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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 27, 1935
Page
7
The note references a new moon event or gear titled New Moon Jane Sham Gear with a due date described as tomorrow Wemunda. It mentions fragments including south directions and various unreadable codes or measurements.
Maritime notices show multiple vessels with Cairns arrivals and departures. Journeys include Sydney via Townsville and Brisbane with May dates and June arrivals. Papua and New Guinea service from Cairns to Brisbane and Sydney Port Chalmers sails. Liverpool route via Port Said and Hall.
The London Metal Market report from Sydney lists copper lead and silver quotations for spot and forward trades, including per ton averages and weekly notations. It records forward and spot prices in pounds, shillings, and pence with varying quotations across metals and dates.
Copper exchange quotations list forward and spot prices with various terms and dates. The fragment shows inconsistent figures such as May spot prices and forward contracts, including values like £35/15/74 and £46/10/ with different dates and terms.
Linen textual fragment records price quotes for musket rites at £4 10s, half from Harrinelle, mixed halves from various sources, Carmona potato market tops at 10/ with sweet portions at 3/, a line of pampering sold at 4/4 MU and 1/10 4, wheat quoted at 1s 7d and 29k.
A London agency cable reports active demand for empire deservacions and firmer tendencies in continental produce. It notes prices for Best quality Rathonjen Latvian and New Zealand products, with overall quiet market and varied consignments from Austria Denmark Ireland and Australia totaling about 9850 tons.
In a small ceremony, Barrett Samdaver married Misha at a residence in Barren, with family members present. The couple plans a public celebration later this year.
In memory notices from Hannah Gallagher and Sallagher mark the death anniversary of a husband and father. The notices honor a dear husband and father with names, relationships, and relatives' signatures highlighting sons, daughters, sons-in-law, and grandchildren.
The Sub-collector of Customs at ama, Mr MLW Sexton, is cited by the Deputy Director Navigation for issues with the Rocky Tle Tet. A warning is left in shipping as a result.
The Returned Sailors and Soldiers Imperial League of Australia grows in Queensland with new sub-branches and stronger ranks. It emphasizes comradeship, aids ex service men and dependants, and denounces calls that the League is decadent while noting increased membership and ongoing community service.
A worker named Jerk Biwery pulled down a gutter Saturday morning causing injuries to a rider. The Cairne Ambulance Brigade rendered first aid and the patient was taken to the Calton District Hospital for treatment.
Irregular early drizzle yielded 267 points of rain across plains and mining zones after 24 hours of steady precipitation. Officials warn continued rainfall threatens pastoral lands alluvial deposits and mining districts with potential flooding and disruption.
Our Townsville correspondent reports the Douglas Social Credit Party plans a broad campaign through the Far North. Boorman, who polled well in the Cook electorate, is expected to oversee activities from Tully north wards.
Mre A W Mighell and her son Ms Norman R Munhelt express sincere thanks to the Innisfail Chamber of Commerce for their sympathy and condolences after the sad bereavement occasioned by the death of Mr A W Mighell Buy.
Weather bulletin from Brisbane outlines unsettled conditions across Queensland with showers in the west and southwest. Variable winds affect the east coast and southern districts with possible heavy coastal squalls and darkening skies along the southeast.
Citizens in Cairne join a procession for the King's Jubilee with veterans of the Old Contemptibles and others. The event spotlighted efforts by the League and its offshoots to care for those affected, presenting a moving display of social support and civilian resolve.
The report states a bone became embedded in Miss Ward's throat shortly after 6 on Saturday night. After attempts to remove it failed, she was sent to hospital for treatment.
In Cowley district a farmer named S Ay Patene was kicked by a horse and received first aid from an Ambulance Brigade team that traveled from Tunistal, covering 38s on the case. The patient was conveyed for further care.
A patient wart was transported to Salers District for treatment as reported in the local notice.
A massive Cairns procession featured decorated cars and floats mounted by local clubs and merchants. Highlights included Britannia-themed displays, the Legacy Club, school groups, and a white swan float by Cairns Motors Pty. Ltd. Miss Doris Moss served as Goddess of Peace on a dais, as crowds lined the streets before four o clock, admiring the Empire colors and royal motifs.
Fragmentary OCR describes a procession moving along streets including Abboart street and Sheridaw street with references to dismantling and abandonment. The account mentions a rear and front procession, noting movement past various landmarks and a Secale commercial point as the toe passes.
The Premier Mr Forgan Smith departs for Canberra on state duties stating civil governments face real national issues.
After the birds were judged and carded members discussed in meat and value. The gathering praised the show and noted pride in the town’s poultry standards and exhibitors.
In Tallade district notes judge Mr Arthur J Harwood commends overall display. The white Leghorn bird wins the best in show while Mr W Haslam of Gordonvale owns the top pullit. Cairns pair contest for the champion standard bird with Mr EB Quietench besting others.
The Alpine Club highlights district scenery and natural features within twenty miles, praising private excursions and public outings. Members describe awe at cascading waters, mosses, and flora, noting nature’s handiwork and tranquil countryside as a main draw of their activities.
A report on a poultry show recounts travels through regions such as Crystal Crscaces Boheca and Somat Cre'al with notes on the Premilent Mr Derwent Vallance. It highlights the Freshwater Gorge display, various champions and judges, and the committee’s busy schedule with results to follow.
Citizens gathered in blustery weather as King and Empire were honored. The event featured a living Union Jack formed by guides, a railway units band, and the National Anthem. The Mayor and committee were praised for organizing a worthy commemorative display.
The mayor expressed appreciation and cited weather and notice issues affecting a Sunday procession. He noted a disturbing incident flagged by participants and referenced a related discussion on postponing or altering the event due to conditions and safety concerns.
Papers reference MALS 08 Trad and a note to see Mal Bere at four minutes. This brief item appears as a cross-reference in the archival page with minimal readable detail.
A May 20 notice from Kuranda informs of timetable changes. The altered tables leave Kuranda at 120 pm and arrive at Aires by 2 am, with connections available for nightly travel.
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