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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 24, 1922
Page
4
Mails close to day for Ballads and multis heading from Deeral at 10.30 a.m. to Babinda line at 1 p.m. and 5 p.m. via Herberton and Talon. Fare is 30 pence.
A wartime era mining note describes Vulcan Tin Mine activity with the lode continuing and patches of ore encountered. It notes a shaft hopper delivery, repairs after a prior collapse, and an expected month of testing to determine ore output and potential payments.
The JHE Metal Market reports spot copper and silver values with notes on weeks and months. Prices listed include copper around 62 and 469/10/9, silver at 2/08, and American electrolytic copper at 13.875, with various month and term quotes.
At Herberton Range on Tuesday morning November 2 1922 the Rev P Clark wed Edward Albers only son of Mr and Mrs Merherton in a ceremony witnessed by family members at Warners Herberton Range.
The summary lists multiple ships and vessels, their departure days from Sydney and Brisbane, and destinations including Cairns, Townsville, London, and Sydney. It notes passenger lists and cargo plans, with references to ships such as The Cooma, The Wyreeme, The Baldina, The Falerme, and The Walnera, indicating schedules for December and November as they relate to routes via Southern ports and Cairns, with various cargoes and passenger movements.
The fragmentary text recalls historic notices and events dated October 19 and October 23 1672. It mentions commissions and a Normanby reference, with unclear references to beer production and a vague December note. The readable content is sparse and scattered.
Readable segments describe local events and notices with limited detail. The text appears damaged and lacks complete names, dates, or places to form a full, coherent news item.
North Queensland advances in telephone and telegraph services are highlighted with rapid links from Townsville to Cairns, expanded repeating apparatus, and planned wire duplications. The Postmaster General reports strong funding of about £100,000 for improvements, while locals press for further branch lines to serve growing settlements and essential services.
Local notices promote Cairne Citizens Band and Cieenshart concert programs led by Mr Thos Hy Guy, plus Railway Concert Band performing for a gala hotel event. An excursion to Innisfail for Cairns on Sunday details special fares, trains depart Cairns at 1H with stops at Prince Stations, returning 6 30 p.m. Water supply concerns are raised about waste at Sadie Street horse trough near Quigley residence. Christmas shopping at Melbourne stores urges timely purchases, with gifts, frocks, hats and opening dates. A Mulgrave Central Mill report notes a racing accident with trainer Hoare's horse Saverday and wishes for a quick recovery.
A new branch of the league formed at Atherton on Wednesday with Mrs J Kidney presiding. Officers include Mrs Kearney vice, Mrs Neil secretary treasurer, and Mrs Holmen. A delegate was named to attend the Central Council. Kidney thanked supporters Morris and Mrs Clarke and urged active work for the forthcoming federal elections.
The Cait Ambulance Carnival Committee plans a four day event for local schoolchildren with attractions including a big activity tent, rides, and a star attractions show. The program features a parade from Steausdale and Riedigneh with racing, babies contest, and prize draws, plus other entertainments for families.
A meeting in Rockhampton agrees to form a united opposition to socialmad measures. The January convention will be held in Rockhampton with representation from electorates. Mr Vowles is invited to join the Agrarian Committee and national and country MPs may aid the movement. Public works funds approve fencing at the State Bender and a technical college high school at Cairns.
Bargains lure shoppers to Trail and Winstone's weekly sale featuring special offers and a money back guarantee. The ad highlights aut shirts, strong cotton items, and low prices as evidence of value to Abbott Street customers seeking reliable goods.
This weekend Neary's offers startling values across all departments with limited quantities. Early call saves disappointment as serviceable drapery and clothing are priced far below typical levels, including Horrockses crepe, crepe fabrics, and various striped materials.
Captain R A Mowland, a national candidate for the Federal Division of Kennedy, plans arrivals and campaign stops in Cairns. He cites a distinguished war record and recent success in the Gregory race, while local MLA H H Green and M D Andrews join competing meetings in Atherton Mareeba Hesherton Toige and Yungaburra during late November and early December.
A fragment discusses Atherton Ambulance leadership, the Centre committee structure, and the secretary's role in coordinating with Browning and honorary secretaries. It mentions deadlines, proposals, and the Centre committee’s decisions on welfare, benefits, and funding.
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