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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 14, 1929
Page
7
Tide readings list for November with values 7.21 at 7.27 pan and 7.54 at 11:15, plus 8.4 at path. The entry notes subsequent figures for Nov 18 with minus 100 in pry and WR yen.
The report lists the moon phase on November 17 at 1.142 am full moon and November 24 last quarter at 3 am. It notes arrivals yesterday Morinda from Papuan ports and Gampaber from the south, with departures yesterday Morinda for the south and Canonbarier Cooktown.
The Ormiston and other steamers reach Cairns in the early hours and depart for southern ports or return from the East. Vessels including the Canberra, Mateter, Mt Albans, Tanda, Morinda, and Meliore are noted with arrivals, departures, and upcoming calls. Passenger accommodations offered aboard first to third class.
Fire at Babinda destroys a large boarding house owned by Mrs. Kirke and occupied by a Greek resident. At 2.30 am on November 14 the structure was rapidly burning with little hope of saving the building.
Capetown November 11 representatives of the Imperial Airways and the British Air Ministry arranged final details for a weekly London to Capetown air service. The first leg to Keays opens in September, then Capetown six months later. Three engined planes will carry 10 passengers and 1000 pounds of mails and baggage.
At the Supreme Court in Townsville on November 13 a deed of arrangement was heard before Registrar in Bankruptcy James Comerford. Albert George Lisha as executor and trustee of the estate of George Lisha deceased assigned the estate to Albert Lewis Nevitt for the creditors. Creditors claims total 12 pounds 12 shillings 2 pence.
November 12 report from Innisfail recounts incidents where two youths, Walker aged 11 and Darel White aged 10, were thrown from horses. Walker sustained facial abrasions head injuries and shock. both boys received ambulance care and were admitted to hospital.
Police continue a thorough search for Besamont who vanished near Forsayth several weeks ago. Recent storms have erased tracks hindering the investigation and frustrate rescue efforts.
The piece defends the Cairns City Council for preserving water as vital, condemning wasteful use and urging prudent timing for reticulation. It argues water quality sustains life and warns against diverting resources or raising rates.
The Brisbane market reports mixed sales with New South Wales and England goods noted. Wheat, oats, and barley saw low to mid prices while potatoes and onions showed variable demand and limited offerings. pumpkins scarce and maize demand weak with several lots unsold.
Mining metal market updates from Sydney dated November 13 show sea and three month copper prices around £67 for various contracts, bars at £83/10, with best at £74/2/6, Spelter and Tim figures listed, and silver quoted near 1/10 per unit. American electrolytic at 18 cents.
The Mine Manager reports from Herberton dated 2 November detailing two weeks of operations at the Great Northern Freehold Tin Co. The North Drive at 50 feet has extended 5 feet and the rise 5 feet with the floor now 20 feet upward. A new intrusive vein on the rise shows 12 per cent tin, opened to 12 by 7 feet, with good roof and east side prospects. Development aims to locate the upper portion of the ore body on the north side of the porphyry. A New Porphyry project is progressing with a sketch plan, brickwork started, finish expected in 8 or 10 days while the mill continues crushing mine stone.
The Mulgrave Central Mill Co Ltd crushed 8724 tons of cane for the week ending November 9 with an average price of 15.5 pence per cwt. In Cairns Licensing Court Mr A H O Kelly heard two hotel license conviction matters. The owners of the Hotel Pacific and the Palace Hotel were notified to show cause but convictions were not recorded against the premises.
In Cairns Magistrate Court, Judge A H O Kelly ruled for plaintiffs in multiple cases including Tony Sing & Co v John Dodis and Vacuum Oil Co v A Nichols. Other matters included Browne Bros v P Eddington and Cairns Shire Council v H J Thielman. At Harbour Board, E J Lyon resigned from committees citing inefficiencies and minutes disputes.
A terse note hints at a meeting at the Blue Bind Cafe in Cairns where a person may learn of a potential advantage. The fragment suggests a cryptic call to join or connect with a group linked to temple content.
In loving memory of Sydney Sheppard who died in November 1928, with family notices from Fane A. Gane, Irene Sheppard, Irvine and Will, M. and W. Gane, and others. Multiple messages recall sorrow, bedside vigil, and prayers. Verbal tributes from sons, daughters, and grandchildren express enduring affection.
The piece quotes President Hoover urging restraint while warning that a balanced world opinion is failing to curb aggression. It questions Australia and Mr Scullin's influence on vital defense matters amid ongoing unease about preparedness and peace.
