31 May 1912
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 31, 1912
Page
1
Inbound and outbound movements arranged by Fearnley and Company and its CalaNa Aeota service. The article notes shipments and passenger traffic across routes, with references to Athol and undetermined locations.
Shipping notices describe weekly departures from Townsville and arrivals at Sydney and Melbourne ports. ENS PHILP & CO Ltd operates weekly sailings with departures every Tuesday and returns on Saturdays, listing ports such as Townsville, Port Darwin, and Sydney. The record notes various vessels, schedules, and standard routes with irregular spellings and partial names due to OCR.
auleaide company limited steamers jegvo cairns wad qeday townsville thuraday fowen wady friday tackling hristvene scoday conlinie erath following tuasday receiving sydney thursday mel porte stila leave melbourne retina trip wednesday with 4p ff fot vias ing rery syle waltowras iron metaure howse s d smite co timuted stoner lomelp saturday fagarrite warley sunday morning soorel bay sunday saturation letechene may night or tuesday morning leave bratene welmeedag uo itn friday and sachasinne following monday teate melbourne wednesday arrive summer friday brisbane following mendes depart brighune meet day seeing townsville following pe vday wow saares en senderg town eaten monday yiain for port comflexs revaoren the followee da ot leaving ob noan for town via ports teorfeare towns ide for seta on jum 1 pereavine leaves townsville for sydney une hortia leaves townsville for syelee com stas 15
An unfinished notice indicates towns plan a closing or sealing event for a port area near Southampton with references to lane and date, set for June 4th under local authorities and a company abbreviated CS Co. The fragment hints at property or parcel terms and an associated sea port work with a named recipient.
The notice praises T. Byrne as a renowned craftsman in saddlery and leatherwork. It highlights his neat workmanship, wide stock, and specialty in making saddles to fit horse gear. The item claims he keeps a large stock of leather fare and related articles for Carl Zosia on a street in town.
The fragment appears to report an act extension to June 30, 1921, with names like Miller and Monro Ftp, and offices in Brisbane and Melbourne. It lists officials and international references in a damaged corporate filing context.
Sir G. H. Clarke’s report outlines failures by both masters and men to adhere to August agreements, references arbitration for disputes, and notes refusals to discuss wage increases. It cites Port of London Authority obligations, union non compliance, and calls for conference and cordial resolutions with media opinions supporting various sides.
A major blaze at Arn and nearby timber works caused about 13000 pounds in damage, with 4000 pounds insured. Fireman Wolfenden was crushed and killed when a towering timber stack collapsed toward the crew, four others injured as the structure fell and workers sheltered between buildings.
London papers publish congratulatory commentary on Australia cricket team after recent test win. The Manchester Guardian lauds their brilliance and understanding, noting rising confidence. The Western Gazette predicts cricket’s return to popularity as Australia defeats Nottingham 104 in a match, with Matthews securing the best score and title.
London dispatch reports Arnsti in smetdid condition for the am ine rece with Barre. He rows from distartes twice each day. The Australian Eight, under a stylistic resemblance to the gnarians, is discussed.
A letter argues fish offered for sale are not fresh and should be removed to prevent community health hazards. The writer urges authorities to act to stop stinking fish from being sold.
The notice lists Anglican services at St Job’s and Trinity Suttey with Holy Communion at 7 90 am and a 2 15 ped change in Rocheriat. The fragmentary text confirms morning and afternoon rites and church locations.
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