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Newspaper

Bowen Independent

Location

Bowen, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jun 16, 1923

Page

4

High Court Begins Hearing In Trower Damages Case

The Full Bench of the High Court opens the hearing of H M Trower versus the Commonwealth for 5000 pounds damages plus 21000 in expenses, arrears of salary, and reinstatement. Knox cites section 8 of the Constitution, while the Commonwealth contends section 1A does not apply to this case. The court reserves ruling on this point and will hear further arguments tomorrow.

Brisbane High Court H. M. Trower Knox Hemus McGregor

Government to take Mt Mulligan mine as morgage burden rises

Brisbane reports the government preparing to take over the Mt Mulligan mine from June 30 due to an unpaid 140000 mortgage. Officials say steps will boost output while recalling a 1991 disaster that claimed 75 lives.

MT. Mulligan Boisbens, Keitley Abe Feamler Yasterday Mt Mulligan Mr .Theodore Obillnegos Co Mb Mulligno

Senator Pearce Tour Reaffirms Territory Prospects

Friday report from the Northern Territory and Queensland Senator Beake describes the Territory as healthy and white man aligned with vast pastoral and potential cotton lands. He notes transport is lacking and faults the region’s facilities yet forecasts Katherine district becoming a major cotton belt with welcoming views toward white settlement. He emphasizes improved conditions for workers and highlights comparisons of Territorians to other Australians.

Northern Territory Queensland Beake Hydney Katherine [Tives Australia

Canberra Occupation Debated by Vigilance Committee

Melbourne Friday meeting of the Canberra Vigilance Committee resolved to urge Bruce to occupy Canberra during the life of the present Parliament or by end of 1595. The group vows to keep Canberra occupation as a live issue in the current session. Persistent rain and river conditions worsen floods with Murray at 14 ft at Ashby, near the danger point.

Melbourne Canberra Bruce Bydawy Abe Muyrumbidges al Wasgu Yas Bowie Murray River Ashby

Inquest on Death of Garrett and Lovett Commenced

An inquest opened into the deaths of Garrett and Lovett with authorities reporting on the fatal events. The proceedings are underway with jurors and officials gathering evidence to determine cause and责任.

Ted Tong Jae Garrett, Lovett Bor Thial Sydney Morday Hive Yeur-Aid Bay Loreival Garratt

Olive Motes and the 95 Tiger Hweesse Drill Event

Olive Motes led a 42 point effort amid the 95 Tiger Hweesse drill with strong showings from Lrindad Khait and Aud ofilhary at AY Bevugry. Officials noted the event showcased notable emmy sockets and a late surge by Goe fo atOUN mHODy.

Sale of Williamstown Dockyards in Melbourne Harbour Trust deal

The Commonwealth Government sold the Williamstown Dockyard to the Melbourne Harbour Trust for 6150.00 pounds. The transfer updates ownership of the dockyard facilities in Melbourne.

Williamstown Melbourne Gommionwealth

Indications of UIL report on Mersey seepage findings

Hobart reports a Mines Department note confirming two undisputed seepages in the Mersey Valley on the North West Coast. Government Geologist Reid has inspected the sites and states the seepages indicate inflammable material extending over half a ground unit. The department has received official information corroborating the discovery.

Hobart Mersey Mines Department Reid

Destructive Fire Hits Ministry of Pensions Hospital

A disastrous fire swept through an open air ward at the Ministry of Pensions Hospital in Birmingham. Ten to twelve spinal patients were strapped to beds as smoke enveloped the ward, with several fleeing patients harmed. Firefighters battled the blaze as two patients were burned alive despite rescue attempts.

London Ministry of Pensions Birminghwm Amoka Datisata Ole Tromundou Alethea Tharat Bal

Ruhr Trouble Talks Stir Over German Policy

A Paris based paper notes discussion in Burke and Condon of a possible move in the Ruhr. France is prepared to mobilize if Germany ends its passive policy, signaling renewed tension and potential military concerns in the region.

Por Thuguiry Burke Condon Ruhr Francs Germany

The Cbin esh Upheaval In New York

A man named Li Yuan Hung fled to mountain safety amid fears of a coup. Foreigners seek protection as unrest grows. Li Yuan Hung is held prisoner in a special brain.

New York Li Yuan Hung

Cbilaren'n Hanking Cough Woods Grant Papparmluc Cure

A local medical group reports progress in treating a persistent cough epidemic with a Woods Grant Papparmluc cure under study. Researchers say initial results show symptom relief and reduced coughing duration in trial participants.

Woods Grant Papparmluc

Beauty Specialist's Groundbreaking Discovery Promoted

A Melbourne beauty specialist touts a new cream named Hoxadin that allegedly removes tan dark spots and blemishes in four weeks. The ad claims the preparation works overnight like a cold cream and promises skin clarity, youth, and range of effects from pimples to blotches.

Blizaneva Melbourne

Special Oper at Command Ellin’s Now

A fragmentary item notes a special operation at Command Ellin’s, mentioning valued bordered casement, steam tenure, escorted designs, AU inchoa wide KA ys, with unclear specifics and several garbled terms. The readable text suggests a procurement or secure design activity, but key entities and actions are not fully clear.

Coomdellin

Bits of Byplay and Bowan town gossip tease husbands

A fragmentary satirical piece reports community chatter about Martha and her husband, theater goers, and local crowds in Bowan. It notes rival claims to Martha's spouse, public burlesque, and observations of trains, football, and Sunday customs amid humorous, rowdy commentary.

Martha Collinaville Tania Jim-Jamin Bowen Bowes Thed Bias Éeversl Bowens Aly Townsville Moon Bishop Tivoli Bunday Timon Bbia Gayndale Sydney Blake Ranvirls

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