22 Sep 1915
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 22, 1915
Page
1
Classified notice seeking to purchase old artificial teeth of sound or broken varieties for vulcanite, gold, or silver. Offers best prices in Australia and asks buyers to mail to F T. J. Dunstone, Jarate Box TM, GIO. BR TASK placeholders indicate return mail and damaged text.
The brief notes list lunar phases and celestial timings for September including First Quarter on the 16th at 5 21 p.m and Apogee on the 10th at 3 8 a.m. The fragmented text mentions the Bees and references dates and times for moons and tides in a historical almanac style.
SILK BLOUSES have life for the summer wear. A large variety of SILK FOR BLOUSES offered in plain color checks new stripe and spot effects. Prices listed for Jap Silk and Washing Silk in ivory navy and white with stripes and spots. Yardage and styles described.
Tenders will be received to 1 pm on Thursday October 1915 for the purchase of a freehold mining property on the Tableland between Herron River and Tin Wroo Creek, miles from Tolga, covering 2 acres. Details and access provided on the ground to bona fide investors. 22 feet of Plicrene Wasi.
A dispersed OCR fragment mentions Babinda Mili and pipe related emporio terms. The readable text hints at mill machinery and potential shop or production notes but lacks coherent details for a full report. No clear dates or named entities beyond Babinda.
Large stock of groceries and drapery, beads and notes described as opened up at a store in Bamin da by Wr. A. M. Waddell term agent for Royal Insurance.
A garbled local notice promotes Mulgrave Throat Pastilles claiming quick relief for troublesome throats. It mentions events at Gordon Vale with unclear entries and pricing, touting tins offered by Craig, dispensing chemists in Cabpae.
London copper and other metals list prices with ranges for electrolytic copper lead and silver. The report notes forwards and spot quotes in pounds and shillings, including figures such as £59/10 to £9/15 for copper and £22/14/6 for lead with silver at 4/6.
The piece contrasts wartime Labor politics in Australia and Britain. It praises Australian Labor as broadly sound for the war effort while Britain’s Independent Labour Party is criticized as wavering and dominated by Socialists and reformers. It cites Blatchford Hyndman Kier Hardie Ramsay MacDonald and warns against machine politics undermining genuine democracy.
The passage notes Britain’s Socialist Party shifting toward nationalist sentiment, contrasting with the I.L.P. It argues the Socialist leaders resemble the true man and resist grouping the community into regiments, despite eccentric expectations from the party.
A Cairns district health official notes that notifications about infectious diseases sent to the Cairns Shire Council were standard notices the Health Department routinely issues. The reference cites Dr R Mavers and Cairns District Hospital Secretary E S Mann in the Post.
Brisbane correspondent reports a home remedy claim for curing stubborn coughs and easing breathing. Also noted is the death of Mr. Russell Herold Halston of Wrotham Park, who passed away in Wellcamp, Darling Downs, early yesterday morning.
The Adelaide Steamship Co announces that the Morialte TM will sail for southern ports at a stated time and proceed via the Hinchinbrook Channel during Gaylight with a call at Lucinda Point to offer southbound passengers a coastal view without Townsville disruption.
A send off at Moynihan's Cafe Malanda Monday evening honored Mr Jeff Passmore who has served there and relieved staff. He received a silver mounted pipe and cigarette case as a token of appreciation amid expressions of regret at his departure for a new post. Abel attended the carnival of Mr.
The National Societies announce a monster benefit with pictures and vaudeville to aid the returned wounded soldiers fund. Roll up and support the fund with ticket plans available.
Sufferers from rheuma and gout learn Craig’s remedy landed five fresh bottles as demand ran stocks dry. The medicine is recommended and trusted, with steady results when used as directed and combined with proper diet. Obtainable only at Craigs Vice-Stegel Pharmacy Cairrs.
