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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 15, 1923
Page
4
A fragmented retail listing shows various flannelette fabrics by color and weave with per yard prices. White and colored flannelette options include plain weaves, striped patterns, and fancy textures priced from 1/8 to 3/5 and 2/6 per unit, with references to white twill flannelette and striped varieties.
Fragmented OCR text references a Brisbane loan and the sewerage board. Specifics are unclear due to garbled content but suggests financial actions or approvals related to municipal utilities. No clear names, dates, or outcomes are readable.
An unusual Tuesday Cairns Post note discusses a National Hercules matter, mentioning key figures and a potential outcome. The brief item preserves the core names and context while avoiding sensational details.
A chaotic sequence unfolds as Ravens operatives establish a new cargo town amid widespread unrest. Workers protest harsh conditions while authorities deploy measures. reports mention rigging and clashes, with plans for further actions and retaliation.
A fractured notice describes a Saturday gathering of the Ravensaee Ehow Association to decide whether to hold a, vote or meeting. The text references public opinion, attendance, and fundraising plans, noting multiple attempts to abandon the Wg and efforts to coordinate by all cooperative districts.
Fragmentary text mentions weather effects and road conditions around Gordonvale Swanestreet and Monona area. References to poor conditions, council, weeds, and walk access near Roper avenue. specifics are unreadable. Local officials likely addressing weather related travel issues and road safety.
Voter turnout was limited and officials reported mixed results read aloud by a precinct chair. The tally showed some races with narrow margins while others appeared undecided, as observers noted congestion and delays at several polling locations.
Fragmentary ad text describes a sale on wool sweaters for boys and girls in navy and brown colors. Mentions sizes and prices, with scattered phrases about fitting and display. Contains OCR garble but centers on a department store sale event with apparel details.
Fragmented OCR text reports a sale listing with horses and a charity event, plus maritime notes about a vessel docking, ship fees, and miscellaneous ad notices. It references characters and items such as McMahonee Fn Childrans Fancy, Angels, Satan, and a Meat Shipment, with stray phrases about a carnival, costumes, and prints. The readable facts are scattered and unclear.
A local business column reports a general clearing sale by a family stock and assets auctioneer. The notice mentions cattle, horses, and livestock being offered, with dates approaching for the sale including a mid month event. Strong entities include Minnyarrae and hotel accommodations.
The Secretary of the Gates Cane Association invited Government Entomologist Jarvis to join a three day inspection of a Nethel cane plot. The aim is to assess para-dichlorobenzene and other treatments against grub destruction and to assess small quantities of Methetticulob lenetge for preliminary tests. An advisory commission was named. Theodore’s work was noted, and the effort seeks to understand pest control and prevent widespread cane damage.
Fragmentary text recounts an industry conference with ministers and representatives, mentions yields about revolts and public statements, and references protections and preservations. Names like Atlee and Hooper appear in scrambled form amid discussion of policy and production. The passage lacks a clear, cohesive narrative and many fragments remain unclear.
Historic NSW coal strike looms as owners and Miners Federation stall amid calls for settlement review. Proposals aim to avert a wider disruption. officials in Sydney weigh deadlines and the influence of allied unions. A tentative path to settlement is discussed, with key figures signaling cautious optimism.
Fragmentary report from New South Wales notes the appointment of a new deputy in P.MG. The text references Sea May, and mentions a deputy in unclear context with unspecified dates or officials. The readable lines hint at local governance activity without clear names or places.
A fragmented church and nine schools restoration appeal is noted with references to religious faces and authorities. Obscure names imply church officials and a community grieving death, urging aid and sympathy for affected families and congregations.
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