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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 11, 1922
Page
4
Market notes from Brisbane show mixed demand for wine and textiles. Prices for prime stock hardened while inferior stock weakened with several items trading around 4/4 and 4/8. Local dealers and hotels report steady activity amid shifting values and some improved qualities.
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The State movement debate in Sydney contrasts gradual self government with fears of federal overreach. Advocates push a Queensland style constitution and a Legislative Assembly formed by shire and party delegates, while critics warn against fragmentation and wasteful duplication of powers. The discussion includes Mr Hughes referendum hints and the New South Wales League's mixed party backing.
An unclear notice reports a nine o clock arrival of the Nawtilus and mentions riverine patrols. The fragment references Walton and Maryborough with mentions of traps and two lines, though details are garbled.
The report outlines trustee appointments and committee meetings in the community, with a midweek court appearance for Bartiame Led regarding wine and spirit merchant licenses. It also notes football stock arrivals, mill production plans for Mulgrave, and shareholder meetings with upcoming summer work expectations.
A corrupted obituary fragment notes the death of an 83 year old woman formerly of Mackey with funeral service details at a Metry medical borough church. It mentions long service to the borough and references to contractors and ACE TM Brand Cement with Samuel Ailen Sons as agents in Cairna.
The Atherton Show reports strong dairy and horse stalls with many new entrants. Principal winners include Martin Cun for ball and progeny and a second place by Forgin cae mw Elone, while the State Farm displays a string of jerkey exhibits. The cultural Hall hosts temperate displays with heavy attendance and notable school work from Millen Silas and Termall.
The report lists deaths and wounds among government forces and European, Asiatic, and native/colored personnel. It notes available totals in the ward rising and states no reliable information on the deaths of revolutionaries.
A report claims the premier has taken refuge outside the Great Wall after threats. State sources say adversaries pressure him to abandon efforts while the situation remains unsettled and tense.
The May event outlined stewards for various sections with nominees listed. The proceedings include selection of officers, duties, and voting procedures, with contributions authenticated by organizers.
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