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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1909
Page
1
Report describes a vessel stuck on a river with water inshore and tide ebb causing the ship to ride on even keel at times. A family’s meat cargo washed ashore while parts of the crew and cargo were moved to safety, with hopes the ship will depart soon after securing the cargo.
The Sydney Chamber of Commerce urged action to stop fraudulent practices in spirits storage under the Spirits and Customs Acts. Senator Ekins stated the matter does not affect the Federal Customs Department but suggested Britain be informed of the Australian Government’s views.
Reports from Brisbane indicate negotiations with a British company to use prickly pear in industrial products have progressed. An agreement is prepared and will be submitted to the principal for ratification. Parliament must approve due to legal constraints on government land use.
The August revenue amounted to 650 pounds for the borough economy. Year to date finances show an improved position with a total of 40,320 pounds, reflecting better-than-expected returns so far in the financial year.
Frank Kramer the American champion defeats Australian A J Clarke in a WALSHE WALO staged event on June 16 over three distances. Kramer wins the first two heats and the decisive third, with Clarke pressing in the final stretch but Kramer maintaining a narrow lead. In the five mile rematch Kramer again overcomes Clarke as the Australian rallies late to finish second behind the American.
Fragmentary ad copy promotes John Dans tailor on Abbott Street as a top choice for summer garments. The text references Mr Thos Hepworth and mentions a delayed or failed order, a bottle kept nearby, and lingering effects described in a compressed, garbled manner.
Ted Richards plans commercial travel arrangements in relation to cod trade. J Fandliehn’s store in Charleston and Reed, Ami are named as possible contacts if travel is required.
Fragmentary notes list Auldana wines and prizes such as Sir Henri Claret Champion Prize at Brisbane 1917 and Adelaide 1906. Mentions include various wine names, years like 1805 1804 and locations South Australia with viewer concerns about quality.
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