Movements of steamers and passenger services from Brisbane to London
The notice lists movements of ships and passenger services from Brisbane to London and to Java and Singapore. It notes sailings of Oceanic and other vessels, port calls in Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Fremantle and Hong Kong. It records dates in May June July and October for departures arrivals and itineraries including Brisbane London Fremantle and Melbourne.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oni Geveta
Tae Re Grunsay
Lyaves
Mt Navieanga Cocang
Java
Singapore
Nieww Zeeland
Ous Syelney
Wateca Luse Oceanic Sizamishin Comany Escnece
San Francisco
Nace Tan Healain
Sotoma Fet
Symes
Ornave Lei
Lon Moyreis
Areivud
Brisbane
Orvieto
Jef Londar
Joe Breton
Adelaide
Melbourne
Sydney
Brie
Bane
Town le
Cairns
London
Fremantle
Adelside
Bri
Towner
Berchie Jones Condon
Cie Freaamie
Néenee
Rewhan
Townsville
Coiey
Mosquito Fleet Tale From Old Records
Fragmentary OCR text references a maritime group called the Mosquito Fleet with scattered names and events. It mentions May 1 and several personal names, suggesting a note or notice about a fleet or crew, with unclear details due to damage. The readable bits hint at a historical or local shipping topic without coherent narrative.
Weather Brief From Beneficial Falls
Fragmented OCR text from Sahin epee era and related lines mentions weather at Beneficial Falls. No clear event, date, or named entities beyond locations. The readable segments lack coherent facts to summarize a specific incident or report.
Innisfall Mound Witnesses Trial Era Echoes
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a court proceeding or political matter near Innisfall and Me Mighet, with references to a sheriff or official, a road command, and a date read as 13. The text shows garbled names, places, and events, but indicates an official action or investigation surrounding local figures and dates. The readable fragments imply a historical crime or legal case context.
Denispate Victim Arrests Aired In Serious Insured Case
fragmented OCR text shows a damaged local notice mentioning a victim, a case, and arrest events. readable parts reference a serious insured status and a vehicle or location described as Good Mheetiy with unclear details.
Quartz mine reports operations and ore quality update
A fragmentary notice from the mine manager details ongoing operations through May 9 and hints at ore body changes. It notes a lower average grade near the surface but a larger ore body at depth, with expectations for higher grade as development continues into the coming week and fortinight observations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Qisie
Avade
Ogres
Unclear Market Report From Early 20th Century Brisbane
Fragmented OCR text discusses prices and supplies in Brisbane with references to 1 percent Lovat service chaff and potatoes. Mentions New England timing, offers refused, and various numeric points like 7/5 7/8 and 4/11. Sensibly summarize notable entities and dates while noting the text’s garbled nature.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Viraige
Wael
New England
London Butter Stocks and Future Prospects
London May 17 We the butter position and consumption trends show easing demand and rising stocks. The scold store inventory increased by about 4800 tons in recent weeks, while wholesale and retail stocks are lighter than usual. Dry weather in New Zealand may tighten supplies, affecting exports and prices across multiple countries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Atocka
New Zealand
Kingston Butter Factory Output and Price Decline
Kingston May 17. Boaviers manufactured during the death of Apel stood at 21 tons 2 cwt, down 2 tons 10 cwt from March. Price paid was 1/2 per thousand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kingston
Apel
Tully Sugar Area Seed Plot Plan Outlined
May 18 report outlines clean seed plots for the Tully sugar area. It divides the region into four spheres from the Walter Hill range to Tully town and along the Tully River south and riverbank areas. Government pathologist Mr Nelly approves plate details to be finalized by Tul's Cape Suppliers Committee.
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Tully
Walter Hill Range
Tully Town
Iron Tully
Tully River
Thy
Tul
Cape
Church Club's Matches in Tennis At Methodist Charity
Unclear OCR lists Stool Teviese Club players and Methodist Charity South rivals for a tennis match. Names include W. Kricker captain G. Pet kine and Norris W. Stowell Moody Mrs Lees Coutt Nlewehant. EMS and CMS teams named. match set for Great Johire Club court Saturday at 2 pm with captains W Stanley and Rev W P Hohenhouse among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Acaiiot
Methoadiet
Methodist
South
Melars
W. Kricker
G. Petkine
Ine Norris
W. Stowell
Moody
Lees
Coutt
Nlewehant
Avine
EMS
C.M.S
Johire Club
Court Um Savur
Vay
Mesere
HC Hinelsfusa
W. Stanley
W. P. Hohenhouse
A. Willates
H. Newberry
Clealll
Cairns Benevolent Society Meeting This Week
Cairns Benevolent Society schedules its monthly meeting for this week in place of Friday at the Town Court. A notice mentions the Government Gazette of May 1, noting additional Land Court sessions will be held at the Court Airogy on Saturday. St Monica's Church remains crowded with worshippers as the Redemptorist mission continues daily through the week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns Benevolent Society
Cais Benevaloc Society
Om ‘Tinarey
Hazette
Unclear Fragment Hints at Military or Police Names
Text appears as garbled OCR with names like Talty and Chinese references, unclear event or location, implying a partially readable item about a soldier or officer but lacking coherent facts for a full summary. No verifiable entities or actions beyond scattered proper nouns.
