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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 15, 1917
Page
2
Fragmented notice outlines an auction sale with catalogued stock and prices. Mentions salesmen Bris bane and Dave the Mth, hides and mare top prices, calf skins and yearlings, small lots and full wool bevers, with the sale advertised for Thursday November 15 and other dates referenced in a dated station.
Fragmentary text notes the Board of Trade lacking full influence over overseas commerce and the success of trade services, mentioning the empire and honorary status. it hints at the board’s limited consulation power abroad.
The Department of Trade outlines its push to connect buyers and suppliers, with the Benice te Industries Fair highlighted as a monument to its work. A touring exhibition of British goods will visit key Dominion markets, complemented by a Seaton collection of German and Austrian catalogues from large stores. A British manufacturers card index is also being developed to aid inquiries.
MacTaggart Bros report from Brisbane notes 2200 sheep penned with a small advance, cattle yarded around 450 with prices opening near 55s per head and easing to close near the previous week. Bullocks sold for about £15 1s average, with consignments from Northern agents and prices varying by era and quality.
Fenwick mentions 2100 sheep with an open market then closing at a brisk pace. Cattle market closed firmer with light beef sold around 46 to 47 shillings and heavy cattle about 43. Calves and other sales noted, with 23 head sold.
Mr A H Clarke, Cairns based sharebroker, reports a list of shares and bonds with quoted prices. Items include Cathbers, St Andrew, Vulcan, Gilmore, Thompson's Oaks, and other coal. reserves席 and bonds priced, with figures around 6 to 17/6.
A clipped OCR fragment describes various race results and odds with references to Clarke, Ess Mexicin, Malte Unted, New Briliant Prechold, St Andrew, Mongo, and Bowen Coal. Some entries include fractional bets like 8 1/3 and 7/6 with unspecified outcomes and places. The text is incomplete and muttered in a period racing shorthand.
A garbled market brief lists assorted metals including lead and tin with unclear quotations. It mentions ounces pricing and months with several unreadable terms, offering little coherent data beyond standard metal units and general market reference.
The article argues that Chillagoe railway and mines produce no profits for investors while public benefits are minimal. It criticizes Government plans to nationalize lines, noting higher fares and reduced service. It questions the rationale for government ownership when private lines already incur losses and offers little public advantage.
Mr J Dan relocates to Babinda with a fine mercery stock including ladies clothing shoes and summer fabrics. Cairns shop to be run by an expert cutter during his absence to serve local customers. Farming sale at noon next Saturday on the tableland invites buyers amid uncertain weather. Umbrellas and men s wear offered with prices across ranges from 3 to 16 shillings. location at 4 Bott Street.
The article notes a reverse in Russia exposing flaws in military duties administration while contrasting with Skeen's suits. It reports Mrs. Golder of Cairns receiving word from son Leonard in France stating he is well and “going Strong” amid the big push. Also listed are Wondsi District Council officers of the Queensland Farmers' Union with Chairman T. C. Hancock reelected, vice-chairmen C. Keys and Edwards, and delegates Hancock and Keys.
In Chillagoe district the ownership of Wrotham Park Station passes to James Wright who bought out Clark's interest. Mer. Zillman will manage the station for Mr Wright while Burns and Co. in Cairns note the transfer. Also advertised are Salmatic Powder for digestion and Special Heana Shampoo Powders offered by local chemists in Cairns.
A Starr Bowkett Society meeting was held last Saturday night with M Droper presiding. The Cucintan was to ballot No. 58 for a £200 repayable loan free of interest. Mesdames id and Thomas were deputed calumet, and Mrs Harris to draw the marble bearing the number in the name of Mrs C Taylor.
A town clerk urged the police inspector to curb glare from car headlights to protect pedestrians and oncoming traffic. The response indicated the issue was referred to higher authorities for action and was part of a broader discussion on road safety and vehicle lighting.
The long sought Q N Bank sugar estate is placed on the market and to be sold by public auction at Babinda on December 1. Mesars A J Draper td advertises favorable terms including a deposit of £0 per acre, nothing further for two years, and the balance spread over eight years at 5 percent interest.
In Cairns Small Debts Court on Wednesday verdicts were given for plaintiffs in cases including Cairns Fost versus James Clancy for subscription due and geadds said and delivered. Costs 7. Cairns Post against Cockburn for subscription due and costs of Wallace and Wallace versus C Foley for goods sold and delivered costs 66. Whereat v eum for goods sold and delivered costs ite.
The Cairns Town Council placed rubbish baskets to curb street dumping and asked the Inspector of Police for support. Inspector Quinn replied approving the request and said on duty officers have been instructed to enforce the bus laws against littering.
Finney Isles and Co announce an upcoming Cairns visit by Miss Coln of the Brisbane staff. She will bring a special range of fashions plus samples from every department and a well-assorted stock for immediate delivery. Cliettis urged to call early. fall details to follow. Mr C H Evans to supply information at Shields Street sample rooms near Hides Hotel.
Moon Tai, a Chinaman, convicted for selling liquor to a police agent at Fishery Creek. Fined £50 and 3s 6d costs with three months imprisonment if unpaid. Wong Ci liquor found forfeited except seven bottles. costs include analyst, interpreter, and court fees. two weeks allowed for payment.
Deputy Mayor Alderman Atkinson reports Cairns Theatre chief and Palace management clashed over Sunday entertainments. They argue Palace events violated by by laws but raised funds for a motor ambulance. Aldermen discuss enforcement, with hints of possible future action avoided. The meeting ends without a vote amid calls to respect by-laws.
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