Lease sale of Cape York lands opens in Brisbane
In Cape York Peninsula a land parcel of 2626 square miles is opened for pastoral lease for 16 years. Nine lots totaling 268 square miles lie between the Be Tevin River and the Archer and Corey Rivers, about 18 to 54 miles north west of Cooktown. Rent ranges 9 to 13 per square mile. Land offers good water and is suited for horse and cattle breeding. For details contact the Land Agent in Brisbane.
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Cape York Peninsula
Brisbane Land Office
Betevin
Archer and Corey
Cooktown
Brisbane
Remarkable Rifle Clubs Show Healthy Rivalry in Far North
An inspection highlights benefits of rifle training and government programs for ages and skill levels. The Cairns and Inland District Rifle Association showcases clubs with strong member participation and spirited trophy shooting. A visitor notes rivalry aids progress but prize money may stall some clubs.
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Rif
Cairns and Inland District Rifle Association
Victoria House Victory Report May 10 1915
Victoria House of THE POST reports on Saturday May 10 1915 detailing events and developments affecting the organization and its community. The notice highlights ongoing activities and local interest items.
Rifle clubs in Queensland gain more ranges than New South Wales
In a Friday Post interview Lieut. Fraser touring Cairns notes Queensland rifle clubs are better catered for than those in New South Wales due to a greater number of ranges for the population. He traces the rifle club movement’s history as it stands today, with many men organized for the cause.
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Fraser
Cairns
Post
Queensland
New South Wales
Gurnor Wile
London metals price report May nine
London market brief lists copper at 89 pounds 5 pence to 468 pounds 10 shillings forward, tin from 3 shillings 1 pence to 1 pound storward, with prices for lead and spelter shown as well. The report cites COE to LTA and mentions quoted ranges for metal trades.
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London
Howe delays depart due to business pressure
J G Hoare will auction prime eating apples at Hiam today after Mr Howe delays departure until the 37th instant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Howe
J. G. Hoare
Hiam
Organiser's Visit and Local Notices in Cairns
The Mayor and Alderman C McKensie report that Mr Fivelyn Wresch organiser of the Overseas Club will arrive in Cairns on Sunday 11 instant. Public notices advise returning Military Night funds and remind children to attend the Hibernian Hall for a guild event. Public auction of allotments at Chillagoe and a valuation appeal court date are listed, with employment for under 18 year olds. Fashion display by Miss Reidy and Miss Patterson at Hide Hotel showcases latest styles.
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Ald. C. McKensie
Charters Towers
Fivelyn Wresch
Cairns
Ladies’ Guild
Otlock
Bala Bh
Chillagor
Chillagoe
Gach
Miss Reidy
Miss Patterson
St Hide Hotel
Wednemiay
After the Fever A tonic to recover strength and build up
An old ad notes Nyal's Peptoniesd Reef and Iron Wine as a strengthening tonic after fever. It mentions prepaid domestic adverts for marriages births and deaths appearing in the Post without extra charge. Governor informs the Mayor of a programme proposed during his stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Nyal
Gide
Sir William Max- Gregor
Alte
The Spectre of the Sea at Cairns Theatre
A Cairns Theatre program announces The Spectre of the Sea a star film about Evelyn a society lady betrayed by Sven and saved as the tide rises. Years later Hart is released from prison seeking Mary now with husband Jack Hanley and a tense reunion unfolds.
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Cairns
Mies Henry
Evelyn
Omr
Sweeden
Maisland
Pathe
Worls
River Clyde
Bensington Low
Corra Laan
Old Church
Beat
Bez Pisa
Pola
Wet Mowiay
Caires
Sen
Sven
Hart
Mary
Jimgsy
Jack Hanley
Anlel
Jack
Jersey Herd Sale Attracts Buyers In Regional Auction
Inquiries tied to the Jersey cow sale at Kosh of Mr Wright's herd show solid buyer interest. Auctioneer A J Draper reports good attendance and notes trains from Cairns and Mare to Tom reach Roab for the sale. Return trains depart at 2 pm to Gairee and 4 pm to Herberien. Buyers are promised fair treatment and a smooth sale.
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Kosh
Wright
Jersey
A. J. Draper
Cairns
Maret
Tom
Roab
Gairee
Herberien
Reparturer for Camp Post Postponed
Captain Aitkin of E Company 2nd Infantry announces that local Citizen Force members will depart Cairns for Kissing Point at 5 PM Saturday next. Original orders set departure for 10:08 AM Wednesday. details to follow in Friday Herald.
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Aitkin
2M Infaniry
Citten Force
Cairns
Foint
Werluerthy Peat
Unpleached Demesk Towels and Linen Cloths Listing
A fragmented inventory lists various towels and linens including Snow White Towels, White Towels with Red Stripes, Brown and Red Towels, Brown Linen Towels, Tea Towelings, Linen Dowlas, 6-Inch Striped Linen Drille, and Selech Brown Linen Howland items with yardage and pricing fragments. The entry references multiple dates and yard measurements in a scattered catalog style.
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Palace Theatre
ALL Star Programab
Ita Nielsen
Selig Productions
Klondyke
Seine
Comtes
St Johnson
John Isaac
M. Abdullah
Edward Branscombe
Sydney Cook
Edward Brascombe
New Musical Comedy
Dandies
Chemorne Gardens
Northage
Vorr
A.J. Green & CO
Grimuate Opticians
Nyccaeaians
Court House Hotel
Abbott-Street
Royal Pocket Steam Navigation
Papta
Java
Singapore
Port Moresby
Thursumy Island
Macassar
Towssville
Catrns
Ian Warreyes
Tasman
Etrope
Vis Java
Port Darwin
New Steater
al Rahins
T. P. Kelly
Craig
Robert Craig
Fice
Cairne
Ieeersen
Customas
E. J. Harris
Victoria of
the Post
Tims
J. & P. Pease
Merchant Grocers
Lake Street
Bothwell's Limited
Captain Walsh
Bonnington
Municipal Appeals
Camm Council
Munro and Co
Finney, Isles & Co, Ltd
Cairns Theatre
Herald
Ser- Story
Rock Bottom
Borreckses Gallcoes
Wil
Berreckses
Ula
Ale
Brown Hollands
Abbott Street
MR. Newport
Federal
Nelson
Nelson Progress Assu
Newport
W. ©. Griffin
Wareeles
Palmer River
Moest Garnet
Etheridge
Fosilsbrook
Currydinsore
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