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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 23, 1915
Page
2
A local shop advertises silk fabrics for blouses including ivory Jin Jap silk and washing silks in stripes and spots. Prices range from 2/8 to 2/9 per yard with varieties in ivory, black and white, checks, and new stripe effects.
Fragmented text outlines parcels and shipping terms with partial timing data. Mentions T J Duxstone and Moon offices with scattered references to remanufacturing and a window from 53 to early morning hours.
On the ith September at the Presbyterian Church Shersian street by Rev Mitchell P Meland of Cairns Telegraph marriage to Margaret second daughter of the late Mr James and Mrs Mei john of Cairns. The metal market London September 33 prices for lead tin copper silver antimony wolfram molythtenite listed with units and variations.
The Post reports a course of advertisements promising No 2 Cherry Balsam as a cure for bad coughs including tight chest and difficult breathing. Also notes a special sailing from Hastings Reef for a motor month trip and a local photo studio offering baby portraits at The Next Hides Hotel window display.
After years of public comment the Cairns Town Council agrees to fund and carry out repairs to the front Lotpath and gutter of the Cairns Tomns House, including channeling and arching work, with shared responsibility from Fatlergl Authorities.
With warm weather conditions prevailing households should have a bottle of Special Cu rate Magnesia and a tablet of Correct Strength Cartolic Soap. The magnesia cools the blood and skin, and the soap relieves skin irritation. A tablet should be in every home where measles are present. Get them from W A Collins, Chemist, Lake Giret, Caires.
CalRes Pictures offers The Philis Time a four part serial billed as thrilling and darkest Africa. The Gazette promises a broad survey of current public events across the Commonwealth with light entertainment in the bill and screenings at Whittick's for the usual crowd.
A Cairns protest opposes government monopoly in insurance. The report mentions local business promotions for remedies and medicines, including Mulgrave Throat Pastilles and Sarsaparilla, with ads from Craig Dispensing Chemist. A Circuit Court scene references a local incident as part of daily life in the town.
Austral Pictures presents a full program headed by The Family Solicitor starring Clarendon, with domestic drama and two Pals and a Girl and The Midnight Miller as other dramas. Comedies include Such Coo from the Keyutong series, and a feature about the process of mind awercing in the North Sea. The program runs until Friday at all Austral houses each night.
A fragmented local item discusses Mr John P Mathews and Cairns, noting advertising influence and community remarks. It mentions a crowd admiring fine babies and praise for healthiness in the Cairns district, with portraits and expectant mothers highlighted.
In this notice, Deentint FP Meredith will be in attendance at bio Surgery monthly. Permission must be sought for sales after usual trading hours at bazaars hospitals churches or patriotic events, with approval required from the Minister through Mr Wright Inspector of Shoes and Degleries for such permission.
The town council discussed a 4 1 shillings payment to the Local Authorities Association as its membership subscription. Alderman Hesg hesitated about funds for refreshments, prompting light laughter as the mayor quipped about half the council.
A Cairns Horticultural Society committee meeting chaired by G E Moody reviewed the recent show finances. The balance sheet shows prize money accounting for 30, with the financial portion remaining pounds. The president praised the Maneeral show and announced prize redemption at the secretary's office from Friday. Readiness for the next committees and notice of upcoming meetings were discussed.
Palace Theatre announces a diverse program featuring Cairns talent and local acts. The Male Quartette and Me Kelly head a bill including solo numbers by Mr. J Emsworth, Gordon Club favorites, a Strong Picture Programme, and a strong man stunt. Phone 218 for details.
Atherton features a good exhibition show with Borses on display. Smellin and Co present five fine exhibits of agricultural machinery all working. Chaff-cutters show tops for feede r fox cattle ware exhibited. Mr Mole of Pine River attends with local progress noted. A large crowd is expected at the Milina Milian Progress event.
Railway Commissioner Evans and party met locals at Mount Molloy to urge government takeover of the line, arguing it would boost settlement and land sales while securing transport. A deputation handed a letter urging purchase, noting 5800 acres valued at £5900 with 3000 acres opened for selection and multiple residences planned.
Cairns Red Cross Society met on 17th inst with Mrs. Gibson presiding. The Northern Districts Patriotic Fund sent £22 9d. Red Cross garment instructions were issued for hospital shirts, undergarments, and marking of goods. Donations arrived from multiple branches and individuals. expenses and resignations noted. equipment needs discussed. Rev H Denny outlined aims of the Equipment Guild.
Brisbane notes that extending the scheme for medical and dental care for school children hinges on funding. Three additional patrol inspectors will be appointed, though some former officers may retain roles. The new home welfare scheme takes effect from the department journal’s next issue following Mr Hardacre’s decision.
Melbourne official states the government has no plans to impose a wealth tax. Mr. Fisher dismisses suggestions of such taxation, reaffirming current policy.
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