Vice regal appointment sparks debate in Australia
In a Leeds era report, prospective selections for the governorship are discussed amid controversy over constitutional precedent and party politics. The piece highlights William ArKell's influence, calls for a careful balance between Dominion and Crown authority, and warns against partisan meddling in high office. It notes strong support and reservations about future governors general, stressing constitutional safeguards and public interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mir William ArKell
Maboral
Meatealieese Sentinel
Death in Cairns Unearths One Million Room Mystery
Report details the death of a man identified as Mulveen in Cairns. A staged scene and ambiguous clues point to foul play as investigators, including Dr. Angut and hospital staff, piece together a narrative from the hotel corridor to a public square. Witnesses describe a struggle, a neck injury, and a later discovery of the body. The case references local figures and a suspect seen leaving the scene before authorities arrived. The investigation moves toward the hospital for autopsy and potential charges as the county courts prepare to hear further testimony.
Commercial Dehraye Prout Market Report
Eximbane records show pump kin sales at Owens with prices noted as 6810 to 0, reflecting market activity and pricing signals in the Dehraye Prout Market. The report highlights ongoing trading and potential shifts in supply and demand for commercial buyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eximbane
Owens
Cairns Harbour Board Raises Dues and Charges
The Cairns Harbour Board approved broad increases in dues and charges following an India report. Wage variations will be offset by flat hire rates plus labour for equipment. Cranes and stevedoring gear costs also rose, with manufacturers and monthly audits guiding adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
India
J. Wyer
Cairne Bare
Major increases raise import and export dues and costs
The report notes widespread rises in import and export duties across many commodities including maize exports, refined and raw sugar, and minerals. A council meeting debated the financial impact, with a move to review engineering and building costs and reorganize the finance committee and its responsibilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Amon
Youmern I
Tross
Utter
Cardwell
Israeoie
Cabinet investigations reveal communist influence in public service
A lengthy report details Pent investgations into operations of communists in the public service and the Commonwealth payroll. It notes cabinet activity, surveillance within departments, and measures to prevent leakage of vital documents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cosmmuniars
Public
Amber SC
Uffie Commonwealth
Aero
Cormenonwest
Mile
Departmente
Argentine endurance scammer targets record in May cite
An Argentine endurance scammer, Antonio Aue Ondo, aimed to set a new long distance record of 300 miles. The report notes he had covered 714 miles of the trek, with confirmations from local officials in New Madrid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New Madrid
Antonio Aue
Aberionde
Auckland and Wellington dredging plan discussed at board
The board noted dredging depth in the channel at 70 feet plus a navigable depth of 22 feet. Proposals were tabled to fit additional equipment including loaders and dredge setups. Tenders will be sought for methods and shovel fits with a shift schedule to run two shifts from 6:30 am to 1 pm and 2 pm to 9 pm, with dredge Barton on site as needed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Totama
Nieweral
Australis
Pete Taet
Tatinibo
Tirta
Tims
Elise Tan
Willian
Fae
Dillon
Orica
J.M. Barneer
Dept ‘of ‘Ater
Hon
Ime
Mer
Mons
Mons For the Second Shift Had Nee Completed. | Be Gretge
Tegis
Sxirm
Port of Bristol sugar scheme eyed amid industrial concerns
A Bristol Port planning screening examined the sugar handling project proposed by industrial interests. Officials highlighted lack of mechanical aids at wharves and the potential to develop facilities, with figures noting costs and the impact on local transport and storage.
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Coalrman
Bouinds Sugar
Simimonas- Alter Aba
Fegresestal
Val
Incustiiel Organiag Sons
Civic Authoritiee
Venoot Sefloren
Leer
Bristol
Palace Theatre
Fee Colourea
Brie Tor
Mipotlers
Partely
Earewes
Spe Cairns
Queensiana
Aussia
Paris
Cairns
Calta
Gueenalana
Ramet Allen A Sons Ltd
Mr. Ryans
Caplan
Anne Maciny
Guilay
Reto
Australian Cheese Quality Praised by Merchants
Australian cheese handling is praised with improved quality over the past years. Merchants report no complaints, noting a steady supply and better standards. Exporters and London distributors say Queensland eggs deficits aside, Australian dairy goods meet rising British demand.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Um Portalian
Arsdr
Ion Enea
Queensland
Elsnna Only Ship Amid Idle Workforce Update
The report notes 436 men idle awaiting work as Adelaide mica 180 meeting at Primereay morning reaffirms belt decision. Another meeting held Wednesday afternoon as crews discuss discharge plans. Fort Rawinie port receives sugar and cane for Canaria as canes await loading. Five tasks tonight, awaiting Thursday inland arrival per Giratyon port update.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Adelaide Bieamanip
Fegers
WWE
Belweeri
Cadena To
Tay
Mounepark
Canaria
Alheos
Alerharys
Thuretay
Ine
Weather report notes scattered rain across regions
Scattered showers and rain were reported as a cold front moved eastward. Central lowlands remained mild with occasional heavier falls in the western areas while the north saw rapid changes and a cool breeze. Southern wind deltas persisted with inland warmth easing.
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Arisbane
Quesnland
Clermont
Tay
Paris
Weather report from Brisbane shows calm winds
Brisbane weather today notes light winds and a calm breeze with no gusts. The forecast indicates continued mild temperatures and improving conditions into the afternoon.
