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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 13, 1928
Page
12
November 7 notes two recent thunderstorms lifting pasture growth in the Malansa district. Rainfalls recorded 68 points on Monday and 36 on Thursday with heavier showers away from town. Dairymen shift to ba...
Mr Francis of the Nationalist party spoke in Malanda on Wednesday outlining key issues. He contrasted Labour policies on defence and nationalisation with a White Australia stance and praised HMAS Australia as a modern battle ship. He criticized Labour over the Commonwealth Line and arbitration and expressed belief in a solid local vote for Francis.
The Malanda swimming club plans a Sunday carnival at the Malanda Fairs pool with member competitions and trophies for top performers. The event seeks to maintain fitness, improve style, and foster club spirit amid ongoing contests throughout the season.
Coastal rain began early this morning and persisted for hours, bringing fresh grass growth and easing dust. Farmers with silos report corn planted and expect an early crop. Tolga and Kairi silos opened to receive grain, while road and water scheme debates stir local interest amid ongoing rainfall benefits.
The report notes tractor adoption by Mr. Schnesercuk and praise for mechanised farming. It mentions the Farmall’s successful demonstration on Eastman’s farm and ongoing road trade routes from the railway crossing to Maslin Creek and beyond. Water shortage hinders cattle transport from Cairns to the Tableland, with losses expected.
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