Indirect Tax Toll Hits Workers in Weekly Wages
Analysis notes how indirect taxes on purchases cut into weekly earnings, with examples from wage brackets, sales tax effects on essentials, and calls for government spending cuts to ease the cost of living. It cites figures on Commonwealth wage pay and tax collections, arguing for relief beyond direct taxation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Selechow
Odemt
Excar
Aed
Rhuume
Thote
Commonwealth
Wool Trade Battle Sees Shifts In Market Turmoil
A fragmented notice references wool pricing and market tensions affecting producers and buyers. Names and dates are unclear, but the text suggests a dispute or adjustment in wool weight or quality standards impacting trade dynamics.
Tobacco and trade notes from Canberra report July 18
Special representative report from Canberra outlines tobacco and cigar trade concerns for July. It notes domestic demand fluctuating, August supply checks, and imports versus Australian production data, with comments on health measures and industry figures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
sAmentia Este
Mirner
Trade and Customs
Fraser Toa Queson
Francis
SF Aero
ILA
Mort
Wisinentine
Srrot
Witsle
Eigaretin
Sylie
Pve
Queensland
Saeco
Aiied
Wdad
Unclear OCR notes hint at Townsville Sydney game details
Fragmentary text references Townsville and Sydney with mentions of matches or events dated around the 23rd. It includes names like Speer Rageal JP and references to Braine was a con Negue and Sedaep but lacks coherent structure or full facts.
Obituary for Albert Ernest Fes from Malanda
Albert Ernest Fes died August 3 in Malanda near Dr Alfred Ernest Plan. He was one of the most respected community members, aided by friends and family as his health declined. Survived by relatives, the funeral details were to be announced locally.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Malanda
Alfred Ersest
Wild Taxi Crash Injures Passenger in Sheildestreet Collision
Fragmented report describes a taxi and truck collision on Sheildestreet near Front Street. One passenger sustained lacerations and was taken to District Hospital. Police, hospital staff, and inspectors investigated vehicle damage and route details while noting medical transfer and subsequent inquiries.
Mesoalan and Priestley Memorial Notice
A fragmented notice honors MESOALAN and PRIESTLEY in memory of a sep timetide. The text references remembrance, a seated figure named Aisiratian, and a dedication to the memory of Pilraie with a vague mention of a poncho and some scattered names.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Priestley
JUDGHENT Reserved Claims For Variation
The report covers discussions on a 4 40-hour week for workers at northern butter factories, with union leaders pressing for changes to overtime, annual leave, and wages. Representations by Jahr Ryan are noted, along with opposition from the North Qu Are division. Proposals include 200-hour weeks and amendments to benefits, while health and drought-related concerns are raised. The balance sheet and profits of the Butter Association Ltd are mentioned, highlighting capital and reserve accounts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Jahr Ryan
Amokos
Mackay
Mit
Balada
Buettas
Riordan
Awus
Ehould
Ryan
Dtherton ‘Tablatsad Cogpersti [Bukier Association Ltd
Balace
Sitdat
Fragmented labor claim details in damaged text
A garbled labor document describes wages, overtime, meal breaks, and sick pay. It references hours, double time for overtime, and deductions, with mentions of sick pay, meal allowances, and proximity to work locations. The readable portions vary in clarity, with names and precise terms obscured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cain
USA
le Caer
Ibrar Et Los
Uewale
Vanda
Wage Increase Sparks Cane Industry Labor Tension
In a report from the Cane Growers Association, a wage rise of a quarter week for sugar industry workers is noted. Cane cutters face wage changes, with some paid a penny more per hour and others seeing half a penny more per ton. Authorities including Constable K Tourn oversee enforcement as negotiations proceed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
Dulsrive
Cougell
T He
North Queensland Naturalists’ Assoriation
Sb, Stephens
Wwe
Cane Growers’ Association
Frank Ferguson
Jaron
Aasie
Zerewry
Cama Cane Rowers Association
Fergis
Aebee
Sellon
Start of Commonwealth Disposal Sales at Edmonton
Disorderly start in Edmonton as Commonwealth Disposal sales open with auctions halting at times. Auctioneers halted bidding as large quantities of materials including bolts piping iron and electrical goods attracted competition among bidders amid uncertain prices and high expectations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edmonton
Sabe
Mabariole
Jin Lata
Stete
Sac
MT Mount Isa Mines Auction Reveals Heavy Equipment Prices
Heavy bidding marked the Mt Isa Mines sale with government and southern buyers vying for galvanised piping, spikes, rails, and machinery. Prices ranged from light materials at £10 10s to heavy stock near £32 10s, with notable demand for General Motors items and large quantities of piping and connections. The sale, conducted by Charles Bing Co. and others, continued into the morning as buyers pursued wire rope, switches, and portable mixers amid strong competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern
Ficwman
General Motors
Imaeril
Mareeba
Hanuner
Tex
Oita
Humis Tem Ware
Aenall Peroal Watt
Alec Clleret
Vamaan
Cairns Facilities Review Faces Hotel Licences
