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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 03, 1925
Page
7
The report lists returns for July with various metals and totals. Items include copper silver lead and tin with quantities and values from multiple mines such as Wild Teichman Arbon Vulcan Tribute Mount Nolan and Veattvius. The local price of ten concentrates is about seventy percent per ton for metal.
Copper producers in America consider production curtailment to raise prices as demand wanes and costs climb. The article notes a drop in electrolytic copper prices to about 84 pounds per long ton, with production costs around 87 pounds per long ton, and discusses broader implications for U.S. and African copper interests and future supply.
Report from Toowoomba dated September 1 describes a mass gathering of railway strikers with District Secretary A. W. and Mr Co Mer Larry addressing grievances. The discussion centers on compulsory conference terms and possible reversion of parliamentary seats as teachers pursue broader demands.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a naval or rail parcel route with mentions of a railway store and a steamer schedule. The text hints at arrival and departure events involving a named vessel or service and a port area. Readable portions reference messages about mail transfer and transportation lines.
The article outlines a proposed scheme to convert old bonds into new stock with a 5 percent gilt edged security. It invites all current holders to subscribe for new cash subscriptions despite existing holdings and maturing loans.
In loving remembrancy of our dear mother and grandfather Annie Bullvan who denies Hue ny Townesille on Seo H Inserted try hay having smnin fers and grandedaughters Geytie Willa and Daisy Sullivan Benel May and Evie Harwood.
The article targets Havelock Wilson and Tom Walsh amid wartime debates, accusing them of bias and personal attacks while arguing for firm actions against foreign influence. It discusses naval leadership, patriotism, and calls for stronger measures against conspirators.
Members of the above local Sockets are reminded of the amal usner at meeting or adverse in ont to take place Fotworrow day Rectag: at tx Seens Rec. 2 business in to require the financial statement and elect directive art auditors. For the evening yet Cairn CP Revurne for the month of Agent, the cale sections by the GV.8 at bairae.
At a meeting of farmers in the district they voted to form a welfare committee to secure social relief. Robert is named secretary as the group discusses funds, membership, and activities to improve local conditions and a swimming area is mentioned.
Fragmented OCR showing multiple public sale notices in Cairns Circuit Court proceedings. Names such as Mr Richard Hill AMP architect and auctioneers like X and Draper are referenced, with tentative dates in September and sales by public auction at various streets and addresses.
A foggy, unsettled day unfolds with gusty winds from the east, warmer inland but chilly west. Forecast calls for clouds and showers along the Mackay coast, with a potential sea fog near Cairns and a renewed emphasis on wind direction from the east. Local theatre and social events proceed with delays and mixed attendance.
A late September Brisbane meeting outlines railway workers’ strike stance. Officials reference Northern Railway issues, potential sanctions, and a proposed conference with the Queensland Central Executive. The document notes arrivals of key figures and the ongoing tension over wage and working conditions.
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