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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 22, 1921
Page
8
A muddled report details a cricket match where Cannaly batted first, posting 148 all out. Rovers chased, with Robinson and T. Foster leading a steady stand, finishing 8 wickets down for 77. Archibald and Ty Overy are cited among top scorers, while Halstead and Speed led the bowling with multiple wickets.
A note from HALAS AUSTRALIA in Melbourne dated December 12 indicates the crew of the vessel Anata will be paid for remaing at sea while the ship is recessed and placed on the reserve list.
Correspondence from Cairns warns the public of recent infections among pups and calls for hospital disinfecting measures. The Town Council seeks cooperation of teachers and residents to prevent further outbreaks, stressing the role of the school and home in controlling disease. Local authorities pledge to supply disinfectant if needed.
A reader questions the fairness of denying work to applicants for ration related jobs. The writer cites Mr Corbett chosen for the Van Mele Station post and requests copies of any references from Mr Johnston of Forest Home. The piece argues for proper references and employer accountability in hiring.
A notice outlines a 1000 mile trial from New South Wales to 26th inclusive with mountain sections up to 1500 feet, demanding high reliability and fuel efficiency. Entrants listed include Curtis, Scott, and Hind in multiple classes with trophies over 1000 pounds for top points and best performance, plus two additional entries. The event features three sections large, medium, small powered, set daily speeds, and a net 200 mile day run.
On Melbourne Cup day Vishory and Flemington visitors toured car paddocks around the Wisarious Housing section. About 14M cave paddocked cars were counted, with Dunlop leads in totals and a high percentage of retreaded tires indicating broad use. Thirty makes represented and 9294 lovers checked. Dunlop figures nearly matched the combined totals of the next five brands.
At Cairns Picture stadium tonight patrons will likely see Dreams of Avarice with Joyce Dearsely in a capital filled program. The final screenings could secure Gent elisa support amid strong demand for the Adelaide Geace production.
An exceptionally fine double star programme at Palace Theatre tonight features T Schuyter and George Walsh in an onstage billed pair. The slate includes a comedy drama titled Hand Hunter with Silver’s Victory Edition likely to attract film fans with its variety of features and spectacular production elements.
A local cinema presents The Confession to be shown this week with high praise from Cardinal Mercier Cardinal Gibbons Cardinal O Connell and Archbishop Harwin. E Armstrong will sing The Rosney What God Made Mothers For in a richly sung performance. Also features The Hour of Dawn, The Mouninders and a cowboy King serial plus a fine comedy at Baker's Edmonton.
An old ad promotes Dr Sheldon’s Digestive Tablets claiming they strengthen the stomach and aid digestion so readers may enjoy wholesome food again. The copy notes the product is sold everywhere and stresses restoration of stomach health.
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