Thanes and Friends Extend Thanks for Sympathy and Support
Mr and Mrs Weinert and Downey acknowledge heartfelt thanks to Sisters and Nurses and Werdanan of the Atherton District Hempitat for their care and to Ambalasce Bearers for their service. Gratitude extends to all friends who sent messages of sympathy during their bereavement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mire
Weinert
Downey
Yangpatmarra
Atherton
Hempitat
Grant
In fond memory of Albert Edward Keeble
A faded obituary fragment honors Albert Edward Keeble who died May 20. Family notes express sorrow and faith in Christ, with lines about rest and Jesus loved him best. Kin including father mother sisters and brothers sign the remembrance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keeble
Albert Edward
Jesus
Sather
Tariff debate: protecting industry and consumer costs
The Gatens Post discusses Australian tariff policy, warning that tax, protection, and industry profits must balance to avoid excessive costs for consumers. It cites a report urging union leaders to recognize rising production costs and notes that protection should yield lower local prices and fair returns, not excessive shareholder dividends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Commonwealth
Posturing and peace theatrics in Mussolini Briand reviews
A commentary notes Mussolini's aggressive posturing and Briand's peace theatrics, arguing that Western powers, including Britain, stage a diplomatic farce at sea and in Europe. It says real strength lies within the British Empire and criticizes perceived insincerity at naval talks and international stances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mussolini
United States
Japan
M. Briand
Street and rail notices mix with weather and events
Merchants complain about Sacks Street roundway work while Cairns Shire Council speeds street repairs. A Etheridge line rail motor derailed near Prewhurst siding causing damage and repairs. Weather forecast predicts scattered showers and possible thunder on the coast, cool interiors, with easterly winds. The Gleam fishing party reports cod and grease fish near Green Island. Cairns Hospital Board election by postal ballot closes May 28 with certified contributor lists viewable in Cairns. MLA A Duffy to open Atherton Show and visit cane districts. Minister Godfrey Morgan to Babinda arrival May 29.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
PS. Clarke
Green Island
Clarke
Cairea Hunpitele Board Kiwction
Baller
Cairny
Fave
Caius
Cairns
Cack
Mance
West
Radiam
A. Duffy
Wongaburra
Daffy
Ham
Bahinda
Sesey
Godfrey Morgan
Babinda
Duffy
Darradgre
Carradungs
Ten
Babindy
Aloanba
Minister Gane Me fi Ir Godfrey Morter Rail Tour
The ministerial itinerary shows Mr. Godfrey Morter traveling by rail to Babinds Cairns Port Douglas Mossman Julatten Mt Molloy and back to Cairns with J C Kenny MLA for Cook accompanying. Proposals seek improved transport for remote residents facing travel hardship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oy Gane
Godfrey Morter
Railways
Babinds
Cairns
Port Douglas
Mossman Ares
Julatten
Mt. Molloy
J. C. Kenny
M.L.A
Cook
Secret selection of war coffin from five in Ypres and Marne areas
A wartime account explains how one coffin was chosen from five for transport to a base. The selection occurred after graves were located at Ypres and the Marne Arras and Cambrai sectors. An officer entered a hut and picked a single coffin while the other five were reverently prepared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Ypres Salient
Marne
Arras
Cxmiea
See Front
Allie
Masuere
Waerike
Chaeman
Tian
Australian airmen abandon Malabar flight attempt
Townsville May 19 Smith and Shiers arrived by the Malabar bound for Sydney after a forced landing 20 miles east of an unknown point. They reported fuel exhausted near Bangkok and a damaged undercarriage, with a failed propeller straightener, forcing them to abandon the attempt to reach England from Australia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Townsville
Smith
Shiers
Australia
England
Sydey
Euahewes
Sinjrora
Bangkok
Gulf of Shem
Bert
Sydney
Tim
Niny Johnie
Jadkson
Hays
Timor
Marr
Owen
Siwe Sourabatan
Batata Bend
Niles
Bina
Titi Uolanul
Darwin
Gary Whcae
Star of Townsville Airship Completes Brisbane Run
The Star of Townsville arrived at 2 30 PM after a 40 minute trip from Brisbane, an excellent service record. Passengers included Messrs Cooper Draper Edwards Hogan and others. The aircraft later picked up three travelers at Mackay and two at Rockhampton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Townsvilles
Queenland Air” Navigation
Star of
Townsville
Brisban
Roc Cooper
Woolsrych
TL Draper
Edwars Ata Co
Mackay
Rockhampton
Riots and unrest in India frontier and Calcutta incidents
Reported clashes on the north west frontier as tribesmen groups and agitators press movements. Indian Congress volunteers attacked salt depots near Bombay and injuries occurred amid police actions. Troops deployed to Thal to seal mob leaders while frontier tribes continue agitation against British rule.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calcutta
Mary
Hohmand
Air
Ops
Pir
al Nmr
Congress
Kohat
Rannu
Thal
India
Guillotining draws large crowd as troops called out
In Marseilles on May 17 a Corsican named Griffaut and confederates killed nine bank messengers seized of 3,200. Fifteen hundred troops and police were needed to control the crowd outside the guillotine. The fire brigade sprayed the crowd from trees and roofs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marseilles
Griffaut
Public debate predicts narrow passage of service bill
A one vote margin shapes the likely fate of the public service bill as lobbying mounts. The ministry forecasts smooth progress on the second reading, with government supporters pressing for swift usage and a decisive outcome.
