19 Nov 1917
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 19, 1917
Page
1
Auction notices advertise sale of sugar farms across Mona and Smithfield parishes with multiple plots. Listings cite acreages from 50 to 860 acres, river and railway access, and various terms, including cleared land and partial improvements. Some entries note river sites near Mulgrave and Karanda with per acre pricing and conveyance details.
Parcel descriptions detail virgin scrub land near railway stations with tram access to Ratieda, various acreages from small 29 to 235 acres, notes on creeks, fencing, and proximity to Ba benda mill and Bellenden Ker line. Includes Cucania Estate parcels, pasture, and grazing land with transactions via shares and clear title interests.
In the Herberton district a quiet mining party led by W. R. Chalmers has taken the Mascotte mine at Wurgalburra on a twelve month option. The group plans to install a large plant, test deeper levels, and push a central powered operation with Marshall engines and pumps to run 24 hours. The venture aims to prove profitability, extend concessions, and boost district welfare amid prior economic strain.
In Sydney speeches the speaker argues Australia is a key prize for Germany and a target for colonial expansion. He claims Germany sought empire and colonies, with Australia offering vast resources and climate to sustain a white race and supply raw materials for its factories, backed by naval power. The idea that war began earlier than 1914 is cited to explain the danger.
Senator Pearce denounces disloyal Australians who favor Germany and warns that if Germany wins, Australia loses its political and civil freedoms. He contrasts Germany’s use of force against workers with Australia’s arbitration and labor protections amid concerns over colonial ambitions and the fate of liberties.
A report promotes Dr Sheldon's Digestive Tabules as a fast acting remedy for indigestion from poor diets or overeating. The tabules allegedly supply the elements of a healthy stomach, aid digestion, and calm stomach pain and related symptoms. Priced 2/6 and 2/9, they are claimed to be available everywhere.
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