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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 19, 1922
Page
4
The article discusses sugar supply and price prospects for 1921, noting lower world availability and potential price support. It cites Queensland canegrowers, export regulations during the war, and possible backlash from South Australian and Western markets. It mentions auctions in Presbyteran Hall and local notices, plus a Mareeba funeral and private music services in Gordonvale and Edmonton.
A noisy, disjointed account mentions Keriden Bireet Sir Kin and Galen at an event labeled as opening anniversary celebration. It references schedules, vendors, and supplies with unclear names and dates, noting a weekend demand and a marker related to local oat en. The text includes garbled phrases about ale, pumpline, and a revival context, implying a community gathering with technical and service details.
Shipping notices list arrivals and departures from Sydney Melbourne and Fremantle with several vessels and routes. The Canberra sails to Cairns via Brisbane on October 24, while Calent departs Melbourne for Sydney and Brisbane on October 2. The Taiymen arrives at Caius boat hard Ger nd jorne on November 2, and Freemantle is due October 15 en route from London to Squivey. Kuranda clocked to Townville via Wyree with a 6 pm departure, Merriwa to load sugar and tow timber for Sydney, and Aritta due at Betcit Toad Tone end of the period.
A partial OCR text fragment lists several player attributes and numbers including forwards, scores, and a price like 14.85. It mentions American electrolytic and dates but lacks coherent event or outcome context. The readable data suggests a sports card or roster snippet with player positions and values rather than a complete article.
Fragmented notice recollects MEMORYAS GATES with loving remembrance. The brief line laments a departed loved one and honors family bonds in a scrap of obituary style text, mentioning a mother and possible kin.
A historic tax ruling indicates bonus shares issued by M78 Company may be exempt from income tax. The commissioner notes the exemption applies to certain capitalization actions, with refunds and adjustments to taxpayers following valid claims. Market and broker notes reference Brisbane cattle and produce trading, with limited sales and price reports.
The Cairns Post discusses a Melbourne news reception and a New York Facey Abate Swat article on global crop prospects. It notes Europe’s increasing demand, an expected tight supply, and a carry over deficit for China or Japan and 1,200,000 coins carryover with a 300,000 ton deficit by December. It cites figures for the current year and an American concern over reduced estimates.
Tonight in Aquatic Hall the Social Committee hosts an invitation dance for members and guests. Tickets and seats are priced, with arrangements including refreshments and musical entertainment by local artists.
Gortonvale Police Court found Wille King’s death in Mulgrave River to be accidental while under the influence of drink after an autopsy drawn by the bench. The report also notes upcoming auctions of crepe de chine frocks and other goods, with further furniture auction details by J. Skeen and associates at Abbott Street near St John’s Church, on Friday 20 October at 2:30 pm.
Winners announced from Bannon competition include Cairnsi-Pyramid Bag by Blackwell and Ee lam Heken No, with Witt Rutgers presenting. Charl No 12 Tea Service won by Smellie and Coy. Mr WoW. Friend won another prize. Concert in aid of Ame Balance funds drew record attendance. Mr E W Maunder led the program with praise for organizers and performers.
A chaotic scene at Babinds Hallway sparked by a rumor of a diamond theft. A porter pursued a five pound reward after a fast search, while bystanders joked about the ground and a potential arrival of Billy Hughes. The incident left locals amused yet puzzled as investigators questioned a trembling crowd for clues. The Sugar Journal notes ongoing discussions on sugar industry finances and mill operations as context shifts to broader trades.
The Chamber of Commerce protests the exclusion of North Queensland from the cotton delegation visit. Officials claim lack of prior notice prevented timely representations and call for better communication with the Commonwealth Government. The letter asks why a major topic of topical importance was not shared earlier.
Fragmented OCR text describes agricultural mixtures and soil chemistry with references to Progressive Farmers, Gardena, and Fearnley’s Manorial products. It mentions fertilizers, nitrogen and potash content, and advice on fertilizer blends. The piece includes awkward names and garbled quotes about chamber of commerce activity and town meetings. The overall tone suggests a late 19th or early 20th century agricultural trade discussion with officials from the New Quinte Mal service and New Gareth Chart meeting notes.
A fragmented report describes a recent inlaid hall event with fancy coats and music acts including Gin and a Mick Court appeal. Local men faced charges while attendees listed several performers and ballroom routines amid a noisy carnival atmosphere. details are unclear and some names appear garbled.
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