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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 11, 1915
Page
2
The notes list lunar phases and times across October including New Moon October 3 at 7.40 aa, Full Moon October 14 at 10.15 am, Last Quarter October 31 at 2.4 pi, and First Quarter with a 1.5% pwm reference, plus apogee and various 7.44 ppm readings on October 1 and 7. The fragment also mentions Perecs and pom values.
London market update lists copper prices at 71/8 to 210 for ard and 73 to L7a/5, with Tim at £14910 to £100 forward and spelter at £72/10 to £74 as of October 18.
A 1915 editorial mourns fallen Australian soldiers at Gallipoli, praising their loyalty and heroism. It urges greater recruitment, condemns complacency, and argues conscription should be rejected in favor of expanding voluntary service to defend liberty against Germany.
Fragmentary OCR notes indicate A J Draper will represent Cairns Gad Die in an upcoming event. Mentions Baltimore or Baltam and Bristans with Wednesday night reference. Details are unclear.
Mareeba sees Mr Chargole, a successful local, buy the photo studio formerly run by Mr Kendell. He plans a professional visit to the town, with sessions scheduled for October 10, 17, and 18, touring surrounding townships and noting grounds.
A weather note reports two inches of rainfall across the district with heavy showers in Ingham today. Local observations indicate unsettled conditions and potential further precipitation moving through the area.
The fortnightly social is to be held at the Presbyterian church with a discussion on how to ascertain the empire in memory of recent events. Store in Balinda reports large grocery and boot stock openings. A Seaman missing since Sunday night prompts a search. W A Collins advertises fruit saline tonic and a gentle fruit laxative.
Saturday evening meeting of the Cairns Starr Bowiett Society chaired by Mr. A. Taylor. Scrutineers FF and Neribacs noted, Mrs. McKenzie drew marble showing number 27 for Mr. J. H. Butterworth of Kemerunga who is entitled to receive ten pounds repayable in Liverne.
The Advocate reports a proposed mail dispatch change from Innisfail to Moetita disrupting weekend schedules. Proponents argue earlier delivery benefits Tamiafail and residents, while opponents fear extended mail extensions and service gaps.
A fragment describes Perfec tion antiseptic tooth powder by Dr Craig Cairns. It claims rapid whitening and purification of breath, with a dainty patent bottle and a price of 1d per bottle. The wording is garbled but promotes a mouth freshening and tooth cleaning effect.
A sizable audience filled the Austral Theatre on Right Reverend Street for a sensational showing with a dramatic plot and accursed moments. The performance impressed viewers with its high standard and concerted planning, and the program will be screened again tonight.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a battlefield field note with garbled phrases about soldiers marching and enduring hardship. It mentions standing and fatigue among the ranks and hints at a plea for steadiness and resilience. The disjointed lines evoke a wartime mood rather than a clear event.
Fragmentary notes describe The Cairns Theatre with a Western style tale of romance and rivalries. A schoolmistress becomes the focus as schemes unfold and emotions heat up amid competing suitors.
The by election followed Alderman J Griths retirement with the Labour candidates active at the Louncy Chambers. Voters supported the Maver candidate amid general calm. small crowd presence and minimal excitement marked the count. Locke seeks re-election as alderman, aiming to uphold ratepayer policies and local governance.
A charity ball in aid of a hospital was held Friday night featuring elaborate Allied dress, large attendance, and a dainty supper. Guests, prizes, and several donors contributed to the event with numerous ladies in white silk, voile, and satin gowns noted among the dresses.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention kidney disease and a purported cure by Dr Sheldon or related riders. The text is unclear with many garbled terms and lacks verifiable details or names to confirm an event or organization.
The Star drama Fle wha Violates the Law drew strong crowds at the Palace Theatre on Saturday night with most seats filled. The spectacle follows a sheriff’s case in a private illicit still and features live Topical events and reel sequences including yacht races and Nations parade. Patrons were urged to book early for tonight’s repeat show and to phone for seats.
October reports stir in Brisbane as potential appointee Jade ener contends with a substitute claim. F W. Prosecutor is named as candidate for the role, while the Deemer hastery indicated interest in the position.
A short item notes that price boards for cane are set to be updated before the November deadline, with officials signaling forthcoming adjustments and public display.
Fragmented notice notes debate on measures submitted for approval. Mentions Wilkins veteran on Friday from Wester and a person from Normanton with a Cairn reference. includes unclear dates and places.
October 8 from Trisdone lists numerous new appointees including S J Allison of Normanton J Bailey of Ingham A Bliss of Mackay WT Butler of Cardwell T Byrne of Cairns J J Churchyard of Herberton P Clayton of Avy WOKC Cotter Townsville Dallavecht Mourilyan M I Bownen Townsville J Go Eastwood Babinday W W Ferguson Cannes Gittins Charters Towers Ko Grammer Thornborough WH Hatfield Townsville FW Haynes Stannary Hills PD Johnson Stnnary Hills Kirwan Mackay KR HL Mid dtm Bickingham Dears J Murphy Gordonvale 0 McCane Bowen Mo McLeod Bowen MW Padrazaim Mount Carbine W F Ryan Cairns I Scrafton Brown Townsville Ro AL Tait Ayr VW Taylor Stannary Hills Cy J Woes Janeville M on Parliament also named.
Brisbane reports the Babinda Central Mill started first crush on September 30 with cane throughput nearing 40,000 tons. The plant holds a 100,000 ton per season capacity, while South Johnstone Mill works toward next season. Gin Gin and Meent Baspte mills completed crushings at 14,000 and 17,000 tons, with Proserpine and Nerang mills continuing crushings as authorities push machinery into action after the Cane Prices Act.
A Saturday visit to the Fisher works on Sheritan Street shows progress as the SUELison gas plant powers the Crossley engine with surprisingly low fuel use. Mr. Fisher aims to move the plant to the present works to complete a larger operation, forecasting high output and strong demand as orders rise.
A secretary and treasurer issue a request to the Torre Surane Pilot Service in Brisbane. The secretary asks the pilot to take action while unresolved details remain, reflecting administrative steps in local service management.
A body was found in Brisbane on Saturday identified as a Russian sailor named Warry Vase vesky aged 0. Police indicated the death occurred in a harbor area with unclear cause and ongoing investigation.
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