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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 07, 1920
Page
2
An advertisement extols a multi refined tea freed from wasteful dust by a newly invented electrical vacuum method. It claims the process produces 200 capsules from each batch, highlighting efficiency and cost savings for tea buyers.
A playful burst about tea bills and the allure of a premium blend, contrasting real flavor with artificial substitutes. The piece extols the fragrance and quality of a respected brand used by many shoppers. It frames the grocer as a seller of genuine Boshells tea.
A mangled report notes a city council session discussing wartime measures and civic actions. Mentions Persh shee, ISUCA, YMCA North, and bids to approach Mr Hus about constrained hailings, with references to land, sales, and local officials shaping post war plans.
Fragmented readable lines suggest a report mention of a German plot or fraud tied to a public act. The piece references a candidate and a defense, with unclear names and dates. The text is garbled but hints at a legal or political matter under consideration.
Fragmented OCR yields unclear text about Australian trade and Amerion Anpecim, mentioning September and wartime measures. The readable bits reference the Australian trade scene, some proposed actions, and war related duties, with little concrete detail.
Washington reports on the financial crisis with focus on Japanese trade and the banking sector. Analysts suggest measures to stem the decline amid global uncertainty.
An armed attack occurred in London during May between Lie woe and Halmlongiond injuring Sergeant Ste Rens and a patrol constable who are in an astern condition. Police investigate motive and identify suspects.
Fragmentary OCR notes claim a government action involving surplus shells and delicate items. The text hints at a sale or disposal process and mentions Be ch of the covents and sabhe ta fertives, but key names and places are unclear.
May 6 dispatch reports U S aims to recognize leading American government and strengthen missions by confirming embassies. notes proceeding, drafting, and papermaking for formal recognition. Montreal segment cites New York Times on Feves locating something unclear and early timing mentioned.
A lengthy discussion dominated by residents and officials over holding a Saturday ballot in the town. Key figures Mr Nisbet and Mr Millington pushed for the Saturday vote, while others voiced support and concerns about sales, roads, and local public events. The meeting continued with calls to finalize the plan and ensure the holiday proceeds without disrupting sport or town activities.
Advices from Brisbane report a dispute among engineers led by General Monash. A tribunal in Melbourne will discuss remuneration rates and the pending appointment, with officials noting key conferences held and a likely presentation date for the team.
A report describes a derailment as a carriage broke and a train traveled about a mile before the rails bent slightly. Officials are sending the train to assess and repair the damage. Disaster details are unclear due to garbled OCR text, but the incident involves a derailment with minor track damage and an in-transit train.
Fragmented OCR text about an insurance company mentions authorized capital and references to share figures and year timing, but details are garbled. The readable names hint at Onal Insurance Co of Limited with fire, marine and accident cover and capital notes, though specifics are unclear.
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