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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 27, 1930
Page
8
A fragmented account outlines a Fire Board meeting led by Mayor Ale Ic with Honseh presiding. Attendees include Andersom, Jensen, Cook, and Hied Wareer among others, discussing theatre conservations and related matters.
A fragmented report outlines a lease dispute involving Angest and Mr Warner, with mentions of rent raises, insurance figures, and a company seal. The document notes payments and a limited executive summary from Mop Wah, referencing the Lon pany and insurance components.
Ail court report notes a city stage event with a meeting note mentioning Meri letenchant and Mr Bennett in a fragmentary account. The readable lines suggest a community proceeding or appearance with unspecified outcomes. The text is partial and lacks clear context or dates.
A fragmented report notes discussion on department rates and a council meeting. It mentions a 25 percent annual rate, potential reductions, and consideration of prospects. The text references trustees, a prospectus, and a plan to return to Firtshane. Further details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Amy above Australia becomes a symbol as she, at twenty, earns the Air Ministry licence and embarks on a perilous voyage over Northern Queensland, highlighting a historic achievement in Australian aviation.
Darwin reports arrival prospects for Miss Johnson with officials coordinating a welcome in Brisbane. Aerial progress crosses Brunette Downs and Daly Waters toward Alexandria Downs while plans for a Brisbane reception involve government and city leaders.
A damaged snippet from Melbourne cites a May 26 discussion on imperial governance and the governor general. It mentions constitutional questions, the imperial royal prerogative, and the King’s appointment powers, but the text is unreadable in parts.
The Brisbane crowd at City Hall on Saturday greeted Miss Johnson with praise as the Lord Mayor thanked her for her work and noted the pride of the citizens. The mayor promised to press for employment measures and urged the gathering to support Miss Johnson’s visit. Johnson was expected to land at the best racecourse on Thursday.
London reports Secretary of State considers a suitable award for Amy Johnson to honor her pioneering flight. The Daily Herald discusses possible orders for a young heroine, while Doctor Norwood notes the ideal’s value over success. Amy’s mother proclaims pride amid public admiration.
Congratulatory telegrams pour in for Amy after she becomes a top news figure worldwide. Her mother recalls Amy as a diligent student and athlete who pursued aviation with enthusiasm after leaving Hullton for London. The family seeks quiet amid public praise as prayers are offered in Bridlington and at the Wesleyan church.
London May 2 Amy Johnson has received telegrams from across the world congratulating her on her flight. The Prime Minister Air Minister and leading flying bodies telegraphed praise while tributes poured in from Cobham Vernon Roe Captain de Havilland the Duchess Bedford Lady Bailey and others. Newspapers praised her daring and determination noting the difficulty of the Jetty Sea leg and the lasting impact on aviation.
London reports Lord Thomson, Minister for Air, cabled congratulations to Miss Johnson for being the first woman pilot to fly to Australia. The Air Council praised her skill and endurance and noted her coolness under difficulties. Miss Johnsons parents also received messages of praise from Mrs Kartsay MacDonald.
Fragmentary text praises a woman named Amy, framing her triumph over prejudice and doubt. The piece references courage, burden of years, and a hollow rock motif, with a feeble, inconsistent overall narrative and unclear source context.
In a house on Arthur Street, Victor McKnight and his wife were found dead after multiple gunshots. Victor held a rifle in his left hand, a bullet entry to the forehead. Mrs McKnight was shot from behind, bullet exiting near the left eye. James McKnight, a mail contractor and Victor’s brother, arrived after the shots. Police were summoned promptly.
A giant Fokker departed from Mieckty at 12.55 and, after five minutes, was observed over Townsville Post Office at 2.15 p.m. The report notes a striking aerial display and places the aircraft above the town landmark within the stated afternoon window.
Four young children are being cared for in town after the death of a couple formerly living at Mungadlala. The wife Ruth Daisy Walker, from a Toowoomba family, and McKeight are connected to a murder and death by own action case.
London reports rain fell all night and no play occurred in the Australia versus Surrey match. Play resumes at 11 am tomorrow with stumps drawn at 5 pm. The Observer lauds Bradman for a display of clever stylish batting despite Surrey fans’ high praise for his runs.
Police in Düsseldorf say they have captured Peter Kuerten a 47 year old workman linked to ten murders and ten assaults resembling the Ripper case. A servant girl letter led to his identification and confession after confrontations with Gertrude Schulte and Marta Hahn, with authorities testing the credibility of his statements.
London May 23 veteran cricket journalist W A Catton in the Evening Standard lauds Grimmett as strong silent and shy. He admires the South Australian bowler for modesty and accuracy noting he can torment batsmen, mislead them, and then command the field. He jokes the bowler might have earned the nickname The Fox.
