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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Nov 05, 1929

Page

2

Atherton travelers recall long journey from New South Wales

The article recounts a trip by Atherton residents who returned from New South Wales via Sydney Canberra and Brisbane. They visited many friends, endured a car accident near Aramac and a two day camp, and praised Atherton Kingaroy Tamworth though preferring Tableland. They left July 5 with daughter Alice and Les Plant family, returning by Western Australia and Blue Mountains.

Atherton Mif Ielie Ripper Barron Frott Fuverell New South Wales Ley Ather Tages Kingaroy Tamworth Alice Ith Way Emisha Les Plant Sydney Aramac Nebar Enekind Teatereld Canberra Seton Blue Mountains Fexas Yulara

Atherton Agricultural Society Holds Annual Meeting

The Atherton Agricultural Society held its annual meeting on Friday night with committee members elected including Town J. Salten Harvest Will L. Tardeqt E Hin A Sartees W Hastie D McGeehin Geoier R Baraar Sis V Baking Gooch J S Brun. President praised local support and thanked Tinarad Shire Council Mason and staff for help and water for shows. The balance sheet and grounds discussed and shelter provision noted.

I Funny Anaitaraf’ Society J. Salten J. Harvest Will. L. Tardeqt E. Hin Sartees W. Hastie D. McGeehin G Eoier fiat _ R Forrest Cloutier Tinarad Mason Uanner's McGeehan A. G. Whiting Se E Latey al A Hows Attecs

Photographer Robert Walsh Arrested at Sea Linked to Convictions

London reports photographer Robert Walsh detained as a suspected person aboard the Narkunda from Australia. He refused to answer police questions and fingerprints matched a man convicted in 1922 and at Christchurch in 1924. The convict received a two month sentence.

London Robert Walsh Australia Sydney Christchurch

British Royal Army Service Corps Driver Case

A Royal Army Service Corps driver faced charges in a magistrate court. The defendant pleaded poverty and requested time to pay a specified sum, with the magistrate granting government time to settle the amount.

Lin Royal Aray Ay Sevice Corps Gran

Catholic School Subsidy Backing Moore Government Support

A reader letter urges support for Premier Moore and the Nationalist policy to subsidise denominational schools. The author cites Archbishop’s public support and references Cairns Post remarks as evidence of broad backing and a long tenure for Moore's government. The tone appeals for rallying to fair play and strong political backing in Brisbane.

Willlo Cairns Pot - Sif Moore Cairns Post Constitutional Club Bribane

Berthing Dangers at Principal Wharf Prompt Shore Warning

A letter to the editor warns of risks from ships docking at the principal wharf. It urges mandatory data on freight handling and dock safety to prevent a collision or explosion. The writer stresses proper equipment and orderly berthing to protect lives and prevent disaster.

Cairns Brett Astrans

Mareeba Chamber Discusses Markets and Local Projects

The Mareeba Chamber of Commerce meeting considered establishing a Cairns farmers market and noted benefits of the scheme. A letter from Brisbane Federation urged action on unemployment solutions. the chamber pledged to reply, highlighting Mareeba’s potential in bacon, tobacco, bread, millet, and potatoes. Assistant resignations were handled and W Chapman named to fill the treasurer post. attention returned to cattle yards, Barron River bridge, and roaste sheep. Stray stock enforcement and post office tender issues were discussed with plans to approach Federal MP D Browden for broader support.

Asdal Nobilhty Chamber of Commerce Exchange Hotel Cairns-Tablelandity Associa Cairns Federation of Chambers ‘of Commerce Brisbane Hy Sizer Queensland Chamber Pera Aauras Mareeba Mareeba Swimming Club Simpson W. Chapman le Smith Waothakats Barron River Cordingly Fost D. Browden Kennedy Jim Woothakata

Church Bazaar Boosts Parish Funds at School of Arts

The Church of England Bazaar at the School of Arts on Saturday raised funds for the Anglican Church School League. John Ledlie opened the event, with Mrs. Starr and helpers managing refreshment stalls while needlework, jumble sale, sweets, and ice cream drew busy crowds. A cheerful crowd enjoyed hoopla and Aunt Sally, and organizers were gratified by the substantial takings.

Church’ of England School of Arts Anglican Church School John Ledlie Itam Starr Mason, Singleton Keel+ine

Mareeba hosts aviator flights amid stone cleared ground

Aviator Butler entertained about 30 passengers in Mareeba on Saturday with taxi flights over the town. Elderly couple Mr and Mrs Gardener first-timers described the experience, while ground work by Hampe Weatherburn and others cleared stones for a potential premier landing ground. Butler praised Mareeba scenery and suggested Council spend on ground improvements to attract tourism, planning a return visit.

Mareeba Butler R. ‘Hampe The Turk Club Ardene Pat Partschurch G. E.o'neill Me. Daugaard W. G. Newell Gardener Mr. Butler Barron Cairns Mossman Port Douglas Queensland Zutlee Smith Messrs Hampe Weatherburn Furt Club Adzes Hovs J. Butler Mrs. Smith Atherton Shire Australia

Atherton Faces Water Shortage And Hose By-Law Crackdown

Inspector Salter reports a serious water shortage with very low reservoir levels in Atherton. Council chairman J F Currie surveys the pipeline, issues a press notice on water by laws, and orders prosecutions for hose use violations. Authorities compare local use to international norms and condemn wasteful daily consumption of 200 000 gallons.

Atherton Salter Pretul Wateh J. F.‘Currie London Glasgow United States England America

Opposition censure on Russian relations debate

For Tuesday's debate, Baldwin and Chamberlain will move an amendment deploring the government's failure to maintain preliminary conditions set by Rae Donald and Henderson regarding renewal of relations. A former official of Mooring is noted.

London Mr. Baldwin Austen Chamberlain Messrs Rae Donald Henderson

Boland’s Home Window Accessories AuctionPrices

4 inch bordered casement clothing cream grounds Boland’s price 1/1t and 2/3 ya Shadowette Pleasing colours and designs 48 inches Boland’s prices 6 1/9 Pais and 2/6 yard Kirsch extension rods extending from 36 to .63 inches will not sag or tarnish Boland’s price 2/11 each Nudrape curtain nets plain Greanyy assorted designs 45 inches wides 1-4

Boland

Boland Hat Styles Displayed With Brim Variations

The ad lists Boland hats in multiple styles and colors including champagne beige rose and black. Hats feature slim or wide brims with trimmed edges and decorative ribbons or velvet flowers. Prices range from 19/6 to 37/6 with various sizes and finishes described.

Boland

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