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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 06, 1922
Page
4
A classified style notice announces Thursday May sale of a varied collection from the Convent including foals, bicycles, oil paintings, furniture, kitchen appliances, garden tools, and general household items. The listing cites a luncheon meeting for ladies and notes the event is conducted by auctioneers with a large assortment to be removed for disposal.
H J Ward and family thank friends and relatives for their care and sympathy following the death of their husband and father. They acknowledge the numerous moral tributes and kind letters extended during their sad bereavement.
In loving remembrance of our dear Grandmother who passed away on May 6. We saw her slowly fade and could not relieve her pain. Her memory remains with us, carried by Melvin and family through sorrow and love.
Kennedy Senior Meatball Chad headlines a social night at AQUATIC MALL on Thursday May 14. The auditorium will host a dance by BULCOCK'S Orchestra and a Mission to Gents exhibit with early 20th century entertainment flair.
Applications invited for the position of Chief Analytical Chemist at the Union Trustee Company of Australia Ltd Gordonvale Central Mill. General Manager Seymour Howe states the role begins at a stated rate with one month’s notice on either side.
The Metal Market report from Stanes on May 5 lists London copper prices with terms for 3 and 6 month quotations including forward and spot values. Tin prices are shown with forward and forward equivalents. American electrolytic copper is noted at 13 cents.
Townsvelle Grammar School, a boarding and day institution, is led by Headmaster Rowland M.A. and supported by nine staff members all from university backgrounds. The school offers five scholarships to the university and active programs in cricket, football, tennis, and swimming with opportunities available through Secretary Dr. Donald, Flinders.
Brisbane reports May 5 on Roma Street consignments with Lu certs Enatl Woetinued provincialer and Prime items cleared for good quality. Several lots cleared at 6/4 and 3/9, with imports and price moves noted. Upward price adjustments and bag quantities for starches and bran recorded, while the Price Fixing Commission announces flour price increases and regional impacts.
The fragment describes multiple vessels and routes involving Cairns and nearby ports. It mentions departures and arrivals from Eastern parts and transfers via Towerville and Te'elock, with notes of passenger and general cargo statuses and no passengers or cargo offered on a sailing.
A 1922 report outlines mood in South Australia amid Labor and Country Party activity. It notes Hughes possibly aligning with the National Federation, hints at a December section, and discusses chances of an early election and party splits affecting the federal government.
A dense regional text cites issues around Caucus control, anti Caucus Davies cooperation, and fears of extremism affecting labor and industry. Mentions Water Power discussion, a Bloomfield death, and auctions. notes on Sailor Bryant inquiry and local fashion sales. Includes wartime college and scouting references.
Fragmented notice announces a sale of fashionable and well chosen furniture by Mr N W Iy. It mentions publication timing and invites contributions to verify the listing. The text shows typographic errors but indicates an auction or sale of quality items and requested authentication.
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