20 Nov 1916
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 20, 1916
Page
1
A brief item notes a dentist location linked to the School of Arts Buildings on Shirks Street in Cairns. The readable fragment identifies the street and institution involved without additional context or details.
A J Draper Ltd offers multiple parcels for sale including Cairne unimproved allotments on Sachs Street with 66 feet frontage priced £30. Draper Street blocks near Spence Street. Minnie and Soversa corner allotments. Mulgrave Road blocks. Victoria Street near Draper Street. Sheridan Street opposite new goods shed. Abbot and Wharf corner very valuable. McLeod Grove Beryl corner investment. Water and Upward street areas. suburban sections near Caves and Lake streets with gas and water access. notable corner allotments and development prospects.
A long list of rental and sale notices for Cairns including allotments on Lumley Scott Warrego and Esplanade with terms such as cash deposits 25 shillings and weekly balances. Also includes shops, hotels, and residences with details on frontage blocks new paint and maintenance. An advertisement at end offers portable oil engines by Harvey and Son Brisbane for wood cutting pumping and lighting.
Harold Nelson quits as secretary to the ASW.U. amid tensions over Greek migrant labor. He accuses governing bodies of failing to prevent a boycott that halted the steamer Houtman, risking a general strike. Greeks, invited by A.W.U. policy, face protests from British workers, while the ship remains idle in Darwin.
Indigestion blamed on weak stomach function. claims Dr Sheldon’s Digestive Tabules quickly restore strength. A temporary attack relieves with first dose and long-standing cases take longer. No need to diet. tablets digest wholesome food. Prices 1/6 and 2/4 per tin. obtainable everywhere.
The notice warns that sudden diarrheal attacks can be dangerous, especially in summer, and advises keeping Chamberlain's Colic and Diarrhoea Remedy at home for immediate use. If treated at the first signs, an attack may be avoided. the product is sold by chemists and storekeepers.
General Secretary's report on Atherton branch notes cleanliness, efficient records, and improvements since last visit. A new wagon shed, verandah, and painting plan are described, with increased staff days and water supply challenges. Bearer WJ McConnaghie and Joseph Loth on active service. endowment revenue up over 1914.
An ad-like fragment touts Megeette Liniment as a remedy for all wounds with quick healing claims. It mentions price 0/6 and notes obtainability everywhere amid unclear context.
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