Court decision delays hearing in Attington case
In Brisbane on May 19 the Pall Court case arising from Attingtury was not heard. Further delays occurred as the inquiry was adjourned again for express reasons. The Commissioner postponed the inquiry until tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Risbane
Toomorrow
Evidence at Chillagoe court hearing delayed
Fragmentary notes indicate a court hearing at Chillagoe with mentions of a Crown solicitor and commissioners. The text is garbled but references an inquiry or examination planned for the following days and involvement of local authorities. Names and precise actions are unclear.
Outbreak Leads to Rockhampton School Closure
Serious outbreak reported in Rockhampton with multiple cases among children. Authorities implement swabbing campaigns in the district, close the school, and mobilize hospital beds and local resources. A consignment of 35 mattresses was sent to Glailstone by Rockhampton arms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rockhampton
Meg
A. Silvus
Henaraby
Giadstone
Ladston
Glailstone Hospi
Ghul Stone
Tonytht
Ram
Davis Cup Matches Reach London Amid Turbulent Play
Unclear OCR text from London reports Davis Cup ties featuring Austria Norway and Hungary with teams including Netherlands and Slovakia. Descriptions mention players Timmer Graham Leech and Andrei Kikijeva and results like 57 62, but many fragments unreadable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Storenaked
Riens
Austria
Neilson
Norway
Haly
Iny
Aly
Amoterdart
Timmer
Hitland
Font Graham Finda Tek
Ed Lot
Drumerkarl
Holland
Tris Ormen
Andtir
Slovakia
Leimola Maier
Andrei Kikuijeva
Ted
Boll
Ancer Apa
Praigne
Menziel Leech -Stova
Aliveh
Denmark
Fat
Ruseluh
Cevetn-Stovakeia
Brit Ware
Tennant
Anglo French Match Draw Ends Unclear On May Day
Fragmentary OCR report lists erratic names and phrases. Mentions a match between Anglo and French sides with a drawn result. Several garbled names and odd spellings fill the text, offering little coherent detail or verifiable facts.
Austria Survives Osh May 17 in Cup Heat
In a tense Ut Cup heat on May 17 Austria edged past competitors led by Nielsen and Arters. The race featured Christophersn and Matedhen running strong legs, with final times close and strategic moves shaping the finish.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Osh
Aueteal Peat Torkoldéeny
Mayejha
Austria
Heap Nielseny
Now Way
Arters
Nielsen Art Cristolfersn
Czech and Danish players clash in Prague May results
In Prague on May 17, Menach and Ulrich of Denmark defeated Czech opponents in singles and doubles. Ulrich beat Kacevih, and Warm Denmark edged Menge. Mayior of Spain defeated Scharrer, while Juanea of Spain triumphed over Preiirich. Other scores listed include 6-2 62.46 and 4 627:5 with $4 cited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Prague
Menach
Wien
Denmark
Ulrich
Kacevih
Japan and India clash in tense international park match
Reported fragments describe a London stay and a tepid wind up as Japan faces India in a dramatic encounter. Names like Satoh Jageat and Ohta appear amid scattered references to Amsterdam on May 17 and a string of players, with unclear outcomes and partial scores.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Satoh Jageat
Avian
India
Stufratta
Bed
England and France clash in tense match report
Fragmentary notes show England facing France with scores and names like Austin, Beugwrr, Coffins, Gregory, and Ritchie. Other mentions include Rob Sharpe and Warstra, plus a 12-10 result, hinting at a series of games or rounds and rivalries across teams and venues.