Regular Shipping Delays Reported In Late Trade News
A fragmented notice notes shipping delays and irregularities in cargo movement. References to mail issues, port activity, and possible legal actions hint at disruptions affecting deliveries and associated services. The text mentions a variety of entities and numbers, including port operations and freight, but details are unclear due to OCR errors.
Local Ballet Royal Academy examiner visit summarized
A report on a visit by a ballet examiner to the local Ballet Royal Academy highlights pupil progress and judging criteria. Mrs P. Daily’s scholar Balint is noted among candidates, with selections tied to regional strength from western and southern schools. The event, dated January 9, aims to identify top performers for future opportunities in Balter and related training.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ballet Royal Academy
Baliel Sanenhk
Ena
P. Dailys
Balint
Resi Academy
Davie Resk
Fang
Iwien
Ieensand
Mewes
South Wales
Davie Rail Suara
Deis
Autralia
Saasere
Balter
Mim Davis
Advanx Sheld cricket council plans and zones detailed
The report outlines Advanc Sheld and zone council plans for Queensland cricket, naming teams like Cairns Eacham Kuranda and Mullins Shield by zones. It notes divisions, schedules, and potential tours, with emphasis on structure, venues, and representative roles for J Dickson and A Dison.
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Die
Sion Epstein
Tevan Haueg Duran
Ieluding Kelly
Mune
Veven Buteuralien
Tanistall
Tully
Kelly
Berade
Inniafeyl
Ortobar
Cairns
Advan Sheld
Kelly Seid
Eacham
Kuranda
Mullins Studid
Beth
J. T. Dickson
Marin
Mulanda
Sugar Marketing Tensions Stir Trade Officials
A garbled report notes Prime Minister Br. G. Mewmiey and Mr Garry discuss a dispute impacting sugar marketing. The text mentions manufacturers, profits, competition, and potential action by a federal authority, with references to British and southern port operators and the Queensian Government.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Br. G. Mewmiey
Garry
Southern Porte Welersiders
Nedar & Eders
Queensian
Small Boats Harbour Brisbane Report Fragment
Fragmentary notice from Brisbane on a small boat harbour proposal. Mentions Treasurer, Cobaria Viktni, and Ocean Shipping interests. References a recommendation for licensing and October timing, with ties to the Separiment chief engineer and the North Queensland Cruise Yacht Club.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Prapeani
Soain
Save
Tha
Gaits
Cobaria
Viktni
Iscien
Soveeian’in By Weur Jen Depa Jet AL Bawes. Isa Ovtober
Gabin
Ti Separiment
Mi Plann
North Queensland
Yecht Club
Mt Che Reals
Billy
Waish
Shipping movements and fuel consignments in Queensland ports
Shipping notices describe fuel and cement shipments moving from Sydney to Queensland ports, listing Cairns Townsville Townsville Ban, Melbourne and Hobart connections, with cargoes including fuel, sugar, cement and bulk commodities. It notes dates in September and October and port movements toward Cairns, Townsville, and associated stations.
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Carr
Ducan
Freuen
McKs
Sydney
Toenaville
Caham
Ais Fomaree Gland
Wessel
Balan Amari Cand Ciemigon
Ein Port Cays
Cadategcom
Eingcom
Lee
Bangron Aurite Ace Latins
Cate Ab
Orv
Uloga
Arseny Ram Simpana Deanegnetts
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Lan Che Cairns
Ze Sete
V. Rieti
Peter Trotter
Joe
Serio
Rhitavent BaVia
Anders
Wnat Eptember
Rivsaheun
Bert Jark
Suouer
Justice
Chile
Maman
Lorestan Dune" Bremby
Miedeatherl
Rae Sewecouy
Rip
Neereed
Howe
Taniataal Dustriet
Sourn Johnstone
Heridan
Sbe
Dolor
Pewdiral
Jane
Latall
Astolen
Eorus
Mercy
Forest
Nnisfall
Mugrras
Toguetriel Magstrang
Santo Emme
Att Clee
G. Apd
Chriteemn
iMerarr
Tame Farm
Mouriipan
Amrensin
Aarah Finn
Acimld
South Johnstone Ambu
Man CaineSel
Anerson
Termite
Molest
Wes
Ocean
Gaye
Tina
Clare
Bam
Arm’ Gresser
Munen
Hortel
Exictner Et Enquest
Peter
Kratia
Buceemund
Tae
Fatman Cive Coushthu Winans
Tie Bees Papi
Apiret
Aucar
Mateebe Hospital
Wea
Crean
Hmawele
Harbour Board
Wera
Gene
Moron Veh
Gach
Amport
Sicily
G. Wallace
Fe Finance
Copacsitteoe
Basie
Wallace
Dormer Works
Eaalier
Ginderons
Teevaville
Murtein
Cancoe
Towerville
Raul
Ryla
Townsville
Fremantle West Australia
Panier Erie
Auckland and
Wellington, New ‘Zealand
NAVY
Motman
Ropert
State Parlement
London
Uceensland
WONEY
Queenaland
Mayour
Empire
Elsanna
Childrens Court
Vai Tate
WcLemy
Ual
Advanx Eeield Ora
Saher
Woshing Schemig
Rome
Momnin
Atinmx
Hartigan
Ees Agra
Morthers
Jack McEnery
GEA Country Committee
A Dison
Coun
Wal Teering
Caiens
Caines Association
Are Aeretagton
Mettetney
I Puladay
Tye
Ieaf
Calrne Prader Enue
Vine
Afteranone
Hanrelig
Savant
BOWEN
Norte Qufexsland
Eoets
Erie Ars
Beremei
Mweaatis
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