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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Nov 22, 1928

Page

10

RESULTS IN ALL STATES ELECTORAL FIGURES REPORTED

Brisbane dispatch notes latest vote tallies by state from Australia parliamentary results. Names include Francia, Kennedy, Usher, Nett, and Herbert, with figures showing electors, party affiliations Nat Lab CP Lib and independents. Results hint at near certain wins for Francia and uncertain fate for Nett and Herbert as ballots continue to be counted.

Brisbane Francia Jouke Tere Pee Usher Nett Herbert Pktisted Nett Noi Heater

Herbert Sub-Divisional Count Progress Report

The Herbert electoral count shows sub-divisional progress with totals and majorities. Figures indicate Martens leading Natt with a spread of 138 votes, and a total turnout around 3145 across divisions, reflecting the wartime tally as recorded from Townsville.

Townsville Leat

Absentee votes loom in Kennedy and Riordan races

In Townsville and surrounding divisions the contest tightens as Martens leads Nott with absentee and scattered votes still to count. Counties like Mareeba Atherton Charters Towers and Mount Garnet show Francia expanding his lead over Riordan while Theodore and Nott trail.

Theodore Nott Alwentes Townaville Mr. Martens Dr. Nott Francis Kennedy Riordan Chartera Towera Mareeba Atherton Sulivisions Francia Atherton Charters Towers

Attack with Hatchet Reported in Mahah State Tale

A Black individual with mental health issues is described as the attacker in a hatchet incident in Mahaha Nebraska on November 2. Witnesses recall a man and a woman detailing the assault and the harmed persons in their home. Police and authorities respond to the scene and investigate the case.

Maha Nebraska Panies

Tango Maru Reaches Anchorage After Float Off Ghibber Rock

The Tango Maru is afloat and being towed to the anchorage after likely drifting free with high water. Pumps control water ingress and temporary plating is planned to seal the vessel as a temporary measure.

Nationalist take over in Melbourne as Hogan resigns

Melbourne reports Premier J Hogan resigns to the Governor after a dissolution request is refused. Sir William McPherson is commissioned to form a new ministry with the Nationalist leader accepting the commission. Possible government will be formed with broad non Labour support and McPherson to assume treasurer’s role.

Melbourne Vicoria J. Hogan William Mehersen Hogan Wedlay Lord Somers Sir William McPheron William Country Progressive Party Nationalia William McPherson Kectinia Bowser Lawson

Dr Earle Page Analyzes Election Reverses At Coffs Harbour

Sydney reports Dr Earle Page spoke at Coffs Harbour about the general election results. He argued reverses were not as bad as in 1925 and noted government losses in industrial centres over the basic wage issue. In country seats like Riverina and Cowper the opposite occurred. He cited endorsement of financial and energy policies and main roads focus as reflected in the referendum outcome.

Sydney Earle Page Coffs Harbour Riverina Cowper Ece Itwaeet Reveree

Election prospects in Hobart race show McWilliams ahead

Hobart voting scene outlined with Culley assured in likely win. McWilliams representing Independent Citizens Party and Seabresk from National tie as challengers. Two mechanics contest, but McWilliams remains in front in the race.

Nationalist candidate predicts 1400 vote lead in Kennedy race

Brisbane reports on arrival from the North where G. Francis, Nationalist candidate for Kentredy, forecasts a 1400 vote victory as early country and mining centers show gains for the Nationalist party, contradicting Labor claims of strength in rural towns and Kennedy.

Brisbane G. Francis Kentredy Kou Labor Kennedy Freveia

No Vital Changes in Electorates Reported

Only a few returns came in today and no vital changes are seen in any electorates. In Riverina Killen leads Casserley by more than 500 votes. No fresh returns for Gwydir. Home remains stable as Parker Maloney is out of danger.

Sydney Riverina Killen Casserley Gwydir Parker Maloney

Charge Against Driver Reported in London Incident

A brief London dispatch dated November 20 reports a driver facing charges after a road incident. Details are sparse in the readable text. The report mentions legal action but provides limited names or locations beyond the city.

