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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 13, 1930
Page
10
Fragmentary notes describe a road incident with a truck and a bus. Individuals named Alfred Lauder and Leshie R are mentioned alongside a Russian and an unnamed driver. An ambulance arrived and medical condition described as not accidental remains uncertain.
Melbourne reports the Commonwealth Government plans to intervene in the appeal of railway unions against the Arbitration Court ruling to suspend railway awards. Senator Daly says intervention clarifies Parliament’s intent and opposes industrial courts creating disputes. Sydney notes £150,000 yearly saving after award set aside and wage adjustments.
A well known district resident, Jones, was killed when struck by a moving engine at Lime. Son of the late C. who served as Shire Clerk, he previously worked at a bank before turning to farming. The funeral from St Alban’s Church of England was well attended with a graveside service by Rev P Hubbard and soldiers present with the Last Post. Numerous offerings were reported.
Fragmentary notes show a series of matchups among teams named Ivy and Williams-McKewen with Whittaker, Hamilton, Britten and others listed. Scores and results are incomplete but indicate pigeons racing and transfers around Hereford with officers Hardy Woodward and Wilda mentioned.
Wild scenes at the Pankstown Friendly Societies Annual Eisteddfod saw adjudicators torn papers and chaos in the dancing section as judges and participants clashed over scoring.
Tamworth officials including M. G. Bourne of the Bank of North Queensland argue Queensland will not align with federation, citing economic and labor factors. The discussion touches on regional autonomy and barriers impacting trade and sugar industry dynamics.
The article quotes Miss Evans of the Women's Clerks' Association challenging Faithful’s claim that independence corrupts morals. Evans argues modern women enjoy male friendships while remaining moral, countering the idea that a home life equals propriety.
A Leyte courtroom scene reports a judge’s outburst as arrests of public enemies are referenced. Attorney Devine requested clarifications while the trial process faced interruptions and postponements in a politically charged setting.
A police party led by an inspector raided premises on Flinders Street Townsville. In the Police Court 24 men pleaded guilty to being found in a compound or seven imprisonment. Victor Murphy faced charges of conduct in a manner not specified in the fragment.
A terse note from Innisfail discusses wealth law literacy and suggests authorities will mandate greater proficiency in financial knowledge in the future. The fragment hints at policy debate but lacks concrete dates or agencies.
The fragment references a cat coat, a cane, and mentions visiting surgeon Dr H J Taylor. No clear event or outcome is stated. The readable names imply persons involved. Further context is needed for a complete summary.
In London on October 11 applications for four per cent notes reached £116,420,000 while total bids stood at £105,000,000.
A terse line links Mr Bresnan and Mr Moloney with fia and references Ramsay MacDonald while mentioning Miss Ishbel and Mr Malcolm MacDonald in a subdued, politically tinted context.
Gas pressure at 280 feet caused a blast noted by Godfrey Brothers as sufficient to run their operation. Messrs Bros of Cunna mulla sought water when the noise occurred.
Fragmentary reminiscence notes Lloyd George learning to swim at age four aboard the Avelona Star in 1927. The passage references an early morning event with a Mr. Ce and mentions water and a high amount, but details are unclear due to garbled text.
Dr Aylwood who arrived by the Taiping en route to New Zealand described China as the plague country of the present world, indescribably dirty and practically disease ridden.
A. McIntyre wins the Grand Hotel trophy while Robertson falls two points short of a century as Canoplea posts a best today 95. The event and club awards showcase top marks at 500 and 600 yard events, with Metcalfe and Farr notable in the 600 zone. Local council talk follows on township funds and Shire transfer.
Cr. A Campbell follows the Chairman's suggestion to approach Government and district members. Dr J Mann opposing policy backed by his party, with Mann’s ally furthering the move while Campbell aims to restore the shire to a decent state before handover.
A solemn ceremony closes as a reading from Revelation 79 17 sets a sacred tone. The Dead March from Saul echoes, and the silver Last Post fades across the vast temple as the service concludes.
A pipe band delivered Lochaber No More to a large El Arish crowd. The after-ball was a great success, drawing one of the largest gatherings seen in the town.
The Premier Mr A E Moore rejects suggestions of a poll tax. He says the exeny amount would not be taxed and notes the need to fix the amount of tax payable. The Treasurer Mr W H Barnes discusses the minimum income tax level.
A report from LINGEH dated October 10 notes a voyage through the Persian Gulf halted by a burst tyre and passport issues with the Iranian authorities. The event impacts vessel operations and crew clearance.
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