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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Sep 30, 1910

Page

2

Erection Tender Call for Abbott Street Villa Cairns

The School of Arts Cairns invites tenders for the erection of a wooden villa at Abbott Street Cairns for A J Bennett Figs Wonders Co. Tender submission date Saturday October 8.

Tenders for Erection of Cottage and Stabling Cairns

Tenders are invited by Messrs Barra Philp and Co Limited for the erection of a cottage stabling and fencing at Hop Wah Road Cairns. Tenders close Tuesday noon 11th October. G Crater FWA Architect solicits tenders. EAL School of Arts Guildings Cairns.

School of Arta Guildings Cairns Hop Wah Road Messrs Barra, Philp, and Co. Limited

Notable British Trial Tells of Indecent Postcard Plague

The Guilford Assizes convicted Mrs Tugwell wife of Regis Sutton of involvement in a vile postcard campaign described as an "absolute plague." The case led to heightened scrutiny of anonymous postal threats and the role of guilty parties in tormenting innocents.

Fagland O Tugwell Regis Sutton Guilford Great Britain Sutton Loni Ciel

Notes and News Items From The Post

Mr. Harvey G. Draper invites tenders for cottage and stables on Hop Wab rush and for a wooden building in Abbott street. The Crown Hotel hosts a band concert at 8 o clock with a new gaxophom. The band may aid the Nelasuo School of Arts at their picnic. Catholic Young Men's Society members including Fathers Walsh and Downer and De Kerwin meet at St Monica s School. Next Thursday’s syllabus item is Mock Auction.

Harvey G. Draper Abbott Street Post Sime Cineras Crown Hotel Nelasuo School of Arts Catholic Young Men's Society Fathers Walsh Downer Kerwin St. Monica's

Shipping route outline for Cairns to Singapore via ports

Fragmentary note describes Cairns on or about Lith Ortoper directing cargo to Thursday Island Port Darwin and Singapore. Poedngers may reserve berths for cargo and bookings via local agents. Early application advised with spare accommodation for stock.

Sul Cairns Ortoper Port Mores Thursday Island Port Darwin Singapore

Writ Notice Seeks Sale of Cairns Community Property

In the Supreme Court of Queensland James Lyons v C Drickmann a Writ of Piers Feriaxs has been issued to enforce a judgment against the Community of Nares Parish and Town of Cairns. The sheriff's bailiff will sell the Cottage at public auction at the County House Cairns on Monday October 1910 at 7 p m.

Te Cains Marecha Lede Betwen Cairne Barehe Cairan Piers Feriaxs Nares Cairns Otober H.R. Atorey Catrnb

Cairns Stock Exchange Sees No Call Amid Finance Committee Meeting

There was no call on the Cairns Stock Exchange yesterday as the brokers were prevented from trading during a Cairns finance committee meeting of the Cairns Association.

Cairns Stock Exchange Brokops Cairns A. Ong M. Amsocigtiog

Charge Against J Morath and Reinstatement of McGrath

The inquiry on the charge against J Morath concluded with evidence on suspending the appellee. Mr Ryam argued the General Traffic Manager lacked power to suspend. the Board upheld the objection and McGrath was reinstated by the General Traffic Manager. An after-event social in St John Hall featured dancing, games, and performances into the night.

J. Morath Ryam McGrath Ryan World Expresse Coi St. John's Hall Mears Gilbert Hooper Wiss Ramuller Hobinson Feuphagium Eccomtics Coliver

Household Furnishings and Optical Services Tour Listings

An advertisement lists household furnishings including Austrian bentwood chairs with cane wear, cornice poles with rings and ornaments, 26-Piece Dinter Services, 0/9 pricing, and 26/6 for 9 Mohata doormats with September sale emphasis. It also promotes professional sight testing in Cairns and district with no charge for tests, detailing visit dates to Atherton Herberton Irvinera Wade Torps and other local hotels.

