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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 07, 1914
Page
2
Local authorities pursue action against a described cartel operation as officials review alleged price manipulation and shopping practices. Court documents reference unnamed participants and emphasize regulatory scrutiny.
Fragmented OCR text lists ladies and children wear items with embroidery terms and yardages. Mentions cami sole embroidery and various fabric widths and finishing notes. No clear date or location.
The text advertises a skin cream praised as soothing non-irritating and quickly absorbed leaving skin soft and velvety. It also notes a job opening for Shire Clerk to Hougias Shire Council with tramways capital, offering £258 per year, asking applicants to state age and qualifications and to submit to the Chairman by the 19th.
A partial OCR note references K. J. Lyon at a branch with Pil Moon and an estimated quarter in November. It mentions dates around November 3 and November 1 but lacks full context for a complete event description.
The article argues that public sentiment favors patience as the war drags on, noting disastrous quick victories were unrealistic. It recalls Wellington’s Torres Vedras retreat as justification for endurance, and stresses continued resolve, homefront support, and prudence over reckless gains.
A Chinamas Ah Sowwan fined 6 and 3 6 costs in Cairne Siamens court for breach of the Traffic Act. At noon today a sale will include two cottage residences in Ab bott atrest near Dr. Kerwin and several civilian allotments in Sheridan street. A. J. Draper Ltd will conduct the sale at their Newmarket caleyards with buyers offered tea colts at Memrs. afternoon.
The advertisement asserts strong demand for Kidney Cord Tablets. It claims broad approval as a beneficial remedy and directs readers to obtain them from Hi. Craig, Pure Drug Chemist in Cairns.
Fragmentary note states that mail correspondence from the coast of Queensland faced delays or routing issues. References advice from the Postal Department relayed via Senator Givens about mail shipments heading northward along the coast and a townsville mention.
Moonlight auction notices advertise valuable suburban allotments by J. O. Ponre via Mrs Pearce, amid news that Samed Hides was accidentally killed while working on the John One River yesterday.
Burns, Philp and Co announce the steamer Wyrandra will depart for southern ports at 7 pm this evening, one hour earlier than usual. A Cairns Shire Council monthly meeting ran long and the report is deferred to a later site.
At Cairns Summons Court on Friday Ah Lio Pladed a Chinaman pleaded guilty to supplying morphia to an Aboriginal worker. Senior-Sergeant Tawhes noted eccentric conduct. The dealer lived near Nellenden Ker and supplied morphia that left workers drowsy, harming recruitment. A confiscation order was issued and opium seized.
A community event at Abbott and Spence streets raises funds for Hospital. A large sale offers many items and artwork, with proceeds to benefit workers and facility upkeep. Fire parade in main street draws attention and promises rides for attendees.
Choppy lines report a fire brigade event with tables overturned and a push to make Hospital Saturday a success. The fragmented text references wholesome effort and ongoing help from community volunteers.
Those seeking a major eight’s entertainment are advised the Palace Theatre promises a substantial program. The notice highlights variety acts and attraction aimed at drawing large crowds to local performances.
London in wartime shows surface signs of upheaval with recruiting at corners and crowds in khaki while factories, shops, and entertainment continue. Reports note a Zeppelin threat easing as weather shifts, air defenses in place, and Australians praised for their Pacific and home front contributions.
Chief Inspector Jgckeon and Mines Inspector Horsley visited Geld and inspected three weir sites on the Cayferfield River. Surveying and measurements proceed, with aim to prevent further water shortages as batteries report diminishing water flow. Local parties tied to Oaks Company leases show activity, while a fatal accident near Normanton is noted among ongoing operations.
The Mining Standard reports concern over German influence in Australia’s commerce. German agents and servants allegedly aided by firms are questioned as possible sources for arming and sinking allied ships. Calls grow for a moral and policy stand against dealing with treacherous German interests.
A front dispatch praises the London Scottish First Regiment of the British Territorial Force for its rapid advance and mark of progress in the conflict. The report notes their speed and readiness as a positive omen amid the bloodshed and wider battle context.
A terse note mentions Bigeewiors who hate never tried a junket with stewed fruits, suggesting a curious or humorous contrast in a brief column entry.
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