Freethinker Letter on Bible and Religion in Modern Society
A reader letter argues that the Bible remains foundational to Western civilization but that true religion is a philosophy of life beyond ecclesiastical tradition. It critiques church vested interests, praises moral law, and compares Christianity to rational ethics, while noting science challenges religious authority.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tharests
Mar
Ecclesiasticism
Ruehd
Fadd
Darwin
Newton
Christ
Dave
Jesee
Valhalla
China
Exerci
Gottwim Smith
Harman
Huxley
Handling Log Timber in Cairns Harbor Delays and Losses
A reader letter criticizes Harbor Board neglect in timber logistics, noting logs stranded and valueless during strikes. The piece urges space for logs in the water, dumping, crane extensions, and better harbor facilities to prevent waste and boost local export timber, mills, and related jobs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eni
Atherton
Harbor Board
Matis
Cairns
Howard Smiths Shipping Co
Government Takeover of Business Progress Report
Fragmentary text indicates a note on government action taking over a business after proving failure. Mentions Atherton street and logs, with a closing signoff Yours etc, progress.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atherton Distreet
Harbor log traffic reform urged by local officials
A letter criticizes the Harbor Board for inaction on log timber handling. It argues that trucks should be unloaded promptly at Cairns and suggests expanding dock facilities, dredging, and increased unloading arms to move eight wagons simultaneously. The writer blames indifference and quotes delays and charges unpaid by shippers, urging immediate action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hooper
Cairns
Wlec
Harbor Board
Emlcnece
Riddle circulates with unknown author and puzzling verse
A cryptic quip circulating in print asks why the honorable person faces questioning. The fragment hints at teasing vituperation and a broad guess that someone may answer correctly for once, leaving readers amused by the riddle’s roundabout phrasing.
Dunedin District Notes On Rain, Mining, And Local Life
The district sees light rains with limited benefit while livestock vitality rises and yields lag. Prospects for a good season are uncertain as tin and wolfram markets wobble. Bent statesmen Botinsoe Beasley and Nymbool pursue lode mining as they build homes. the local hospital struggles with resource strain and contemplates new equipment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Botinsoe
Beasley
Eqmerson
Wolfram Clair
Wolfram
Tyrell
Rosé
Also Mentioned on This Page
Fier “Post
Herald
Reed
Poole Hut
Shephes
Tennyson
Pen” and “Herald
New Firm
M.mcmahon & Coy
Svendsen's
Lake Street
M. McMahon
N.npu
Post
O'S
Bame
Post” and “Herald
Garnet
Poat
Zave Ltd
Craigs Pharmacy
Kelly's
Mall Gee
Pup
A. J. Draper Ltd. House Furnishers
Ee Dairyman's
Coe
Psoas
Speckatiry
W. Bosanko
Artis Sater Lair
Mane
Weitens
Mbeeuere
Robertson, i Accouentanc
P. E. Wilkinson
Abbott Street
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