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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 17, 1910
Page
2
In loving memory of our darling mother Charlotte Amelia Fogarty laid to rest. May 16 1909 age five or so years. In the heavens above the angels whisper to one another. From her loving sons Geree Jack and Rewinekd Fogarty.
fragmented OCR list shows horse racing results and betting figures with names like Ronnie Shansee and Warshall's Queen. includes track positions, payouts, and weights across several events in a pleged ledger style.
A historical ledger style notice lists prices and payments across multiple electrical mining entries. It includes Chillawoe Chillagoe Mungana Mt Eliott Mt Volk Ken Einasleigh Hawrden Weinert Chillagoe Ruddygore Valen Mt Agnes Village Blacksmith Now or Never Tommy Burns Jake Etush Mitchll River and Durham Console with various shillings and pence figures.
The Amblersigned convene a general meeting of farmers settlers and landowners for the proposed Babinda Central Sugar Mill at Babinda Hotel. A committee will be formed to organise the company and arrange finance. A special train departs Cairns for participants on the 19th aiming for June 1913 crushing.
A farewell game at Maroney's Hall in Sampson Junction features Mir as the headliner. The event on Saturday night May 21, 1910 will include music by Mr and Mrs Foster. Cote will cover ladies free and programmes are provided.
The undersigned offers to purchase sandalwood in any quantity, lengths of dir feet and diameter over two inches, bark excluded. Wood to be Sveret exclusive of bark, at Cairns wharf. Price per ton £7. Further particulars on application. Signed Sam Sing, Patrons.
The Caires Harbour Board invites tenders for stores and coal for twelve months from 1 July 1910 to 1 July 1911. Tender forms and conditions are available on application at the Bowd Glfire Lake emi Hartley rests Caires. A five pound preliminary deposit is required with each tender. Tenders must be on the board’s printed form and marked Tender for Supply of Stores or Coal. Tenders close Thursday 16 June 1910 at 41 noon.
The Calrms Division Naval Militia and Cadets will muster at 2 PM Friday, then join a ceremonial parade arranged by His ship the ol Cais. Rig of day, Biss, and Hain, EGLOND anew, Seb -Liest. O/C.
The article argues that rising unrest in India and Egypt stems from a free native press and educated natives seeking reform. It claims conspiracies against British rule are fomented by incendiary writings and sedition, with widening activity across India as justification for maintaining British oversight.
The text argues for firm British control, citing divided sects and castes needing different methods. It claims most people prefer peace, justice, and protection, not political change, while warning sedition and conspiracies must be crushed. It predicts revolts and urges drastic measures to prevent unrest.
The steamer Anshire of the Torres Straits service is due at Vorns Anchorage heading from London. The vessel carries a lance care and supplies for Likernsise gaulcts.
The cargo steamer Moonta is expected here tomorrow carrying coke and general cargo from Howard Smith Co Ltd Lidk. The vessel has legged plans for dette sails on Friday.
An offender appeared before Nelson Police court charged with indecent exposure and resisting police. The accused received a limit of two pounds for the offense.
The Veekivan operated from Townsville to Towns ville then Cooktown, arriving this morning. It is slated to depart for Towmerthe vim potta ual iijn ehmbroo. further schedule details unclear due to garbled text.
At the Peony Savings Bank on Saturday last, Directors in attendance Mesers Martin and Abrahas recorded deposits of £13 10s and withdrawals of £7 12s 5d. Directors rent for Saturday were Wessrs Hesrigues and Harrows.
Mr G. J. Royster reports from Hinterland Lrip that the country seeks land for selection with steady demand. Surveyors in the state note pressure as more land is opened and prepared for sale.
Kilpatrick and Co butchers Sheridan Street announce extensive alterations and additions to their shop to meet northern climate conditions. The result aims to improve layout and facilities for better service and efficiency.
A boxing contest on Saturday at The Towers ended with Aboriginal Throw breaking Jones's jaw mid bout. Jones continued for three rounds as his jaw hung loose, showcasing remarkable resilience under pressure.
Warden Cusack of Havenswood died of heart disease this morning at Ravenswood. He reportedly took some medicine around two o clock and was found unresponsive when caretakers awoke him. He led Havenswood prison for years and was widely respected in the community.
The annual Naval Militia and volunteers are requested to muster at 2 pm Friday for the parade honoring General Patton as arranged by Mayor Hartill-Law. The procession will feature uniforms and banners as specified by city authorities.
The Cairns Harbour Board calls for tenders to supply stores and coal for a 22 month period from July 1 1410 to due date. Full details available on application to the Board. Tenders must use the Board form with required deposits of five pounds.
Mr and Mrs Marofer host a farewell dance at Waroner's Hall Hambinton Tunction on Saturday May 21st with free cab service for attendees. An invitation is extended to all to join this social event and celebrate Healings.
A fragmentary report notes the death at Mareeba of a well known local figure from Fownswille, identified as Caros, with details unclear regarding the exact date and circumstances. The notice mentions a funeral or remittance event and a hospital stay, but the text is heavily garbled.
A turbulent town event known as the Hospital Ball faces postponement following a death in the family. Organizers say the ball will be rescheduled after the funeral, with new dates to be announced once the situation clarifies.
Shareholders of Mulgrave Tamua Central Mill met yesterday to discuss governance, audits, and the future of debentures. A full report will be published in Pontepuree, detailing the annual balance sheet and arrangements with an expert from Pont Dalance, as retiring directors were elected and adaptation plans debated.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a date or event at Woods Great Peppermint Care with unclear details and names, limiting precise reconstruction. No clear person, organization, or concrete outcome is extractable from the readable portion.
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