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Aris Mus
England
Veri
France
Austin
Beugwrr
Coffins
Tet
Grrggiry
Filanchy
Eat
Tel
Lees Bo
Ticle
Sharpe Bea Amtry
Fk Oo
Witlarmaat
Ritchie
Austin Teas
Cricketers Disappointed by Wireless Phone Failures
London May 17 A wireless telephony department statement says calls to cricketers were cancelled yesterday from Australia. The cancellations prevented the Australians from receiving timely updates and may affect their plans. The note notes no advance advisory on the cancellations was provided to the team.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Australia
British By-Election at Nottingham Central
Fragmentary report on the Nottingham Central by election with candidates A E Waterson and O Conner associated with Cantera and Berkeley. Some readable names and dates appear but details are incomplete and unclear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Nottiquham Central
E Waterson
Conner
Berkeley
Sam
Fragments From A Damaged Local Page
Readable text hints at a chaotic scene with names and phrases about a wedding, a safety issue, and a printed item. Mentions Beyaes and Hester with unclear actions. No clear event timeline or location. only scattered personal names and snippets.
THROWN INTO RIVER POLICE SEARCH AT PROSERPINE
A man and his wife and two children were attacked yesterday near Proserpine as a search continues for Meinl My Goring who is missing. Police, aided by residents, intensified effort today along the river and surrounding properties amid a dire call for information on the incident and the missing person.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Proserpine
Proserpane Prilire
My Goring
Adikteen
Eikteen Stat Alte
Anaes Inns Eenersnan
Petior Allvisoit Chetty
SAO COMNPETIOOF EFFECT ON RAILWAYS
Sydney report outlines competition impacts on railways with mentions of freight rates and schedules. Names and places appear garbled but indicate railway competition affecting services and travelers. The piece references March events and potential government or company actions impacting routes and fares.
Waratah Mystery Revived by Airman in Cape Case
Fragmentary text describes a Waratah mystery revived by an airman. Mentions experts Mr Herbert Hinff and the Wrighesd seuly, Cape Wield, and Henly. Content is garbled but centers on a wartime or aviation mystery tied to Waratah and Cape locations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Herbert Hinff
Sol Henly
Obituary for Allan Saunders Ends in California Cemetery
An obituary notices Allan Saunders and lists a large extended family attended by Rev John O Roderton at Oxrie church. The funeral moved to Caudenvale cemetery with services at Santora and Enveech alternatives. Dozens of relatives including Mr and Mrs Ho Riuiwein, Mr and Mrs Jo Butler, and Mr and Mrs Wilson are named among attendees and the procession. many family names appear in the long list of mourners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John
Roderton Inn
RSS
Peste
OWA
Caudal
Ho Riuiwein
Jo Butler
Mess Wilson
Blank Aml Dancbs
Char Kicharsiseny
Walt Norm
Chaake
Vanity
Minott Pene
Mioe
Thelma Stoke Aiport Aire Tees
Alcomitiss Jia
Agra
Vitus
Bey
Pamity
Anil Myre
J Johnston
Jary
Neo
Thomas Hens
Stolley
Faraihy
AP Reynolds
Tieteen
Ant
Jawvenn
Tistonson
OM Des Mp
Coh
Latetone
J! Mackey
Mert Bowe
Alorba
Ste Gaetan Reb Denman
Ut Mtr
Mes
S Denman
Gortvale
J. Felicean
Seni
Wakter Ae
Campbell
Tipper
I Baller Vehildteen
Jedmetes
Awd
Stonefarms
Lavell Kasnily
Sey
Dewger An
Unclear Rail Strike Meeting Sparks Public Alarm
An overheated cabinetroom scene centers on railway workers and unions amid a tense meeting. Reports describe protests, worker leadership shifts, and potential disruptions. Officials warn of heightened tensions as labor actions loom and public transit plans face scrutiny.
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Mellere
Dreemah
Jane
Corey
Allen
Isniseai
Sarr
Torrie
Sahin
Abel Padters
Heike Setuade
Herpes
Denispate
Brispane
Church Club
St Monica's
Redemp
Suibin‘Cahalene Detatsiee
Sergeant Talty
Einasleigh
Thanes
Anderson
Winnie
Roundway
Chinatown
Sacks-street
Cairns Shire
Prewhurst
Etheridge
State Weather Bureau
South Coast
Darling Downs
Gulf
Nouth
Star OF Townsville
Shara Tana
Bombay
Nadi
Icice
Chillagoe
Vincidence
Chilegorau
Mungana-Chillagoe
Spain x
Jugo-Slavia
Finland
Amsterdam
Cran
Fiala
Britich
Beyaes
Wal Seeds
Kbigaedd
Nsw
Allan Saunders
Gordon Denman
Railwa
Ste. A
Barly
Gerry Dew
Aneenitie
Widbrychun
Rockrampton
Rockhamin
Lyon
HONDA
Nesul
Yamnit
Moony
Actin
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