The article notes heavy protest in northern districts over railway workshop recommendations. The Premier dismisses the opposition as moonshine while the public argues experts report not yet Cabinet-approved. Citizens insist they must express views now, aiming to influence railway policy.
The piece questions a government push to end certain schemes to balance finances. It argues suspending compulsory training may save 180000 pounds but would waste stored equipment and harm youth development, discipline, and national duty. It warns against half hearted policy and cites global peace dynamics and President Hoover's Armistice Day remarks.
Telegram from Deputy Director of Navigation announces the lightship Carpentaria adrift with restoration date uncertain. Mart Mall Warnshippin reports potential damage. The Bal Maint notes weekly cane crushing results for the week ending 9 November 1929: 8.39 tons crushed, 16.18 CCS, total to date 17 744 tons.
Report notes an error on a motion by Ald Hoare: It should read not carried. Sprinkler hours remain six to nine am and four pm to ten pm. Weather outlook mentions thunderstorms in the southeast and Bar North-west, cooler conditions spreading, with varying winds across regions.
The Cairns Gymnastic Club reprimands the junior class for neglecting club property especially costly boxing gloves left scattered around. The instructor notes several sets were on the floor and urges proper return to the press and cupboard for future safety.
In Cairns Magistrate Court Mrs. A. France claimed £35 from J. Lang for a contract dated August 1 1929. After dispute the defendant agreed to pay by 2:30 but did not appear when court reconvened. Judgment for £29 8s 6d plus £1 18s 3d expenses fees and costs.
Captain Henry C. Curms, Commissioner for Malta in Australia, stopped in Cairns after leaving Innisfail. He plans two days on the Tableland before heading to Babinda, touring Australia to study Commonwealth issues and the British connection. He praised Australia’s vast resources and opportunity, saying the district’s potential impressed him.
The Maltese government’s official representative in Australia spoke at a Grand Central Hotel dinner in Innisfail, noting that locals had been misled on an important community issue. He said he would repeat the statement in Cairns to broaden readers’ access to accurate information and help inquirers seeking clarity.
A public statement in Innisfail recalls Maltese loyalty to Britain from 1530 to 1789 under the Knights of St. John to Malta’s 1798 siege by Napoleon. The speaker notes Maltese volunteers in the Great War, a 25 000 strong effort from a 220 000 population, and Malta as a wartime base with 1600 beds for wounded and sick.
The Morinda expedition near the Capuri River Tapas finished drilling with five bores yielding negative oil results. A. Malar of the company said work paused as government grants were not paid. eleven members (including English, Polish, Czech and German experts) are back at Port Moresby with three remaining.
The Morinda, on its Cairns call from Papua, has opened the harbour after prior closure for reef danger. A Naval Survey Party under Commander Conder charted a new route to the anchorage and uncovered many reefs and rocks previously unknown.
A charted rock ten yards wide, sometimes submerged by two feet, lay in the Morinda’s regular passage. Navigators had passed it eleven times in both directions without noticing. The danger was by luck not sinking the steamer. The survey party will stay at Dedele for about a month longer.
Alfred Harrison aged 27 was committed for trial for the murder of his father Charles Harrison at Alphington on October 21. He and his family described a drunken confrontation ending with a shotgun blast. Ivy Harrison testified her father knocked her down and a shot was heard with Alfred over the body. Police said Harrison claimed his father threatened to kill them all and he ensured his mother’s safety during a struggle.
Captain Curmi spoke of Maltese openness to foreigners and friendship with Britain amid wartime. He highlighted Malta as a key Australian trade partner, noting Maltese purchases of Australian wheat flour and butter and plans for increased imports as trade links expand via new shipping arrangements. He expressed optimism for closer Malta Australia relations and regular sea routes.
Bernice Montgomery a 14 year old pupil at All Hallows' Convent Atherton earns first places in multiple Trinity College and Queensland examinations. Her achievements include honours and college medals at Lonston College Queensland and Trinity honours and college prizes, marking a notable early record.
In a case before PM A H O Kelly the defendant owed Browne Bros £4 17s 8d for bread supplied from January to September. Evidence showed cash credits and ledger discrepancies. Defendant, with a large family, was ordered to pay £1 on a Saturday and 7s 6d weekly thereafter plus costs.
The Soviet Union announced grain reserves totaling 1,500,000 tons in Moscow, highlighting national grain stock levels and planning for future supply stability. The statement referenced Wovembag Al as part of the cited data.
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