In Cairn the Circuit Court resumed after a dispute over a juror name. Justice Shand noted no one answered when called as Waller and later Walker, and a fine of 3 was imposed by mistake. To avoid error, he remitted the fine and reflected on the misidentification. An Army service wreath and other testimonials were presented to the officer.
At the Popular Cairns Theatre a lively show awaits audiences with "Charlie's Work" billed as the hit of the week. The act will be performed for the last time, amid the usual depot prices and Whittlick's setup.
The Gordgavale area endures hot dry conditions with scarce grass affecting cattle and men. Between Saturday and Monday the Mulgrave river fell four inches, while Mrs. J. J. O'Leary of the Catres Shire Council observes the river staying low and drought effects increasing.
Patchy OCR notes indicate the Northeern Herald will reprint a district page with pages showing final corrections and layout changes. The item mentions a reprint and possible mage party color adjustments.
A garbled, historical clipping mentions dental and mechanical dentistry topics and a note that Mr A Abdullah should have been credited for a donation to the Wounded Soldiers' Fund. It indicates a confusion over names and contributions and references a surgeon or surgery context.
At the Circuit Court in Chambers before His Honour Justice Shand James Gaul of Wolfram an engin driver was adjudicated insolvent on his own petition. Mr E B Steete appeared for the applicant.
A report from Babnda notes the Aum result of Australia Day events. The secretary of the Northern Piscrict Patriotic Pond received the sum CI /1L/1 as a commendable example to other localities.
A fragment from the Northern Herald describes a display of fancy dresses or costumes featuring named individuals in a humorous or decorative scene. The text mentions drones and specific names, but the readable portion focuses on a playful fashion tableau with characters like Erma Brown and Edward Brown.
Advertises magnesia tablets to cool blood and soothe the skin during measles season. Also features Correct Strength Cartelic Soap praised for skin relief. Promotes special cut rate at W A Collins, Chemist, Lake Street, Cairns.
A local resident from Clump Point named Charles Inchon has stepped forward as the first volunteer to answer the call to arms. The note praises his willingness and expresses hope he returns safely, framing him as a potential model for other young men from the area.
A merc note to the Sub Collector of Custome Cair from the Department of External Affairs states that the Vic s Council for France in Melbourne plans to demand portraits of travelers for passport processing. The directive asks travelers to bring a third copy of their photo for identification when presenting passports.
Tonight the Palace Theatre repeats the programme with a striking film featuring strong men and their passions. The crowd pleaser highlights clever acting and a thrilling plot. Saturday spotlights Max McLean Mighty Atom making his first appearance outside the theatre with a car-breaking display.
The Austral Pictures venue drew strong support for a program praised for merit and patriotic sentiment. Organizers noted a spirit of recognition for featured soldiers and indicated forthcoming changes to the lineup to strengthen the overall presentation.
A fragmentary letter from a union secretary discusses condolences to Mrs March mother to President March and notes accusations about ANA members wearing white badges. It references a town rumor linking the organization to violence and mentions ongoing service duties for the king and country.
Members of Cairns Patriotic Wel come Committee gather in Cairns Town Council Chambers to welcome Private Franklin home from the front. The mayor praises his duty and declares gratitude from Queensland and Australia while Franklin thanks supporters for the warm reception and emphasizes his service to the Empire.
A meeting of Indies will be held at the secretary's office this afternoon at four to arrange hospitality for Saturday. The organizers anticipate a large attendance and active participation.
A social aid dance with gifts will be held next Saturday at McDonnell Creek school. Proceeds go to aid returned wounded. Headings indicate a community fundraising event organized to support injured veterans.
Citizens urge Town Council to repair Marygate Street after repeated poor conditions. They warn that ongoing erosion and delayed resurfacing threaten safety for patients and visitors entering the institute, predicting further deterioration if not addressed soon.
Fragmentary letters show Mr. Macree of Tropial Stud Utility Poultry praising a breeder for quality birds. The note mentions strong cocks, good layers, and favorable duck traits, with praise for the selector’s expertise and the potential for successful matings.
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