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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 27, 1928
Page
5
A disputed Atherton water scheme review outlines tensions over engineer roles and extra payments. The council debated Frew Bailey Kennedy and Sharples personnel, project terms, and the Irrigation Commission’s authority amid claims of misapplied funds and contract overreach.
George Squires Bailey describes his roles with Frew and the Tinaroo Shire Council from 1924 to 1928, including survey work, part time inspector duties, and handling of extras reports. He recalls interactions with Frew, Kennedy, Sharples, and council members, noting he did not provide council reports and asserting Frew’s authority over record submissions.
A fan letter from J D Coghill praises McCoy's Liver Compound Tablets for rapid weight gain after two months. The writer mentions trials, strong endorsement for adults and frail children, and a money back guarantee if no gain. The ad-like text urges purchase at chemists with price listed.
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