Cairns Defeat Mackay In Three Test Matches
Cairns edges Mackay 22 point win to claim three test matches in a late evening rink event. Cairns players impressed with solid teamwork while Mackay fought hard but fell short in the series.
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 13, 1916
Page
4
Cairns edges Mackay 22 point win to claim three test matches in a late evening rink event. Cairns players impressed with solid teamwork while Mackay fought hard but fell short in the series.
The Townsville meatworks at Alligator Creek closed for the season after a dispute among engineers from rival unions led to work stoppage. The marine section referred the issue to its executive, orders to resume were issued, but the general employees sided with the dissenters causing a police call out. The management then closed the works and paid off all general hands.
London reports Lieut. Guido Rathch reached 7200 metres in Turin beating Hawkner's Brooklands record from April. The flight lasted about two hours and set a new mark in high altitude aviation.
Sydney reports the coal strike remains static as Minister Hoyle returns from Melbourne after talks with the Prime Minister and Navy Minister. Neither side will concede, mass miner meetings are planned, and a government takeover of mines looms as coal supplies grow tight.
Advices from Berlin note German disappointment at Wilson's victory while predicting mediation to fortify Americas moral standing. Republicans pursue court challenges but Hughes demands official counts. Reports claim millions wagered on the outcome as Wilson’s vote exceeds eight and a half million with a potential Republican edge in the House by a single vote.
Melbourne reports late returns on conscription voting. Yes and No tallies by state show a majority for No with under 50,000 votes left to count. Totals list several territories and regions, indicating ongoing counts across Australia.
Cairns audiences are urged to see a special Austral Theatre program featuring Helen Holmes in Wher Rogues Fall Qh, a notable adaptation, plus the next episode of The Broken Coin. Also showing are The Birth of a Man starring Henry B. Walthall and To穗 day’s Topical Budget highlights with Triangle acts, comedy, and a swimming gala. Seats at Whittick's.
Metro presents Emmy of Storks Nest starring Mary Miles Minter in five acts set in the Ozarks. The program includes the seventh episode of The Black Box with two reels of mystery thrills and a special Metro quality showcase.
The Dawn of a Tomorrow, Mary Pickford’s landmark film, plays at the Palace tomorrow night in a Famous Players release praised as a dramatic success. The article touts Pickford’s status and the production’s grand style, urging readers to attend.
A list of residents and visitors with multiple movements by the Wyandra train to Cairns Townsville and the south. Names include Mr J G Hoare Mr Firth Mrs H Kelly Mr J Shoone Miss Lowe and Mrs J Granet-Thowsom. People plan visits to Townsville Cairns Lake Eacham and Corinda with hotel stays noted.
An area of 162 851 acres across Crown land is opened for selection. The parcel includes 26 agricultural farm and pastoral lease portions, 13 grazing selections totaling 58 663 acres, and four selections comprising 40 acres for Bigre purposes.
Warns that diarrhea can come on suddenly and become dangerous before help arrives. Recommends keeping Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy at home for immediate use at first sign of looseness. Sold by chemists and stores.
Properties and cattle stations advertised across Kuranda Maree and Mackay regions include 420 acres near Kuranda with residence, sugar lands and dairy lands, plus allotments at Maree Cates Ketanda and Maree. Also offered are sewing machines, furniture, and bric a brac items with wide ranges and prices.
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