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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 26, 1929
Page
15
Letter from J W Hayes of Atherton, October 24, corrects a Cairns Post report dated October 22 about Dr V McDowall’s radium address. Hayes disputes the claim of one gramme and restates the approximate total in Australia, detailing government, Cancer Trust, and import contributions totaling about eleven grammes.
Melbourne observers report Mr. Duggan, defeated candidate, burst into loud reaction after Henry's call in Parliament elections. The crowd jeered or cheered, while Fuss with hosting duties drew criticism as many accused Duggan of not accepting defeat like a sportsman.
In Canberra on October 24 the Prime Minister J H Scuthee and other Cabinet members acted for a talkie filmed in the House of Representatives chamber. Three films totaling about 3000 feet were shot for distribution in various regions including Britain America and English speaking countries.
Proceedings cover price fixing and assembly debate on public works and mining. MPs from Labor and Nationalists discuss Bowen mine operations, Mt Isa leases, coal handling for export, and government inquiries. Premier defends actions, circulars on insurers, and adjournment after third reading of the bill.
Melbourne observers report heavy damage to J C Williamson's His Majesty's Theatre from a fire at four o clock in the morning. The upper auditorium and stage were burned and the roof damaged. The cause of the fire is unknown.
Mr. T. R. Hall urged Cairns Chamber of Commerce to back a Tableland farmers market to sell back-country vegetables and fruit directly to the public. Supported by Atherton bodies, the plan envisions morning opening, daylong sales, farmer stalls, and end‑day auctions under City Council control, with questions about organisation and local distribution discussed.
The message promotes a comprehensive modern Accountancy program offered by the B.I.A. in Australia. It claims the course is the most up-to-date practical training, with lifelong support from the Institute and aims to prepare students for examinations and real business needs. It urges prompt application for full particulars.
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