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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 16, 1916
Page
2
An unclear OCR fragment appears to reference vessels, a pile, and a date or event but text is garbled. No coherent persons or organizations are discernible. unable to determine concrete entities or actions from the readable bits.
Tiyan Titov a vat te om and pi Rea.
Incomplete text from a historical page fragment Andrew Powell and others appear as names referenced in a public notice. The readable portion hints at a system or device installation with timing or cost details but specifics are unreadable.
A partial, garbled excerpt mentions Han Veer and Cedi Til with scattered phrases about a tape and a dated entry. The readable text is insufficient to identify a clear event, location, or outcome.
Fragmentary notice outlines a television segment about moon phases and tides. Mentions November timing and a program titled The Tides, with unclear host or channel details.
A fragmented draft from The Post discusses political figures, leaders, and public sentiment. It references Veut, MacDonald, and various officials, with notes on fault lines, party dynamics, and the overall climate. The piece hints at outcomes shaped by official actions and public response.
At noon west Saturday Messrs Robt Suart and Co will auction at Heireponia Abbott street a valuable freehold in the parish of Susith eld known as Druscell's selection fronting the Barren River.
New boot shop in Babinds Township announces inventory including children's boots and shoes with guaranteed fit and use. Cash terms. Also operates as agent for Queensland Insurance Company.
The Cairns Harbour Board faces revenue losses as a coal strike disrupts steamship service. Community relief efforts continue with Belgian aid campaigns organized by Mrs Fleury, not hindered by past whipping protests, as locals donate clothing and funds to alleviate urgent needs.
A fragmentary Cairns page reports births, business ads, auctions, and public notices. It notes a birth of twins, local shop openings, pharmacy stock updates, a Red Cross bazaar, and a Cairns Harbour Board meeting with financial decisions. Also covered are a court session with fines, a road incident note, and a transient list of community items.
Melbourne reports detail Mr Hughes forming a new ministry after party divisions. Key appointments include Bag as Prime Minister, Archibald as Postmaster, Spence as Vice President, and Laird and Pearce reshuffled to defense duties. Senate shifts and forthcoming cabinet policy outlines are noted as the party consolidates power.
Melbourne reports blacks on English Company lands near Neethera Territory murdered two Malays. The external affairs note forwarded. In Cairns, Gordanvale police court heard Martin Maneau and Serpe Kenny for disturbance in Mill Street. Judge Ferry presided. proceedings by arrest discussed. charges dismissed.
Melbourne reports a compulsory conference on the coal strike as authorities consider measures under the Coal Mines Act. Sydney notes parallel discussions to avert a national disaster, with officials debating emergency action and parliamentary responses. The parliament convened to address potential disruptions and maintain industry stability.
Brisbane reports ongoing efforts by government and industry representatives to address coal shortages and avert disruption. Details are unclear due to transcription errors, but officials indicate plans to maintain essential services while continuing talks and potential wage and labor concessions.
Mr Hughes presented at a Melbourne meeting amid the coal strike dispute. Idle action between employers and employees risks transport services, with the Wat Presubans powers expected to be reviewed. The meeting aimed to hasten a settlement through conference talks.
Nov 14 SVINEY reports on coal stock handling by the Naval Department. Executive members push for compulsory conference to address supply and price issues. High level talks reference Fraser and government action while outlining aims to secure coke and core coal for military and industrial use.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a tense caucus room scene with discussion of Mr Hughes, cabinet sessions, taxation and military policy. It references Australia, a government meeting, and mentions ministers, chairs, and seating arrangements amid a heated exchange.
An unclear report describes the Prime Minister's return to Brisbane from Sydney. It notes continued discussion of interim funds and financial matters. The piece mentions a committee and a boy state, with references to interview plans and new travel.
A garbled OCR excerpt mentions topics like law, territories, and a meeting. Names and places are unreadable, leaving an unclear political or legal context without concrete actions or outcomes.
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