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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 21, 1909
Page
2
Tenders invited for cutting five ears undergresth on Portion 41v Parish of shia adjoining Soren area for fencing about 35 chains. Further particulars from W Jones Beneien Farm Maringa Mul Ce.
A notice states Rudolf Thom desires to attract Cairns and district patrons to Cafe Royal premises opposite the Palace Hotel and hopes to be favored with a fair share of public patronage.
Fragmentary notes claim Carlton Brewery is amid a shake up as Opal ity to the orst consiseration of the Trewer, with references to Opacity and a strewing plant in the world.
Local trade item lists J and Pease merchants for North Queensland offering errmts and refreshment and supper services. The note references J and Pease as providers with unspecified details about location or schedule.
The Girdis Bros Nelson shop announces a ladies tea room with a wide range of teas cold drinks and a confectionery selection. Located opposite the Melgrave Will and next to Mr W Greenwood's Hotel the shop pledges to be open for customers.
The document lists numerous race events with names such as FIRST HORSE TO START, FLYING HANDICAP, STWARMAN'S PURSE, FINASLEIGH TANDICAP, HASEPICAP HACK BACK, MERCHANTS PLATE, C MES BRACELET, SELLING CUDITER RACE and Lasses Bracelet. It covers seven furlongs to one mile, with nominations, start times, prize money, and weight conditions. It notes weights and acceptances, deadlines, and secretary deadlines for entries and weights, including December dates and notice to be given by 4 pm.
Kingsman an Arab stallion of rich brown colour, sired by Kingsworth and out of Fairy, won first prize for grade ro in 1907 1908 and 1909. He also placed at Ber ing in 1907 1908 and excelled as a jumper at Southport 1907. He achieved second in the Owen Hunters and high jump in Nerame, with further wins in Maiden Hunters Open Hunters and high jumps.
Auction notice for sale of an aerated water factory in Cairns. Includes first class plant with gas engine, 3A rack machine, large supply siphons and bottles, horse and carts. Good trade, satisfactory reason for selling. Full particulars and price on application to A J Deaper Cairns.
Mrs A E Gibson recounts relief from digestive issues after trying Sheridan's Digestive tablets. Before use she feared eating but now she can eat well without side effects. The testimonial highlights improved appetite and tolerance.
At St Monica's Church Cairns on October 3 the Rev Father Downey of Nelson wed Gertrude Ofrien Cairns third daughter of the late Michael Ofrien of Westumberland.
The half yearly meeting at Brookmen's Twitching Adelaide heard the directors report. Work at the Hiredlaugh mine to 185 level faced heavy costs and stoppage due to water and rock, with a 12 month tribute arrangement and tiered royalties. New Hendinagh and Wit Irishemn properties secured leases enabling future work. several crushings by tributers yielded concentrates and royalties totaled £120. Retirement of director Meo J Fo Cuimore was rejected.
Adelaide suppliers led by Mr. Francis H. Seow publish September metal price averages. Copper shows slight advance with standard copper around £54 4d per ton and and premium selections near £62 2s 6d. Silver trades at 25 Bal 24 Sid per ounce, spelter around £22 Lin dh per ton, with other listings from Welbourne and Mesars Flier Smith and Co.
Fragmentary list shows names and dates such as Ron nie Jumdee Brilliant i Frilliant Central and Ariltiam Deeps with numbers like 57 3/6 2/7. Entries reference Adelaide telegraph tracking and Mount Molloy codes 0/11 and 2/4 2/9 2/11.
Fragmentary stock data mentions Chillagoe Mungana Mt Molloy and Molloy with prices and dates. The readable items reference a stock exchange anniversary and various figures such as 278 and 5 3/4 but lack coherent event details or context.
The article notes the rise of the Boy Scout movement in Queensland Australia with hundreds of youths joining. It highlights Mr Snow as Chief Scout Master, outlines ranks and training, describes the uniform, and envisions a disciplined cadre of young citizens shaping the region’s future.
The Australian Sugar Journal questions Maxwell accepting an advisory post to the Commonwealth on star growth, arguing the growers and manufacturers fear conflicts with industry interests. The Australian Sugar Producers' Association backs growers, while critics claim the Victorian government is out of touch and Maxwell lacks support from the sugar sector.
Mr W Mighell secretary to the Molecrave WI Co tells the Post that over 38 000 cwt of cane have been crushed at the mill this season correcting a prior misprint of 21 000 tons.
A New Zealand arrival at Coirnmy in Mr Crichton to settle in North Queensland reports to The Post that he plans extended stay until season end. He aims for suitable cream spots, notes rich lands around Cairns railway, with Ross River and Pinkenta mentioned. Rees plans a season of four to five months to reform growth and provide steady employment for local meat works men.
The Waterside Workers Association at their meeting urged Northern crews to back a 20 percent banana duty rise. Mr W. H Barford urged action, while Mr Fotey and Mrs Chem resigned from posts. Cane harvest begins steadily as Homebush aims to close in five weeks, with Vansil arrangements and Mr C Kemmis expected to secure broad approval. Farm labourers face wage-rate disputes as cane growers resist government rates for off-season work.
Report on the new stone crusher plant test with power from a 2 cylinder engine, and remarks on a council discussion about the weights and measures board. The mayor notes legal ambiguities and the need for consistent government inspections, while Alderman Draper pushes action to recover lost revenues.
Supreme Court hears on a probate matter involving James Rewnirée late of Nelson and Cairns with Victor Hannam acting for Mary Smith. The case proceeds in Sydney with a financial settlement noted as £11 per share or per unit.
The Arbitration Court continues with the case against the Yomi Giredde in a Batwing death incident. Evidence and witness accounts are heard as parties seek resolution on the settlement and related claims.
In Sydney on Wednesday Ler Sing faced trial for the murder of May Phillipe of Moree. The jury returned a verdict of guilty, delivering a decisive conclusion to the case.
The Master Builders Sydney conference yesterday outlined new procedures for construction projects after discussions with officials. The meeting, led by President of the Builders Council, urged preparation of a fistful material plan and a formal code of youth rules to be submitted to the State.
In Wellington Christchurch case Roberts is charged with the crime in connection with the murder of the girl Newmen. Police found a letter showing intent to kill himself if unable to be with the girl.
Sir Joseph Ward said during a Canada passage he received a letter from the Imperial South African Service requesting 320 acres of freehold land. The Association noted a similar offer to Canada but it was set aside. Ward added a Seattle ferry service line could be established between Wellington and Seattle.
The Tasmanian cabinet lineup after the Labour party selection places Berle and Pootier as key ministers with the remainder allocated to roles such as General and Education, Chief Secretary and Mailways, and Treasurer. The government assigns a representative to the Commonwealth, tied to a major merchant firm.
Morning court session before Mr PF Grant PM yields verdicts for the claimants in undefended matters. Cases include Om Lee v Hang Om for goods sold and delivered, 69 12 conte 5/6. Sarah Dan trading as High Class Tailors v Constableowns £575 costs 1/6. Henrietta Duffy v G Crighton money due lodging £2/16 verdict for plaintiff. Donnelly v G Anderson board and lodging £5/4/6 costs 8. Melick v James Wegan goods sold £1/10 costs 3/0.
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