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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 29, 1919
Page
4
An early notice describes freehold dairy farm land along Marrow River with well water and scrub land conditions. It mentions Gould Ram and Alcock's billiard table advertisement linked to Atherton, with uncertain terms and partners. The readable bits hint at property sale and local business notices amid fragmented text.
A funeral notice for Henry Harris references the death of a husband and father with family tributes. A benefit train in memory of Alec Wallace is advertised for Sunday to aid the widow, with listed fares and local stations.
In the Australasian league a fringe group under Tolex Suh Branch returns sailors and spacers to active service amid upheaval. The movement claims authority over naval personnel and promises restoration of duties, stirring regional debate on loyalty and sovereignty.
Movements of vessels include Amtralian Steamship Led umibala leaving Satoraay fah and Mourilyan arriving every Tuesday from Townsville via ports. Gowerse Weaves departs 10 am Wednesday for Mourityan Mainwar Card and Townsville with cargo only. Waves depart every Sunday at 6 pm for Innisfail. Sydney notes and metal ingots values appear with scattered dates.
A damaged OCR segment reveals ongoing trades in hats, concentrates, and parcel shipments. Mentions of local figures G Stevens, McMeckin, Sinnasimount, and shipments of 10 ton parcels, 25 tons, and 42 tons, with references to Dry Hamper, Witham of Sunnsiount, and ongoing inquiry into deliveries and valuations.
A wavering postwar reflection on national character and ethics. The piece urges reform, warns against material excess, and emphasizes moral strength at the heart of the nation to sustain peace and prevent decay. It cites leadership, sacrifice, and austere virtue as keys to enduring grandeur.
Fragmented OCR describes church services and talks at various parishes. Mentions Presbyteries,Marschs, and marine events with hints of sermon titles and speakers. Details are unclear due to garbled text but points to religious gatherings with noted speakers and topics.
Fragmentary report discusses mining activity and ore extraction at Agnes Silver Lead Mines. Mentions Mr S Phillips, a visit to Obitlagne, and challenges in delivering ore to a railway. References costs, technical issues, and potential supply constraints affecting production and wages.
Fragmented OCR shows a sequence of notices and ads from Cairne Co operative Butcher Ltd and Abbott Street Cairman, listing market closures on Andrew's Day and Meoday pest, a Regatta Dance, auctions, and social events. Mentions Welcome to Soldiers, Milkers, and street names like Regatta Dance and Newmarket Saleyards with scattered dates and prices.
A damaged historic notice describes a Mayers Lin Benefit Excursion and dance at Ouchellowe Hall, with music, attendance by veterans, and a welcome from the Caledonian Society. It notes tickets selling fast, a program with chaplain and performers, and aims to raise funds for a local cause amid a patriotic tone.
Fragmented text shows a chaotic report with garbled names and phrases. It hints at revolutionary activity, a rally or campaign, and references to dates and places but lacks clear facts, making the main event difficult to identify.
Fragmentary text shows garbled names and actions, with references to voting and a scene near a tavern. Details are largely unreadable, but hints of a public gathering, possible election activity, and local figures are suggested.
Sparse OCR text reads like a meeting report where business men urge local support and cash assistance. names and exact actions are unclear, but the fragment hints at economic appeal and civic involvement.
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