Mohata Amishaned Townsville Cairna and Atherton Thurmiay Wetree's Herberton South Irvinerase Mionday Wade's Torps's Cairns

Boland's Little Last Price List Promises Low Wesk-Sad Rates

Boland's establishment releases a last price list featuring low rates and compact offerings. The advert highlights affordable items and the shop’s commitment to value, inviting patrons to compare prices and shop locally.

Boland's

Emellee Collar Advertises Improved Appearance

A fragment describes the Emellee collar promising look enhancements and correction of shirt defects. It touts the Kaneteee collar as improving fit and appearance, notes limited stock, and mentionsMade in fre toned and hot weather wear.

Athens Ma,era, Limited

Death of Edward Byrnes Revered by North Queensland

The Brisbane received notice yesterday of the death of Edward Dyrnes in a private metropolis hospital. Brother of the late Hon. T. J. Byrnes, he lived in Cairns years ago then Townsville. Quiet, unassuming and jovial, his passing will be deeply regretted by North Queenslanders who knew him.

Brisbane Edward Dyrnes Metropolis Byres T. J. Byrnes Cairns Townsville Byrnes

Paddy Joyce Takes Over Mining Exchange Hotel in Cairns

Patrick Joyce known as Paddy begins his new role behind the bar at the Mining Exchange Hotel at 6 pm, succeeding Mr Tom Dumesh. He invites friends and Cairns residents to celebrate the change, and his management is expected to be welcomed. A Caledonian Society meeting was held, with a donation from Scotch Whisky Co. and plans for Halloween celebrations discussed.

Patrick Joyce Paddy Cairns Mining Exchange Hotel Tom Dumesh Joyce Jor Tom Dupes Caledonian Society Mitendanes WcKenzie Scotch Whisky Co Mendes Hallowe'en Sinclair Miller Farta Oh Sonthie Rhoreeder Willer McKenzie

Northern Prospecting Efforts Highlight Alice River Developments

The Ossktown Chamber of Commerce hears updates on mining ambitions including two prospecting parties to Glasroy and Normanby and a request to the local Warden to permit sinking a shaft on the Alice Queen. A threeteend battery is cited as aiding field operations and government support is urged.

Ossktown Chamiar of Commerce Douglas M. L.A Glasroy Normanby C. Patching Muller Chamber of Commere Fetching Alice River Mears Alec

Real Property Acts Notice of Application for Title

Notice is given that an application has been made for the title for the property described in the Real Property Acts of 1861 and 1877. The registrar of Tithe in Townaville will hear the matter and a caveat map will be detested. September 1910. CRPANBEES, MRNAB & MENA, solicitors.

Faye Peng Noon AY Registrar of Tithe Soterter Crpanbees Mrnab Mena Boliciters Arishass

Mining Wires Delicately Noted Prices and Brands

A compact listing shows various wires and string prices including Clark's Sid, Kalamedean, Marshall's Queen, New Brillant Thresholds, Piclfer's, and Vic tory with multiple rate figures such as 14/2 14/4 71/3 and 1/6 1/7, indicating costs or sales.

Clark's Feet Menican Marshall New Brillant Fresholds Piclfer Victory

Copper Market Report Shows Forward Price Movement

The Metal Markets column notes electrolytic copper trading at 2 pounds 57 shillings 13 6 pence forward and 158 pounds 17 shillings 6 pence to CLO, reflecting a shift in price levels and near term outlook.

Labour Shortage Hit Farm Work Amid Stormy Seas

A fragment notes labour scarcities affecting farm labor during harsh conditions at sea. The report hints at climatic stress and reduced harvest work, with uncertain impact on productivity and local economies.

Lisha's Note Reflects May 11 Merreckess Entry

A fragment mentions Lisha's and a date May 11 tied to a Merreckess entry with a value of 41. The garbled OCR limits full context but preserves the named entities and the numeric detail.

