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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 26, 1928
Page
6
The report describes ongoing labor unrest and industrial actions at Mossman. It mentions electrical work, a fighting plant, and supervision by Mr C We Sinelaie with Captain Clave visiting Mossman as workers consider a strike related to company conditions and wage disputes.
Mareeba Chamber of Commerce led a campaign urging the reopening of the Etheridge railway to support northern progress. Chas A. Jenkinson cites broad support from Townsville residents and local shire councils. Officials note cattle transport and freight potential, with calls for government or commissioner action and urgent repairs to revive the line.
The text describes a proposed scheme in London in September involving a Welshman named Filslen Smith and a large employer at Tilmansusne Colliery Kem. The plan aims to fund industrial works and electricity supply for London, with references to machinery and work improvements.
A Memorial Church service on September 22 featured Rev. Sinkeld officiating at Mes arsual Church. The program included songs by children, recitations, and a prize concert with assessments by Miss Lovell and Miss Pletcher among others, concluding with a community celebration and donations for a local cause.
The Herberton School of Arts Committee held a meeting to plan fundraising and library improvements. Officers Mesdames Melitte and Karea led discussions on new books, shelving needs, and a working bee to finish timber repairs. The group approved purchasing ten pounds worth of books and authorizing a sub-committee to handle book orders and terms.
An advertisement touts Rexona Soap as the key to flawless skin with daily use. It claims rapid improvements in blackheads and clogged pores and promotes Rexona as the aristocrat of bath products.
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