Ministry formed in Melbourne as McPherson names new Nationalist cabinet

Sir William McPherson announced a Nationalist ministry to be sworn in after governor approval. The lineup lists Premier and Treasurer Sir William McPherson, Attorney-General Macfarlane, Lands and Water Supply H Angus, Agriculture Markets and Migration J Menning, Railways Electric Supply and Labor F Groves, Public Works and Mines Chandler, Education Cohen, Honorary Ministers Cuthbertson and Murray, MLC Menzies as Secretary to the Cabinet, with Foresta portfolio yet to be allocated. The Premier will seek adjournment for two weeks to plan.

Melbourne William McPherson Sir William McPherson Macfarlane H. Angus J. Menning F. Groves Chandler Cohen Cuthbertson and Murrey Menzies W. Kent Hughes McPherson Foresta

NZ Election Defeat of Ministers Unprecedented Reverses

Auckland voters defeat Labour Minister Anderson after a recount making him the fourth minister ousted. A possible petition alleges misconduct at a polling place. Government fate unsettled as Independents and United Party vie for control. Wellington recount overturns Labour lead by 45 votes, narrowing Reform and United seats to parity with Independents.

Auckland Labour Anderson Img a @ek Papas Eform Independents United Reform Party Coates Oserament Pare Howe Wellington Wellingten North A. Cra Reform

Obit: Mr K C Wheere Honored Scholar at Scotch College

Mr K C Wheere, a popular figure at Scotch College, is praised as a devoted scholar. He was bowed at Ormond College and is remembered for his scholarly contributions and community influence.

Melbourne K. C. Wheere Re Whearer Scotch College Ormond College

Double Tragedy The Mystery Explained In Melbourne

Melbourne news reports the deaths of William Hiddin and his sister in Ballarat. Police say the father found a poisoned milk mixture in the home and suspects William Hidde Jr induced the sister to climb through a ceiling manhole, then both died by poison and exposure. The scene revealed a condensed milk tin with white sediment, a bottle labeled poison, a jar knife, and clothing fastened to a rafter.

Melbourne Mov Willian Hiddin Harriat Ballarat William Hidde Hiddle Willam Hiddle Willian Hidde

Suicide note links prom night tragedy to guilt

Police believe Hiddle acted after being prompted by distress over a suffering prom. Dor, the girl, was deeply liked by him. Robert Virtue, father of the girl, is serving a 12 month sentence for an offense involving his 14 year old daughter.

Hiddle Dave Dor Robert Virtue

Brutal Thieves Attack in Brisbane Street House

In Brisbane street, Sydney, three men attacked Felix Henle at a city house last night. Neighbour Jenwloo tried to aid a woman resident but was struck with an iron bar and knocked down. Intruders ransacked the home, kicked him, and fled after rifling pockets as police pursued. Two men were later arrested after a chase.

Sydney Felix Henle Brisbane Street City Merv Magny Lever Olin Jenwloo

Tribal Rise and Kabul Flights Amid Afghan Turmoil

Twenty five passengers escaped Kabul and reached Peshawar after days of hold up due to tribal rising between Jalalabad and Dakka. The unrest centered on King Amanullah’s dress decree for Malika and tribal headmen in government offices. Shinwari villages attacked Dakke and nearby areas. Afghan garrison repelled the assault with many casualties. Afghan reinforcements and planes arrived soon after, and the attackers dispersed.

Calcutta Kabul Peshawar Jalalabad Dakka Amanullah Kahi Dakke

British Commons debate on Judicial Committee appointments

In the House of Commons Attorney General Sir Thomas Inakip moved to appoint two extra members to the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council with salaries totaling £4000 and a pension of £1009, plus an additional member to the Appeal Court at £1,750 with pension. He noted Victor Haldane’s overwork shortened his life on the Judicial Committee. Sir H Slesser asked if Lord Birkenhead would claim from the government.

London House of Commons Thomas Inakip Judicial Committee of the Privy Council Appeal Court Viecortt Haldane Judicia Committee H. Slesser Labor

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