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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 28, 1909

Page

2

Cairns Agricultural Association to Discuss Future Prospects

On the eve of the annual general meeting the Cairns Agricultural Pastoral and Mining Association invites discussion on the institution’s position and prospects. The show and exhibition plans, financial health, rule changes, and community support are highlighted as essential to the district’s prosperity.

Cairns Agriculturel Pastoral and Mining Association Shawn Martial Permses Ceria Perety Tow Sabcrihe Eam Cairns

Cafe Royal Menu Snapshot in Confectionery and Drinks

The Cafe Royal offers confectionery and creams, tea, coffee, cocoa, cake and a wide range of iced drinks. It serves fruits of all kinds and meals around the clock with fish and oyster suppers available.

Tanami prospects and hopes for development rise

The article notes Tanami's difficult prospecting conditions with ironstone gravel and common pests like flies and mosquitos. It mentions Mr Temby planning a return to Tasmania, Mr T Brown’s long Territory residence, and South Australian Government efforts to develop Tanami. A large number of miners are moving toward Tanami, while wells and roads are being laid out to support growth.

Tanami Temby Tasmami St T. Brown Ord Wella

Northern Territory gold prospects and a mining leader’s tour

Mr Harver in charge of Pine Creek Government diamond drilling plant in the Northern Territory travels south to Melbourne. He discusses Territory mining prospects with Mr Warner, noting gold depths around 1238 feet, potentially 1600 feet vertically. He cites lower miner incentives in the Territory and doubts a return there.

Harver Pine Creek Northwe Territory Melbourne Warner 3 Territory North Stretk Tarvey Hare

Mining Wires and Brilliance in Early 20th Century Odds

A fragmented mining betting list shows various names such as Brilliant Central, Brilliant Deeps, East Mexican, Marshall's Queen, and Pfeiffer's with scores and odds like 5/0, 6/7, 3/6, and 7/8. The page cites terms palds and paids with frequent misreads, presenting a dense catalog of wagers, game outcomes, and potential bets across multiple entries.

Trenche Dunder Brilliant Brilliaut Central Brilliamt Deeps Brilliant Block Pale Kalamadaw Marshall's Queen Paids Millis” United New Frilliant Freholds Pfeiffer’s Pride

Metal Markets Reported London Prices December

The Metal Markets column shows copper spot prices at £7 18s 9d to £56 18s 9d, for Ward £57 15s to CoA, tin at £138 12s 6d to £139 25s, and forward tin £140 10s to £141 per unit.

London Ward

Townsville man injured in Strand Baths accident

Strand Baths scramble to aid Mackay district resident Mr Synge after a fall at low tide. He struck his head on the pool bottom and was taken to hospital in a serious condition with skull and spine injuries.

Townsville Soeon Strand BR. Synge Mackay Grantale Mr. Synge Tr. Loomey Quem Synge Andy Hosital Imapathies They Persivsie Lees Toiler Meck Ay Northerm Fruit Preserving Company

Avexte of Corpses in a Galloping Adventure

Fragmentary text describes a rider in fading light navigating a vast featureless plain. He cuts through an avenue of fallen enemies, the snow drift guiding him as he pursues a perilous path in a cold, warlike landscape.

Meyendroll Rosen Frenchnem

New Seasons Display At Bates Philp And Company

Display advertisement announces new season goods at Bates Philp and Company Limited. Highlights include latest designs in print, silks, muslins, mother of pearl fabrics, laces, and embroidered silk items. An emphasis on decorative fabrics and fashion accessories appears throughout the notice.

Bates Philp & ComPany. Limited

Notable NOTES AND NEWS items and figures

Financial figures show sugar and coal metrics, with sugar at 736 and sucrone 16.02 per ton. The Catholic Young Men’s Society hosts a complimentary gathering for Iber man Society members and guests. St John’s Church fund-raising and theatre plans feature new scenery and costumes. Railway receipts for the Chilean Company rise to £864 monthly, £248,349 for six months, vs last year. A mid-September report notes tonnages, silver Telex and coal figures for September.

Chile Sethweber

Amisance Committee Plans Christmas Sport Events

A Cairns Ambulance brigade committee special meeting discussed a £45 programme for Christmas sports. A band contest and solo acts were planned with five bands, including the Cairns Items Band, signed up to compete.

Cairns Ambulance W.H. Kelly Tyrie HL Kelly M. J. Hogan Cairns Ititems

Oddfellows Excursion Train To Mareeba For Sports Day

An Oddfellows excursion train will depart Cairns for Mareeba on King's Birthday at 1.15 pm with return from Mareeba at 5.50 pm. The event promotes a holiday outing and includes Mareeba host and marching band entertainment for the sports gathering.

