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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1916
Page
2
Fragmentary roll of honour notices lists local names such as Ratt and Reser with unclear descriptions. It mentions Neots and surrounding areas and appears to record service or memorial entries with missing details and garbled words.
Shipping notices show Beis Puilp and Co licites arranging vessel movements with frequent arrivals at Towneyville and departures to Timenandte. AUSN steamers schedule stops at Towneyilly and Senay with calls at Markxyn Teestay Beishvne and Thwrsitih Tieresvele. Voyages extend to Sydney Melbourne and Bristare with returns planned to Sydney and Towanville by end of period.
Unclear telegraphic fragment describes Fearnley and Co passenger movement toward Imey Wong Kong station and a timestamp around Marsboeoer day. Mentions Linely and Cinta Toke Live with reference to codes possibly indicating travel or ship itinerary.
Partial readable text hints at travel movements between towns and dates with scattered names and verbs. The fragment mentions Malbourne, Towneville, and groups moving on a Friday toward Monday with references to Brishace and Nort Demglas. Details are fragmented and non coherent.
Local residents report confusion over phases and timelines as officials struggle to clarify plans and duties. Community leaders urge transparency while awaiting detailed guidance from authorities.
Fragmentary OCR reads of a coastal weather item note tides and times around an offshore event. Key terms include tides, wind, and date context, but many letters are garbled. The readable pieces suggest a brief notice about ocean conditions and a timetable.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention mining interests, franchises, and local trades. Names like Mr He and Andree appear with uncertain roles amid references to coal, tires, and local businesses. The text lacks coherent events or dates to solidify an item.
Allegations arise over diphtheria cases in Cairns as aldermen call for swift measures. Mayor urges investigation of schools with doctors to verify illness at issue. Doctors report most cases not showing diphtheria yet council debates hospital focus and patient protection amid public concern.
Unclear OCR text presents fragmented share data with names such as CH Towers Guinher Benne Dusilee Nonnie Nirth Molliany Meek Clarks Bow Ua Mosidta and numbers like 9 3, 6 9, and 8.1. The readable items resemble a stock or share listing but lack coherent details or context.
The readable text fragment shows a garbled string likely from OCR. It contains no clear names, places, dates, or events to identify a coherent news item or outcome for a summary.
A fragment describes a local event involving a horse and a rider at a station. The text mentions Cairo and a move toward a meeting or action, but the phrases are garbled leaving limited readable facts. Further context would clarify names, places, and outcomes.
K C Woodward to auction household goods of Mrs M Boyle at 2 pm next Thursday at Auzac Honte opposite Norman Park. Sale aims for high bids as registration of aliens and local police updates accompany the day.
Local notices report conscription discussions and a large clearance sale at Burns Philp Co with bargains on clothing and footwear. The item lists include conscription meetings and prices on tweed suits trousers and shoes, with references to civic figures and a Melbourne meeting excerpt.
Fragmented remarks from a press conference reveal the Premier’s call for unity as tensions rise over party loyalty. Reports describe private notes and letters from Fibelly and Ryan. the premier stresses absolute loyalty and avoids public controversy while confirming ongoing discussions within the government.
A fragmentary report notes a person named Trew yo eight a membere leaving Towne on Thursday morning for a Rimunda camp. Details on motive or destination remain unclear in the OCR text.
In a full court session Judge Rickson discussed the Dickson Award amid debate over travel and costs. The proceedings referenced the Industrial Court and Queensland law as factors shaping the award and whether to cover travelling expenses for others.
In Melbourne October 10 the Treasurer Mr Wiggs said he had received a letter from Mr F Crawford president of the Sugar Growers Association asking the Premier of Queensland where he would act. A telegram from the Minister for Trade and a further message from the Ministry followed.
A hospital event in Cairns District featured Mr. William Adin and Mr. Authes with Pianela Co representatives entertaining patients. The Skipper sang songs as patients joined in, the matron guided tours, and donors lent items. overall satisfaction noted by all concerned.
Local reports indicate the cotward signs strike has ceased and the pal osee have been withdrawn. The company says putters in gardieg will return to normal operations, with inverse delays easing in the Abogetior period.
A garbled report from Hore Secretary discusses actions at Mount Cuthbert and a hotel matter. Authorities promised inquiry and potential licensing consideration, though text is unclear about specifics or outcomes.
The Calran Bartow Board held a monthly session addressing the dredge and wenchshow closure. Air. Pease challenged the chairman over alleged concealment of the board’s financial condition. The dismissal is described as a poor action by some attendees.
Unclear OCR text describes a parliamentary session with actions and public reaction. Key terms hint at a formal decision or law passage and mounting demonstrations. No concrete names or dates are readable.
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