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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 06, 1916
Page
4
An officer's letter from the western front praises Mr Hughes for stirring and encouraging troops likening him to Mr Chamberlain's spirit. In London replies to Commons questions reveal 195000 women in mutation factories and 272000 men replaced in industrial jobs.
A cryptic note picked up in an eastern English county reads Ven ileiee while another fragment mentions Theredar as a message found on a recent operation. The items appear as stray signals amid scattered correspondence.
Delegates from the Attested Married Union representing 750000 urged Lord Derby to cancel attestations of married men due to many single men not serving. They called for general compulsion as a remedy. A notable disclosure listed one lone marriage in the period between national registration on August 15 and November 2. Derby approved of Anvas help in tracing unmarried slackers and agreed that competition was
Paris dispatch reports the French withdrawal near Forges on March 1st was a skirmish with a day long bombardment wasted. French artillery from new positions opened fire as waves pressed forward, breaking the German flank and causing heavy casualties.
Recovery of wounded Ama trasians and New Zealanders is accelerated by milder weather. The number in hospitals has fallen from about 500 at Harefield Park to about 200.
Commentators examine the plan to raise 300 million yearly through extra taxation. Critics cite secrecy and rail fare quirks while supporters see benefits from higher revenue and tariff reforms. The government aims a 4 Hamp bond issue and districts face a fifty percent tax hike in some areas. The British Broken Hill Co denies joining the smelters’ cartel and says it waits on Imperial government action.
Copenhagen reports two heavy engagements in the Cattegat with a cannonade heard and a German torpedo boat badly damaged towed past Helsingborg. Petrograd notes floods still rising and actions against Germans south of Dvinak. Allies repelled a railway west of Tarnopol and advance toward Mushard Bitlis.
At St Mary's Cathedral Sydney Archbishop Kelly denounces the fuynor trade and warns a layman entering the hotel business would bring woe to his family. He argues drink causes poverty, crime, and social collapse, stating ruined families threaten the nation and urging restraint from public life.
In Brisbane today the Industrial Court set actions under section 7 1 C regarding industrial disputes involving councils shires and their employers. The order requires parties be summoned to the Australian Workers Union and relevant local authorities and contractors. Preliminary notices must be served and responses filed by May 17 with potential appearances in Chambers.
In the Eveleigh workshops strike discussion, parliament debated industrial dislocations and measures under the Arbitration Act, while warnings of a vast upheaval threatened rail and tramway services and the water supply. The Adjournment of the House sought to reveal strike-related matters amid broad discontent across transport sectors.
The Labour Cabinet resigns and indicates successors will await the Governor before inviting Mr. Lee, opposition leader, to form. The Premier says the Labour party will cooperate with the next government on land settlement and other vital issues, though differences persist on other matters and the hoped coalition fades.
The Cairns Red Cross Equipment Guild acknowledges numerous subscriptions and box collections for the Railway Men's Branch from March 1 to March 31, listing donors and amounts including 5/6 10/6 2/6 etc, with totals and worker contributions. A roster of runway employees shows names and days worked, totaling 39 days 7 hours, and additional subscriptions noted. The report also mentions a court adjournment in Townsville, a discharge certificate for Joseph Sheen, and a death notice related to a famous athlete.
In Sydney on April 4 a motion to set the second reading of the Totalizator Bill as urgent failed 2 to 26. Mr Osborne led the push for urgency, but the measure was halted, effectively ending the push for now with the understanding it might proceed later.
Brisbane reports the Commonwealth's request to control flour and bread prices. A reply notes that Casmeland's wheat crop failed, necessitating imports. It argues it would be unfair to expect millets and bakers in Uganda to supply at Sydney prices without considering freight and transport costs from South Australia.
The Brisbane government purchased 600 head from Galway Town for 123 pounds each delivered on station. Added costs include 7/1 per head to railhead, 19/1 for Metro Spotis, slaughtering and chilling expenses. About two thirds of the consignment arrived Saturday with slaughtering starting for the state butcher shop.
Morera United Band will play at the Royal and Federal Hotel on Saturday evening. In Brisbane a town day report placed her services with military hospitals. Mrs Craig presided and read apologies from many absent, including Mrs Gibwo and others. Letters from Benevolent Society and Red Cross expressed regret at Mrs Manners departure.
Melbourne April 4 Ministers have agreed to cut back racing meetings in Victoria during the war focusing on the metropolitan area. The Cabinet will receive further information on Thursday with a final decision expected. The general view is to restrict metropolitan racing to public holidays and Saturdays.
Scratchings list for Townsville Versity Friday and Saturday show Bedil from the Flying, Astute and Little Golyiva contending First Novice while Footguard from Second Novice also scratched. Cetygne removed from Donraster Handicap.
Readable scores show members like Daweom, Guilfoyle, Neilson, Murphy, Havington, Cummings and others with marks across 20 to 39 at ranges over 500 and 1000 yards. Notable notes mention a strange rifle and long absence from the range.
Melbourne April 5 A remarkable request arrived at the Federal Ministry from Western Australian unions seeking exemption for all members from paying interunion contributions. The proposal was referred to the Attorney General for consideration and potential legal action.
Mr Hunter stated today that the regulations require permits for the activity and that proper permissions will be obtained. The brief remark clarifies compliance steps and the need to secure authorization before proceeding.
In a briefing with State Insurance, Mr. Fiherly, assistant to the justice department, outlines staffing moves. Aims to align employees and address a coming ex in gear. Mr. Lensea, minister of agriculture, indicated plans to act today.
Estate and sugar farm for sale 74 acres with 12 cultivated, 4 acres vegetables fruit trees and bananas. Includes freehold equipment harness tools stock horses fowls and a steam engine. Lease of residence at Redlynch 1 3 years with water and garden. Billiard table and other items offered open for inspection.
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