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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 13, 1912
Page
2
A note with the title Under Secretary and Government Architect mentions BF Brany in a formal capacity. The document implies a high level appointment or role within the government structure. No further context or dates are provided.
The proposed Mt Mulligan branch line would follow terms similar to the Chillagoe Company Etheridge railway arrangement. The Premier has ruled out a Government line, drawing mixed reactions from Labor and Opposition. Supporters cite public benefit, while critics fear political misuse and regional disadvantage.
A telegram from Monday’s Post reports NSW Lands Minister Beeby arguing for free discussion on Federal Referendum questions and condemning government attempts to muzzle the press. He attacks the caucus dominated Labor government, predicts its fall, and calls for renewed debate and stronger press freedoms.
Notices call for bids to refurbish front and vacancies at Abbott Street shops formerly occupied by Biewens and Co. Proposals due by Saturday, with Mr. Harvey G. Draper handling closing arrangements.
Friday at 2.20 p.m. on Sheridan Street top end reserve, sale of all Mr J Butler’s furniture and effects including chairs, bed, cedar duchess, tables, dressers, linoleum, crockery, kitchen utensils, tubas etc. Tender calls for various supplies and works appear, with council and railway project notes, and Cairns police court reports on abduction case and train incident.
Mr Hallett reports Allan and Stark's representative in Cairns with a full range of Mabon's goods including ladies and gents wear boots and dress material. A Brisbane shipment brings Indies' costumes blouses skirts and children's frocks. Clients to visit sample rooms Imperial Hotel Thursday.
A fragment praises Kellys footwear for women highlighting up to date styles and economical values. It touts reliability and variety while noting the appeal of reasonable prices amid a promised concert at the Little Theatre drawing public interest.
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