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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 09, 1928
Page
7
Reading shows a port tide table for May with high tides at 11:50 am and 4:20 pm and moon phase markings including last quarter and fourth quarter dates. The text also mentions ship import activity and references of calls and vessels with unclear names due to damaged OCR.
Movements of ships and steamers to and from Melbourne Sydney Cairns London and Singapore are detailed. Vessels including Morinda Kingship, City of Manila, and Ancelis depart or arrive with cargo, passengers, or transhipment plans, noting ports such as Townsville London Brisbane and Calcutta and dates in May and June.
Market notes show heavy supplies of grain and wheat products with variable quality. Prices moved with demand and new buyers emerged, while Towtornla and Glen sales are mentioned among others. overall conditions indicate abundant grain and fluctuating values.
A damp and stormy day in Wially district delayed a cattle sale led by Messrs Martin Stelling and Co. Buyers arrived but the rain slowed bidding. J Affleck’s herd was noted with nine higher cattle. overall sale prices averaged about 50 pounds with remaining stock to be offered later.
In Sydney metal market notes of May 4 list prices for American electrolytic zinc at 14.85 cents per pound. The scrambled text mentions toppers and various ticker-like entries including metals and values, with unclear sources and dates.
The Cairns Weekly Penny Savings Bank reports a quiet Saturday with diversions and attendance noted. A Cairns Cancer Campaign Appeal collects funds and updates on prior pledges while Mulgrave Central Mall staff are listed among employees and observers.
Cairns weather staff report daily figures including a 7 degree thermometer reading and 64 inch 24 hour rainfall. Health official Willan Austin of the State Health Department is transferred to Mackay, with successor Mr Prior of Dunhane due to fly in. Min Amatin, stationed at Cairns for six years, likely leaves for Mackay on May 0.
Torrential rain and near gale force winds lash Innisfail and surrounding areas disrupting roads and river travel. Private boat trips on the Johnstone River were canceled as heavy rain continues, with overcast skies and ongoing rainfall reported through the morning.
The report notes rainfall for the 44 hours ending today at 7:00 PM reaching 7.12 inches with more rain expected. May & Tully government weather station records indicate continuing precipitation and rising totals.
A fragmentary OCR shows a roster of individuals including L. Nation, G. R. Parsons, Nobis C. Johnston, KJ. M Thompson, Hacky, Ro lio at WW Tape, S. Cooper, Ny Toate C, Pickworth, H. Keat, M. J. Scott, Earl, J. Emery, A. W. Wearir, T H H. Parry, A. BR. Mar- Dowell, DP. Melanchtia, G. Scott.
Burns and Family Cairne express sincere thanks to St Anthony's Private Hospital staff for care shown to their late relative. They also thank those who sent sympathy and tributes during their recent sad bereavement.
In loving memory of a dear little one who departed this life on 4 May. Inserted by his loving parents and sister, with heartfelt words and quiet sorrow.
The Cairns Post honors public service as a noble calling and recalls the tragic death of Minister for Customs Tr E H Pratten. It lauds patriots who burn out in the prime to aid the Commonwealth and Empire, urging continued duty despite political cynicism and personal cost.
At a meeting Mesere and other officers sat as candidates for law. The board discussed Caime Aquatic Club rental, voting six to two to reduce rent. Debate touched dredging Whity Bay, with calls for immediate overhaul and regular overhauls as policy. An inquiry into a new dredge was approved in principle, with optimism about funding in time.
The harbour engineer reported at the monthly dredging meeting on ash removal from the channel and berthing areas. Work on the approach to Now M0 pier, sheet piling, roadway concrete, and sugar conveyor extensions advances. repairs to under wharves and railway tracks continue. A plan for a replacement beacon and four high structures is prepared, with committee actions on lighting, wages, and a sub committee to meet the council. reports from the Waterside Workers Federation and shipping companies are requested.
The Marine Superintendent reports entries for the month including vessel registrations, gross tonnage, and berthage dues. Eighteen ships totaling 62 879 tons are listed with port and overseas movements and captaincies noted.
Movers Curtin and Flockart, invited by government and migration committee, arrive in Cairns by mail train tonight with Mer J state electrical engineer and Mr Coney from the irrigation department. A planned tour includes Cairns May 9 10 Kuranda May 11 Ravenshoe May 13 Tully May 17 and return to Cairns May 18 with Innistail visit.
A large bereaved gathering attended the service for the late Reginald Burns at St. Monica's and burial at the cemetery. The procession included Cairne Kiaby League, H. A. L. branches, Cairne Post members, rugby and football club affiliates, and numerous Burns family friends and neighbors from Cairns and nearby towns.
May A. reports the small coastal steamer Nautilus, once broken up, is now believed found. The vessel, with crew saved, was insured in Batala and towed from the Canonbar wreck site.
OCR fragment shows water, cargo, and timber figures for 1928 including 551000 es ee for Agel and 000 gallons to 25 ves with a 44000 gallon increase. Mentions 110 tons Avorapar and 33,000 feet sawn timber. Also notes destruction by bate and 11 rats captured handed to City Council.
A long report describes Prime Minister's speech defending government action to sell slips and support the national trade. It covers parliamentary votes, nationalist support, and opponents arguing for welfare and home ownership.
The document reports on a delayed inquiry by Saires and the Premier's responses. It notes communications from May 4 and telegrams from Miss J Taylor, detailing the committee's investigation into migration issues and the involvement of the Migration Commissioner.
A monthly meeting of the Cairne branch of the Women’s Association will be held at the town hall on Lake Street March 1st at 8.30 o'clock. All members urged to attend.
Darwin May 9 indicates the steamer Marella departed with travelers bound for Townsville. The crew includes Creoks among the passengers, with authorities noting the voyage amid wartime conditions and potential convoy arrangements.
The report notes government moves to extend support for Australian cinema and reduce import duties. Minister for Diversified Industries Prag ten outlines plans to stimulate local production and promote Australian talent through prizes and favorable tariffs, signaling a policy shift to nurture domestic films.
The Dried Fruits Bill moves to its second reading with minister for markets saying it will not go beyond that stage for now. States comments will be considered in committee as the bill proceeds.
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