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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 18, 1912
Page
4
Local council members and engineers examine a port lease and the erection of necessary works to handle log traffic and general cargo. The discussion covers revenue, wharf facilities, and the proposed removal of a workshop from the inlet area, with varying opinions on the engineer's cost estimates and site impacts.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss a Cairns wharf lease for storage and possible dredger erection. Mentions board action and shipping operations with references to storage, dredging equipment, and lease terms in unclear context. No clear dates, persons, or organizations fully identifiable.
The report notes wharves in similar condition to prior records with urgent decking and flooring repairs completed. Six new fenders, a lifebuoy, and boat hooks added. cargo in sheds at maximum capacity and consignees delaying removal within the 48 hour window. Dredging started September 3 near No 4 wharf but delayed by berthing Mourilyan and barge dumping times. Soundings show entrance channel minimum depth around 6 feet 8 inches. four weeks data record 74 vessels totaling 52,141 tons gross with many berthing at the Board’s wharves. Water supply figures for concrete piles recorded.
Proceedings from October 17 1913 reveal debates over extending the ferroconcrete wharf by 120 feet, installing a traveling crane, and building sheds for ore, timber and other materials. A lease issue delays decisions as to cost and whether Roomey’s or Lyon’s wharf will be used for specific cargo.
The board considered tenders for a travelling crane and ordered them to be summarized for the Executive's recommendation at the next meeting. A motion to rescind a resolution on the ferro concrete wharf distance was noted. The next meeting was set for November 1.
The Melbourne Cup field near last minute changes as Royal Scotch shows potential to start. Scratching hurts Caulilelg Cup chances while a veterinary examination confirms a tender foot but improvement expected tomorrow.
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