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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 17, 1915
Page
2
Fragmented list of discount prices and fabric items. Mentions yarns, velvets, margined cloths, yardage rates, and various goods with prices and partial vendor names. Contains multiple garbled phrases and illegible items.
A fragmentary report from Bettres outlines plans for a gardening competition. It notes careful planting and garden patch preparation as key, with emphasis on early plant care and observer attention as young plants grow. The text mentions Mr. HR Craig and a Calta agent in association with seed variety discussions.
A benefit night at the CAirmy Comovolaat Serie screen at the Xow Milene Theatre on Wednesday promises entertainment and support for a good cause. Attendees can enjoy the box plas and Palace Refresh font while contributing to a worthy commemoration.
Salvage sale listing estate goods including drapery clothing towels curtains and household items. Items described cover silverware cookware glassware watches bags furniture and various furniture and fabrics with prices and quantities. sale to be conducted on site by auctioneers with tentative terms noted.
Fragmented commentary condemns extreme tactics and political posturing as the Australian army masss to sustain war effort. The piece critiques leaders for partisan rhetoric, labor unions, and government fear of public discontent while condemning calls to drastic policy shifts.
A garbled note suggests the election outlook favors a candidate named Catron to win with tight margins. The fragment implies the race depends on voter turnout and may hinge on last minute decisions.
A garbled review describes a Saturday program featuring films titled The Bombardment of Kearbores and Mrs McTatyre and Gambler's Oath Thistory. It praises new pictures, optimistic crowds, and entertaining fare, noting bright color and lively projections while hinting at audience appeal and management efforts.
The World’s Entertainers plan a three act vaudeville program at Palace Theatre this Saturday with a feature picture “The Two Home.” The show includes strong female leads and a mix of musical numbers. Prices are listed as 1 shilling 6 pence and 2 pence for admission.
An analysis discusses motor cycles and metallurgy with emphasis on vanadium steel and magnetic properties. The piece mentions Lake Victoria routes and historic routes for bikes like the Indian Motorcycle. It references cables, engines, and possible future transport innovations in a vintage rail and road context.
Reports detail General Ian Hamilton's Dardanelles expedition plan and the ensuing retreat after heavy fighting. British forces, including Colonels Bevant Rovantum and Hamilton, attacked Ladye-mith sector with Wagon FRM and nearby supports, suffering severe casualties before withdrawal.
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