London reports May 23 say A Beckett is improving but confined to his room and not playing Surrey. Grimmett, weary and with sore fingers, has greatly improved after a week’s rest and looks fitter. The team were guests of the Duke of Devonshire at Chatsworth near Chesterfield last night.
England selection lists two squads for the Lord's Test trial in May. Captain Chapman leads team one with Wackin Hobbs Sutcliffe Hammond Woolley Hendren Tate Lampond Nickworth Geary. The Rest is White captain with Stevens Dulvensiniyi Wyatt Jardine Alwth Lerlamd Ames Hopwood Worthington Clark.
London May 24 The Prime Minister Ramsay MacDonald announced at a party gathering that he would personally handle unemployment issues, a task formerly managed by Lord Privy Seal J H Thomas.
Four improved Oxley submarines left Portsmouth for Hong Kong forming a squadron of 18 the largest and most powerful in the world The Otway and Oxley likely to join later for training service under the Medway mothership and the Hong Kong deployment reflects industrial naval strength of the era
London observers debate England’s trial XI with Hobbs Hammond Sutcliffe and Woolley as pillars. Geary and Robins receive praise, while Chapman’s captaincy potential and Daul’s or Peebles’ roles spark discussion. Many expect Duleepsishji to be included and Hopwood Worth trials noted.
Eleven hundred Anglo Catholic clergymen write to archbishops protesting censored Modernist teaching and rebukes while asserting they will not become Roman Catholics or quit the Church of England.
Canberra May 26 Secret charges have been preferred against Sergeant Shepherd of the Canberra police under suspicion for weeks. The Attorney-General stated Sir John Quick was appointed a special tribunal to investigate the charges. The Crown will instruct the counsel and the charges will be heard on Tuesday, in or out of camera, with strict silence on the nature of the charges.
Washington May 26 The United States clinched the America Zone final of the Davis Cup as New Sal Van Run and partner defeated Deane ail Unda in doubles 6 0 6 1 6 1 indicating a decisive win for the U S team in the series.
May 26 report notes strict secrecy in the Investigation Branch of the Attorney General’s Department. It says a private dossier found by Mr Brennan after taking over from Mr Latham largely prompted the inquiry. The dossier reportedly influenced industrial matters that affected the Jae Government’s fate.
Canberra May 25 Prime Minister Scullin warned the referendum remains unsettled awaiting High Court ruling. Government consulted top legal authorities but final decision may hinge on a constitutional appeal, risking broad consequences. Inter State ALP delegates met in Canberra preparing for debate as Scullin signaled the appeal to the people next year may be unlikely, easing some parliamentary tension. Delegates from Queensland including Riordan Donald Collings and Hynes attended discussions.
Mount Isa May 26 A large factory explosion at Biddle and Wilsons aerated water works awoke citizens. The plant was damaged heavily and nearly gutted by fire. Both principal owners were away at the time. The strike crippled the business and insurance details are unclear.
Brisbane hosts the WLCLT.L convention as Mrs. E C Strang urges continued sobriety and warns the Commonwealth’s drink bill of £4,337,316 fuels hospitals and benevolent institutes. The movement sees 403 women’s unions and 33 youth branches with Victoria adding 3,920 members, while Australian membership rises by 3,703.
Leader of the Opposition Mr. W Forgan Smith departed on Saturday for Canberra to attend the Federal Labor Conference as a Queensland delegate this week.
May events drew crowds as aeronautical displays wowed attendees. Major Haviland and Lt. Eaten piloted two moths in a dramatic dogfight with Vickers gear. Fights included wing flares and a graceful last glide. Squad Leader Sunwaver won the Derby in a Bristol Bulldog at 167 mph. The Graf Zeppelin departed Rio de Janeiro for Pernambuca, a 1200 mile voyage.
The Prime Minister and Miss MacDonald travelled as ordinary passengers on Imperial Airways liner City of Gloucester as it inaugurated a new experimental weekend service between Croydon and Scottish towns. A stop at Manchester allowed Mr MacDonald to inspect the Chatsworth aerodrome.
May 45 Mother McGuire consecrated as first Bishop of Townsville at Sacred Heart Cathedral Arch bishop Cattaneo presided with Mahic among others. After the ceremony the bishop blessed worshippers as he left the sanctuary. His sister Mother Coleman of New South Wales blessed him beforehand. Sermons by Rev. Egan and Rev. Hartigan. a garden reception on St Patrick's College grounds featured a £1000 gift and a gold diamond chalice from the Manly Union. Large crowds and excursion trains attended the event with outside seats filled for the Mass broadcast to those outside.
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