Mareeda United Sports Cuiina Marechba MOF Mareeba King’s Hirthesy Tbese Cairns Ty Onder

Valves and men's wear at Kelly's advertised

The ad lists men s wear and accessories with attractive prices including two shod pairs of shoes, Champion balmorais and straw hats. It promotes new shapes and styles including boaters and Pett hats, plus the Adtostroy razor claimed as the only all strong safety razor on the market.

Kelly's Uni Balmerais Kelly Abbote

Settlers from Overseas at Framcy British Exhibition

Report on incoming colonial settlers arriving by vestry Grange and Framcy British Exhibition. Parties engage in farm labour and learning to manage their own selections while gaining experience for local work. References German and Dutch families, with details of districts and leadership, plus a note on a famed Bordeaux claret and its handling in the market.

Gonwindlj Vestry Grange Pastor Fernoth Melbourne Queensland Dulacca

Insolvency Discharge Granted to Carters Towers Miner

Told By Telegraph Townsville reports the Supreme Court approved a certificate of discharge in insolvency for George Albert Gibson of Carters Towers. The miner, declared insolvent five years ago, receives relief from his debts under the ruling handed down today.

Townsville Wanneslay Supreme Court George Albert Gibson Carters Towers Miner

Trade of Townsill Town Exports and Imports

The value of exports for the month ending 21 October totaled £51,000 with main items including a nook and other goods. Imports reached £34,580, indicating a substantial trade balance for the period.

Ssville

Milman Telegram Receives Home Secretary Update

A telegram was received by the Home Secretary this afternoon concerning Mr Hoch Milman of the Government Residence on Thursday Island. The message details an unspecified development in Milman's status or location.

School Paper Supply Arranged by Government Printer

The Government Printer plans to arrange a monthly school paper supply replacing the current private firm. The change points to ongoing reforms in school communications and aims to streamline distribution for the coming term.

Yaeking Arrangemente Othe Bevinnine Sear Pratwm

Brisbane Fire Destroys Four Rooms in Upper Storey

A blaze at a lower Albert Street premises occupied by a machinist Jock Quay gutted four rooms on the top floor and damaged betting and furniture. The cause is believed to be chimney overheating though a Howe’s house fire nearby caused only slight damage.

Aohinachem Jock Quay Lower Albert Street Teswing Howe

Accelerated Service In Brisbane Mail Route Trial

Brief notice describes a new rapid courier service enabling passengers to travel from Weedes to Brisbane by night mail, with arrival planned at Sydney station by Thursday morning. Officials including F. Thallon indicate improvements to speed and schedule, aiming to connect Wildstamate and Brishany through the main mail train timing at Tin a.m.

Brisbane Wednnesday Tineera Brishany Tin A.m F. Thallon Ube Mrishare

Ministerial return outlines program for upcoming session

The article notes a delegation returning from abroad to discuss distress programmes for the coming session. It mentions careful consideration for the preparation of the Petites and a necessary focus on alterations the financial settlement may cause in statutory positions if ratified by the Federal variation. Mr. Kiviston says the session length depends on the outcome of these efforts.

Abitet Celine Jacinda Kiviston

Bankrupt George Plowman Arrested For Refusal To Answer

In Sydney on Wednesday bankrupt George Plowman appeared under a warrant for contempt of court at the Bankruptcy Court. He refused to answer questions, claiming wrongful arrest and intending to seek further examination. His Honor ordered the bankrupt remanded to prison.

Sydney George Plowman Uber Phinkeruptcy Court

Frozen Meat Activity Signals Slaughterhouse Shortages

In So sev, Aberdeen yards report higher beef prices with a 3 percent rise per hundred and an 8 shillings 60 pence increase per hundred. Slaughtermen’s Union secretary Mr Furze says demand outstrips supply as workers from Victoria to West Australia cannot be secured, even with travel fare offers.

Sosev Aberdeen Furze Slaughtermen’s Union Thane Victoria South Abstradim Queensland Tasumenia West Australia

Alleged Libel Suit Involving Insurance Firms Continues

The case concerns insurance companies seeking damages from the National Mutual Life Association over libel. Evidence was presented by several witnesses tied to the defendant. The hearing continued with a Clarion article referenced and the matter remaining unresolved.

Ance Company National Mutual Life Association Festersay Witneva Clarion

Tasmanian Politics Shakeup Signals Labour Return

Hobart report notes a government crisis as an order for dissolution looms and Labour leader Jawis appears poised to reclaim power after a turbulent period in Tasmanian politics.

Hobart Jawis

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