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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 16, 1919
Page
5
A fragmented wire service note from Amsterdam and Amerongen hints at a notable meeting. The text mentions observers and possible attendees, with emphasis on the event's significance and timing, though specifics are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Five shots were fired at a detective during an attempted attack near Dublin. The assailant fled as the detective died shortly after. Police suspect involvement connected to an earlier tip and are tracing the suspect who hid among trees and near remote houses.
Police raid on Sinn Fein headquarters in Dublin led to the seizure of dummy rifles and a poem collection. Detectives questioned all on the premises as Americans and French ties were alleged. Arrests followed, with violence reported as the crowd clashed with officers and members were taken into custody.
Prime Minister was warmly welcomed at a luncheon in Sydney hosted by local chambers. He urged rapid, united action toward Australia’s salvation, stressing a bond of sympathy between employer and employee and promising more detail in a forthcoming policy briefing.
A chaotic Brisbane assembly debate centers on unemployment relief and its reach. Officials weigh extending sustenance to unemployed workers as critics warn of excessive aid while supporters argue for a safety net amid hardship.
Melborne reports a fragmented scene describing men and a hotel crowd with constables present. The readable portions mention a hotel, taxi or carriage passage, and a group of women observed nearby. The text is incomplete and lacks clear names or dates.
A fragmented report on a seamen conference discusses wage maintenance during illness, medical aid, and potential increases. It mentions possible earnings safeguards through voyage periods, a general secretary, and a speaker named Mr Walt as a key figure in the discussion.
In Melbourne Sep, a political dispute centers on a candidate's fate after calls for his expulsion. The case involves potential penalties for alleged misconduct and the timing of proceedings, with police action and canal news noted, reflecting a tense session and public scrutiny.
Reading shows garbled OCR with fragments about Darwin and a sea area or seamar event. No clear names, dates, or actions emerge beyond location Darwin and a maritime reference.
A terse report notes widening by election under pressure as a revolt against the current regime reshapes authority. The piece highlights the ruling group’s efforts to quell unrest and defend a reshaped leadership path.
A Moscow wireless dispatch says the Ler tich Government has accepted the Soviet terms for peace. It notes similar proposals have been made to Finnish and Lithuanian leaders.
Sydney wishes the big aid of life meet peers and peers are rare. Walter the great seed and Sydney has experience with a lot and so on. A tale of effort and desire in a distant era.
Unclear readable fragment indicates multiple individuals were brought before the city court on a status day under a metal act. All were remanded with permission in each case, details sparse and partially unreadable.
Fragmentary sporting column references races and figures. Mentions Jawlintra Traitor Meghatt and Pony See, with time notes and a list of names and places that are partially legible, suggesting a historical sporting page with event results and participants.
Federal authorities consider a six year interim delay as the Australasian Medical Congress plans to meet in Brisbane. The Sydney session recommended funding from the Australian Treasury to support tropical medicine inquiry and a permanent standing committee for public health administration across states and New South Wales.
Kedron Park Race Club held a meeting with multiple divisions and winners. The event featured races across divisions, including first and second prize earners, with notes on weather and track conditions. Winners include Dinwnien Filya Punes and others, with close margins and notable performances by several riders.
A garbled OCR fragment lists numerous names, places, and numbers resembling a race card or catalog of participants and results. It mentions contenders such as Retinat Mat Sronze Ata and Lyndhurst Lady among scattered figures, scores, and capacities, with unclear event mappings and several place names like Hall and Ge' Nae Tress.
In Melbourne on September 15 George Amos Whitney faced remand in City Court over an August 6 fatal stabbing. The charge against George Mitolo was withdrawn and he was discharged. The incident occurred on Bourke Street near The Commercial Hotel, where a fatal fray ended in a death.
A fragmentary report notes a woman named Suley involved in an accident in Brisbane. Details are unreadable in the text, but the wounded person was taken to hospital for treatment.
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The report details multiple horses and riders competing in a lengthy Australian race meeting. Notable performances include record-breaking strides by Beggar Mine and Richmend Stein with reflective pacing across various stakes. The event features several named horses, trainers, and venues, highlighting a busy day of equestrian competition and notable finishes.
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