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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 20, 1911
Page
3
A fragmented note lists cattle, waepiind to Ratchere Butchers supplies and Moreae items. The readable text indicates procurement of meat and related goods for local butcher operations.
Advertises various firearms including 22 caliber shotguns, 1902 Model 17/6, 18a Model 24, and Harriston single and double barrel guns with prices. Also lists cartridges, shells, knives, watches, rope, and other outdoor gear with assorted prices and sale notes.
Proceedings involve Mr Haynes and the Newsletter editor over a proposed coal mine purchase by the South Australian Government. Testimony covers letters published in Sydney and New South Wales about the deal, with accusations of press influence and payments. The exchange includes claims of intent to sway outcomes and a £20 payment connected to testimony and evidence.
National Insurance Co lists a new cenane and related entries including Liv FIRE and MARIXE. The document shows a capital of £2,000,000, with non-commuted punts and an insurance loss figure of £64,040. It mentions a yacht or ship called Gueseland-syatch in Brisbane and names G. Baltmause.
Messrs Andrew and Jayaweera announce new premises at Lake Street as agents for Ceylon Wares. The shop lists handmade lace bone and ivory curios tortoise shell work and a wide variety of curios. Also agents for Lanka Brand tea made from pure dry leaf priced at 1s 8d per ounce. A visit promises instruction and interest.
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