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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 11, 1914
Page
2
Fragmentary text mentions trains, timings, destinations, stops, and public notices. It references specific routes and passenger boards while including stray phrases about a conduct and political support. Data is incomplete and several items remain unreadable.
The article notes a shift in the Liberal party toward naval shipbuilding strength amid British concerns over German threat. Admiral Sir Arthur Wilson, cited on invasion risk, supports compulsory service though his memorandum prompts mixed reception. Government views appear cautious but increasingly tuned to defense.
This fragment advertises a surgeon dentist trio C F Scott BDS CD Logan EDS A A Goodall BDS visiting Hinterland and coastal towns. It calls for a probationer with salary 39 per month and a termination notice. Also mentions a furniture sale of Mr Taller at auction next Wednesday and a pharmacy ad for Dr Rumell’s Infuse Specie priced 2/8 per bottle. A new local series features Mr W Sackate of Port Dougins with sketches of residents in coming editions.
At the Hordamate Totter Court on Saturday morning store Mesere Geinan Gow and Betnod Abert Mine were fined for bray sling 15 head of arses between Marecha and ortommvale without permit. Chinaman Jamet Abber was fined for vile language. John King received a similar penalty for using obese language. The Home Secretary Mr. J G Appel and Mr. Gall arrived from the south by steamer Otter. Appel will visit War tabsh Mission today and return by tomorrow. A reception is planned at the Comme Chambers tonight followed by separate earnings. Te. Wight at o'clock.
A note records Ward Eaye purchasing Tim for £1585 at the L181/10/ auction, with the total amount due to be paid on the first day.
Atolet Cream ads and kitchen removal plans at Port Dodglas Hospital mark property and site changes. A Cairns Theatre program update details a controversial performance, with disrupted acts and a poisoning accusation amid a courtroom atmosphere.
A garbled OCR fragment references Aras Bertidat and a local comet event with unclear details. Mentions tides of meetings and dates, including June, and towns like Cairns. The text is largely unintelligible and lacks coherent facts.
A longtime practitioner with 48 years of experience reflects on farm life and retinal care. The article mentions elevations in realty, local ownership, and a shift toward obstinate methods as towns evolve.
The notice highlights stylish evening dresses and matching accessories. It lists items such as wraps scarves aigrettes fringes ornaments ribbons and gloves offered by E J Harris in a catalog or sale notice.
The Adelaide Steamship Co. Warilda arrives at Townsville amid a portarmistice in To ing the distance from whort char. Aldermen Moody announces a council meeting set for Friday to consider proposed motions. Public notices reference local officials and routine maritime and aldermanic matters in the Townsville area.
An unclear report from Valley Prine notes Aemon Em Cantoneey Hation and Victoran Borer earning merit certificates. Numerous garbled names and details follow, mentioning Vene Valtay Prince vandente and Chedeedale Wim amid a chaotic sequence of misread phrases and fragmented remarks.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a late 19th or early 20th century notice, mentioning Mr tee Wood as manager of a Kameron texte survey and a public sale reference. It cites figures 1814 and a list of names including Mr G. F. Sith and Atherton, with discussions of factory meetings and a plan affecting re adoption and possible legislative themes.
For Sale AY SMITH Eld ty Acton Dairy ont Sugar and Forvat land four mule from etic Ae AT RURANDA MO Acres Scrub Land Splendid Dairy Farm with year round grass and water. Describes ample water, good soil, and harsh conditions. Nearby Fallon area mentions Kurume and Cond Torun.
A garbled report notes disappointment over a postponement related to a train not going to Ratina due to rain all Saturday. It mentions hotel preparations and luncheon plans, with a brief reference to J. Copven and the Home Secretary visiting state schools after Warrapan, per municipal matters discussed with the mayor.
The creditors of Heiding Owen Fones of Mommacan attended a formal meeting after the Supreme Court hearing on Friday. Representatives named included Aired Hhaw Limited and Newell Kawn/E, with details of transfers, surety, and a 5 percent margin on money raised discussed. The Rev Robert Stewart led a church event with a large audience and plans for Thursday reception noted.
A Saturday show at the Palace Theatre drew a large crowd with a standout act billed as the main feature. Attendees reported lively performances and a strong crowd reaction, marking the event as a highlight of the weekend.
A six year old girl, Ellie Corton, daughter of Mr Gordon Cortonale, suffered serious injuries after an accident Sunday. She was treated at Adelaide Hospital and later by the Bigeda ta om oy t Net Camm team. Names and details appear mixed in the report, but the incident involves a child injured by a sheet Jemttet and transport to hospital.
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