Railway connections and mining prospects weighed at Avishane
May 12 report before the Public Works Commission outlines railway link proposals from Cloncurry to Bromanga via Cameronsal and Windorah, with potential mainline integration. Officials cite low ore values and barren country, while experts discuss mining field outputs and railway utility for the industry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Avishane
Public Works Commission
Sexton
Isa
Duchess
Fine
Cloncurry
Dafarra
Cameronsal
Kidston
Camodweal
Windorah
Bromanga
Ballarat
Cealourist
Pametan
Black Rock Holding
Itore
Mima
Lamia
Miro Melville
Tama Cerdlesien
Obituary of Mrs Annie Pearson Cairns Ireland Creyveon resident
Mrs Annie Pearson aged 39 died in Cairns early Wednesday. Born in Ireland she lived in Creyveon for over 30 years. Daughters Mrs N. F L Priestly Mr W. Meinigan and Mrs A L Y Simpson attend the funeral. The service was at Martoyoe Street with many relatives listed. The full family and extended kin are named in the notice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bris. A. Pearson
Cairns
Annie Pearson
Ireland
Creyveon
N. FL
Me. W. Meinigan
Aly Simpson
W. McCinigan
Minnie-street
Carr
Elie
Martyoe Street
Lewin
Ned
Alice Fores
Mira
Ana
Dwi
Arel Mors
Woolley
R. Slattery
Wil
Mere G
Stovems
Mere
Ani
Carey
Mir
Mes
McGrath
Mer
W. Turney
Mies
Woolley and
Amily
J. Collins
Ad Mire
Tiledvlien
Mera
Mekouna
Bea
Freddy
Je Ro Davis
Omeonhat
Mira W. Steckends
Mors Kot
Lowe
EL Mort Geometry
Mix Hanson
Fam Mere
Duffy
J. Robins
Kane
Voolns
End Mere Loren
Tolga Memorial Hall thanks workers for opening event
The Tolga Memorial Hall Committee expresses sincere thanks to many Unsung ladies for decorating organizing and supplying the opening hall. It notes many helped and avoids naming individuals while acknowledging contributions. W C Hinson secretary. Funeral notices invite families of Arthur Sheppard and relatives to attend from Petford to Quairns Cemetery Martwn Street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tolga Memorial Hall
W.c'hinson
Secreury
A. Sheppard
Cetens
Arthur Sheppard
Petford
Aplin
Lake Streets
Ernoon
Quairns
Martwn Street
Albert Sheppard
Syd. Sheppard
Acerean Street
Mra. All
Shepperd and Family
Mareeba
Geo, Fraser
Empire Press delegates to visit Queensland and Cairns
The Cairns Post outlines an itinerary for Empire Press delegates on their Brisbane Sydney Melbourne trip to Queensland. It notes Cairns and Far North coverage, aims to showcase Australia and provide traveling facilities, hospitality, and accessible information to visiting journalists for an entertaining and informative stay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Empire Press
Queensland
Australia
Sydney
Melbourne
Great Britain
Dominions
Cairns
District
Brisbane
Bomdaberg
Townsville
Commonwealth
Empire
Accident to Ship Cadet Aboard Overseas Steamer
A cadet named Jamed Strange of the crew on the overseas steamer Woddarra berthed at the local wharf Wan and was treated by the Cairns Ambulance Brigade yesterday afternoon for injuries to both wrists and shoulder after a fall into a hot area. Medical staff provided first aid and continued care.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jamed
Strange
Cairns
Bath
Voting Made Compulsory Under Liquor Act
Crown Solicitor Bris bane announces voters must cast ballots under the Liquor Act. Saturday polls proceed with compulsory voting. those failing to register faces penalties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Donle Vnst
Advier
Crown Solicitor
Brisbane
Death of Mr Arthur Sheppard A Patford native
The death occurred Wednesday afternoon of Arthur Sheppard a well known Patford citizen who resided many years there and later in Caires He leaves a large family to mourn and to them sympathy is extended The funeral details are incomplete due to the damaged text.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arthur Sheppard
Patfard
Sheppard
Caires
Lems
Aplin Amd
St Albans Sailor Due Then Fire Struck Hambledon Store
The St Albans from China and Japan is due about 9 am Friday then will proceed to Melbourne after unloading cargo and stengers. A fire at Agersons store Hambledon yesterday morning caused extensive damage. cause unknown. Also includes April 1924 and 1925 Cairns Railway freight totals and a Jolnetone River erosion note in correspondence from the Chamber of Commerce.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. St. Albans
China
Japan
Melbourne
Hambledon
Agerson
Johnstone River
Chamber of Commerce
Jolnetone
Chanter
7Callaghan
Marine Board
Tohnatong River
Harbors and
Unpleasant Task During Tant Fall Chase
Police pursued three armed suspects in Tant fall but found them hidden in swampy cover. Officers entered the area, detained the men, and confiscated weapons before placing them in custody.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tantfall
Banisdail
Cane Prices and Mill Ownership Snapshot at Babinda
A report notes Babinda farmers gain 8/9 per ton of cane after price differences and mill ownership changes. Also details the 1924 season price, expected 190000 tons crop, May 28 crush start, and heavy rainfall affecting sugar stacking and storage practices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
SU Warner, Chater
Epgilders Tee Haletrichy Ottral Mill
Ean
Sagan
Sian
Ces
Babinida
Babinda
Sinar
Uli
Harvesting Conditions Reported for Babinda Season
An inspector notes revised harvesting practices and weather factors in Babinda. He cites hot conditions, crop loss from burning, and seasonal comparisons to prior years, urging cooperation and careful scheduling for future yields.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wecader
Fine Tribute to Fire Fighters Amid Recent Blazes
A city board praises Chief Oliver MacKenge and the Fire Brigade for two recent fires. Alderman AL Jo Shaperh commends their efficiency and recommends a permanent fire station, noting the Parker family rescue as a key achievement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TL Orhvimk Thag
Andy
Dering
Mbrigmely
Chet
Areteedd
Parker
Advertised Events and Local Notices
Advertised notices list farm sale by Mr Lennon on July 4 at Carns. fourteen horses on account of Mr Fox at Gordonvale. Redlynch Recreation Chair meeting on May 7 at the Boarding House. sale of W A Joie household furniture on May 15 at 2 40 pm. excursion to Habitida by Cairne Railway Van on Sunday May ?. KASAS Fathers' Association meeting tonight at 8 o'clock. weather outlook with possible thunder showers southern Downs and frost risk. Lipubie Island Hus run and Home Lodge meeting notes.
