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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1925
Page
7
Fragmentary OCR mentions Flembais Private Hos aires with a date Tuesday 17th and names 49 Mir and Mrs W F Cramb of Wockdasnngem aan, implying a social or local notice without clear context.
The Cairns Post recalls the 1922 Herbert poll amid public apathy and rising interest. It notes unprecedented voter engagement across Queensland as results near final counts show progressive candidate Neat gaining ground and late-day indications suggest a historically high turnout.
Advertises colored linen frocks for girls and maids with new sale prices. Ladies frocks reduced from 11 shillings 6 pence to 9 shillings 6 pence. Girls and maids frocks reduced from 10 shillings 9 pence to 7 shillings 3 pence. Limited range and assorted stripes.
Arrivals list includes Captain Mekay from southern ports Passer ere Mendamer 8 H. Lawigg TB aronan and several children Cartwuight L. Mthy Howes infant Hig ty Strasae Mesore I Brown and others.
The clipping shows metal market figures with prices for silver and related commodities. It lists specific cents per unit, dates in March, and references to electrolytic processes and related terms. The text is fragmentary but indicates market values for metals at given dates.
The mine manager dated 7 November reports ore values steady and ore body east and west with 50 feet stope distance. For the fortnight 4 ft gains with good ore ends and strong footing in east end. Thirty tons sent to mill since starting crushing. Expect finish by mid next week making up to 380 tons. Timbering planned to resume breaking ore after four to five days. Mill operated 16 hours daily with 60 tons crushed to date and four tons on hand.
Readable fragments report the Bombala interstate passenger steamer arrival in Cairns and upcoming departure, a Cairns Licensing Court breach case with fines, and local figures facing inquiries. Mentions of a shire council chairman action, a wedding, and a state award for workers at the Cairns Labour Agent, with dates and places tied to Cairns and the Queensland region.
Brisbane markets at Roma Street show butter sold from 5 shillings to 4 shillings per pound. Kingston Butter Factory records indicate prices and a noted increase since the previous month. The document compares month to month figures, reflecting market activity and butter price movements.
Merlin Now Mu A reports a nationalist conference with about 2,000 representatives from across the country. Delegates resolved to push a ruthless policy against Locarno, while a communication records the Rhineland region. The Council of Ambassadors hopes Cologne evacuation finishes by January or the West, with withdrawal of the Interallied Central Committee from Berlin.
Fragmentary text shows discussions in the Assembly this morning. Mentions Bayi, Sanders, Raw, and Lyenght refining or approving an increased annual allowance. Notes contention over the increase for the full period and without public consultation.
The article reports on a new non government award taking effect from late November, stirring controversy over its impact on teachers, farm labor, and industrial terms. It describes spreading concerns across Victoria and neighboring regions, noting local protests and official responses while outlining wider economic implications for agriculture and public service sectors.
A fragmented report mentions Pacific region diplomacy with references to Empire leaders and delegates. It notes ceremonial gestures, allegiance to a governor general, and expectations of aligning Australia with broader imperial interests amid tense global diplomacy.
A garbled report hints at tensions between the Governor and former National minister over a motion in the West State election context. The piece mentions debates on compulsory voting and government conduct, with unclear references to officials and possible amendments.
Public sale and advertising notices list auctions and sales planned across various venues. Items include carpenters tools and craft goods, with auctioneers named and dates set for mid to late November, highlighting local commerce and upcoming events.
Obituary notices the death of James M L Bln Remblonmpown aged 32 a former resident with ties to Albion and nearby areas. The obituary notes education at Bhai Birch School and later studies at AUT and local institutions. The family details include references to residence in Albion and involvement in community life.
A fragmented historical passage portrays Senator Ogden challenging the communists and defending rightist stances. The garbled text references political courage, party critique, and calls for steadfast loyalty, with various figures and events suggested but obscured by OCR errors.
Fragmented report describes a parliamentary session with mentions of a £100,000 damage vote and references to ministers and commanders. Key figures cited include Sir J Micke and Coronel Miesy, with discussion of Japanese actions and allied responses amid war news.
The readable portions reference springshowers and various names, places, and events but the passage is heavily garbled with partial words and misplaced letters, making it impossible to extract a coherent event, date, or participants for a concise news item. No verifiable entities or outcome can be established.
Amid turmoil over the Locarno Pact critics warn of mounting diplomatic strains. Officials and scholars debate the treaty’s future amid tense reviews of security guarantees and regional assurances.
Fragmentary OCR text on Victorian politics references Melbourne voters and a marginal petition. Details are unreadable, with garbled words and incomplete names, offering no clear events, dates, or outcomes to summarize.
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