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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 09, 1910
Page
4
The late ruler is described as beloved and well connected by kinship, with a gift for tongues that helped him charm foreign guests. He adapts to languages and cultures, winning spontaneous ovations and warm reception from crowds. His sense of duty drives public service and charity, endearing him to all.
In this issue the Mayor invites local and general residents to attend a memorial service honoring the King. A meeting is set for tonight at the Council Chambers at o'clock to discuss the rig and arrangements.
A concise report notes an Abbott Street Friday night music program by the Band Rie Cairne Citizens Band Femader ec. A collection raised funds totaling £2 4s 4d with a portion donated by Burns Phiin sal Cu, highlighting community support for the event.
The fragment describes a Mount Garnet incident involving an incorrect weighing device and a suspect charged with possessing an improper weighing machine. It mentions a steel yard and various light measurements, plus references to coins, professionals, and counterbalance components. The readable text is fragmented and unclear about dates, names, or outcomes.
A concise note about a visit to Green Island and Leen holding on through a key moment. The item records a brief travel or event reference without further context.
A fragmented scene at a train platform centers on a crowd awaiting departure and a man named Jacky. The overheard exchanges hint at a pursuit or identification, with odd phrasing and unclear actions. The note hints at ROOTWARE DEPARTMENT involvement amid muffled dialogue and stray words.
LCSTDON Saturday copper ranges from 55 pounds 13 shillings 9 pence to 55 pounds 18 shillings 9 pence Electrolytic copper at 58 pounds 5 shillings Tin quoted 149 pounds 15 shillings to 150 pounds 5 shillings For ward prices from 151 pounds 2 shillings 6 pence to 151 pounds 12 shillings 6 pence.
The Cairns Stock Exchange listing shows multiple items with prices and notes for Chillagoe, Mungana, Mt Elliott, Mt Vorks, New Elnasleich, Hampden, Chillagoe Rekiygore, Vount Worgan, Vulcan, Mt Agnes, Village Mackamiph, and others. Several entries indicate paid shares, percentages, and odd lot figures, with references to company names, locations, and various bid prices. The fragmentary text suggests a broader market update with paid status and specific stock prices across multiple mines and holdings.
We will gladly publish the views of correspondents on any subject. It must be clearly understood that the post does not or war identify its writers.
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