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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 09, 1913
Page
2
An inspection showcases up to date fashion with Se gnd variety in Pyrexee se wrappers gowns and dress ting jackets. The display promises numerous advantages to shoppers seeking stylish, practical wardrobe additions.
The Friends of Mr J F Ab Dullar invite mourners to the funeral of his late father leaving from Mr A Abedullah’s residence in Nelson at 1 pm Friday afternoon for Nelson Cemetery. Undertaker H M Svendsen to embalm. The notice notes the surrounding Balkan war context and rising tensions in Europe, with Britain and France warned of possible conflict and the need for readiness.
The Post notes that Turkey has yielded territorial concessions and the lingering issue is Allied demands for an indemnity. Finance links to provincial debts. the Great Powers may decide who pays. Within the alliance, disagreements over Salonika allocation grow sharper as Greece possibly sides with Bulgaria.
London records show Tim’s 251 pounds 10 shillings to 399 pounds with forward Te 10 shillings to 2 pounds. Lead and L10/T/4 entries outline minor adjustments and totals in the currency ledger for the period.
Notes from Cairns papers report a clean sheet at the Cairns Police Court yesterday morning and a 4 oclock Cairns Chamber of Commerce monthly meeting this afternoon. Items note delayed departure of Mr J A Kearney until the 11th instant and property sale in Minnie Street by Mr A J Draper at noon tomorrow. The Valuations appeals court for Cairns Town Council sits 1:50 pm. Governor’s arrival to Cairns anticipated with telegraphic advice. Labor saving devices gain public demand amid climate and domestic helper scarcity.
Church services at St John and All Saints, Welton announce 1 a m Holy Communion and related rites. A fashion display by Mrs Reidy and Mins Patterson at Hides Hotel showcases gowns and accessories. An auction by I. G Hoare of Mrs K Bolger’s furniture, including a fine piano, is at Abbot Street. The Adelaide Vessel Berrier arrives with coal. The North Queensland Herald plans new features and illustrated content, highlighting Arbor Tree, Cairns landmarks, Mount Morgen mine, and Bundaberg canegrowth.
Lieutenant HR Fraser, a Federal rifle range inspector, arrived by Wyreema from Bowen. His itinerary covers new ranges at Mount Molloy, Mount Jolime, Wolfram Camp, Evelyn Street, and visits to Atherton, Mareeba, Yungaburra, Chillagoe, Fort Overview, Mosman, and Cooktown. He notes grants for range formation and discusses local participation and trophy money impact.
A reader voices concern over stray horses roaming the business district at closing time while noting a prior sighting on the Esplanade. The piece asks Cannottos Council to address the problem. Meanwhile a Cait Theatre event featuring a crawd novel and military evening draws crowds. The program includes illustrated songs and a patriotic song by Mr Curtis. Tonight the Theatre advertises a Ladies' Night show.
A fragmented catalog of linens and textiles with prices and yardages. Items include longcloths Madapolam towels damask linens unbleached and dyed fabrics in various widths and finishes. Also lists striped linen drills brown linen and related household textile products with assorted measurements and prices.
The Cosktown Independent reports a complaint regarding the Steamer Matungs. A pilot whaleboat lost its feet on Friday afternoon while delivering to the Matungs, forcing the vessel to return due to boisterous weather and a busy Lena. The Matunge then sailed south with a steam launch, raised anchor, and carried local mails and passengers.
Arthur Edward Drewe and Patrick Joseph Hartigan of Cairns merchants petition for liquidation under arrangement with creditors. They seek court authority to convene creditors meetings, with the first general meeting to be held at Lilley and Murray’s office in Cairns on the way day.
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