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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 24, 1912
Page
4
A compilation of brief notices including travel plans of residents to Western Australia and Cairns, medical cures and tonics offered by Craigs Syrup, clergy appointments in Lostrelia, rail staff movements to Rocka, and social arrivals and departures such as Miss Tremney en route to Yarrebgh and Mrs Poundleday returning from Georgetown.
A quiet wedding occurred in Port Reverat at the residence of Mrs Baird on Mossprosper Street. Edward Pais sal of Musswellbrook New South Wales and Missece Walsh, fourth daughter of Mr Michael Walsh of the district, were the newly joined couple. The event brought together local residents and relatives for a modest ceremony and reception.
A crowded item lists a wedding at Fort Doughes with Walsh Co. figures, a Manchester Guardian critique of Britain halting the cruiser New Zealand in home waters, and a Trinity Club ball with dress and dancing prizes. It notes sport team lineups for Alphen and Ivanhoes, plus upcoming matches and a smoke concert in June.
The Cairne branch of the Lease of etre Wheelmen present a busy program at Norman Park this afternoon. Cycling events begin at 3 15 p m with promising entries and strong competition assured. The league aims for a successful meet with supportive spectators.
A cane growers meeting will be held tomorrow to form a cooperative company to take control of the Piestowe Mill offered for £100,000. Four members of the Light Horse contingent depart tomorrow for the school of instruction in Enoggera. Attendees include Lieut G Birkbeck, Sgt-Maj Cook, Sgt Moyre, and Acting Sgt Martin. This marks the first time local sepumalireen have been granted this school of instruction privilege.
From SUVA and Rome reports authorities note Customs tariff amendments reducing free items while increasing duties on foodstuffs. Italian dispatches describe Turkish island Cos captured during Mediterranean movements with fertile cotton and silk resources cited amid war talk.
Fragmentary report notes militant suffragettes marching with militaristic aims on the Continent echoing England's tactics. The piece mentions a J. Co. born 1850 in Darmstedt linked to German companies and German industrial circles, suggesting cross national connections among movement figures.
On May 23 Wyandra welcomed arrival of Captain W. C. Thomson from Melbwurme with passengers including Mrs Goodall, Mrs Brown, A. B. Docker, Morris and two children, plus J. Gusten and others. The list also notes Madame W. and F. B. Brocht aboard.
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