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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 10, 1924
Page
4
A fragmented OCR snippet lists several names and firms including Lilley, Grobe andi SolicitiK, Atherton, Wynne, Esplanade, Cairns Pictures, Oxenham and Winkworth, Cairns Buildings, Roy McLoutier, and PInch with scattered titles such as solicitor and LDQ. The readable items imply a local notice of changes of address and associated legal notices.
A puzzling OCR fragment mentions an heir and wealth, a legal or court context, and several named figures such as Springer and Tyvinetond. It describes an office, a building, a dramatic departure, and references to papers identifying the heir and a guarded scene with officials and onlookers. The text is garbled but centers on inheritance and arrest or confinement.
A fragmented report describes a local Saturday night event with a cast of performers led by Hector 51. Attendees praised several acts, noting standout costumes and quirky makeup. The piece highlights the crowd reaction and mentions a few named participants, though details are garbled.
The passage describes a disrupted workforce spanning Belgian and Spanish nationals living in fear of official laws. It notes demand for unskilled and agricultural labor, mentions metallurgical and engineering works, glassmaking, and devastated areas. It hints at limited room due to wartime constraints and new engineering projects.
Thirty-second health alert notes warning signs of kidney trouble such as swelling fatigue and high blood pressure with guidance to seek medical evaluation. Emphasizes early detection and routine screening for adults, especially those with risk factors.
A discussion of pig breeding traces the Middle White origin from crossbreeding with Tamworth and Yorkshire stock. It notes efforts to unify desirable traits through crossing Large White and Small White varieties, improving size, temperament, and mothering ability while aiming for rapid fattening. The piece highlights the breed’s adaptation and argues the Middle White’s prominence in the country’s pig-raising history.
The document discusses proposed currency reforms amid imports and exchange flows. It notes Australia and London connections, ideas to reduce costs, and proposals for government and banks to adjust redemption and exchange rates amid rapid financial changes. The piece emphasizes the need to manage excessive imports and the role of central banks in stabilizing value.
A garbled OCR fragment lists trouser styles and prices including cotton tweed, denim, khaki, navy, and wool blends. It mentions cuffed trousers and hard wear and cheap sales terms with broken spellings, offering a snapshot of a likely catalog page.
Merchandise prices for mens shirts include Mercerined Tennis shirts with collar and pocket 11 to 3, plain grey Harvard working shirts 3/6 to 4/6, khaki two-pocket shirts 6/11 to 7/1, Galatea working shirts 6/9 to 5/9, white cotton sinatem half sleeves 2/11 and 2/8, plus assorted specials and bulk notes.
An old advertisement lists men’s undergarments and hosiery including half hose ribbed wear and Shetland items with prices from 2 shillings to 4 shillings. It also notes two piece wool and cotton bathing outfits and a navy one piece cotton bathing suit, with sale references and branch notes.
A fragmented advertisement lists Wenid ain Bow tie Boots and Star Special Men's Boots with sewn soles, medium toe, welted construction. Also mentions Kids Dalmore boots in medium toe, sewn screw details, and a reference to sizes or styles like Derby Boots and Patrols with unclear pricing or dates.
A vintage catalog entry describes various ladies shoes including patent Grecian Anne Strap, black suede flats, patent bar shoes with sports heel, black patent leather options, and styles like buckled bar, Cuban heel, and kid leather boots. Sizes range roughly from 4 to 6 with multiple price points noted such as 17/6, 23/6, and 14.
Readable fragments show a boys clothing sale with items described as khaki knickers and striped galatea fabrics. Partial dates 3/6 to 2/14 and 4/8 appear, with references to Knicker Khaki and Navy striped goods and assorted sack items. The text is fragmented and lacks complete details.
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