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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 07, 1915
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR notes throat irritation worsening to severe pain and trouble swallowing with references to vision or tone unclear. No identifiable persons places organizations or events are readable. Further legible text needed for a proper summary.
A hopeful candidate in Cairns pledges a fair impartial program to improve streets drains and services townwide. He argues for a steady, sensible approach and rejects proposals that don’t serve the whole community.
The Post notes the duty of Australia to promote industrial growth with fair wages and protection from cheap foreign goods. It argues legislators must ensure just pay for workers while avoiding undue burdens to secure long‑term national prosperity from domestic resources.
At the cruiser launch ceremony Mr Jensen announced details tied to the event while onsite in Brisbane.
Fragmentary text from a wartime era page hints at a quoted escape scene. It mentions goods from Germany and a sense of peace, with garbled lines suggesting a discussion of schemes or warnings. The readable bits do not form a clear, complete report.
The fragment shows garbled text with unclear names and events, making it difficult to identify a concrete report or outcome. No discernible people, organizations, places, dates, or actions are extractable from the readable portions.
A well known Cairns official has disclosed offering services for the front according to local reports. The statement appears amid a broader inquiry into public service roles and local management.
Workmen began kerbing and channeling from Sassen Pant toward the wharf. The main street segment has long been leased to Seagrass for years, with Commonwealth Authorities contributing half the cost.
An ad promotes a medicinal product described as an effervescent fruit saline laxative sold by W A Collins chemist in Lake Street Cairns. The copy touts health benefits and recommends it for summer use at once.
A compact notice notes Easterey’s Services in the south area. Limited readable text suggests a service or business listing with no further details available.
The minutes describe a local arts meeting where Mr B Robins proposed actions. Mr Barrett and Mr Berrett were mentioned in attendance, with Mr McLran asked to accept a seat on the committee. Treasurer Mr Nutt declined monthly accounts, and volunteers from the D.O.B were noted. no major business occurred.
Fragmentary notes describe a lineup at THE AUSTRAL THEATRE with films including a controversial real picture and a production titled A Th wroigh Russia. The text hints at a substantial budget and a demanding schedule likely drawing public interest.
An advertisement promises charming baby photos at Chargots Photo Studio. It notes Mr. Chargois shows special interest in the baby portraits and has over thirty years of experience securing fresh, friendly images of little ones.
A Cairn meeting of the Ilycan Fund occurred after a claimed initiative with donations totaling 5/15 noted in the room. Christmas carts were donated to aid mares and domars for the boys. volunteers urged to contact Mrs A B Gibaena by tomorrow to join or contribute.
Fragmentary OCR note describes soldiers parcels and comforts, praising care and relief efforts. Mentions medicines, blankets, clothing, and a relief system that keeps troops supplied. References unnamed individuals and wartime support groups, with scattered place names and phrases about military parcels.
The Greek mobilization order despatched through the Bristein consul lists all classes from 1632 to 1911 called to arms. It covers reservists, auxiliaries, and reserve officers, including those with prior service and volunteers, with mandates dated September 2. The cable names officers and notes Greece’s dependence on armed service across multiple classes.
The Northern Herald from Warter reports stable weekly issues with readers at Lacdeds Point Port Alma and Routhport. It notes scenes at the Pytriotic Carnival in Lismore and Chillagoe Coves as part of a reliable, increasing circulation.
Fragmentary notice indicates printing of principal rolls related to a referendum set for December. It mentions divisions, placement, and action to obtain cards, with penalties for noncompliance. The garbled text leaves names and locations unclear.
A blaze ravages vast ranges near Cairns on Wednesday, with smoke blanketing the area. The drought worsens conditions for nearby settlements and firefighting efforts, prompting concern over potential spread and resource strain.
The district court heard the appeal concerning Nora Maroney against Cairns Police Magistrate's order on compensation for the cancellation of lease at the Palace Hotel under the Sugar Act. Counsel R. K. Dewug-Ves for the appellant and L. W. Marsland for the Treasurer argued as the court reserved its decision after reviewing depositions from the prior hearing.
Acting Sergeant Sterne was advised he would be promoted to sergeant in connection with his conduct during the July town incident. A Japanese assailant fired at Sterne twice missing both times. The assailant then set the building on fire and killed himself. Sterne later arrived in Mackey from Brisbane about twelve months ago.
Old resident Br John Behan of Mercay Wr died at District Hospital after a long illness. A native of Cork Ireland he came to Maclay 13 years ago and lived there since. He worked on remittance boats and served on the Boal Party of the Pioneer Shire Council before returning to farming at Pearl Junction for the last decade. He leaves a widow and five sons two of whom are married. One son is en route to the front and a mother planned to travel to Faegrets when his illness began.
Warnings issued for residents to report any information about Mrs. Seaman wife of Mr. Seaman who has vanished from her residence. Authorities seek help to locate her and learn her attire from the day of disappearance. Citizens urged to contact Mr. Seaman or local authorities with any clues.
The Palace Theatre presents a mixed program with The Benoit and other films amid strong crowd turnout. Box office notes indicate seats can be booked in advance and screenings run nightly with renewed enthusiasm.
The annual meeting of the Hambledon Cane Farm Association was held on Sunday in Virginia at the Farmers Hall Edmon ton. The Secretary presented the financial statement for the past year.
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