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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1915
Page
2
Letters of Administration issued under sections 1 3 4 and 6 of the town by the Office of the Registrar Truss. Cavest may lodge within 21 days. Notice concerns Pere state allotments and particulars of win or other issue.
A Victorian era notice announces a competitive examination for vacancies in the Public Service. The test will be conducted in Brisbane and other centers on January 5th and 6th 1818. Open to educationally qualified candidates aged 18 to under 19 at the date of examination. successful entrants cannot be appointed before 18. Salary 72 per annum with possible advancement. Authority Arthur, solicitor for the residents.
Fragmentary notice states a Mine Managers Certificates examination will be held at a central venue on Monday December 6 1515. Intending candidates must notify by November 15 1515 to the Chairman of the Board of Examiners Mine Department Brisbane, forw arding testimonials of character and experience and Warden's exempt ion for the regulation fee of f y for first class and £1 for second class.
In Cairns district the license opens at 1 o clock am on Thursday November 11 at the Cairns Land Office. The rent is 1 per square tile. Two lots of 6 and 7 square miles are offered, located about 16 to 12 miles west of Cairns in the parishes of Fit i. For particulars contact the Land Agent, Cairns.
London reports copper at 28/5 to 79/10 forward 12/18, tin 150/18 to 151/5, forward 159, lead 35/7/6 to 23/13, spalter 88 pose and silver 2a 15-16d.
A critical column argues that the Anti-Conscription League is led by the Unteachables who deny wartime peril and reject humanitarian warnings. It cites posters inciting recruitment fears and mocks the supporters as credibly misled yet sincere in their wrong headed stance.
A Cairns Red Cross report notes Mrs Hides reports her son in England convalescent. The piece reflects on wartime politics and conscription debates. It mentions Hospital Saturday on November 5 and Corporal M Mareh injured at the Dardanelles now in London Hospital. Messrs Griffiths and Macdonnell travel toward Brisbane for future records.
An auctioneer Mr J G Weare will offer household fur niture from J H Bawcher of Aplinesd Sanhe. The listing appears incomplete but indicates a sale of a fine lot at two percent premium in today’s listing.
George Sheppard was committed for trial to the next sittings of Cairns District Court on a charge of robbery with violence.
Private Christensen, a returned wounded soldier, arrived this morning and was welcomed at Townsville Town Hall by the Mayor and several aldermen. The article notes ongoing effects of his injuries and references a dye selection: blue, dark brown, and light brown, with 24 bottles available through Kelty chemist.
A dramatic adaptation from Alexandre Dumas presented by Othe Freres at Cairne Theatre. The tale set in Paris during religious strife follows Marguerite as she aids Henry of Navarre against the Catholic League, including the perilous plot, clandestine meeting, and execution scene.
A fragmented review of a film featuring Tillie and Charlie in a melodramatic plot. The piece notes the rise of audience chatter, gales of laughter at certain escapades, and a climactic riot scene. Tillie is framed by a scheming father and a wealth-seeking marriage.
Mayers Rootman promotes the Feoterry Shopping Centre as a place to find well fitting easy footwear for men. Shoppers are encouraged to visit for comfort and style while spending modestly.
An old advertisement notes four fine array of enamelled malts boxes with mounted, cut glass details. It promises customization on perfume and quality, with prices from 3d to 2 shillings, inviting readers to write for particulars to Collis in the Lane Street, Uhemia Crim.
At Palace Theatre another program changes featuring Vi cien Rich David Lithgos and Jack Hehardeon stars in The Test of the Peak drama. A romantic tale set amid mountains and wealth with a fatal conclusion. Also includes Seen in Swedish Norway and strong comedies. Plan to visit or call Phome 24.
The Austral Theatre presents a varied program featuring films from Welded Sobtiers Fund and Charles Chaclim, plus veldeville, serials, and two dramas. The Mayor will attend and speak. Demsy and Moody perform. a High Jami fling and other acts entertain.
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