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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 31, 1922
Page
4
Fragmentary text recalls Spode ceramic ware and its distinctive mark in a shop window display. The garbled wording hints at a historical description of wares, with references to Spode Anegraton and a notable print on a window display.
Suppliers to Abinda Central Sugar Mill are notified that crude operations will commence on a Wednesday in June 1622. Delivery arrangements and commencement details are outlined for those who have received notification.
Fragment text indicates a pottery shop advertisement with a focus on sale or event details. Located in an era of small-town commerce, it mentions the pottery house as a destination for pottery buyers and curious customers. Local color hints at handmade wares and shop presence.
Under instructions from the Dairy Stock Pastoral Board auctioneers Sheppard Bashé will submit to auction on Thursday, June 17 at 2 PM the cows, bulls, and dairy stock on 180 acres held by Myola Prehol ds. Auction aims to revamp cream production and cattle care in the district.
Fragmented OCR note lists times at Carrolls Yards Friday and Saturday morning with unclear references to campers and railways, suggesting a small event or gathering schedule.
The note refers to MW arrangements at the OM meeting in Cairns, mentioning the Athertoft Tableland Co operative Butter and Bacon and W. C Abbott as National Chairman. It is dated 20/5/1922 from Simonds Babinda and mentions limited entities with a Guardian-like context.
For sale a 135 acre farm in top condition with good drainage and rich land. Includes house and barn, improvements, and necessary farming gear. Price 22400 with Avenue and horses. McMahon & Co, Lake Street.
Mails close tomorrow with a fallow schedule. Intermediate notes mention Molloy Carbine and other items. Due today from the for 10:30 a.m. Times and intermediate stops are noted, with some unreadable fragments.
Fragmentary text mentions Barker Dris Scot two nat ng ae ober at Kinky Francis and Loveka sailing to Cairns with a dive to arrive on Me die Fipa. Details are garbled and dates unclear.
Tenders were opened by Mr C D Lynch acting as architect for Harvey for a new brick storage. Redlynch Town Property sale set for Tuesday 5th June by Robt Start Co. sale includes 7 of portion 135 opposite Redlynch Sith sugar cane and rare trees, land about 36 closings to Cairns.
Mareeba annual carhi races set to commence today through Friday with spectators urged to attend. Notable entries include passenger tat of the 76 seamal and the Resaale riders, while an experienced racing official staff at Mareeba Show promises a strong display. Train services from Witune Milan to Marecin will operate to accommodate attendees. Ongoing preparations and sugar cane exhibits align Mareeba with strong North Queensland show tradition as entries from Cairns and Port Berm race up for prize events.
In early May 1922 reports note visits by leaders of the Federal Labour and Federal Country parties to Queensland and Brisbane. The piece argues such meetings attract loyal partisans, risk alienating opponents, and reflect Labour’s strong organization but cautious reception. It mentions expectations of a federal election this year, potential June 28 date, and tensions over ministerial salaries and payroll reductions amid Hughes Government pressures.
Witnesses described the Cape inside the Spit weather scene and bearings as a ship officer testified. The officer noted a rocky ledge near Solitary and stated the vessel did not alter course despite sensing danger, citing published mariners notices and Captain Shaw.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Draper’s Farm and a bale described as lazy HG. Notes on dining by anci vise well Eaters and otherwise fine cot st sigh. Mentions Eastern interior and central areas with cooler temperatures. References light winds from the east and north.
Tonight the District Irish Association hosts a closed interview with Prime Minister W. M. Fitzgerald. Attendees include district chairmen and Cairns Centre Queensland Crantry Party representatives as the prime minister returns from rest.
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