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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 06, 1915
Page
2
London dispatch notes that Germany could end the war by laying down arms and accepting Allied terms as troops march toward Berlin. The text mentions expected Allied entry into Berlin and insists any softer terms would be undeserved. A separate excerpt describes surgical remedies and a voluntary farewell aboard a Cairn port voyage with a bands and crowds bidding farewell to volunteers.
Wounded Australians press home the recruiting call from Gallipoli as they return, urging more reinforcements for the Dardanelles. Authorities hope wounded volunteers will inspire others to enlist and bolster Britain and its Allies in the great struggle.
The piece mocks German leaders and Crown Prince remarks on ending the war by October. It dismisses peace overtures as impractical and accuses Germany of seeking “freedom of the seas” while denying freedom to others. It argues bloodshed is required for atonement and predicts Germany’s complete overthrow.
A lively Charlie Chaplin style performance draws a large enthusiastic crowd at the Airns Theatre. The plot involves a count and suitor adventures with disguises and comic misadventures ending in a public scene and a river chase, promising another screening the next night.
The steamer Marsime is due at Cauns this morning from Papuan norta. The Morinda sails on Wed morning for New James. The eighth annual netting of the Cairns Ftarr-Bowsett Society will be held of the registered offer, Apenite wrest, on Saturday, 1éth instant, at 2 pm.
An advertisement promotes Eighterespensy Tooth Brushes and Antiseptic Paste from Kelly Chemist. It notes brushes for comfort and paste for cleaning and preserving teeth. The item list includes mentions of society meetings, exhibition entries extended to 5 pm, and local photo studio CHARGOIS with baby portrait focus. Also references travel for newspaper reps and warnings against unproven face products.
A Friday afternoon gathering by the W C T ladies and Rev Mitchell with Mrs G Barnes organizing provided tea and entertainment for the elderly pensioners. The event featured prayer musical items and a national anthem ending a pleasant hour among the shaded trees.
The Austral Pictures programme pleased patrons with a feature The Women of Mystery starring Valerie and Emmet Arnold in a tale of dual personalities and psychic powers. Also shown were Jack Ter Ashore and Arlost, a 1000 foot comedy The Tale of a Met and the latest War Journal. The Australasian Day celebration raised substantial funds, surpassing £760 with a final tally around £768, through broad local support and efficient fundraising.
Store at Babinda offers Waddell’s new Rein boots and shoes. Northern District Executive committee meets in Council Chambers at 9 o clock. Mulgrave Throat Pastilles touted as relief for dry tickling or sore throats with a limited tin offer at 64 carb.
Dry spell continues with light rain expectant but insufficient to halt bush fires on the Macdonnell Patterson range. Local observers report few points of rain and note that fires persist despite sporadic showers.
A hair tonic promises to restore natural color and growth with a large bottle priced at 2/8 post. A Brisbane postal mix up sent a letter to Tom Latimer Gillson wrongly. Latimer reports the error and praises postal duty. Cairns event raises funds with a Cairns Theatre programme and a sixpence collection at Norman Park for charity.
Palace Pictures offers a three night Tivoli show headlined by the Bellas jugglers and racquet spinners from Australia plus Miss Thora Sawyer famed for her stage routines. Feature reels include Toll of the Desert Deaths Witness The Avenged and The Uptodate Cook with admissions 1 shilling 6d 1 shilling or free.
The Rupura Feath launches in Australian waters for passenger and rail service. Despite smaller tonnage than its predecessor, it earns a first class reputation with ample steerage and well-appointed accommodations. The timetable links Cairns and Hinckwood with adjusted calls for tourists and southern travelers aboard the ship.
Brisbane September 5 District Court judge Mcnaughton ruled on a submission by the Registrar regarding the failure of the Sawmilling Industry Board for the northern division to complete its award. The judge issued the award in the terms intended by the Industrial Board effective 1 September 1915 and to continue for twelve months or until further order.
In Mackay on a Saturday morning a woman named Palmer wife of Harry Palmer a well known resident was found dead in the river. Detected by insomnia she rose at night and the daughter found her mother missing from the bed state. A son reported a boy seen near the river and the body was later identified as Palmer. An inspection showed the deceased had prepared to depart and appeared to have returned before vanishing again into the river.
The transport workers, railway men, and miners’ unions unite for common action in national matters. They plan to combine in trade union efforts while maintaining separate interests within their organizations.
Fragmentary OCR shows a passenger list or crew notes dated September 5 with many surnames and initials. Mentions captains, ports, steerage count, and several names such as Mevlons, Maynard, Vickery, Sawyer, Carson, Maxwell, Plett, Taylor, and others, amid scattered phrases about crew and shipments. The record lacks clear narrative.
Odd fragmentary list of passengers and names appears, mentioning Medan Senetwind Crumsten Armwur and many others. The text references a departure to southern parts under Captain Bartlett with numerous surnames and unclear roles or destinations.
Fragmentary entry reports a mishap at a residence during September with unclear names and actions. The readable parts mention an accident and a possible reproach in a local setting, but many terms are garbled.
The Postmaster General outlined new telephone regulations to be issued soon. Subscriptions from new users will see higher charges, while existing subscribers will receive a one month notice before any change takes effect.
A list of prize winners from the recent Australia Maw ren event will be published in Tow's inner hoping to showcase top prizes and notable performances. The notice outlines that results will appear online and in print, highlighting leading competitors and awards.
Sunday’s aquatic carnival unfolded under ideal weather as crowds gathered along the shore and wharves to watch more than twenty boats parade. The First, led by AL JL Drecer in his motor boat, won the prize, while the Preaden of the club among others performed, and the event pleased spectators with festive pageantry and musical selections around the Palace Theatre area.
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