crient Western Railway Donengeeetrert DB Shoe

France and Britain Face New Labor Front Amid Postwar Tensions

Paris reports indicate Britain and France may join a unified labor front to pressure postwar settlements. Observers warn a compromise could stall continental labor movements and trigger a global labor flare-up after a long peaceful period.

Paris Hevali France Britain

German miners seek halt to coal shipments to Britain

Germany with its Ruhr coal fields and Dutch labor unions pursues measures to block direct transport of coal to Britain. Socialist and Communist leaders urge German miners to aid British colleagues in regaining coal market share, amid Britain’s mining dispute and Dutch negotiations.

Berlin Germany Erin Ruhr Hritain Britain Holland

War declaration and wartime food controls amid talks collapse

London reports quote Mr J H Thomas saying war has been declared after negotiations broke down. The government asserts food conditions are normal and urges compliance with regulations on food petrol and essentials. Public updates will come via town halls and post offices as required.

London J. H. Thomas Vt Ia

Sugar Mills Engineers and Award Granted

Proceedings before the Board of Trade reveal a petition to equalize preference for engineers at Sugar Mills. Debate centers on casual vs regular employment, holiday pay, and calling mill workers to same terms. The board reserved its decision amid arguments from union representatives and mill owners.

Sugar Mills Engineers Pilicaton Marla Apu AEA Caeradi ALU Ruperto Carroll Kingflowers' Union Benjamin G. H. Peichard

Fatal collision between motorcycle and car near Manly

A fatal crash occurred when a motor cycle with a sidecar and a car traveling abreast collided near Manly. The motor cyclist died at hospital. a passenger and a car driver from Cooparon sustained injuries. Police investigation underway.

Urisiane Mundy Tpawich Naee Tingalpa Nilelindy Hrishame Varly Manly Evillisia Wrigzles Wrorles Jenlie Cooparon

Auctioneers to Sell Household Goods and Effects

Local notice announces a public auction by Draper Led and T. Revidan auctioneers selling the household furniture and effects of Mrs Come Hell. The sale is planned for Wednesday May at multiple street locations with roads briefly closed to traffic for access. Don Ryan and G Fame appear as speakers or organizers with details of venue at Vea to-night and Lanetank State School events on subsequent days.

National Party Wall Thuraday Messrs A. J. Does Draper Hin Behald Ryan Adareon Tubulla Jaieem Hell- Street T. Revidan Thysehold Hell Coput Draper Eeeren Don Ryan MLL A Lanetank State School Ae. G. Fame Atherton

Gipsy Tonight’s Quiz Sparks Eyebrows Across Town

Fragmentary OCR reads as a playful note about a local event with scattered names and hints of betting or bias, inviting readers to question details and seek clearer confirmation from organizers.

Se dep on sete tour of drugs and perfumery stock

A brief notice notes a tour of a Se dep on sete stock for drugs and perfumery. It mentions items presented by U Presents and Carnique Artigies in a local trade display.

Se Dep

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