Diseases IX Stock Report From Towse Vill

Government Veterinary Surgeon G Tucker arrived from Towse vill to meet Mr W Mar-Dene to inspect dairy stock. On arrival he met several dairymen and stockowners and examined animals at Barros and Purcell's. He found cattle affected by frost infection likely from nettle exposure and planned further reports.

G. Tucker Towse W. Mar- Dene Titeroo Atherton Tucker Meera A. Hares EK. A. Styles Fest Barros A. G. Jones

Bargain Hunters Review Early Week Price List

An advertisement on page 2 highlights week era deals from the Music’s Corn A Mall group. It promotes early week bargains and urges readers to study the top offers for today tonight and tomorrow.

Mery

Farm sales in Lower Burdekin district noted

During the past few days several farms changed hands in the Lower Burdekin district Captain Poulsen of Casing New South Wales closed for a portion of Mr Maynes sugar lands last week Mr McPherson is understood to have acquired Mr Lawrence Neilsons farm near Maidenvale and Mr John Brodie has disposed of to a Charters Towers buyer

Burdekin Captain Poulsen Casing New South Wales M. Mayne McPherson Lawrence Neilson Maidevale John Brodie Charters Towers

Harbour Board seeks external opinion on port channel improvements

The Cairne Harbour Board chairman Mr Walsh outlines a motion for tomorrow night to obtain independent expert advice on a comprehensive and permanent scheme of channel improvements for the port. The motion aims to secure competent opinion and a report guiding major navigation and port works.

Harbour Board Walsh Cairne Harbour Board

Olympia Skating Rink Draws Large Crowds and Polo

The Olympia Skating Rink continues to attract many skaters and visitors with lively evenings and crowded crowds. Polo matches amuse spectators and offer chances to showcase skill. Advertisements in the Post promote the rink and Mr Frank, the manager, provides further information. Another polo match is planned for tonight.

Olympia Wyrenns Frank

Wyreema Arrives After Sydney Call From Melbourne

The Wyreema, of The A.GSLN Co., arrived from the south yesterday morning. Captain James Grahill reports leaving Melbourne on the 17th and calling at Sydney and usual Queensland ports en route to Brisbane. Experienced light winds and smooth seas with fine clear weather to Brisbane, with rough overcast skies from Owen to Cairns.

A.gsln, Co James Grah Melbourne Sydney Queensland Brisbane Owen Cairns

Court session ends in minutes as defendant pleads guilty

Mr. P. G. Grant PM returned by Koranda from Port Douglas. One case set for hearing. defendant pleaded guilty and the matter disposed of in a couple of minutes. Opinion voiced that police time and expense were wasted and a question raised about local Justices of the Peace.

P. G. Grant Port Douglas

Circuit Court Hearings Schedule in Cairns

The Cairns Circuit Court sits next Monday with criminal list including Charlie Gordon and Ample Maria Weedin for alleged murders and robbery. Movements cover Frenei Hill v Arthur Hill on £53 debt and counterclaim, Teresa O Dea v Charles Aton Weimke for breach of promise.

Cairns Charlie Gordon Ample Maria Weedin John Pesti Frenei Hill Arthur Hill Moser Johnansa Teresa O'Dea Cairne Charles Aton Weimke Mackay

Maintenance order case at Hockhampton Police Court

Clerk of Petty Sessions proceeded against George Lamnon at Cairns for failing to obey two maintenance orders. He neglected to comply and risked detention and imprisonment if he did not appear to answer.

Hockhampton Petty Sessions George Lamnon Cairns Lon Leanomaia

Quirky Questions Stump Melbourne Federal House

In Melbourne on Thursday the Federal Parliament faces extraordinary questions as Messrs Higga, Fenton, and Gostay in the House of Representatives provoke laughter. A query asks for rletway awaits on Sundays and potential sales, with Josiah Thomas promising inquiries though Baliney Commissioners resist interference.

Melbourne House of Representatives Gostay Mesara Higga Fenton Reltway Aundays Josiah Thomas

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