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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 14, 1923
Page
4
The notice advertises a range of flannelettes and crepe flannel fabrics in White, Cream, Pink, Grey, and Stripes. Prices per yard include Cream Flannelette at 2 shillings and 6 pence, White Flannelette around 9 pence to 2 pence, striped flannelette pricing, and Fancy Dress Flannelette between 2 shillings and 0 pence.
The discussion centers on Mr McCormack’s position and its effect on his party as voters show mixed support. Analysts note a widening gap between core supporters and backers of a stronger parliamentary line. The piece weighs potential electoral consequences and the risk of alienating moderates.
A garbled report outlines a Premieres Conference agenda discussing Mohair policy, roadwork funding, and federal grants. It mentions government plans, anticipated measures, and the role of officials in May and June, with references to moon phases and hotel sample items.
A fragmentary report notes the Sistine Choir Soloists from Australia and local Cairns theatre management plan a special performance Tuesday. It highlights notable vocalists, venue preparations, and anticipation of a remarkable musical evening with community attendance expected.
An opaque corresppondent recounts recent welter and river incidents across Hickory Farm Mareeba and Riverine areas. Details touch on inducements to buy, deaths, a Ballade family tragedy, and a corroded accident narrative with multiple named places and firms.
About 50 members attended the Wednesday session of the Gadfentowe club in Lamesa. The chair, Mr Mlanchard, presided, with several visitors present.
A noisy fragment from a local sports page describes the Monte Christe event and Carin Cishis Championship features. It mentions entries, representatives, and a meeting to discuss public interest and arrangements at the Mooliba District.
The Workers' Accident Association outlines weekly benefits for injured members. Benefits include 30 per week for a month, 20 per week for the second month, and medical attention with additional support during a two year period. Members must join the association and contact the secretary for enrollment and claims.
A London detective and Scotland Yard officials pursue a suspect connected to a taxi cab murder. A description of a man seen with a taxi owner and later dubbed a prime suspect emerges as investigators seek a missing man with a distinct Jewish appearance and a weapon tied to the crime.
The Presbyterian Assembly sat at Birinbawe with Moderator A J Lengthy presiding. A motion to disapprove of the union doctrine and policy was rejected and an amendment to proceed cautiously was approved amid applause. The assembly adjourned to Monday with strong but peaceful sentiment on the matter.
The town mourns the death of Mr John Fuller after a prolonged illness. The obituary lists many relatives and friends, notes his residence in the neighborhood, and mentions funeral arrangements and associated services with expressions of community respect.
A chaotic gathering features accusations of disloyalty and political leverage as figures argue over published remarks. Speakers reference North Queensland and Ata of Hin Excellency while crowds watch ambulance arrivals and stage overlooking seats.
A detective exposes a sensational blackmail scheme targeting a Brisbane wife. An anonymous letter demanded money and instructed the victim to meet the abductor at night. police routed six agents along the route and nabbed the suspect at a warehouse. A loaded public safety item was found during search. The case heads to Police Court tomorrow.
A meeting of key labor representatives is planned for Monday as coal strike developments unfold. The union seeks to coordinate work stoppages with plans to resume in two pits, while miners in Newcastle and South Comet districts face ongoing disruptions. seventeen days of trouble may stretch to thirty.
A court record notes Applebee murder case with Huswaxe charged. The fragment mentions a man named Laward Pesuk accused of using a weapon at Bowden on a Saturday night and references a wife and a confrontation. Details are unclear due to OCR damage but identify a homicide charge and suspect Applebee context.
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