Postal vote debate echoes across Queensland politics
The article discusses the postal vote as a live issue in Queensland politics with opposition from the state Labor Party. It cites Mr Fish, a Fenonton representative, speaking in 1905 in Parliament about postal vote provisions as essential to universal franchise. He argues postal votes are private and should not be denied to any eligible voter despite misuse by some.
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Queensland
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Nais
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Fish
Hansard
Fistir
Metropole Arcade Fruit from Cairne District by White Growers
The Cairne District sees fruit from Metropole Arcade grown by White Growers under the Your Fruit Veretabies and Flow era branding. The claim highlights local agricultural efforts and branding across the district.
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Cairne
Fisher Defends Postal Voting Against Post Office Constraint
The debate centers on postal voting for electors with opposition leader Fisher arguing against mandatory postmaster proceedings citing accessibility concerns for crippled but mentally sound individuals. Speech references former Prime Minister and reactions from Mr. Ryan about franchise narrowing, with Fisher’s replies summarized.
Milliner Display and Shire Court Notice in Irvinebank
Mies Smith of Melbourne House Cairns will visit Irvinebank from Saturday August 2 until Thursday August 7 with a display of new season millinery and underwear. A Barrog Shire Appeal Court met Monday afternoon with appeals by Mrs Ashman Mareeba. valuations upheld. Also notes on skin care and local music lessons offered.
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Melbourne House
Cairns
Irvinehank
Hesiety
Cai Ote
Moy
SS Gana Hots
Barrog Shire
Mra. Ashman
Mareeba
Dental Notice and Local Notices From the Herald
A dental consultant Charles G. T. Murray advertises services at AMP Building Abbot 1 with phone 210 box 135. The Herald cites prepaid advertisements for marriages births and deaths appearing in the Post. The steamer Changsha departs Burns Philp Co wharf at 11 for Thursday Island Fort Derwin and Hong Kong. A traders meeting may decide on closing shops today. A cinema program at night features Asia film plus other subjects. A group of immigrants joined a vessel at Mogi bound for Brisbane. At Qu Ver in court a drunk admitted rape and was fined.
Bush Fires Roar Near Cairns Inlet Across Drought Spell
Dry spell triggers two major bush fires on ranges near the gap opposite Cairns Inlet. For two days the blazes raged with strong winds fanning the flames as authorities battled to contain them. Twenty Chinese workers arrived from the island of Hising Run to join theatre preparations. One passenger, after an examination of his handprints, was denied landing and remained on deck in a dejected mood.
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Cairns Inlet
Wien
Tribute to A 8PA at Woongerta branch meeting
At the Woongerta branch of the Queensland Farmers Union a tribute was paid to the A S P A by former Abe Cane Growers Union of Australia president T Donelly. He urged cane growers to support the A S P A as cane prices rise. The A S P A was praised for its influence and its journal. A separate note lists upcoming Theosophical lectures by Mima Helen Horne at Celio Lowe Hall and the School of Arts.
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T. Donelly
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Mima
Helen Horne
School of Arta
Miver
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Achee of Arts
Vaccination Tale Described Amid Local Civic Notes
The issue recounts a Sundus incident where Tyrie visited Babine and vaccination occurred amid calm local reception. It also previews this week's Herald serial Twixt Moor and Mountain replacing Fithel Verney, with local interest illustrations and church views. The Zillah Harrison Entertainers opened their Palace Theatre season to a large crowd with operatic selections and Miss Harrison's standout performances.
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Zillah Harrison Company
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Mise Harrison
Berera
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Berensade
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Abo
Grazing Land Rents Probe in South Australia
Melbourne reports that military authorities paid 109 pounds per acre yearly for denuded grazing land while remounts relied on hand feeding. Acting Home Affairs Minister Kelly ordered a full inquiry after official papers showed a 275 pound annual payment to W J Deans, an ex Attorney General, for two years. The deal was arranged by the Fisher Government and may continue until September 15. Deans did not own the land but leased it to the department.
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Baptists Face Government Oath Clash in St Petersburg
August 4 report from rough notes notes the Novoe Vremya says Baptists refuse the military oath and the government is considering a proclamation declaring Baptists a sect harmful to the state.
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St, Petersburg
Novoe Vremya
Rioters In Wheatfields Riots Spark Martial Law Move
Five militia companies move toward Wheatfields Yulba county after hops workers riot over wage demands. Local clash leaves two deputies dead. sheriff and others injured. Attorney general seeks authority to proclaim martial law.
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Sacramento
Yuilba County
Dstrict
Jermay
Britain Considers New Bermuda Bases Affecting Naval Policy
Washington reports Britain weighs creating novel bases in the Bermuda Islands. The move could influence the life of the Monroe Doctrine and shift Western Hemisphere naval policy.
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Washington
Great Britain
Bermuda Islands
Britain
Holiday Bus Tragedy Hits London On August Holiday
A motorbus carrying excursionists collided in darkness near Hoddesdon. Three men were killed and seven seriously injured as warm weather kept crowds out during the August holiday. Authorities investigate the crash and traffic checks remain in place.
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London
Geodon
Lothian Miners Rally Behind Keir Hardie in Dowals
The Lothian miners resolved to urge for a day of action as Keir Hardie spoke at Dowlals about their commitment to energize a labor movement. The crowd supported a ten hour workday and broader reform.
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London
Lothian
Keir Hardie
Dowlals
Fremantle Scat Election Vote Count and Allegations
After the federal election Fremantle results showed Mr Fleiges defeated for Fremantate seat by Sir John Forrest with 28 623 votes recorded though questions were raised about 3 000 cases of possible impersonation and ballot irregularities.
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Fleiges
Lelégrem
Jel Forrest
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Lews
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Hedges
Freman
John Forrest
Drowned Man McGurk in Phones River Rescue Underway
Mackay August 1 reports a man named McGurk drowned while swimming in the Phones River near Pabrs Mil after getting beyond his depth. The body was recovered shortly after. A motor accident on Frost's Hill left Mrs Whittard injured and the driver bruised, with Mrs Whittard pinned under the vehicle. feared internal injuries and broken bones reported.
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Goation
Frost's Hill
Treasury notes in Brisbane under Queensland redemptions
The Commonwealth Government took over issue of Treasury notes and the Queensland government has been redeeming its notes as presented to the appropriate department for payment. This process continued as the funds were required for payments.
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Brisbane
Commonwealth
Treasury
Queensland
Drowned Man Found on Albany Beach Near Jetty
The body of a man was discovered early Saturday morning on Albany beach near the jetty. A handbag with papers bearing the name W.KE. Edgar and the address of Alliance Insurance was found nearby. Police were notified and investigations commenced.
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Perth
Albany
W. KE. Edgar
Riot in Cawnpore after mosque demolition leaves dead and wounded
In 1l1umen Cawnpore on August 4 during clashes with police the mob faced gunfire leading to several deaths and numerous injuries. Police report 31 wounded and multiple fatalities among natives amid the mosque demolition disturbance.
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Cawnpore
Asco
How the Jap Arrives
The San Francisco report says a captured Japanese emigrant admits another attempt to gain admission by voyaging the Pacific in a small junk from China. After a search the vessel was found abandoned with signs of brandy use and a harrowing motive revealed.
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United States
Pacific
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