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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1912
Page
3
Under the Local Authorities Act the Government can fund one third of expenditures of £100 or more. The local authorities cover the rest. For costs between £100 and £800 the government and local authority share equally. The subsidy is paid on all expenditure since the order's inception, semi annually.
A man saves his sister from a dangerous fall by grabbing her skirts as she leans toward a precipice in a daring rescue. The incident underscores the peril on the cliff edge and the quick action of bystanders in a moment of crisis.
At Adelaide Wattle Day events Prime Minister Sir Josiah Fisher attended formalities with local officials. The ceremony showcased national pride as speeches praised unity and heritage while community groups offered floral tributes and songs.
Considerable interest is shown in medicated scientific circles over the cabled summary of Professor Elliott Smiths address to the Anthropological section of the British Association in Dundee. The fore cast of the programme cites Descent of Man by Darwin and the evolution of mankind as the central thread, with Professor G presiding. The address will deal.
An unusual weather item mentions strong winds and safety concerns in Angwen Town. Readable details are limited but imply caution and potential impacts on local activities.
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