Sugar Conveyors Resolution Approved by Cairns Board
A Works and Executive Committee meeting approved constructing sugar conveyors from the wharves. The 22,500 pound project will be funded 25 percent by the Board and 75 percent by a loan, repaid over 12 years with interest. The plan foresees sugar mill expansion and guarantees not required, with three milling firms to be involved.
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Cairns Tarboy
Ela
Earl
Critlow
Gatling
Iil
Aid Eiuglaser
Tout
Waterved
Conference of Representative of Shipping
Belli Favorabl Rojeet
Fom
Sve Mille
Remus
Hattour Duce
Stan Mir
Grifin
Lodal
Bates
Sydney
Bart
Renee
Proyonel Wana
Annie
Ay Hodel
Rene Nelee
Dempion
Agenauetion
Gardom Road citizen remembered after long residency
An obituary-like notice honors a well known Gardom Road resident, a long time neighbor of the Chamberlains, detailing his family ties, service, and the community’s loss. It mentions medical figures and a veterinary surgeon, noting a late struggle and dignified farewell.
Reducing Members Pay Sparks Brisbane Debates
Brisbane August 1 Parliament debated a bill on reductions in ministers and civil service salaries. The opposition urged clearer disclosure of ministerial expenses under the Arbitration Act, while proposals for cost cuts and reform of the Board of Agriculture faced resistance.
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Brisbane
Theodore
Salerian
Santa
Vowles
Vanten
Tt Son
Ap.ing
Betram
Progress in Dawson Valley Queensland Cotton
Reports from Rockhampton note growing evidence of cotton expansion in Dawson Valley. The season aims to clear and plant several hundred acres, with Archer TC planning to establish spinning and manufacturing facilities to support local growth and employment.
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Queensland
Dawson ‘Valley
Rockhampton
Archer TC
Berney Es Mathe
Aeseyrenines
Dawson Valles
Austalien
Ervey
Premier's Outburst and Tie Vote in Parliament
In Brisbane the Premier's outburst sparked a heated division in the house. Mr King’s ascendment faced opposition with illness affecting attendance. The Speaker cast the deciding vote as the government held a slim margin, while the opposition pressed for adjournment and questioned the division process.
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Brisbane
King
Brial
W. Hi. Barnes
Theodore
Gledson
Eirwin
McCormack
W. Barnet Maid
Glednot
Apsin
Agein Syren
Fite
Abe Spember
RECORD COLD SNAP AT HERBERTON REPORTS THREE DEGREES
A Gwin correspondent reports a cold snap at Herberton with three degrees of frost observed. The July 3 weather was markedly clear then cooled to near freezing with dew and rain later in the period. Schools faced disruptions as temperatures dropped, mirroring past cold spells in 1918.
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Herberton
Ur Gwin
Safe Robber in NSW Council Clerk’s Keys Theft
A NSW council report details a burglary where a clerk’s keys were stolen. The incident involved a locksmith named Gama and left several injuries including a laceration and a sprained ankle. The scene referenced a football match mid between Eline and Gordonvale in Queensland.
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Nsw
Frank Shima
Callarhanesity
Bluey Butler
Witaker
Eline
Gordonvale
Queensland
Edge Hill State school progress and event notices
The Edge Hill State School at Edge Ia faces uncertainty about its establishment. Government action halted the project five years ago, but the school opened with about 30 pupils and has grown toward 100. A parents’ committee and a local reward event, Grand Prize, are planned for August with entertainment and tides in the afternoon.
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Edge Hill
Edge
Dintict
Recht
Vale
Poultry Industry in the North Report Highlights Growth
Mr J Beard, Poultry Expert, tours northern towns from Cairns to Townsville noting rising utility stock in each center. He cites higher prices, stronger demand for live table poultry and shifting from feather to meat production. Ophthalmic disease and new treatment approaches feature in the discussions.
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Brisbane
J. Beard
Brisbany
Beard
Cairne
Cairns
Brie
Foren
Ie Cote Eti
Orpingtone
Turko-Greek War Tensions and Greek Reinforcements
Report reviews British representations to Athens over the Turko-Greek conflict. It notes Greek forces may advance with Allied approval and mentions Lloyd George reaffirming no immediate conference among Powers. Reports of Greek landings in Thrace and clashes near Constantinople are summarized with cautious diplomatic language.
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Athens
Loyd
Constantinople
Grete
Amatral Cone
Lloyd George
Gresce
Angers
Thrace
Paris
Angora
Constantine
Cgireaky
Sfr
Angore
Townsend
Greelee
Mining production and values in Queensland quarter end
Queensland mineral outputs show a £75,000 increase in the quarter ended January 40 with copper and other metals contributing. Copper lead tin and arsenic values are listed alongside ounces and tons, noting Herberton and Ingham as key sites and Beasthorpe and Horkhampton among producers.
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Brisbane
Queensland
Flor Sper
Combating the Wage Reduction Moves at Labor Hall Meeting
A new campaign to oppose wage cuts was launched at the Trade Hall with unions ordered to mobilize against large retail firms in Sydney's clothing sector. The Labor Council agreed to circulate guidance to unions and convene a conference of delegates to craft a strategy to counter wage reductions and firm tactics.
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Unioni
Lating & Dayrott
Sydney
Boycot Hay
Frade Hall
Gardens
Labor Council
Sis
Cor
Firma
Saaree Court
Soma
Centerence
Council of Action
London and Allies discuss reparations amid currency turmoil
Reports from London indicate a conference involving Lloyd George, Italian and Belgian representatives to address reparations. The German Reichsbank move and France’s moratorium stance affect the outlook, with warnings that reparations and related payments may be far from settled. The Daily Chronicle notes disruption to summer tourism and industry as the mark fluctuates and trust erodes.
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London
Cheovicle
Germaft
Bertin
France
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