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Newspaper
Bowen Independent
Location
Bowen, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 28, 1920
Page
2
The text argues against raising customs duties excises stamp taxes land tax and other levies citing potential drops in consumption and limited revenue gains. It notes total receipts for the year were 2,772,209 with most funds needed for government department upkeep, suggesting modest net gains from tax increases.
In a controversial commentary Queensland faces pressure for higher taxes yet warns against a wealth levy. The piece argues large tax increases harm pastoral and mining sectors, risks capital flight, and could bankrupt the state while urging a return to proven fiscal principles and broader economic balance. It cites figures such as £6 15s per head and references Land Revenue limits, death duties, and international tax comparisons. It stresses safeguarding grazing, mining, and agricultural sectors to avoid depopulation or exodus of capital. The author signs as W. H. Darwan and George Strat.
A garbled markets note from 1916 reports produce shipping details, credit lines, and prices. Mentions a large consignment of guarianr eaves and various traders across Sydney and Sabine with telegrams aiding confirmations.
Fragmented report from Merinda and Bowen mentions an accident in the fishing root and a wreck near St Bow’s, plus weather and local memorials. The page also notes legal proceedings in Rockhampton, theater listings at Lyaumpia Theatre, and several unrelated travel and health items.
A damaged notice states a found pair of gull clarned spectacles may belong to someone who should apply at this office and pay the advertising costs to claim them.
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