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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 05, 1923
Page
3
The board plans appointing a secretary and calls for applications. Meetings will be held on the first Tuesday of each month. Members will receive compensation and seven copies of the Act and related reports will be obtained for district use.
Local timber seller lists cypress pine blocks and posts available for order and delivery. No prices shown. Orders accepted by phone or in store.
Disjointed note shows Mareeba Ice Works and Agency Co seeking an advance of L100 from the Minister for Works via local insurers, promising repayment by government funds and reopening an account with the Commonwealth Bank. Mentions application and housewives, with unclear figures and directions to decide proportions today.
A bearded discussion of establishing a Cairns Hydro-Electric Board to explore vast power potential. The debate covers selecting sites, funding, and the impact on regional industry and future large schemes. Officials deliberate timing, devices, and the balance between Westone schemes and local needs.
A fragmented advisory item lists practical tips for kitchen tasks. It mentions wax cards, borax use, boiling water, cleaning methods for sinks, and refreshing fabrics. The text reflects era style guidance on everyday domestic chores and minor remedies.
Police traced a man matching a described figure who had signed on a Finnish sailing ship Parchim for a fore voyage overseas. The suspect, caught on the eve of sailing, faced immediate police action and was detained for further inquiry.
Pocked text indicates Mt Morgan Gold Mining Company has secured eight acres from Baloo for mining. The option includes a four month extension with a right to prospection during that period. Agreement notes a potential purchase and exclusive rights to mine and evaluate the property.
An advertisement touts Reaver Health Salt claiming quicker relief from every twinge and morning jitter. The copy urges daily use for full-bodied, stimulating effects and features a bold claim of enhanced satisfaction.
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