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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 29, 1929
Page
9
Ships In Port Sailings This Week
Colac at No 4 sails this week. Canadian Britiseer at No £ sails.
Maritime Shipping Movements and Schedules Noted
A detailed list of ships and their routes, departures, arrivals, and ports across Cairns, Townsville, Sydney, Melbourne, Singapore, Yokohama, and other ports. Vessels include the Malabar, St Albans, Tanda, Taiping, Morinda, Nellore, Colac, and Junee with dates ranging October through January.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Cairns
Ormiston Neive Sorihera
Townsville
Singapore
St. Albans
Cyiens
Yokohama
Chita
Japan
Sandakan
Changte Ek
Hong Kong
Aires
Morinda
Payman
ALSN
Macerenba
Melbourne
B.isn
Nellore
E and A. Line
Kallating
Gullre
Sydney
Dee Carns
Canonbar
Due Garay
Colac
Mel
Dwuree
Kalfarli Ys Duz
Vacuom Oil Company
Tech New York
Entralian
Cairne
Fenner
Camna
Woodlow
Ela BS
Oskperk
Arcturus
Cary
Orerveas
Lille
Cairnston
Merses
Howard Smith Ltd
Rl Alles and Sons
Lomfian
Fire Brigade Board Reports Two Fire Calls and Drills
The Cairns Fire Brigade Board held its monthly meeting in the secretary’s office. Chief officer T Warner presented the report noting two calls this month. The first to E Rhoades Martyn Street involved a kitchen fire caused by a child lighting benzine. no damage and insurance on contents covered. The second to M Swanson Martyn Street was a fire in a building that burned to the ground. details not yet in hand. Two drills were held this month with strong attendance. The staff change included B L I being placed in the role and reported actions by the chief officer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
WA. Collins
Whedward
Gairms Fire Brigade Board
Waserary
Nthrers Igs Igelndeg Maas Rs
A. Apthersee
T. Warner
C Draper
Mes
E. Rhoades
M. Swanson
Dip
Berndt
Market Report from Brisbane on October 28 Prices
Rosuasrver lucerne chaff held firm with high close samples at 8/4 and 7/6 a side. Lucerne hay in fair supply sold in rough condition at $ and weathered hay at various rates. Potatoes mostly unchanged with some sales and refusals. Pumpkins slow with limited clearance at 13/6 to 10/9. Wheat and maize in light supply sold around 5/ and 4/8 to 4/7 respectively.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Lucerne
Rosuasrver
Thee Vie
New South Wales
Miseil
Stoily
Manning River Dairy Company September 1989 Returns
Suppliers were paid 1 for choicest Walter and 1/48 for second class with a turnover of 14.710/16/5. Output showed an error rate of 19 percent, same month last year. Recent heavy rains improve outlook for very heavy production in coming months says secretary D J Clame of Jones Island.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
D. J. Clame
Jones Island
North Queensland oil company formed at Atherton
A North Queensland company named North Queensland Oil Corporation is formed at Atherton. It plans to study geology at Wrothapr Station on the River near Mayver, with government geologist Moreton to inspect the area. The firm limits to 50 shareholders with £20 shares. 10 shares go to the public and 10 to profiteers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ie Corporation Trax
Mr. Moreton
Obituary of P A McLachlan Trades Unionist Leader
Brisbane obituary notes the death of P A McLachlan a Scotsman who arrived in Queensland in 1873. A lifelong trades unionist he served as Labor member for Merthyr in 1915 and 1923 he held office on the Brisbane City Council. His health declined and he died after an operation in a private hospital.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
P A. McLachlan Dueq
Quertaland
Merthyr
State Assembly
P. MacGregor
Ener
McLach
Bristare
McLachlan
Cairns Millesee Sunday departure plans noted
Fragmentary notice records a Sunday departure involving Cairns and Millesee via aerial route with stopovers at Kuranda Atherton and Millan Mills. Details are unreadable but indicate travel schedule and advertised particulars.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
Millesee
Millan Mills
Aireal Rae
Auenant
Ae Meris
Ng Cairns
Kuranda
Atherton
Faa Millan
Ravenshoe Show Rail Services And Events Program
Rail motors run Friday November 1 from Cait to Ravenshoe arriving 11.15 pm and Sunday November 3 from Ravenshoe to Carns at 4.40 pm. Saturday November 2 Herberton to Ravenshoe departs 1.30 pm, returning to Herberton by 7.15 pm. A varied programme includes horse events woodchop foot racing rifle shooting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ravenshoe
Cait
Raveshoe
Carns
Pam
Herberton
Ravenswoe
Fierberton
Re- Var
Firearm Provisions Spark Interest in Imuistail Act
The Imuistail region notes the Firearm Act arose amid a surge of revolvers among local authorities and foreigners during the South Joimeany strike. Limited firearms remain in circulation and reviews warn of scarce supply, as the area endures significant unrest and fear.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iren
Charges Brought in City Police Court Case
The defendant appeared before Mr AL H O'Kelly. On October 23, 192W, he stole shoes and a shirt valued at 61 from William Greham and, on the same date, a handbag, basin, condensed milk, and tumblers valued at RA from Nellie Mackenridge. He pleaded guilty. The magistrate noted a prior Children’s Court conviction on November 9, 1926 for three thefts, with penalties imposed on the first charge and a conditional discharge on the second. The thefts were allegedly linked to the defendant’s absence when they occurred.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pater
AL H O'Kelly
Thay
Oaober
William Greham
Furtfier
Nellie Mrackenridge
Dedentanm
Kailty
Lutragn
Death Kelso At Kidston 1929
Mr W A Reta aged 6 years died at Kidston on the second day of the month in 1929. The obituary notes he rests at peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kelso
Kidston
W. A. Reta
Far North to be a premier Australian holiday haven
The Far North is praised as a lavish natural showplace with great tourist potential. Tourists and locals urge thorough national promotion, protection of scenic spots, and the creation of reserves to safeguard jungle lakes seas and fauna for future generations. The piece warns against spoliation and artificial development, urging organized effort and reliable information to attract thousands of visitors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Far
Australia
New Zealand
Cairns
Civic Baths Urged as City Faces Civic Pride Needs
Citizens urge the City Council to continue plans for a civic bathhouse. While size and financing enter debate, the article argues the project reflects the city’s dignity and future progress and must be faced soon.
