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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 02, 1926

Page

10

Patrol Car Overturned in Melbourne Killing Wireless Operator

A patrol car overturned in Melbourne early today injuring four others, two seriously. Wireless operator abla Curry, 27, was killed. Constables Hervert Long Hodges and Edwards were among the injured, and all were taken to Pelee Hospital. The car struck a family disturbance near the Treadway repair site on Mussel Street.

Melbourne Ynrmtable Windsor Abla Curry Connable Hervert Long J. Hodges Edwards Mussel Street

Queensland September revenue shows expenditure excess

Queensland revenue figures for September and the three months ended show a revenue deficit. The month totals £95,514 lower than last September amid railway receipts dropping to £685,731 from £781,044. Expenditure for the month stood at £? with three months’ total expenditure higher than revenue by about £119,528. last year the period ran a revenue excess of £527.

Brisbane Queensland

Railway extensions and rolling stock progress at Kyogle line

Brisbane reports a large amber fleet of railway carriages locomotives and tracks under construction as part of the department’s build program. Five C19 steam engines are in hand for the Kyogle line with anticipated deliveries this month. Brisbane workshops prepare engines for the Brisbane Kyogle route as earthworks and tunnels approach the NSW border.

Kyoqle Brisbane Railway Department Ote Lpawichay Cupenss Maryborough Evans, Anderson Phelan Queensland Rons Quernaland New South

Greek Coup Alleged Murder Trial at Athens

The prosecutor charges former Greek ministers with high treason and murder over the Pargalon coup decree. Arrests followed the alleged unlawful execution of officers, with the Minister of Justice accused of complicity in judicial murder.

Athens Grengea Mania Foe Shrer Nf Cers Inatice Josaneois

Cairne Case Proceedings Include Transfer Motions

A Towneville court session before Justice Douglas heard motions in the Cairne case. A request sought to retrace funds from Christ Nickles to Peter Nickles and a house purchase transfer to a trustee. The judge ruled the trustee had proved the claim despite suspicions, with costs assigned.

Towneville Justice Douglas Supreme Court House Christ Nickles Peter Mickles Lake-steet Cairns Peter Nickles Rrond Christ “Nickles Freishirnes Ape Mit Ai San Repaesen Cairne A

Anglicans oppose proposed shop betting legalization

Brisbane March September 3 The Diocesan Council of the Church of England Synod in Brisbane convened with Archbishop Sharp presiding and condemned plans to expand gambling through shop betting. It argued government action would intensify vice and harm community welfare.

Brisbane Church of England Synod M Acena Sharp

Murulla train inquiry resumes with inspector evidence

Sydney reports from September detail Edward C. Heery testimony in the Murulla smash inquiry. He explains mail train brakes could not be stopped on the grade and that airbrake release led to the fatal breakaway. Regulations require handbrakes and sprags for guards.

Sydney Edward C. Heery Muchi

Cairns Amateur Swimming Club Holds Annual Meeting

The Cairns Amateur Swimming Club met in the Swimming Rooms on Monday to discuss committees and upcoming events. Present were Mrs Burkitt and several members. delegates from the Men’s Club attended. a trial race distance of eighty five yards was set for the next meet. monthly committee meetings were scheduled.

Cove Club Henin Burkitt Crittenden Qeteclins Lowrey Burkint Anderson Proberts Lees J. Gay Mr. Hill M. Noohan E. Noonan MecMahon Scanlon Trehy Nyeetinus Gee Purtitt Mise HV Othe Anen

Cobham's Return to England Amid Public Interest

London reports detail Captain Alan Cobham's planned return about three o'clock tomorrow. He will reach the English coast near Plastings and follow the Thames path. Only Sir Ston Blankner and Mrs Cobham greet him at the House of Commons steps. the machine will be displayed at Selfridges after de Mantle reassembly.

London Alan Cobham Thames S Fton Blankner Cobham House of Commons Selfridges

Bandits Prevail In Train Attack In Mexico

In Mexico City a passenger train was attacked by bandits as a military escort failed to stop them. Passengers were robbed and several casualties reported while the train turned back to its route.

Mexico City Danilus Correiche Remry Penjampa

Fighting as Reds see setback around Wuchang

Disrupted front lines near Nanchang report anti red offensive aimed at Hankow. Wuchang siege weakens as troops move to meet Sun Chun Fang, while besieged suffer starvation and disease. Foreign home reports fluctuate as allies and rebels clash amid chaotic fronts.