A Cairns commission meeting discussed hotel licensing and licence surplus while planning new hotels over the next few years. The panel reviewed building permits, liquor acts, and license distribution with inspections of hotel premises and ongoing inquiries into trading conditions and compliance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bern
Rotel
Byrne
Jasion
Ferry
Wilson
Cairne Deptaumne
Me W Bull
T' Taman
Cairny Pire
Northern Australian Breweret Ltd
FG Fogarty
Cairne Merchant
Aistell
Ane
Panaar
WOTEL
Comemiaion
Hoes Hotel
Soviet Press Calls German Zone Merger A Debate
Soviet radio reports on the German question critique a potential four power merger of the zones. It notes reservations among allies and suggests divergent aims between Britain and the United States. The piece views any such unification as a step in world power reshaping and imperial rivalry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Macay
Germary i
Vnte Brita
Achmaire Sereement
America
Shupde
Ubey
A W U Claim Upheld in Industrial Court Ruling
The Industrial Court yesterday upheld a claim by a worker in an Ironmongery shop regarding equal pay for female employees. The dispute centered on Clause 25 of the Shop Assistants’ Regulations, with the employer arguing different pay scales for females in ironmongery and related trades. The court reserved opinion for the final ruling after hearing evidence and translations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mulzaby
Claus
Amistsnis
Morir Divi
Baland
Laure
Ian J Chester
Marole
Mtr
Staly
Bolan
Weimter
North
Boiliday
Derry
Bardere
Rival jockey action saves winning rider in stumble
Sydney report notes jockey Duncan Orstate Le Uondiwick prevents fall as rival rider’s bold move keeps winning rider in saddle. Unclear details show chaotic stretch with out of stirrups and near crash, but victory remains intact for the leading rider amid rough racing conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Jocher
Duncan Orstate
Irene
Government to request federal aid for housing materials
In a motion led by Mr C Green an association proposes to urge the Federal Government to compel the Commission to supply temporary accommodation and to prevent the disposal of building materials. The plan seeks to ensure materials are used for home construction and invites other service organizations to appoint delegates to the subcommittee to oversee requirements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alban Mile
Mater
Gros! Benp
Mtr C
Exvervice Organisa Hons
Aerial search ends after crash suspected near Melville Island
The search for missing people ended after five days of aerial reconnaissance covering 900 square miles. A launch carried two women, a native child, and others from Mulgrave Island, seen last Sunday near Voigt Glane. Captain Ken Macklin reported no wreckage found as seas were rough and the plane had refueled at Merauke.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tle
Cran
Thurday
Badu
Ueland
W.gallona
Ken Macklin
Searen Glane
Caime
Ae Merauke
New ‘Guinea
the Panes Apenbact
Sensul
Capnald Macklin
Seaech
Ove
Native Affairs
Tobacco Leaf Trade Report From Neon Market
Fragmented OCR notes describe tobacco leaf trading at Neon with traders quoting prices and items listed by codes. The text mentions various figures and suppliers but is heavily garbled and difficult to parse into clear transactions or entities.
Engine drivers wage terms and meal breaks discussed
A historic meeting outlines pay scales and allowances for engine drivers, including extended meal periods, overtime rates, and additional certification pay. Proposals cover gas and oil engines up to ten brake horsepower, with specific rules on meal times, provender, and weather-related pay adjustments for plant operators and shovel workers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Claus
Raul
Stean
Slao
Torwich
Brerelues Pe
Aly Emmy Pingee
Tax collection shortfall report prompts debate in Canberra
A chaotic speech from a government official highlights a large uncollected tax sum cited at about 47 million pounds with additional charges noted. The treasurer and ministers face questions about the effectiveness of revenue collection and calls for reforms to improve compliance and boost state finances.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra
Aqui
Eniliclaing
Ana
Auestron
Sr. Ped
Oana
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Post
Yaw Nee Wen Ene
Metraliay
Eaast Prominameet
Orth Queenslane Coast
Sarl
Eerera
Samara
Eel
Caine
Speer Rageal
Metbierte
Cage
Toma
Tore Aleet
Lue
Sewnle Gellny
Iseore
Gail
Townsville
Albert Ernest Fes
Ain
Gmening Instrumense
Petly
SM. Lawrence
Ken Gnifrer
Kaviz
Villa Vusses
Peitoeme de Sune
Allerimnees Saitan M2
Rage Hunts
Brimiaintan Sursada
Mowirnen BF
Gornonvilie
Calliom
Wark
Tuwnaville
Melbourne
Lagoon
Heacw
Burdekin River
Fop Byrne
Wiew Astles
Publ Yorks
Jor Kemp
Assistamt
1My J. Ferguson
J. Jarves
Horough
Ferutleer
Dave Cy
Carrie Bron
Feperia Cherial Industrie
Milinghamson-Tyne
England
Makeman
Ingham
Trumters and
Fremonens
Dubyiet
Gi Rall
T. B. MaLoughliny
Hrugheuder
Bunter
Ace Price
Dalha Freelily
Salama
Sorgan
Cairne
Rowley
Judghent
Boure
Teresa
Whrd
Constable K Tourn
Bela
MT. Isa Mines Ltd
Active
Magen Buying
Erat Ymaoreau ‘Wetts
Graetme
Mum
Taher Siuthers
Macray
Saneitett
Faille
Mars
Brisbane
Wtien Gispaauis
Ebion
Sarpitta
Ric Ty Cairns
Commission
Sentara
Img Commission
Britain
A.W.U
Rgnwungeet
Mareeba Appraikai
Arkera Sugut
Trbeero Sporalmls
Neon
Rana
Calley
Jornetore
Whiteside
Carhinanon
Molliday
Payor
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