Bathing Facilities Urged for Cairns City
The article advocates building proper baths in Cairns as a first essential to meet current needs. It argues nature denies, but the City Council should advance this project to enhance dignity and utility in the city’s important role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
Drawn Phar Lap and Cairns Court Lists
A coastal boat steward in Sydney to Western run is mentioned with Phar Lap in the £100000 Melbourne Cup draw. Cairns is reporting that Mr Justice KJ Douglas and Nic Annaciate arrived from Townsville by train. the Cairns District Court opens at 10 o'clock with several cases to be heard. The Cairns Weekly Penny Savings Bank notes deposits of £25 9d with directors W S Prewett and GH Thomas in attendance. upcoming attendance by Rotl hawyer and the secretary. Mourilyan sugar mill aims to finish the crushing season in about three weeks, with 7436 tons of cane crushed last week at an average cost of 16.29, considered a good season with no sugar logistics issues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
Douglas
Nic Annaciate
Townaville
Tran
Mourilyan Sugar Mill
L. J. Duffy
The
Australian Sugar Co
Mourilyan
Innisfail
Mourilyan Mill
Review of Daintree Mossman Port Douglas Districts
The Post publishes a special review by J. McMahon of the Daintree Mossman Port Douglas districts with photo reproductions of the Mossman mill and district views. The Northern Herald will print a better paper version in tomorrow’s issue and copies can be forwarded on request.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairn
Post
Daintree-Mossman
Port Douglas
Air J. McMahon
Mossman
Northern Herald
Coats In Court Noted As Court Adopts Coat Removal
Before Cairns Court House sessions began, Mr A H O Kelly VM announced a summer rule permitting occupants to remove coats for four months. The PM’s remarks were welcomed as court officials and the Presiding officer quickly followed suit removing their coats.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns Court House
A. H. O'Kelly
P.M
Unlawful presence on licensed premises in Cairns
In Cairns Licensing Court yesterday before magistrates A H O Kelly and others, Jack Cook, David Griffiths, Willian Mackay, Charles Pearson, Daniel Quigley, and Frank Willett pleaded guilty to unlawfully being on the Palace Hotel premises on October 19 during a closed period. Each was convicted and fined 1 with 3/6 costs. Selina Pearce of Freshwater faced a charge of allowing Horace Pearce to drive an unregistered vehicle in contravention of the acts, pleaded guilty, and was convicted and fined £2 with 3/6 costs or in default 14 days.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
A. H. O'Kelly
P.M
Jack Cook
David Griffiths
Willian Mackay
Charles Pearson
Daniel Quigley
Frank Willett
Palace Hotel
Lake Street
Selina Pearce
Freshwater
Horace Pearce
J Bennett
Murray and Bennett
Weather outlook for Queensland coast and state
The Brisbane forecast from Boreas notes late heavy thunderstorm potential mainly eastern half and south of tropic. Winds shift from southerly in the south to northerly in the northeast and then veer to westerly and southerly in the southeast with squally coastal conditions. Subtropical air approaches from the west.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Popular Officer Transfer of Cairns ETO Staff
Mr A W Munro known as Frosty departs Cairns for Sydney after a 12 month stay. He became universally popular in Cairns especially at Turte Bay where he spent weekends. Founty left Cairns on yesterday's mail train and friends wish him success in his new sphere.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. W. Munro
Cairns E.T.O
Sydney
Durie
Cairns
Turte Bay
After Hours Liquor Traffic in Cairns License Court
Cornelius Francis O Maen of Lake Street was charged with selling liquor at odd hours at the Power Hotel. J Benne appeared for the defendant and pleaded guilty. Prosecution stated on October 31 at 10:40 pm two constables found ten men drinking at the bar with two daughters serving behind the bar. The hotel had a history of poor conduct and watchmen were posted at the door.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
A. H. O'Kelly
Cornelius Francis” O'Maen
Iwemwe
Power
Lakestreet
Carrie
Wa Prentices
Ram
J. Benne
Murray and Bennett
Sergio Ingram
Wighely
Huge sawfish caught near Cairns by nets and divers
A party of fishermen dragging a net near Mr H Hill's baths in Cairns hauled up a massive sawfish wrapped with a 3 metre net hole and many small juvenile sawfish. The fish measured about 4 feet long with a long saw and weighed roughly LS entimexustes. The catch drew crowds as the team prepared to tow the creature for inspection at high tide.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Hill
R. Eddleston
H. Thompson
T. Monster
Aline
R. Eddleson
Sean
B Fildle
Esplanade
Paddy O'Brien
High Card
Wyper
Crocodile Hauls In Fishermen in Freshwater Lagoons
