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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 05, 1930
Page
10
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An American journalist and Australian Travel Association figures tour Cairns, Green Island, and the Atherton Tablelands, praising Far North scenery and marine beauty. Officials including Mr O Connor and Mr O Gorman promote campaigns to attract overseas visitors, backed by federal and state agencies.
Melbourne May 4 A voter attack by the State Presider of the Returned Soldiers League targeted the Federal Government over Referendum for Returned Over the Top. Mr Holland condemned the Prime Minister and Cabinet as a disgraceful blend of antagonism to soldiers and degradation to the nation.
A Cairns district meeting of the Returned Soldiers League protested federal interference with returned soldier preference. The Cairns Diggers asserted the government policy undermines the benefits promised to men on active service during the war.
Fragmentary notice from Mossman outlines an election for chairman. Details are unclear but it references the Shire of Douglas and a ceremonial or formal process.
A government inspector outlines new plant quarantine designations to prevent interdistrict spread of cane plant pests and diseases. The rules prohibit movement of cane plants into quarantine districts and require permits under the act.
The Cannonn Trophy weekend event opened Saturday with rounds that produced unexpected results and highlighted skill gaps due to course conditions and player form. R Browne and J Mathieson delivered notable performances as others faced stiff challenges and organization drew praise and calls for more trophies to boost participation.
A Brisbane report notes calls for shared sacrifice as Queensland faces income shrinkage and unemployment. The Treasurer cites a future Work Week plan to boost employment and fund reforms while urging public patience and unity in economic reconstruction.
Morning games featured Ward defeating C Grimey by two and Browne beating M Klarnem by five. Mathiewn topped E Lyon and Anderson beat F J O’Been, with Warner over MS Thorne. Afternoon saw Mathieson best Firvwene and RO’Meara defeat J R Warner, as Anderson’s lead tightens. A keen race forms around O’Meara Mathes and Warner with ongoing debate on who will win.
Detailed bowling figures list batsmen and bowlers with wickets taken. Entries include Wail, Ponsford, Walker, Grimmett, Geary, and others with figures such as 3 for 37 and 7 for 4. Sundry totals and notes on dismissals appear amid terse shorthand and abbreviations.
In London on May 1 Worcester's Walters top scored with 44 as Warwickshire chased in the second innings. Grimmett shone with 5 for 44 as Worcester limited Warwickshire to a modest total. Wall and Fairfax bowled steadily but wickets fell mainly to Grimmett and Hortonbrook, with rain-affected interruptions noted and the game ending around 1 15 pm.
London reports say Australia won handsomely but last wickets stayed hard to remove. Grimmett and Grimmy lead bowling while Hornibrook improves. Comments praise England bowlers for tenacity and note Lewester prospects against the Mulltra match lineup.
The report notes lively chatter among Australians staying at a hotel opposite a gambling venue as they celebrate a center victory. An anonymous letter writer complains about Richardson’s attire and a motor car incident en route to Worcester, stirring indignation.
The National Bank of Australasia strongroom near Lennon's Limited was broken into Friday night. Police found the safe damaged and £2900 in cash missing after a 9 am Saturday check. Entry likely used bank keys and the thieves escaped by concealing their entry, marking a bold local robbery.
In Canberra on May 7 the Federal session heard Mr Scullin defend the Commonwealth financial year cost of £37,800 and confirm preference for returned soldiers in contracts. Questions covered the Central Reserve Bank Bill, balance of reserves, and the location of the Reserve Bank headquarters in Sydney.
On May 4 at Palm Island Police Court several Aboriginal residents waved evidence in the Hoffman case, corroborating Mrs Ballard. Further hearing adjourned to Tuesday next, with completion of the cave expected.
In Zurich on May 2 1951 Crawford and Moon won for Australia in the singles as Moon defeated Chiesa Switzerland 4 6 6 1 and Crawford edged an opponent in a later match. Heavy rain interrupted play and conditions remained unsettled as the Australian team started a strong series in the Davis Cup tie.
Belgium defeated Spain 4 5 2 2 in a Davis Cup tie played in Antwerp. Ohtw and Harada Cayany contributed for Japan Hungary in the same event. The reported results show tense rallies with mixed fortunes for both teams as progress continues in the tournament.
In Warsaw on May 2 Mira Rowmania beats Ste Row Poland 6 6 4. Trocpymek of Poland defeats Poole Net Croatwaiat 7 5. Belgrade reports Freddie Hugo Sharadete Ramberg Sweden and Scheller Jmno-Sigetag lead Soderstrom Sweden 4 0 6 4 amid day of matches.
A chaotic scene marred a match at Bournemouth as spectators shouted and the umpire admonished players. The crowd's outburst interrupted play while officials attempted to restore order amid unclear exchanges involving Miss Joan Fry and others.
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