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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 01, 1915
Page
2
On October 39 1915 at their residence Lakesi Cairns to Mr and Mrs Abi Murray a daughter was born. The note praises initiative personality experience and tenacity as essential to protect farmers interests against millers on the Board and urges farmers to recognize these points.
The Empire steamer is due Tuesday afternoon from Hastings. A tonic named Nyala Beef and Iron Wine is advertised as nourishing and strengthening for convalescents, claimed to improve digestion appetite and blood. Reports note many alligators near Chillagoe wharf as fishermen fish nearby. A social event at residency Berlande celebrates Mua Bowens forthcoming marriage with music and displays of handiwork.
Copper at 77 pounds 15 shillings to 98 pounds 5 shillings, forward prices up to 8 pounds 38 shillings. Electrolytic tin and lamp alloys quoted at 189 pounds 15 shillings to 168 pounds 5 shillings. Lead ranges from 15 to 22 pounds 15 shillings, spelter from 7 to 67 shillings, silver not stated.
The article urges farmers to back a central cane price regulating board in Brisbane. It notes Mr. C. H. O'Brien and Mr. Robertson as likely members and hints at a judge chair, while weighing farmer representation and the roles of millers and money in the board's future.
A fragment mentions sending photos from the front and a letter from home with a beloved photo. It notes the need to deliver these photos to brave souls at the front and thanks supporters. It also asks for old kid gloves to be donated to Mrs. Gelling on Sacha Street for trench comfort, inviting any that can be spared.
A memorial service was held at the Palace Thegtrs on Sunday under the guidance of the Mathadiat Synod to honor soldiers who fell in the war. Speakers included Revs. B. Preder ik, 8, Lorkim and A. G. Gemith, with a sermon by Hey. B. Frederic concluding that a Crown of Light awaits. An extended report will appear in the issue.
An advertisement touts Thorn Hair Tonic as a remedy for hair loss caused by dandruff oiliness and scalp problems. It claims the tonic helps regardless of condition or prior remedies tried, urging readers to try the product.
The readable text shows a wartime misquote about Belgians and Belorusians with references to leaving devastated land and themes of freedom. It suggests a refugee or exile sentiment and a disputed welcome to Ceroughes.
A column promotes Dr Sheldon's Digestive Tablets as a health aid claiming to boost vigor and ambition. It advertises the tablets as a universal remedy available at chemists and druggists, promising noticeable effects with ongoing use.
Northern flora inquiry notes whether Cairne district can indicate where eucalyptus species grow including Eucalyptus Stai eerians and Eucalyptus Redhouning Citriodora. It seeks samples of tim ed beans and, if possible, distillation oil. Mentions Heckthousia and Johnstane River Hardwood with Palmer River reference. Contacts invited to respond.
Incomplete parcels for soldiers require a packet of Territorial Stand-Easy Silk. The ad touts painless removal of fat corns using a plaster form that is light and spill free. Available at Craig's Band Pharmacy on Albott Street.
Austral Pictures presents a high class program at the Austral Theatre headed by a Nordish star in "Thou Shalt Not." Nine features with fine Megiteids and good accompaniment promise a season of top entertainment. Booking available with no extra charge beyond popular prices.
In a tense council meeting, unclear procedures were resolved as members addressed public procedural lapses. The discussion focused on correct sequence of motions and timely public notices to ensure lawful actions.
Next Friday from 2 to 4 pm Mr J G Hoare will auction the furniture of Mr W J McKarral Bundabiet Terms cash and aged goods for Royal Insurance an open stock of grocers boots and shoes.
Donation of Christmas Cheer, not money, for Qui Boys at the front accepted at Naval Office Lakestreet Cairns between 8 am and 4 pm Sundays excluded. Donors invited to hand in by the tenth to enable forwarding on the twentieth of the month.
A fragment from a battlefield photograph shows a young woman among dead soldiers in trenches. The note requests publication to honor the unknown casualties and recalls the Australian and Turkish front lines with a plea for publishing the image.
A fragmented ad extols a tooth powder named Perficc tion for cleansing the mouth and purifying breath. It claims rapid polishing of teeth and a pleasant savor, offered in patent-canped pots by R Craig, chemist.
A subscriber letter from Resident urges the Cairns School of Arts to grant the place’s privileges to returned wounded soldiers. The writer praises the act as graceful and essential after veterans served abroad, noting the school exists thanks to volunteers and urging committee members to favor subscribers.
Cairns Aquatic Club prepared a large hamper of Christmas delicacies valued around £25 for its active members serving Epore. Members worked in the big sample room of Robert Sturt and Co and the hamper will be despatched to Corporal "oc Marth. Friends may send gifts to be included in the hamper through Mr. Geatree Mood at Robert Sturt and Co.
A fragmentary report describes a presentation to officers and members of Gregory Lodge 1103 BC. Worshipful Master Woodward presided, lamenting the loss of a devoted Mason and sending best wishes for a prosperous future to the brethren, including Wor. Bro. Gaffiths and others.
Fragmentary note describes a theatre event with a troupe performing couplets and unspecified action. It mentions a venue and audience encounter but lacks full details on date or participants.
In a Maryborough court proceeding a German doctor Frederick Wilhelm Mas Lohde faced charges from his wife Fete Zilliers Lohde for deserting wife and child. The testimony described Lohde’s German origins, wartime attitudes, plans to send money to Germany, and alleged view of Australians and Americans, with claims of hiding assets and intentions to return to Germany after the war.
The Synod resolved to promote Sabbath observance and church led moral measures, pledging to support war efforts and the throne. It urged public morals actions to curb vice among youth and discussed compulsory military training and anti vice lecturing. The gathering concluded with a benediction at 1.9 pm.
A brief betting note notes Meliourms Cu carries 7.6 weight and holds a 1 percent edge over the handicapper. The line suggests a small advantage for the horse in upcoming race.
Fragmentary OCR text notes an October handicap event in Lospos with mentions of Newmgrtet and Fras Mase linked to the Ring's nara. Entities are unclear due to garbled wording. no distinct actions or outcomes can be confirmed.
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