06 Oct 1914
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 06, 1914
Page
1
A fashion writer discusses hat styles and market value in the millinery world. Examples include Besoming Dolly Warde Varden with ribbon halo, a Chic New Flat Shape with seill Sowers Sy trail, and a Neat Sailor Hat in ribbon shade.
The Post argues that prolonging war is likely, urging parties to align their interests. It notes Germany’s intransigence and predicts increased wool demand, economic shifts, and Britain’s intensified reliance on national resources and loans despite the ongoing conflict.
The text argues Australia should develop domestic industries and create new sectors to absorb jobless workers. It warns against trade with Germany, noting 1913 German imports harmed employment, and urges self-reliance and patriotism, citing beer and mineral waters as examples of native potential. It cites Ruskin on economic folly and stresses long-term self-sufficiency.
Intending members of the Photographic Club will meet tomorrow at the School of Arts Gordonvale Red Cross. A grand open concert and fete in connection with a stove will be held in the Gordonvale reserve Saturday. The Ceitns Band will be in attendance. Ben Melikea runs a billiard saloon in Flinders Street Townsville and advertises in Herald. Auction of nearly three articles tomorrow at 3.30 p.m. by J C Meare on account of the regiment with inspection tomorrow morning.
Fragmentary note describes Cairns Pictures project to be remedied or staged with unclear details. No names, dates, or locations are readable. The text hints at production work or scheduling but lacks concrete facts or outcomes.
A French soldier in Tensing killed a Velan for molesting his sweetheart and fled. Germans threatened to devastate the village. In Cairns Police Court two men were remanded after evidence favored the defendants. Censor bars publication of details due to ongoing events.
Nish, the temporary Servis capital, figures in early empire history. It notes Constantine the Great born there about 160 years earlier, and Valens and Valentinian I dividing the Western Empire around a century later. It also mentions Nish as Neimsus, capital of part of Noesia, now part of Servia and Bulgaria.
A fragmented notice describes payments to defendants and a request for publication. It mentions a letter, orders to lay agent forms, and directions to have noncount sums payable to their defendant. The text references the Naval Office in Cairns and an island district.
A fragmented and garbled report shows residents debating the Town Council's costly project to overhaul the town, arguing its purpose and impact amid budget concerns and public opposition. The piece emphasizes the heated discussion over spending and community priorities.
Mears J and N Tait opened the season at Sydney Hall amid crowded rooms and a striking display. The piece notes a strong start with notable attendance and initial enthusiasm.
Fragmented OCR notes show Starr Burkett Society at Catras Starr Bonk with a Saturday receipt of £58 142. Messrs. A Atkin and E Moody are listed as directors and attendance is requested for next Saturday.
Eastern Shipping Meserx and Fiarley gid Co report the Taiyuan arriving from Hongtong via puts on the 15th instant. The Chengaty will depart for Hongcong via Thursday Island and Port Darwin on Thursday the 6th instant. Kaiser question looms over future actions and Crown Prince may rise to the occasion. Turns Philp and Co add movement news: Pa oFpside from London on October 30, Sit. Albans from Hongkong on October 1, The Morit da to New Guinea on the 1st inst, and the Mataram to Singapore on the 5th.
Report from Samoa notes Australian and New Zealand troops securing the island after a landing. Private F. Bayley of the Fiji Defence Force Contingent raised the German banner and, with headquarters approval, presented the flag to the New Zealand Government.
The Cairne Patriotic Fund weekly meeting presided by the Mayor discussed supplying an application form to the Townsville Patriot Fund and entertaining two claims while a third was held over. They resolved to engage Dr. Mayers for deposits in a government savings scheme and to inform the Sergeant Major of G. R. Mayers agricultural employment for 12 months. Payments to retired men were to stop pending more information, and the fund secretaries were to be advised of four men leaving for expeditionary service and dependants to be verified for assistance. Receipts to date reach £1034 11 1. The meeting closed with thanks to the Mayor.
Alfred Phuumer, a married man reading at Waverley, is in hospital with wounds from a traveler’s bullet. The incident involved Mrs Phuumer and a daughter. the wife was arrested for shooting with intent and remanded on bail at Water Police Court.
Brisbane October 5 news of the death of Mr. Henry M. Chester long time Gold Warden and member of the local board The record notes his service and references the era of Sir Thomas McDelwraith Premier of Queensland in 1803 with Fort Worth as a point of mention.
The Marine Board reviewed Captain Shaw and assistant shipping inspector reports on the grounding of Alconda and Inaba Maru. They faulted Pilot Piggott for not maintaining a safe bearing after sighting Piper Island light and for delaying corrective action, leading to severe censure for risky navigation.
London and Cork reports note Mr Redmond urging Catholics and Protestants to unite to solve Home Rule. He argues the time for civil war is impossible and stresses patience and discretion to lift Home Rule from its current impasse.
The Mulgrave Mill is installing new electrical machinery, nearing operation next week. Upgrades cost about 900 to 1000 pounds, promising a modern facility. Local notes report weather has hindered weeks of work, with a charity concert planned to support the Patri Fund and related stalls and amusements.
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