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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 11, 1924
Page
9
A new Arnott’s biscuit, Cherry Ripe Tea Crisp, hits shelves promoted by Your Grocer. The short buttery biscuit combines cherry filling with a crisp finish, aiming to attract shoppers seeking novelty snacks this season.
The report describes crowded weekend travel by road and rail with shortages of cars and cabs, limited access to towns, and long waits for services. It notes the North Coast Line connection, proposed improvements, and anticipated seasonal travel surges affecting residents and visitors.
A fragmentary Melbourne view presents a social clash around sugar lords and housewives in Tourek. References to MacKay, Tom Clarke, and the Southern town’s loyalties surface amid talk of protection, industry, and moral stances in a blurred narrative.
Fragmented OCR excerpt discusses income tax, revenue and expenditure figures, and mentions the Commonwealth and state authorities. It references rates, interest, funds, and public spending concerns, with unclear names and dates due to damaged text.
A detailed discussion on development schemes, including the Dawson Valley project and river pumping for irrigation. Members debate the area’s viability, potential crops, and the balance between new dam construction and revenue needs, with reference to ministers and regional growth.
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