Poverty Policy Sparks Tax Proposals in London Conference
Fragmentary report from a January conference notes advocates call for poverty provision through four notes and pre birth support, while others urge banning married women's work. M P Snowden demands funding from unearned income, Macdonald pushes higher taxes on estates and monopolies, and broader taxation on land values.
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Mahommedan Jealousy and Morley Deputation
A deputation of Indian Mahommedans met Viscount Morley in London to press for a native Mahommedan to sit on the Executive, arguing that the appointment of a European member signals no disability for progress. Morley offered no plan to appoint two natives.
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Canada Germany tariff war report in London
London reports senator Cartwright in Ottawa stated talks with German officials over German tariff impact. Canada’s surtax is said to pressure Germany, while Canada seeks favorable terms. Germany allegedly faces reduced access to Canadian markets and higher prices for German goods.
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Governor warns legislature against anti Japanese laws
A damaged clipping reports California Governor warns State Legislature to resist anti Japanese legislation. A worker, Herbert Milley, injured at a chaff cutter in Woomarram while feeding the machine. his left arm was torn and severed up to the elbow before it was halted. He was taken to Lown then moved to Wipsga Hospital for treatment.
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Gruesome Hoax claims murder near BrickGetd Reserve
A New South Wales news brief reports a fictitious confession of a man about to be killed by a mate at BrickGetd reserve near Gemby five miles from town. Police rushed to the scene and arrested Halder on vagrancy charges while investigating the strange tale.
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Broken Hill riot case at Police Court bristles with charges
At Broken Hill Police Court twenty two men faced riotous conduct charges after a frenzied clash. Richard Gilbert was acquitted for lack of identification, Edward Hore fined 40 shillings and placed on good behavior for 42 months, Stanley Drummond convicted of assault on a constable with punishment to be decided later. Vivian Shipley and William Mearen charged with brutal assault on Ming officials, more witnesses sought, adjournment granted until Monday.
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Trouble in Meneagtle District Gallieries Sparks Meeting
Newcastle Coalfields reports unrest in Wallsend and other gal lieries with a special meeting planned tonight. The Federation Executive held a decisive mining court session as owners push for continuation while miners threaten a possible broad strike in the coming months. Mr Bowling resigns from the Special Court amid tensions.
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Sydney market report details wheat and stock prices
Commercial, Sydney, Thursday markets show wheat prices from New South Wales to Victoria, with quotes for barley, oats, bran, pollard, hay, and butter. Livestock values rise for wethers and ewes, while bullocks and cows fetch higher ranges. 69 trucks of produce arrived for auction at Central Railway yards with several lots selling below expectations.
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Circular Quay Sensation Stabbing Injures Girl
A Goanese sailor stabbed May Byroy, 18, near Gheuiay Quay on a crowded thoroughfare. She was taken to hospital with a thigh wound and is not believed to be seriously hurt. The assailant claimed the act was unprovoked.
Tom Mann Granted Bail With Conditions
The Magistrate set bail for Tom Mann who was yesterday committed for trial on a charge of rioting. Mann agreed to stay out of the New South Wales dispute and comply with conditions that apply outside that area. He will travel to Port Pirie where workers for the Proprietary Company are on strike.
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Attempts to Organise Strike by Locomotive Engineers
Sydney Thursday reports the Combined Talonists seek a general strike of locomotive engineers at Silverton Tramway Company to pressure settlement with Directors. Only 40 of 200 volunteers agreed to be arrested, while socialists warn of capitalistic forces and an attempt to import scabs.
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JHNESE SMUGGLIR At Police Court
At the Police Court today a Chinese defendant was fined 25 for unlawfully importing prohibited goods, to wit opium, in Sydney on January 25.
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Labour Conference in Sydney approves industrial reform agenda
The Labour Conference at Trades Hall Sydney resumed with about 200 delegates led by Mr Frank Bryant. They adopted the annual balance sheet and auditor’s report and backed a six point industrial program including 44 hour week, overtime limits, six hour day for underground workers, a living wage from a dollar daily, a ban on underage labor and overtime for workers under 18.
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Steamer Uganda Encounters Locust Swarm Off North West Cape
The Uganda from Calcutta to Sydney steaming along the east line near North West Cape met clouds of locusts. The insects swarmed the wake and deck, with many clinging to the vessel as it ploughed through the swarm.
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King's Colours for Cadets Adopted for Commonwealth
Melbourne reports that the Countess of Dudley wishes to present a King's and regimental colour to senior cadets in every state. The Defence Department sets annual competition rules with October 1 returns from district commandants. Awards depend on drill discipline field exercises turnout and musketry. musketry only judged separately. Presentation for 1909 likely at year end.
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Warning on counterfeit volatile eucalyptus extract
Consumers warned after reports of dangerous effects from fake volatile eucalyptus extract labeled as Sanders Extract. Authorities cite a careful manufacturing process and expert testimony to distinguish genuine Sanders Extract from deceptive imitations sold by Sandel & Sons and others.
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Funeral for John Leyland Held at Toral Cemetery
The late John Leyland was buried Friday in Toral cemetery after a Methodist service led by Chaplain Rev M Bats of Gaus eon. A large gathering attended, with a Masonry rite and local honors. The annual Sunday School concert at the Anglican Church followed at Christ Church with a turnout of children and teachers and a community gathering in the hall in the afternoon.
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Haystack Fire Sparks Large Blaze Early Morning
About one o clock this morning a large blaze was seen at the We Model Farm or pesm site. Observers say a haystack burned quickly with the fire lasting only a short time.
Australia’s birthtime and national greatness foreseen
Mr Kidston speaking for the Caledonian Society at a Queensland A M A dinner urged Australians to form a strong national sentiment. He argued assertiveness helps, but only with ability, and suggested Australia’s birthtime will come when sacrifice for nationhood is required, marking the start of Greatness.
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