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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 20, 1931

Page

4

May Day at Innisfail condemned by Australia First critic

A Cairns Post reader replies to a letter from Australia First condemning the Innisfail May Day procession. The writer defends the event, denounces the Australia First position as cowardly and unchristian, and urges a fair, lawful response by authorities. The letter, signed Hoc Ullman, addresses community tensions and freedom of expression.

Cairns Post Australia Innisfal Chest Himsell Bis “Associates Farst Cole Ennis Nas Fonisfair gOeialion Mossnan Markay Smeckners al Orreent Mossman Townsville Sv. Lurch Bary

The Cairns Show Contest Notes From Early 20th Century Page

A readably garbled diary style account from MARIA HOGG describes planning for The Cairns Show on Lake Street with volunteers, prizes, and local bids. It mentions Merinda and My Home, hunting for costumes, and youth activities including carving and a kitchen dresser, with donations from Mr. Hayles Magnetic Island Ltd. The writer indicates community involvement and hints at upcoming events and a prize distribution, closing with love from Maria Hoggs.

Sven Fuind Merinda Joey Andy Weil Amerinda Hayles Jonder Ambrose Jalyhit Maria Hogg

Snails that carry German air force drama reported

Basra dispatch May 17 notes Air Ministry statements about Luftwaffe craft and the carrier air force presence. The fragment references engagements and deployments with details unreconciled in the damaged text.

Basra The Air Ministry

Mareeba tobacco farms bloom along Granite Creek

A Mareeba field report details multiple smallholders along Granite Creek and nearby patches expanding tobacco plantings. It notes co operative efforts among Davies, Davis, Barron, and others, with curing barns, water from creeks, wells, and farmhouses under construction. Local officers supervise and assist growers in the season’s setup.

Davis Sellan Davia Barron Davies Dymond Tabacen Mowell State Farm Advine Mareeba Mareeha Eleseck Wilkie King Tony Cephtame Hedderman Brothers Martin English Mike Maroney Granite Creek Jerry Healy Tee Rayment Brook Granite Geek Rogers L. Rogers Barrons Paglietta Nicotine Creek Vanni Paglietta Cogeiola Fiorenzo Giovanni Vannie Mitchel Brontan Visi Mitchelmjore Cuthbers Jertek Grand Billy Brown Mareelis Fies Bob Sellaw

State School Concert At Atherton Delights With Performances

The Atherton State School concert Friday featured children in dances songs and skits all arranged by Mrs A J Berk headmaster Mrs Berk designed costumes and the program. Highlights included Rosebud costumes a Red Riding Hood tale and a lively chorus with multiple songs and a finale. Arthur Millennen directed My Shadow and other pieces while Miss Hilda Clifford and Miss Ganinefall offered dance numbers.

Nower Sharif Ayia Hirady Hors Arthur Millennen Sprimgtine Barkies

Dr Sheldon’s New Discovery Promises Quick Winter Relief

Safe and sure cough and cold remedy touted as effective for children and adults. Promoted as a safe, quick relief with small 1/9 size and family size 3. Obtainable through a winter campaign.

Sheldon Dr. Sheldon Meeks

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