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Mir
Veter Larven’s Barth
Frere
Mer
Wiliam Lennon
Ochioneer
Carns
Butter
Auchanger
G. Fox
Gordonvale
Berth
Redlynch Recreation
Redlynch Boarding Bouse
Mesday
Woodward & Calder
W. A. Joie
Lipubie Island
Aude
Cairne
Vane
Habitida
Kasas, Fathers’ Association
Hea
False Pretences Case Notes Read Like A Legal Scrawl
A garbled legal fragment references charges of obtaining money under false pretences. Names and specifics are unreadable, but the text indicates a court case involving alleged deceit and illicit gains, with procedural notes scattered in fragmented language.
Fragmented notes on Land Committee meetings and property leases
Disjointed OCR text describes Land Committee events in Innisfail and Tamieiadl areas, listing properties, acreages, and lease terms. It mentions the French Works Committee, a town council, and various meeting dates, with references to parcels, perpen leases, and subdivision plans amid unclear place names and figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Innisfail
Land Comitiecanen
D. Ryan
Mary Galwace
Areva
Adler Adihien
Renee
Margen
Wharf Construction Plans and Costs For Weirside Project
A detailed outline describes new wharf work including tidal and bedrock features, drainage and trenching, and a proposed reclamation phase. The proposal lists materials, layout, and estimated costs culminating in a total of £16400 for the Works.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lwost
Alten
Momar
Cyrat Tom
Keniavel
Pete Fen
Niles
Church Congress Housing Reform Debate Reported
Fragmentary notes describe a housing congress session touching on church involvement and city housing policy. References to Mellott Way and an applicant named Neate suggest local concerns about deeds and property applications amid wider reform discussions.
Election Campaign Nears as Seats Come Into Play
The article notes competing candidates in a local election race with Wan Haron and a focus on Pemdetan's seat. It highlights party backing and voter attention ahead of the forthcoming balloting period.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Murwillumthoh
Nationaliene
Everson
Pemdetan
Erie
Vielen
Determined trial at Criterion Hotel ends in mystery
A vague muster of events surrounds a scientific display at the Criterion Hotel. Police report a sudden death in a room with a weak motive and unclear connections to a local firm. The visiting dignitary and investigators pursue a coherent account amid conflicting statements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Towtrville
Coterpe Pawel
Australia
Commonwealth
Fowneville Marly Harare
Pirikay
Irene
Hertel
Deerasel
RO Cartier
Baghe Norrace
Local football match ends with dramatic overtime goal
Report describes a tense game at Nore Park where the Sailor team pressed the pace and a late OT goal sealed the lead. It notes key players, crowd reactions, and the vivid sequence from kickoff to final whistle amid substitutions and tactical shifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord
Gaie Wa
Nore Park
Freelow Cormer
Mie Derrmertz
Weil Hall
Wwe
Coernetters Caurie Gemalehoy
Shores
Lytle Shige Farmurdle
Glasserat
Theringglet
Aml Water
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Doulle
Ae Se
Meng
Robert Craig
W. G. O'Brien, PLC
Shields Street
P.O. Box
Neary
J. P. Neary
Babbott Street
Dee
Opie
W. Pink
Vw Herten
Men’s Wear Store
F. Hi. Jones
Men's Wear Store
H. M. Svendsen Ltd. Undertakers and
Lake Street
J McDonnell and Harris
Abbott Street
New South Wales
Victoria
H. K. Macdonnell
H. C. Harris
MacKay & Co., Ltd
Anzac Park
Inaisfail
Aed
Sppaint Eon Am Area ES Ltd
AinNs
Ivinbane
Mage
Wold
Highwate Hill
Tie
Thie Hemel
Mner
The
Cairns Post
North Queensland
Carter
M.U
Aloe Lodge
Veseel
Sheeoehee Somermanent Peopel
Richard de Wee Herpredd
Emmy
Ehedewal
Comte Westecitas
Steearttieek Liaod Ware
Toypean
Weceutty
Marafertal
Wade
Leo Miwa
Beter
Hermanas Miaphis
Apomedee
Mendanin
Piddlington
Nhobourne
Waowwit Vor
Lyede Fennel Tureday
Sepender
lLeave
South Wahes
Wale Lanearta
Aristoane
Segieneter VF —Styal
Foe Ar Swimlay
Viet Cams
Districe Momlay
Rytur
Ineloding
Tee
Paris
Mantis
Woodarra
Gordetenlee
Abe Mecca
Lee Paneer
United
Gorfanwate
Kew
T Haren Walsh
Martindale
J. Berry
Sermentinn
J Matlanewa
Tiygranny
Hein Ceantaind
J. Faurweather
Seton
Cambridge Biltie
Aed Peters
Gonlon Wale
Poe
Lrae
Othe Nebtra Tin Coowet
Tungbe Webbe
Sompwick
Camihe
Amie Basin
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