Nanchang Rede Wuchang Sun Chun Fang Hankow Aml Wuthang

Cairoy Aquatic Club Holds Executive Meeting

The Cairoy Aquatic Club met in its rooms on Wednesday with full executive attendance. The meeting discussed rule books from the NQ Yacht ing Association now ready, a donated trophy and courses from Sam Favell, and reports on the second race for Mackay Headrick and McDonald trophies. Protests regarding wailing regulations were addressed by the Disputes and Protest committee. social and ladies committees planned euchre parties and a time dance, plus a working bee to repair the launch jetty. The third race for the mentioned trophies was scheduled for Sunday with boats and handicaps listed.

Cairoy Aquatic Club N.Q. Yyachting Association N.Q. Skil Club Sam Favell Imperial Hook Arcade Tithe Executive Messrs. Mackay's Headrick's McDonald's Siabeam Sylvania Mackay Hendrick

Railway Band and Cycling Meet in Hard-fought Events

At the L Q W Thursday night gathering the Railway Band will stage a slate of races including a one mile event. Notables Abita Abraham Romano and Antic Husain loom in the program with Norman Park fans expecting a sprint by Murray and others. The day promises a full class sports meeting with additional races and a balanced program.

L.Q.W Nile Tietoler St Abraham Romano Murray Baa Norman Park Army Norman

Boxing tragedy after injuries in Sydney bout

A boxing match in Sydney on Wednesday left Heonakt Morphy gravely injured and he died early Friday morning. Medical teams fought to save him after the contest, but he succumbed to injuries sustained in the bout.

Sydney Ocn Heonakt Morphy Wie

Rifle club announces prizes and upcoming shoot

The notice outlines cash prizes, team roles, and the schedule for a Sunday rifle meet. Competitors will shoot at 200 500 and 600 yards with ten and eleven shot series. Treasurer and secretary positions are listed among club officers.

Ilman Bo Mindlare Fio Ay Farr Telly Ae Gon

Preference to Dominiones and Empire trade drive

London reports a Imperial Economic Domination plan to press Britsh consumers to favor Dominion products. A publicity campaign will use ads posters lectures broadcasts and films to boost Dominion produce sales and marketing research grants will aid producers' organisations for Empire exports.

London Imperial Economig Dommstie Dominions Dominion

District Championships Final of Men’s Singles

Weather remains fair as the District Championships reach the final of the men's singles on No 1 court with Reg Routh facing Jack Warner. The program includes club championships, with multiple matches and entrants across Esplanade Courts, aiming to complete by week end.

Keenan No. 1 Court Fat Reg, Routh Jack Warner Wewall Esplanade F. Routh D. McLeod H. Billinger W. Nou F. Barth Vo S Draper Miss Hill O'Neil Misa Kenny H. Taylor J. Hill Sharpe Hagan Mise Laird Mise Hill J. Warner Camp He A. Uncle Neo A. Stevens Warner Campbell Vy Dareper Parker Noe Kouwth Keoh Taylor OF Neill Lennon and Son Miss Sharpe Miss Lait Sharpe Favell Miss Smith O'Neilly Cours McLiod Driper Parrlem Stesens

Public Control Story of Loss in London County Council Trams

District auditor Mr Herbert Lyon disclosed to a county meeting that the tramways undertakings show a heavy loss for the year. Nearly 4,000,000 car miles were run with 9353 fewer passengers and fare revenue down by £136,404. Operating expenses rose by £210,722, including £141,260 paid in higher driver and conductor wages. Total regular income was about £2208 and total working expenses over £140,000, with a deficit on the year of £27,445 0s 93d.

London County Council Herbert Lyon Egedy London ‘Daily Mail Lyon

Cairns Club Golf Medal Round Report

Teale Cie led a nine hole medal round at the Cairns Club last Saturday as part of a club event. Scores show Warres at 78 and Cleall at 74, with the field set to continue this week following the weather route.

Teale Cie Assec Phewuel Tennent Mer Cleall Warres Oeuel

Hailstorm Ruins NSW Vineyard Crop in Sydney District

Sydney growers tally damage after a 20 minute heavy hailstorm yesterday afternoon. The district, a major wine producer, faced a ruinous blow as crops were shattered and prospects for recovery dimmed for the near term. Estimated losses reach £20.

