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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 16, 1935
Page
9
Fragmentary OCR note lists dates and numbers for an event. The text mentions May 16 May 18 and May 9, with references to Fis Rae at 148 Tc and numbers 3 3 1008 Le 216 28. Context is unclear but appears calendar or accounting shorthand for a local item.
The note references a May full moon dated May 25 and a last quarter phase. It mentions a mailing to Musdalla for Brisbane. Details are fragmentary. key entities include Moon phase names and the Brisbane destination.
Notes and news fragment shows arrivals and departures with scattered dates and names. Mentions Oramagal, Catens, Prishane, Cairns, and Gall ports with May dates and approvals. Event details are fragmented and unclear due to OCR errors. core sense is schedules and notices about arrivals and leaves in May.
The London Metal Market report lists April 1935 average prices for several refined metals and related commodities. It notes various vessel arrivals and departures including Cams May, Tedging from Hong Kong, and Miewsy Zeeland leaving Brisbane for Singapore, with spot and three month prices and exchange figures in pounds per ton. The fragmentary data references Cairns, Port Chalmers, and Brisbane routes with brief price indications and serial figures.
The TSS Canberra is due from Melbourne to Cairns for the tourist season. Passenger fares and dates appear in the fragmentary note, with reference to rates around 7/15/1 and 225/13/8 for unspecified legs or services. The passage mentions a sailing from Melbourne on January 1 and a voyage south, but many details are garbled.
NSW coverage details the Goulburn, Bathurst, Granville and Petersham races. It notes Mr Tully’s defeat by P Loughlin, a swing to the government in several seats, and discusses postal vote effects on Mr Cahill and Mr Solomon. Final results expected by Friday morning.
In Bathurst, the UAP leads at Mr Ge Wotton over the new VAP mill project. The meeting notes indicate a potential 8 month timeline for retention or related developments affecting the site and local workers.
The fragmentary text shows price listings and forward quotes for metals such as lead gold silver copper and spot and forward rates. Names of organizations are present but details are garbled making precise figures and entities unclear.
The New Misima Gold Mines report ore yields and processing output from April 1958 with 950 tons of sand and 403 ounces of slime for bullion. A new bar receiving store has been erected near the wharfs in Bwagarta harbor. Active mining includes main level advances, structural repairs, and a double tram line relaid with new ceilings. Monthly dividend No 2 of Vo shares has been declared due and payable forthwith.
Market update from Innisfail describes potato prices steady to varied with lines and chaff of lucerne hay, maize, wheat and pumpkins sold. Crime report notes firearm incident and injuries in Innisfail with ambulance response and a separate minor accident near Cairns.
A fragment notes a research vessel named William and references Aestralien Cote Berrigan. Details are sparse but the item signals a maritime research context with named individuals and an organization or place linked to the voyage.
In memory of Ger el Biethe a cherished figure remembered for love and friendship. She is mourned by friends and family including Mrs Syd and Maryeck, with heartfelt remembrances and a final tribute.
An American economist criticizes financial illiteracy as a root of economic decline while parliamentarian reform and prudent taxation are urged. The piece argues democracy pressures higher spending, warns of taxation’s diminishing returns, and calls for expert checks on public money use. It emphasizes parliamentary accountability and restraint in finance.
On May 15 in Brisbane Premier Furman Sma addressed a crowded station rally with the Caledonian Pine Band. He praised the election as a worthy duty and pledged to fulfill responsibilities, while ministers and caucus discussions debated leadership and cabinet choices ahead of a possible reshuffle.
Fragmentary remarks praise Mr Smith as a leading figure in Queensland politics. The text cites Millan noting extensive overtures from all states to bring him into federal affairs, calling it among the finest tributes to the parliamentary leader.
Fragmentary OCR notes a May 13 date and a person named Tomar or Morobertich in a local item. Details are unclear, but indicate a social or community notice with a surname fragment and a calendar reference.
A garbled notice describes a local authority inquiry under the Local Authorities Act. It mentions a Treasurer, a Crown selector, and a special loan tied to waterworks and collapse incidents. The fragment references sections 246 and 19, with terms like county, estate, and public works, implying financial authority actions.
A public protest meeting in Gordonvale discusses a water rate plan and the associated reservoir project. Officials warn costs may exceed initial estimates, with the council considering a subsidised loan or grant to cover extra construction expenses. The meeting notes potential appeals against assessments and outlines next steps.
During a session on the evangelistic committee report Rev Galloway urged ministers to make evangelism central in all church work. Rev Innes backed personal methods, calling for a campaign to promote personal evangelists within congregations. The committee was urged to adopt a policy and possibly add members, while debates noted past committee delays and calls for decisive action.
Daily Mail Berlin correspondent reports Education Minister Mr Rust introducing model warplanes as an exemplar part of classroom work in all German higher schools. Berlin teachers have been specially trained to instruct students in model aircraft construction.
In Inverloch a magistrate ordered a preliminary finding in the murder of Ethel Belshaw aged 17. Gordon Knight denied meeting the girl after New Year’s Eve while police noted inconsistencies in his statements. The case hinges on his account of being with Belshaw and her sister before the disappearance on January 20 and a later ice cream outing.
Portmaster Captain T F Roberts of Brisbane notices a new small drum beacon will be placed on the edge of the northern bank opposite Black Bexcom near Lacimda wharf after June 1 1935. A South John stone Mill press was landed from the Innistsil and loaded for the South John project per a recent Far meeting resolution at To.
Probate was granted today in Mackay to Lucy Mary Holyoake widow of the late Willem Wingrom Holy oake pharmaceuticel Bhemist. The will appoints her executrix with the estate valued at forty pounds. The probate was granted at the Supreme Court in the presence of witnesses.
May 28 report from Tintapai l discusses publicity amocis and the chamber of commerce. It notes lack of action by the commission and possible reorganization to better serve the town and tourism interests.
In Innisfail on May 14 at Emitfiad Police Court before Mr W Bill PAL a man faced a false pretence charge linked to an alleged compensation claim. The case involved accusations of monetary loss from the State Act and a sergeant presented evidence while defense argued.
In a damaged courtroom sketch, Mr Amwell faces defendant Tnixtail over a claim tied to Mr Arnell. Witnesses reference Sergeant Collyer and a senior medic, while fragments hint at a medical testimonial and a past injury date. The transcript quality is poor with many garbled names and phrases.
A brief legal item notes jurisdiction summary. The fragment references a court matter involving Mr Se and a speed related action. The text suggests procedural shorthand. No clear dates or place names are readable.
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