Two fishermen Taylor and Eyerson near Mulgrave River mouth netted a large crocodile in freshwater lagoons. The first catch measured 2 feet 6 inches, later a 10 feet 7 inch crocodile appeared in a repeat incident. Residents inspected the Deeral landing as warnings rise for bathers and line fishermen.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Deeral
Taylor
Eyerson
Mulgrave
Sourian
Deeral Landing
Labour's Aim in British Municipal Elections
London reports active preparations for municipal elections across 343 cities and boroughs. Labour seeks gains like those in the recent general election, after winning 127 seats last year while Conservatives and others faced losses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Labour
London
Onter
Labour Party
Ioulepuint
British Medical Association Eyes Deep Cancer Campaign
The British Medical Association seeks a comprehensive cancer history from every citizen to build a nationwide data bank. Medical officials plan a thorough collection of patient histories for analysis and public awareness, aiming to map the cancer challenge across the kingdom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Eye
Escaped prisoner recaptured near Mount Mitchell camp
Henry Whatten who escaped from the Mount Mitchell afforestation camp on Wednesday has been recaptured by authorities. The man was seized after a brief pursuit near the camp grounds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Whatten
Mount Mitchell
Wolieeguriy
Suai
Melbourne Cup Candidacy Narrowed to Night March and Phar Lap
Melbourne racing discussion centers on Night March and Phar Lap as strong Cup contenders after Cox Plate results. Second Wind High Syce and others offer support, with notable backings around £20000 for High Syce and a £10000 bid for Night March reportedly refused by A Lewis’s son. Ph l Lap still trains on tracks at Caulfield as weather and track conditions remain poor.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Moones Vale
Second Wind
Holt
Highland
High Syce
Phar Lap
Bnt
High Syer
Carradale
A. Lewis
Sugar industry outreach aims to educate the south
Queensland Cane Growers Council promotes a three panel publicity exhibit tracing the sugar industry from Mossman to Perth. The display shows mill scenes, farm life, transport, and southern industries supported by sugar towns. Plans include placements in Canberra Parliament House and state houses, with sets sent to Sir Matthew Nathan in London and Australia House.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Queene
Land Cane Growers’ Council
Aerty
Queensland
Mossman
Perth
Hobart
Newcastle
Matthew Nathan
London
Couneil
House of Commons
Australia House
Australia
Canberra
Prbherty
Boats Taken Brisbane River Theft Hits Hamilton Moors
Two large motor boats were stolen from Hamilton moorings in Brisbane on Friday night. One belonged to Colonel F W Annand town clerk Brisbane and the other to Dr W McDowall. The boats were found abandoned by morning with only a few launches on a riverbank. Three young men were later spotted nearby in a suspicious state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Hamilton
F. W. Annand
W. McDowall
Nott
Sugar values warned as world rise in production looms
The September issue of the International Sugar Journal notes a world sugar output of 27,082,700 tons up 1.75 million from last year while prices stay low. It urges steps to boost consumption through propaganda and highlights five proposals from the League of Nations inquiry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
International
Messrs. Willett and Gray
Universational Sugar Journal
Empire Production and Export
British Empire Producers” Organisation
Australia
Economic Commission
League of Nations
Sugar demand discussed as solution to rising prices
The piece critiques five approaches to sugar policy that have failed and argues for increasing consumption rather than cutting production. It cites world per head consumption by region, noting Europe and the Americas higher than Asia and Africa, and endorses methods to expand sales as the natural response.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atien
Australasia
North
South America
Europe
International Sugar Journal
Manchester Oddfellows delegates attend General Movable Committee sessions
About 40 delegates from Manchester Leity Independent Order of Oddfellows North Queensland branch arrived in Ingham to attend the General Movable Committee sittings at Embassy Hall. Grand Master G A Gregory spoke for visiting delegates and officers were elected for the year. Delegates enjoyed tea, a beach excursion, and a Pure Lecturer program before departure by sail train tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ingham
Manchester
Leity Independent Order of Oddfellows
North Queensland
Embassy Hall
F. A. Cassidy
G. A. Gregory
Bro
C Fry
J. J. Tayi
J. Tellum
We Ty Porras Beach
Oddfellows Hall
Tes
Wall Street Money From Banks Stabilizes Market
New York October 25 banks mobilize funds to steady stocks. Markets end with gains and losses as confidence returns after banks form an organization to curb reckless losses in good securities and improve market tone.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
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