Sydney Thos New South Wales

Johnstone River Show at Shire Hall highlights

Glorious weather attracts crowd to the Johnstone Agricultural Society show at Shire Hall. Poultry and cattle judged by M. L. Cochran and J. J. Fanning, with varied events like pony weight jump and horse races drawing local interest amid improving afternoon attendance.

Johnstone Wer Shire Hall Aail Aml J. J. Fanning Townsville M. L. Cochrane Carus Cochrane Cairns Barone Pride Innisfail Eatte Ail A Harwood Wl Chavies

London's Eight Women Undertakers Thrive Amid War

There were eighty eight women undertakers in England with eight in London who faced bereavement with practical care. Mrs Coveney, Mrs Crowley, Mrs Earsden, Mrs Fletcher, Mrs Jerre, Miss Emms, and Miss Morgan are among those highlighted for taking over duties while men served. The Sunday Express quotes women noting ease of dealing with female mourners and recounts a disinfecting example showing emotional strain. The London group mainly handles indoor mortuary tasks, while nationwide women also assist in funerals, reflecting a wartime shift in roles.

England London Londen Hishanda Jonden’s Wight Coveney Rringdon Street A. Crowsley Hornsey J. BR. Earsden Shepherd's Bist LL. Fletcher Kilborn Jerre Plack Mra J. Isems Deniford Crook Alaham Common Miss Morgan Mary Wahone Mrs. Thomas Sunday Express

Return to Work Amid Uncertainty as Delegates Reassess

Delegates return to districts in a chastened mood with no clear plan for the week. Miners to hold district meetings to voice views on actuation by show of hands. A Cardiff shed boom in coal shares draws speculative buyers as prices soar.

A.P.A Cardiff Shed

Richards Turns Probol Under Wing of Pyle

Vincent Richards, once top U S amateur tennis player and former Olympic champion, has turned professional under C Pyle. The move announced at a dinner for Mile Longlen surprised fans and affects prospects for the U S Davis Cup and national doubles championship with Richards and Williams.

New York Vincent” Richards United States Hee Pyle Mile, Longlen Richards Ferims Atda United State Romards Iy Neeleun America Williams Wall

Professional Mixed Doubles Involving Pyle and Hen

In New York September NW Richard Han signed a four month contract to join Mike Englen Miss Brown and M Foret for professional exhibitions. Han cites professional injustice to himself and wife and notes an option for two additional months. He reports earnings over $0,000 and asserts lack of offers to justify action.

New York Sep Mr. Pyle Richard Han Mike Englen Miss Brown M. Foret Richards

Pirates and Night Clubs Exposed by London Observer

An investigative report reveals exploitation in West End venues where women work unpaid or pay to be allowed to perform. It describes cramped dens with cheap tobacco, crowded floors, and dancers misrepresented as instructors while many clubs resemble dens of vice.

London Courer

Union Demands For Board Review Of Stop Work Meetings

In Arisbanf October a railway union asserts the right to hold stop work meetings, arguing expiry of thirty days' notice to the Board of Trade may affect an agreement with a railway officer. The matter seeks Board of Trade review as the union contends such meetings aid department work.

Arisbanf Spawieh Board of Trade

The Big Strike and Its Aftermath in Britain

The discussion cites Bertrand Russell and Mvuredith Atkinson on lessons from Britain's general strike. It notes the futility of strikes without political support, the need for disciplined organization, and the potential for trade union strength to be redirected toward constructive national uses.

Britain Bertrand Russell Naya Firat London Guy Fawkes Portamen Rome Mvuredith Atkinson Loni Industrisham Areater Trades Union Congress

Miss North Queensland Competition Headlines in Malamba

In the Tableland Examiner a description profiles the Miss North Queensland contestant to be shown at English's Pictures in Malamba this Saturday night. The piece compares her to Venus de Milo and lists measurements and features for the pageant entry. References Port Kembla Works and Binstis Iron and Steel Co note securing £500,000 finance for Port Reman works and plant.

Malamba Venus de Milo Enun de Mila Heig Arma Ea ST Iin Port Kembla DNEY Binstis Iron and Steel Co Port Wm

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