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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 21, 1930
Page
4
Forestry Queenslander returns to Fremantle with reports of forest service activities and schedules. Disjointed text references Mr Ack Vien and Mark Geceasts, noting yearly bearings and anticipated events, with unclear fragments about authorities and locales.
The text recounts a convoluted dispute involving a company and its solicitors over conspiracy charges, alleged fraud, and a thwarted plan to seize assets. It mentions a Sydney figure, shareholdings valued at 440,000, and police action affecting shareholders amid internal strife and threats.
At Herberton on May 17 supporters of the Hierheren Jubilee Bazaar report a strong financial outcome. The balance sheet shows a profit from all sources including raffles, dances, stalls, and sales, with key items such as school rent and raffle proceeds contributing to total receipts.
A Greek man is accused of assaulting a woman after a disturbance at Innishfail. Police report that a complaint was filed by a neighbor but the victim was reluctant to press charges due to fear of retaliation. The case centers on drunkenness and alleged coercion surrounding the incident.
Watersiders officials in Melbourne say negotiations with the Government aim to overcome Senate obstruction. They warn workers offsite would be replaced to keep operations moving as talks continue between the relegator and authorities.
Federal Treasurer E G Theodore said Australia rejected a £20000 loan offer from the United States. Messrs Ley and Bridgland claimed to represent a large New York group but the government refused to negotiate through intermediaries. A later group sent proposals via the Commissioner in London but terms were not attractive and talks did not continue.
Match at Gordonvale features multiple pairs and mixed doubles with scores across several games including Hall Brown Jamieson ONeill and Cummings Grainer Gibson Skene May Kerr Thomas and others in a chaotic result summary. ONeill and May lead early in several sets while Skene and May finish strong.
Gordonvale hosted weekend premiership hockey matches with Gordonvale A losing 2-1 to Wattle A Cairns while the Gordonvale high school No. 2 drew with Cans High School No. 2. Refereeing by Mr Jones noted slow decisions but fair rulings as E Trevor scored for Gordonvale and McKillop, McGrath, and Canomlia produced pressure for Wattles.
Prominent aviators including Captain Jones and Flying Officer Owen plan a Brisbane to Darwin leg for Amy Johnson. They relay messages from Brisbane officials urging a visit to Benham en route to Sydney. The Golden Shell seaplane is pictured, with the crew aiming to reach Darwin by Sunday after stops at Mildura and Normanton.
Bergers Paint Work, renowned for collaboration with Atle and Sous, highlights skilled artisanship and regional influence in the decorative trades. The firm’s prominence reflects enduring craftsmanship and local industry connections.
Bargain Day prices on men's black patent shoes with welted soles and 19/11 items including madapolam cloth, towels, curtain net, cream flette, pyjama trousers, and men's shirts. Listings note various yardage, dozens, or per item prices and stock descriptions across fabric and clothing.
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