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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 06, 1931
Page
9
Astronomical notes outline a November 25 Moon phase at 5.9 p.m. with observable features such as the 458 rer and 618 pi references. Amateur observers are invited to note lunar illumination and surrounding star patterns.
Notes and News details numerous maritime schedules with vessels such as Orungal, Canberra, Montars, Macumba, Canonber, Aroona, and others. Destinations include Cairns, Brisbane, Sydney, Townsville, Port Moresby, and overseas ports. The report lists sailing dates in October and November, with arrivals and loadings for overseas service and various P and O Line steamers.
In Paris on November 4 the French Rugby Federation and the Amareve Rugby Union agreed to a reorganization plan. It includes strict amateur status verification, a regional championship proposal, and committees to administer rules and verify amateurs. They also confirm France Britain tests may resume this season.
A hot day tested a rifle range as several shooters reported rough scores and bursting points. Notable names include D McClarty, Andrews, and Lane with top marks by P Tourn and W Hlar. Competition details and final scores are partially legible with several entries and rounds listed.
Elective Acting Sergeant Talty testifies on October 17 at a rear Ladie Street location about a gambling room with a Fan Tan Troy setup. Police, led by Constable Wootton, arrest four men after a money box and notes are observed and a display table with an oilcloth is seized.
fragmentary notes from a 19th century inquiry hint at a pivotal clue in the Tully rifle case. investigators phrase a likely link to a key suspect and a scheduled meeting at a riverbank location. authorities caution the trail remains fragile and evolving.
At Brisbane on November 7, brisk trade covered most mines and goods. Demand remained strong for fine produce with prices for lucerne hay and wheaten hay steady to firm. maize sale notable at 2/11. quality wheat and barley values varied with steady to high figures for certain feedstuffs.
The report notes defense counsel Mr Barey appearing for the defendant in Lisman, seeking prejudice for a writ to delay, alleging police entry on Sachsatreet Cairns on October 17 1931 to seize gaming gear and claiming lack of authority and jurisdiction. The case proceeds with expected evidence.
Protest by Brita Mareshs manufacturers against Amrealieg Cable Gervica centers on disputed terms and pricing, drawing industry attention and potential supply tensions.
Incomplete OCR fragment mentions a Worander Ui 1596 event involving a mother father and sister, unclear context or dates. No clear names or places. no verifiable details for a full obituary.
A critique traces a global trend of demagogues falling as public opinion steadies. It cites Sir John Simon on democracy and notes Labor splits in Britain Australia Queensland and pressure from Wool and wool prices since 1929.
Fragmented lines reflect public sentiment on party loyalty versus national welfare. Critics accuse leaders of chasing party goals while taxpayers fund governance. The text contrasts parliamentary rhetoric with perceived duties to the state and people.
Our Tuskfall correspondent reports a mishap as infant Betty Mahoney fell from a chair and fractured her forearm at Monel yan. Ambulance attended, she was taken to a local doctor. officials from State Schools in Cairay arrived to review the incident.
The Cairns forecast notes maximum 85.3 degrees and minimum 70.0 with 3 p.m. dry bulb 18 degrees and wet bulb 7.0. Barograph readings reached 297.3 at 3 p.m. Rainfall total 0.05 inch by 9 a.m. Licensing Court grants include Royal Hotel license and duplicate licenses for the Central Hotel Gordburne. H O'Kel Licensing Magistrate handles the trade matters.
The forecast reports showers in the extreme south east with possible thunder and dust storms between the Gulf and far south west, otherwise fine with inland temperatures rising. In Cairns City Court Thomas Sassell faces charges of unlawful presence in a gambling house on October 17, with Morris Stuart remanded. police evidence cited. The Rotary Club meeting in Cairns drew good attendance and featured papers on commerce and early chemistry, tracing ideas back to 1680 with references to Boyle and Halley in a descriptive talk.
Weather reports show continued heavy rain over the Tully sugar district with daily totals and warnings extending beyond Cardwell. The downpour persists, with several points recorded across the 24 hour period, affecting local fields and drainage.
Innisfail on November 5 details surface about an electrical scheme led by J. Grier, former chief government elective foreign relations official, who traveled to Cairns and met with local council leaders to discuss the long running operation and its personnel over the past year.
Witnesses describe a mortgage dispute involving Manning Boden and Mrs Boden with transfer authority, cash sale negotiations, and demands for repayment. Key figures include James Borman Wilkie Cooreere Themse Lenno Horatia Nefma Witter and Edgar Boden as the defendant’s son, with assertions of authority and related letters and payments amid settlement talks. The case covers transfer validity, price differences, and a September 1940 cash sale.
The testimony covers delays in payments to Mrs. Boden until 1931 and disputes over authority to pay a minister. It notes a £3001 gap between purchase and sale prices, returns from insolvency, and Mrs. Boden accepting money or land under contested transfer. The witness recalls Boden's motive and Manning's later delirium tremens episode after the agreement.
Seymour Herbery Warner business manager says he was ready to advance money to pay Mrs. Boden but funds were held up awaiting securities and proper authority. Witness describes negotiations with MacDonnell and Manning and notes December cutoff for authorization.
The project aims to construct a 125 mile 200 lb copper telephone line from Cloncarry to Mt Isa costing £48,000 with £4,100 for labor and materials mostly bought in Queensland. It would connect Mt Isa to all Australia including London and replace corroded wires on Maryborough to Pia tba and Cooroy to Gympie lines at about £1,400 with £350 for labor.
The Cairne District outlines a total dismantling cost of about £1000 with £4300 cash expenditure and £2700 cash portion for new wiring. The work aims to improve services between centers. Deputy Director notes obligation to hire unemployed men. officials to supervise. Work expected to start on the Cloncurry line within two weeks and at other sites shortly after.
The Salvation Army stall sale opened with Mayor W A Collins in attendance. Ensign Collyer thanked attendees and Vic Mason urged support as the event aimed to help the Army adapt and grow its good works through fundraising stalls.
The stalholders who helped to make the function a success included Drapery stall Mra Hi Tawap ice cream and soft drinks Moses Bergman rat salad stall Minn J Tawse Sweets Sirs W Jones pot plant Mrs Thorn ey jumble stall Mrs Collyer vegetables Lieut Powter dips Misses R Thornley Le James and A James. An excellent musical programme was performed last night and will be repeated tonight.
Gordonvale announces selected members for the Draper Cup including Sues Stricklanih Anderson Howeskip Muller Shep jars Bianchi Kskew Townson Bryce Reed MV Tow een Social Verrenkamp McKee ran V Owens Griffin Harr Carpe Bills Smithsbing Marah Brown Luca W Thomassky Emergence B Reghenson Mickerman M Dootanskip. Players unavailable must notify the secretary or clerk promptly.
An unclear report describes a trial involving international figures and groups including the Young Communist section. The narrative mentions Canada and Australia with references to economic and imperial themes and a moving lineup of names and places amid an interrupted documentary context.
Obituary notes Major General Thorny Croft once led Spankep forces in the Boer War and later commanded Awire hat and New Zealanders in Western Traunvaak. Details on career and passing summarize a long military record.
Cairns and District Association lists Sunday fixtures and players including Ruth Calne and C Hall Flendersom with teams such as Palmer, W. Davis, A. Manger and Eagan. other clubs noted include Wright's Creek and Os.
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