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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 19, 1926

Page

11

Melbourne unrest over Australian Test match sparks national crisis

The article reports widespread reaction to a practice match between Australia and an opposing side, triggering fears for the nation’s fate and prompting fevered editorials. It notes Melbourne’s tense mood, the federal state clash over arbitration and the looming parliament session addressing the 44 hour rule, unions, and the economy.

Melbourna Grosunel Melbourne Mesers Allan and Peacock Treasury Vbr Parlaitern, Dactire J.P Ul Commission Eral Wivoll Ict Yar Erin Commonwealth Queensland N.sw Lage Arbitration Court Langa Hershia Herals Stems Aeurae

Cabinet infighting delays Australian appointments

Fragmented text reports Cabinet discussions in Sydney on political appointments to key posts in Australia. Opposition to Sir Newly Howse as High Commissioner and Sir Viet Wilson as second, plus rail fare disputes and transport policy, suggest ongoing tensions over national leadership and public policy.

Viet Wilson Econd Australia House Bruce Will Ely Ivy Vais Sydney Alapp Vietnes Iways Jadtenyrer Trafic Oman Chapp Starabbe Clap Nvat John Olives

Hereditary Deafness Warns Against Intermarriage

A 19th century warning argues that hereditary deafness makes intermarriage dangerous, claiming deafness is a greater disability than other conditions. The piece cites sources on causes, education, and public health, noting school life, infectious diseases, and the social consequences for deaf children and families.

AL Set Stevenson Miegal More Childsen

Rioting Kashmiri accession rites described in lavish pageantry

An account details the accession of a Kashmiri ruler with grand ceremony. Pundits chant as the new Mahdran is seated in gold chair, crown, candle, and robe. nobles pledge loyalty amid drums, cymbals, and trumpets. The piece notes Kashmir's wealth and vast territory under the new sovereign.

Vahl Jane Ata Mola Perhagia Te Fendi Inalia Pfaare Kashmines Reter Theo Ton Madara Jabo Bud Mahdrajah Nagraia Kashmir Lidia Kashenie Hari Singh Himael Iidia Jibet

Tibetan Devil Dance Described in World Dominion Narrative

Mr R W Stewart recounts a Tibetan devil dance invited by Wang Yeh the ruling prince. Lamas in silk robes perform a three hour symbolical rite with masks hats and drums. The demon of calamity emerges and the scene ends with living Buddhas and incense filled processions.

R. W. Stewart Wang Yeh Sturt Abells Rene

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