21 Sep 1916
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 21, 1916
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR note mentions an arts building on Isha Street in Cairne with unclear details. No dates or names clearly readable. Further text appears damaged, leaving the event or action unknown.
Parcel listings describe multiple sugar farm blocks around Beleades Rer and Bellenden Ker, Queensland, with acres ranging from 2 to 235, all near Russell River and the Mulgrave Central Mill area. Details include frontage, alluvial land, scrub land, and prices per acre. terms and division options are offered by the Mulgrave Central Mill Co. and property owners.
The Government announces a wide awards list for bravery and exemplary service at sea off the coast of Vinesna. Admiral Jellicoe praises numerous honors to captains and officers including Beatty, Jellicoe recipients, and posthumous awards. Victoria Crosses go to Edward Bingham and Major Francis Harvey. notable figures receive DSOs, CBs, and Medals for gallantry and leadership aboard ships like Invincible, Nestor, and Warspite.
The report notes ongoing heavy rain and strong winds since March, with a marked contrast to last year’s dust. It cites rainfall figures, mentions local training plans, a social event to fund hospital beds, and upcoming activities including a Tarzali three day spot and a line opening, all reflecting community life amid unsettled weather.
The article describes widespread road mud and flooding hindering travel and daily life along the coast. It notes deteriorating surfaces, recurring slime, and the impact on shipments, deliveries, and pedestrians while reporting on related local events and weather effects.
A garbled snippet suggests a historical note about a discovery or invention related to web pages and cough remedies. Names or specifics are unclear due to OCR errors, leaving the core fact ambiguous and unable to confirm precise persons, places, or events.
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