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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 06, 1935
Page
7
Fragmentary notes show May 4 and May 1 dates with cargo and forward prices for boats and goods, including amounts like 75 W/E and 14, notes referencing Papua and New Guinea. Mentions heat derived by Ambalian Miort and Ship forward issues amid a dated sales schedule.
Fragmented OCR lists ships and routes with departures from Sydney Brisbane and Cairns in May. Mentions Overseas Lines, Pacific ports, sail dates May 10 to May 21, and cargo items including metals and chemicals with prices in pounds shillings pence.
Cardwell observers report a great revival of industries across Queensland since Labor took power three years ago. Timber demand rises while sleeper prices increase sharply, boosting circulation and district economies. Prices for sleepers show notable gains from 5 to 10 percent, with specific increments cited for several work-related sleepers. The overall effect is a significant boost to the waste district.
Archbishop Duhig travels from Brisbane to Melbourne for the hierarchy conference of the Catholic Church of Australia. The gathering will decide on social and educational actions and is described as the largest assembly of bishops in Australia’s church history, aimed at honoring the Catholic faith and serving the country.
Fragmentary OCR details a Terengh a cofualow lettering issue and the Cairne City Conseil session on Friday. It mentions Mr D J Glangow and John George Lang in a shaky report, noting a teal defeat and related events.
Farmers discuss silage pit dimensions and methods including ploughing, binder cutting, and tractor work. Observations note hay quality, feeding losses, and silage waste on pit sides with water seepage. References to machinery, rations, and earlier experiments with silage preservation.
The Roma market saw mixed hay and lucerne deliveries with late-season demand pushing prices to satisfactory levels. Potatoes and oaten chaff sold, wheat and maize prices noted. trade in rock cod and schnappers also reported. Royal Society festival notes and local cane planting varieties were announced. a court fine was recorded for Michael Tobateeguve.
Evens and family invited to funeral of their son at 10 o'clock Monday morning from Presbyterian Church Cairns to Carmena Cemetery Martyn. Workers Federation invited to attend. HM Svendsen Proprietary Limited embalmers note on King and Empire. Text reflects on royal jubilee and imperial unity, praising the King and British Empire.
In loving memory of our dear mother Mary Reay who died May 6. Our hearts ache with sadness our eyes shed many tears how we miss you as the thirteenth sad year dawns. Inserted by daughters Mary and Elsie Reay Port Douglas.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a broad topic with scattered terms like world and academy. Readable names or concrete facts are not present. The piece resembles a stray public notice or wire item lacking clear action, date, place, or organization.
A man named Purcell pleaded guilty to traveling without a ticket after admission at the court. The report notes confusion over his arrival, a waggle containing a large number of items, and a 40 shilling offense with a 24 hour default.
The document, signed by Police Magistrate Mr Wy Dill of Innisfail, states that a null-owner must not refuse pickup of cane at the mill's cost if it falls from trucks en route. It adds penalties for neglect and outlines responsibility for remaining cane on the track to the mill.
The Silver Jubilee marks a quarter century since King George V ascended the throne. Leaders laud his reign and loyalty to the people, noting the monarch’s humble bearing and enduring bond with Britain and its dominions. The occasion underscores unity, duty, and shared destiny within the democratic Empire.
Sage Pallare reports a high tanning wire issue causing a brief dark period near Esplanade at approximately 9.15 last night. The defect was corrected quickly. Esplanade at Cairne today includes the clampioeship of Trsity Inlet with additional events to follow. Anterascetes will be served aboard.
In Innisfail on May 4 R H Sherrington spoke at a large meeting at Cawley chat centre. He praised the reception and urged political change for Herbert. Sherrington noted strong evidence of voter interest and anticipated a revolt next Saturday as campaign momentum builds.
A fragile report notes confidence in success amid unrest at a field hospital. Names such as Joseph and Brisa appear in messy OCR text, with fragmented titles and unclear actions. The item hints at a political or military context but lacks coherent details to specify date, place, or outcome.
A fragmented dispatch from Brisbane summarizes mixed reactions to political events in North Queensland. It notes visits to Mackay and other towns, references electoral hopes and party figures, and comments on parliamentary performance and redistribution impacts.
Meadmore, a quiet former Indian Army officer and vampler at Randfonten Mine, was last seen alive after driving two people near Randfontein Rowse. He announced retirement plans amid a tense scene as police investigate a possible motive in the Machayie Mine area, where two Europeans are involved.
A fragmented account discusses indigenous territories and settler expansion, detailing aboriginal reserve proclamations, failed cattle stakings, and the clash over land. It cites frontier pressures, racial mixing, and policy aims to retain protection while noting population impacts.
Canberra May 5 The Australian Prime Minister urged the nation to support a maternal welfare fund as a tribute to motherhood and a pledge to protect mothers. He noted high maternal mortality and urged all Australians to back measures to reduce deaths in the first week after birth.
May 5 Commonwealth Fund Canberra reports South Australia has not promised to contribute and will participate in organizing a fundraising campaign. New South Wales firms have given 4700 pounds in recent years, lifting the state's total to 15 900. National totals include Victoria 5000, Western Australia 5000, Tasmania 5900, and New South Wales 100. Allocation decisions reference Commonwealth funds of about 430 000 pounds and state contributions, with Queensland’s government expected to add between 6000 and 7000.
Fragmentary text references Wembley Cup and Castleford wine with unclear names and phrases. The readable bits suggest a headline style about a competition or event, mentioning a person or team led by a figure named Mas B In de Roa, but key details remain obscured by garbled OCR.
The Johnstone Shire Council has drawn attention to the swamp area near Cairns and urges action to reclaim land. It cites Cairns example where reclaiming swamps reduced malaria and improved prospects, arguing for a similar policy to curb health and environmental issues in Innistail.
A launch explosion aboard a vessel caused severe injuries to a crew member who jumped overboard and was rescued near the breakwater while other launches rushed to the scene. Firefighters from two stations battled the blaze before the craft burned out and sank.
In a May 3 match from Condon, South Africa defeated Worcestershire. Worcestershire were bowled out in the second innings for 95 as South Africa posted a sizable lead. Notable bowling figures included two for Ds Bel and one for 17.
In a lengthy morning contest WADOTS faced a stronger visiting side as the home team struggled to score. Creme produced the lone notable innings but the overall batting showed weakness, leaving the locals unable to match the visitors throughout the game and regret lingered over missed opportunities.
County matches London in a reported event on May 4 with sparse readable text. No further details available due to fragmentary OCR.
A fragmented OCR text hints at a local event where Se Be Salen rises amid uncertain fate. Names and places are unclear, but a public or community action appears tied to efforts in the region. The snippet implies a dramatic increase or ascent within a mapped locality.
Witnesses report a Bronze bound incident near Opn, describing injuries and the sequence of events. Police and witnesses are cooperating as investigators gather statements and check nearby surveillance for clarity on what occurred.
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