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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 09, 1910
Page
8
The article notes a Sunday service at Valley Presbyterian Church in Brisbane with practical church references across Quemel. Prayers were offered for the consolation of the royal family after His Majesty's death, with the Governor in attendance.
Melbourne to day declared a day of mourning across the Commonwealth for the late Major. Postal services will run on a holiday schedule with limited deliveries. Townsville reports national sorrow with flags half-masted as tributes rise to King Edward VII and legacy as a patron of theatre and sport noted.
Fragmented text recounts royal figures and naval service with references to the late King and Queen, the Prince of Wales, and Victorian era events. Includes sermons about faith, resurrection, and national duty, with conjecture on the successor and Providence guiding the nation.
The lengthy cablegraphic and isha fees caused us to hold over a good deal of other news. Southern advice states that, with Brisbane excluded, all fixtures have been postponed.
The Department of Agriculture and Bieem kes berm report that Australian horses were sent to India for artillery work due to breast harness against shoulder brands. It notes experiences with collars causing galling and branding, and mentions horses having been used under these conditions.
An old advertisement promotes Dr Shelton's News for Colds and Coughs claiming quick relief. It touts easy doses and nationwide availability with prices listed as small amounts.
London readers report complaints about Australian butter and apples being tainted, though the vendor A J Draper of Mouse Furnisher, Courme, defends the quality. The piece notes general satisfaction as the selling aim and hints at ongoing concern over product integrity.
The Two Mile Hicycle handicap was won by Mc Garry with McKay second by ho yards. Demonstration Handicap winner Livingstone. A protest against Mc Garry for insufficient performances was dismissed. Hunter and McKay were disqualified for six months for questionable riding in bicycle races.
A Tuesday meeting at Blundell's Railway Hotel seeks participation from all interested in forming a racing club. The aim is to organise a race meeting and attract owners to support the proposed event, with plans for horses to race at Bamford on June 11 and then travel to Cooktown, weather permitting a heavy track being the main concern.
Golden Grove Butter announces operation of a modern factory ready to supply pecolalso with storekeepers and wholesale clients. Ice also available at reasonable rates. Atherton Auction Mart open under J. F. Hinsch for cattle, produce, lands sales and price offerings. Contact Amnott Auction Mart for matters connected to sales. Includes references to The Woolsey Pedersen Separator and other equipment.
A local notice asserts pneumonia can be prevented by taking Chamberlain's Cough Remedy at the onset of a cold. It cites widespread use during epidemics and endorses purchase from chemists and storekeepers.
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