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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 29, 1915
Page
2
A historical schedule lists events and handicaps for a Malanda woodchop carnival. Various races and contests include boys and girls handicaps, nail driving, novice woodchop, sprint and open woodchop, with prize amounts and entrant nominations and acceptances. The timetable shows morning to evening events with times around 1 pm to 7 pm and references to popular events and categories.
Notice to depositors from Cairns Savings Bank for November 7 to December 4, 1918. Depositors must bring passbooks for verification at the Audit mapale. Includes a program of events with prizes and timings, plus safety notes and protest rules. Joint secretaries Harry Locker and James Saunders sign the notice.
Notice announces amendments to Shire By-Laws Nos 1 and 14 repealed and new By-Law for closing raids on heavy traffic, speed provisions inserted in By-Laws 7 and 3, copy available at Shire office, order by Shire Clerk Herbert Manners. Red Cross Society to meet Wednesday near noon in Council Chambers with Hon Secretary Mehr. Draper.
Applications are invited for the position of Linotype Operator capable of taking charge of the machine. Apply Cairns Post.
In memoriam for Annie Fitzgerald who died November 6 1914 at Mt Molloy. Age and years given with lines of faith hope and joy as her family remember her and send love from TM J Gadd and family Mt Molloy.
The Friends of the late Henry Ingram a Brisbane commercial traveller for Butler Bros invite attendance at his funeral leaving St Johns Church at 4 oclock this Monday afternoon en route to Cairns Cemetery. M Swendsex undertaker and embalmer.
The Federal War Committee policy is hard to follow as the 60,000 strong force is presented as voluntary enlistment yet appears to include compulsory steps. The article questions the practical application and consistency of the plan.
The article argues conscription questions reveal a long drift from Fisher to Hughes, forecasting strong crank reaction to any passport ban and Continental tyranny rhetoric. It critiques government half measures, urges explicit public confidence, and notes the chance to gauge opinion through returns and potential referendum.
In Herberton's Trims a report notes Nyal's Beef and Iron Wine segment aiding convalescence. On Sunday night last the Wonedecla station building was broken into with only a few shillings belt tickets taken. the thief secured little. The matter is being investigated by the local police.
The fragment notes Cain’s Pictures feature on a boy nicknamed The Bugier, described as a war era figure and among the first to...
Mr 2 M Weddell has just opened up late stocks of groceries, drapery boots and shoes etc Terre Cash Agent for Hoyal Insurance Te.
An auction sale will occur Thursday morning near May 4 at Grosvenor House Esplanade to auction the household furniture and effects of Mrs Stranks. The notice appears in advertiser columns. Also mentions the steamer Marsina arriving at Cairo last Sunday from Papuan ports with Captain Williams in command and seven passengers disembarking. An unrelated advert promotes teething powders from W A Collins chemist Cairns as safe for children.
Volta the Human Storage Battery, famed for igniting cigarettes and lamps with his body will perform at the Austral Theatre tomorrow. He showcases powerful electric feats that mystify crowds and defy description, with full particulars to be announced.
Atherton reports a Queen Carnival organized by Mrs Henderson under the Rutter Factory with proceeds around 760 pounds 10 shillings. The Malands Queen won first prize with 137 pounds 0 shillings 6 pence, Tales Queen second with 132 pounds. receipts expected to top 1000 pounds with all funds for the Wounded Soldiers Fund.
A customer testimonial touts a corn plaster as fully removing years of growth after two applications. The reviewer says the corns came off completely with no trace, enabling longer walking distances.
Jamieson nephew of Granite Creek Sawmill owner proposed service at home but was rejected. He traveled to Australia a few months ago and, noting lighter defences, offered his fitness in Cairns last Thursday and was accepted. He plans to leave in December once he can adjust.
Readable fragments describe a chaotic scene with crowded bows and an epic miscue. The limited wording hints at a film context and production confusion, though specifics are unclear.
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A Ruwian woman who recently landed in Cairns faces strict police surveillance amid a tense investigation. Meanwhile Messrs Bennett and Hennett dentists on Abbott Street plan holiday leave from December 14 to January 17, with a reminder to clients to arrange dental appointments before or after the closure.
Imports at Cairns measured 4 542 cwt, up 14 tons 16 cwt from the previous year period. Exports stood at ET] toms 17 ewt, down 2 03 tons ibewt versus October of the prior year. Figures supplied by Cairns Harbor Board official T WM Blall.
A long hot day yields a story of a death in Cairns, a 32 year old commercial traveller for Butler Bros in Brisbane dies Sunday afternoon after a period of illness. His brother Ingram arrives from the south. funeral details list St Johns Church and Cairns cemetery. The piece notes a local pain remedy marketed by Craig's Vicer Regal Pharmacy in Cairn, Thamadeath.
The Christmas issue of the North ern Herald, largest Far North publication, features a long Papua article by our special representative with many photographs. The Papua series continues for two to three weeks. A special 1916 calendar and extensive illustrations are included.
A naval film described as the only completed naval feature in the world plays at the Palace Theatre tonight and tomorrow night. The story centers on a young Royal Navy recruit and his experiences at sea and ashore, with scenes of gun crews and allied ships including the Australia and Melbourne. Reserved seats are now available.
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