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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1919
Page
7
Fragmented OCR yields a rainfall table from Cairns with mixed codes and numbers. It hints at monthly totals and voter race references but is largely unreadable. No clear events or persons emerge to anchor a concise, factual card.
Fragmentary Mosman Herald report describes showers bringing relief to thirsty tanks and a rising housing shortage. Mentions cane crushing operations, local meetings, and plans for a possibly fruitful harvest next year. References to town life, residents, and district concerns across multiple topics in a single dated update.
A farewell empire concert was held in the Council Chambers with about four present. Mr Cusack, popular bank manager, and family prepared to depart for Normanton, while discussions covered public positions, local committees, water supply plans, cattle movements from Strathmore, and an influenza outbreak prompting health measures at the State Station.
A social and dance at Faalord Hall in Qetober 1th for the school drew about 200 attendees. The hall was decoratively adorned with evergreens and the floor was excellent, with dances well patronised. Entertainment in the interval included jokes by Mrs Stevens and Mr Green, praised by all. The evening progressed with reception and refreshments organized by Mrs Stevens and Mrs Green, as credited by the General Manager.
An advertisement touts a laxative product named Laso-Tone Ville claiming rapid relief from constipation and headaches by cleansing the intestines and reducing stomach distress. It urges taking two teaspoons before meals to produce clear-headed health for months, promising elimination of excess iron and toxins.
Residents of Malabda and district are invited to a free herbal consultation with John Abbott, a consulting herbal practitioner. The event targets Friday, with details on location at Milanda Show and Engi tek Canons cases of skhoew Fo Jobm Abbot, and involvement by local officials.
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