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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 12, 1922
Page
3
In Brisbane reports political circles discuss the Rockhampton poll date with hopes of delay and possible extension beyond the federal election. Labor plebiscite timing is uncertain as Ford is expected to launch his campaign Monday in Westhampton.
Sydney police detain two men after a dust search yields several diamond rings. Witnesses describe a moment when one man dropped an item during the patrol, leading to the discovery of the buried gems.
Mr H Mitchell industrial officer for Broken Hill Pty. appeared before Justice Powers to vary an award in an AS of Engineers and Australian Society of Engineers dispute. He stated workers refused the 48 hour court prescribes. Avernden for engineers asked postponement. Adjourned to October.
A daring robbery occurred on October 10 at the Rilona Branch Bank on Wwen Lane. The masked assailant escaped with over 2000 dollars after assaulting the manager and clerk before fleeing.
The Ravenshoe region hears from the Chamber of Commerce about agricultural and mining policy, rate divisions, and calls for stronger representation. The Primary Producers Association forms to boost development on the Tableland, while plans advance for road linking Ravenauer to Innis and opening Palmerton belt. The Hall and Reading Room progress. community projects gain momentum as locals look to expand settlement and infrastructure.
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