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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 25, 1916
Page
4
Donnell and Hahwam solicitors appear in a high court case involving the Commonwealth and New Zealand. The document lists MacDonald and Mess Dinut connected to the matter.
In memoriam note lists a name sequence and faded details. The fragmented text honors a person with unclear dates and place references, reflecting a religious or community obituary style amid garbled OCR.
A 31 year old man, Adam Goddis, died at Tonistail Hospital on Tuesday after a severe illness. Officials report the death as the result of a long illness, with family awaiting a formal coroner's report.
Readable fragments detail captains ships crews and docking notes with unclear names and places. The text mixes personnel such as Sergeants captains and corparation references, but lacks coherent dates or locations for a clear summary.
Fragmentary ship notices show Sam, Pipa Ca, Leet in eee Ea Gere cee Fee sailing from Cairns to ports including Sydney and Maryborough. Vessels like Phat Sis and Briphine depart Friday and Sunday with uncertain arrivals, while The hie Bethe Tibrwin sails via Burke Lane with planned ports and dates.
Readable segments show arrivals and departures for Allan Steamships and others with days of the week and ports like Cooktown and Gowrie. Phrases are garbled but indicate planned sailings, week-by-week timing, and notices of re routing or delays. Entities include town names Towne Gowrie Cooktown and days Monday Wednesday Friday.
The steamer Kuranda faced very heavy weather en route from Faraday to Cairne, with Captain Middietna steering through rough seas. The vessel maintained a naval-repellent stance while the Marlor SMeetert crew landed cargo and discharged the sac rathocreamed. heavy seas and weather delays followed, but no further details are clear.
Readable lines reference a chaotic discussion around a chamber and a plan to take action. Mentions Fallon and Finke with a looming instigation and potential conflict. Names appear garbled, but the overall item hints at an imminent political or military move.
New season robe lengths and delicate fabrics arrive at Miss Harris Victoria Homes for ladies and children's wear. The latest styles include embroidered organdies voile mum linings and floral veils. Attractive prices and prompt availability.
A fragmented advertisement shows Graham & Matheson LTD as ore buyers with listings across multiple Australian locations including Charters Towers Melbourne and Port Kembla. The note mentions sources of ore such as gold silver lead concentrates and bears refernces to representatives and contact points.
Commercial notes show Bris bane firm and workers discussing date changes and partial improvements. Mentions workers, value shifts, and prime rates with percentages and trades involving Noggees, Markey, and others in a troubled but improving market scene.
Fragmentary report shows hides and tallow trades with mixed rates and cautious sale outcomes. Mentions buyers and sellers covering medium and heavy hides, wool shorts, and tallow with few gains as market sentiment shifts upward in parts of the trade.
Fragmentary OCR notes list individuals Celene Brack Rachenpe and Gilmore with birth dates and locations such as St Mumgo St Andrew and Chillagoe. Additional scattered terms include Wakes, Lode, Comte, Kitanadag, and vague mine references like Vand Date ML pase.
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled references to bites, horve, cows, and dates. reader cannot determine a coherent event, names, or locations from the readable fragments. no clear news item or outcome is identifiable.
The Full Court considers major changes to the Tick wom Award amid Labour Lordship concerns. Acting Judge Bicksor’s ruling on retrospective payments looms, with implications for farmers and workers as the industry seeks relief and government accountability.
A chaotic wartime column urges support for the Reinforcements Referendum and aid to soldiers. It cites Victorian era figures, calls for votes on October 28, and promotes safety through increased production, donations in kind, and organized mills to assist men overseas.
A lengthy report describes a social evening at the Masonic Hall with dancing and vocal items, gifts to volunteers, and thanks from church and scout representatives. It notes funds and attendance, a Boy Scouts presentation, and a list of volunteers honored at the event.
Waddell Jim and DC Version Primtary service figures led a Mirriwinni farmers group. Officials discussed meeting scheduling, salary rises for Hewett to eight pounds weekly, and arrangements for a charity event at the theatre with a strong turnout planned.
A local outdoor picnic organized by Caieng Band drew neighbors for a day of music, games, and socializing. Attendees enjoyed a marching tune, decorated tables, and a warm community welcome led by President H. Marry. the event highlighted local goodwill and fellowship after a period of celebration and effort.
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