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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 16, 1935

Page

3

Deputation to ACB Branch Over Owens Dismissal

An ALP deputation from the local branch of the ACB, including Hickey Pitt Stenhouse and Stock, urged council to review the dismissal of sanitary employee Mr Owens. Dr Le ninacq led the visit, with Dr Hickey stressing fairness by the council toward its workers and favoring just treatment for Owens, a seven year employee.

W. Pitt Association Owens ALP Herberton Hickey Tts

Return of Owens Sparks Shire Council Debate

Local debate erupts over contractor duties and a returning soldier, Mr Owens, who claims he was sidelined in favor of an outsider. Council justified delays due to a material shortage and health department gas waste costs, while Owens and supporters urge fair treatment and full opportunity to complete work.

Owens W. Pitt The ALP Rss.i.s.a Pitt Les Stenhouse RSS Owen Herberton T.L.A Tve Garrick Jones Hickey F. Stock Rssl.l.a Owels Et Armanaca Gilim Yin Eaid Health Department Wens Jin Face Uris Armansey Armaag Nee Wat

Township meeting reviews contracts and tender bids

A council meeting discussed returned soldiers' concerns and possible employment, with Mr Owens considered for vacancies. Debates over a drainage contract led to accepting Bellamy's tender while delaying others and seeking further tenders, amid questions of contract validity and potential censure for the chair.

Stock Speke Leciie Owens Dalgetty Wan Fay Wright Beppen Bellamy Extrawest Armanacq Dr Leslie Cr. Garrick Cr. Armanacq Cr. Lelie G. Bellamy Cr. Eaton Dr. Ledlie Ward

Oak Forest District Progress Association Formed

A general meeting in Wak Forest on May 12 called by J C Scute formed Oak Forest and District Progress Association. Members elected Scott as president, Vievers as vice president, Minchin as secretary, and Hashes as treasurer. They planned council liaison, a post office, and after hours telecommunication, with future meetings set for the first Sunday evening.

Wak Forest J. C. Scute Mesera V. Bell R. G. Viewers W Hughes Minchin E. Minchin Carter R. Kack L. Morton J. Scott K. Scott Ben Scott Oak Forest and District Progress Association A. Viewer E. Carter F. Carter Morton RG Vievers Carrie Hughes Securile RG. Vievers W Minchin Carrel Hashes Shue Council Cam Gillon Bartley Emimei Oak Forest Forestry Department Seal A. Viewers Askina Fim W. Bell Justices of the Peace Bell St Im Ak Forest M. Morton

Sheldon's Kidney Pills Offer Relief for Kidney Ailments

The ad claims backache, sciatica, and kidney issues stem from weak kidneys. It asserts Sheldon’s Kidney Pills strengthen kidneys and remove uric acid, promising quick relief from sciatica and lame back. Several price lines are noted with instruction to order.

Sheldon Lmengate

Gordonvale Notes The Arm of Coincidence

In Gordonvale a tale of coincidences emerges as Mr Staley and Mr Reed recall overlapping places in India and Africa where Loyal North Lancashires served. They discuss shared theaters from World War I and personal histories, noting buried men and survivors as they reflect on service and memory.

Cane Jorier Ranna Silks Genie Gordonvale Uowingereen Mr. Staley Hanuman Madras Jack Reed Jeter Mrr. Stallew German East Africa France Alfred Adikchor Ee East Africa Red Army Rem

Amateur Boxing Growth Boosts North Queensland Region

The Gordonvale area hosts a notable amateur boxing event showcasing developing talent from Queensland. The local club gains visibility and support as the state association expands, with Gordonvale to host visiting teams and provide homes until a planned North Queensland championship aims for September.

Gordonvale Ambulance Branch Reports April Activity

The Gordonvale Ambulance branch reports April totals with 135 transports and 4 slight office cases. Honorary officers Lloyd Olt and others logged hours, and the committee elected to purchase a new Rolls-Royce ambulance body with fixed sides and rear placement.

QATB Gordonvale Audants Waa Steet Bady

Treacherous boar mauls man in Oak Forest area

Local report describes a feral boar attack during a rough weather period. A man, identified as Mr. Roane, suffered severe injuries while others, including a woman nursing infants, acted to distract the beast. Nearby residents staged a swift rescue amid dangerous conditions.

There Be the Store Afble at the Det Page

A fragment from a Te Det page notes a store named Afble and a discussion of works titled The Lange by an unnamed editor. The excerpt hints at vivid typography and literary pieces but lacks clear context or full names and dates.

Mantaka Keranda Lange

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