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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1915
Page
2
Copper prices at 71 pounds 5 pence to 71 pounds 0 pence forward. Tin spot quoted 181 pounds to 153 pounds 20 pence. Land and silver values noted with limited clarity, indicating short term fluctuations.
In Commons Mr. Lloyd George reports 1700 Thorneycroft workers at Southampton striking to protest employing non-union men released from the colors. He labels the action as anti social and notes the stance against front line soldiers working in the country they fought for, amid concerns of German influence in strikes.
The passage argues that a hard stance against skulkers by the government could influence postwar policy. if the government cannot confront them, the country deserves downfall. It contrasts the warm sentiment with the necessity of decisive action.
The writer condemns the Ryan Government as the worst Queens land officeholder, accusing it of passing controversial Trades Hall measures during a crisis. The piece warns of treasonous talk at the Trades Hall and argues for giving the government enough rope to hang itself.
A. J. Draper led, will auction at their mart on Abbott Street a four-room cottage and allotment in Prater Street. Advertised particulars. Also notes a distant wedding in Towmavicke context and local details about Miss Eve Stout's engagement to Sydney Welsh.
Cairns Pictures reports a large audience for the favorite opera theatre last night with The Fencing Master in two well staged acts. A Firetrige drama A Fismd at the Throttle and a lively farce Comet in the Tet complete the program.
Authentic information reports improved conditions at Babinda Mill with faster progress noted in January. Officials state Jana’s activities are moving through stages more rapidly.
Disjointed lines reference a sudden outbreak or incident at Chargois Photo and a hotel location. Mentions include Mrs Hodson, Private F A Eudes, and a person unnamed who did not realize their status or age. Text appears as isolated fragments with unclear context.
Last night the Austral programme offered an audience a night of drama with "The Silent" and "The Abyss" among other pieces. The revival features Charles Chaplin in "The Face on the Bar Room Floor" and promises strong performances in a series praised for virtue and emotive appeal.
Fragmentary listing shows discounts on tweed trousers shirts hats and clothing items with prices and reductions. Mentions boys merchandise and canvas shirts with reduced tags. OCR errors obscure precise items and figures.
Report from Cairns notes no rain in September and two clean sheets at Vallis Police Court of Thurada. Mentions Australian Dardanelles casualties, a Brisbane board meeting of the Australian Natives Association, and a sympathy letter for S. X. March of Cairns. Includes local advertisements for Mulgrove Throat Pastilles.
The Trinity Lodge 1.0.C.F. held a Wednesday night meeting with G’s Louis Bro acting as chair. Attendance was good, a large committee from the East arrived, and recent shipments from Australians and long-known residents were mentioned amid routine lodge business.
A fragmented telegraphic excerpt lists authorized codes and parleyed networks among Italy and Western Union affiliates, detailing rate arrangements and expeditionary ties. The text also references sympathetic pleas for baby portraits in a studio note, reflecting mixed press items of the period.
The North Herald covers patriotic day activities in Gior San et e ky Mareeba and Mareeba events, with photos of N. M. March and W. Hurdock, wounded at Dardanelles and invalided home. It notes a Mareeba march, a young recruit at Thoreda, and various notices including Gravesend, Mulligan Mine, and local advertisements.
The Palace Theatre features actor Mr Lex McLean challenging Caiita’s strongest men in one hand two hand and single hand lifts. Mrs George from Montana and Mr Christ Franch join to try to topple McLean for a £10 forfeit as the thrilling film On Thypert Bande plays. Indians and war heroes are shown with dramatic feats and a Warner biography is presented in the Geette section.
Weekend specials at Kellys highlight high quality and low prices. Apparel includes white mercerized shirts, negligee shirts, crop tops, and jeans. heavy cotton underwear and socks. plus men and women footwear with steep discounts on bluchers boots and leather shoes.
Shipping arrivals detailed with names of captains, vessels, and ports from Cooktown to southern regions. The list includes Mourilvan under Captain Mochase from Cooktown, several passengers and officials, and multiple other ships and agents, noting dates in September. The fragmentary text records ongoing maritime movements and port calls as reported by the Northern Herald.
The Brisbane session reports the Workers’ yam petition opposing a bill, motions to amend clauses, and election disqualification provisions. Mr Carter and Mr Vowles clash over reforms while a chair change occurs and progress is noted as a division ends 29 to 15.
Australian authorities dispatched a special force drawn from all states to the Queensland appeal. Seven men were selected for Pyke after training near Ipswich, departing Brisbane on September 6 for Sydney and then Camp Nobady. Upon arrival rifles were seized and the mission's purpose remained unclear as the unit faced orders to retreat.
The September 29 report notes a rift in the Peacock Government as twenty three Liberals formed a reform party and elected Mr. Melee Jeader. A confidence motion looms as the Assembly adjourns and the ministry awaits decisions from parliamentary factions.
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