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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1919
Page
5
In Cairns the Chamber of Commerce convened to discuss freight concerns and the movement of goods northward. Officials reported on funding and routes for sugar sacks and local commodities, with emphasis on coastal transport improvements and community impacts as Brisbane hosts an overhaul event.
To See Mr Hughes, Melbourne. Aug 2. Seamen unofficially gathered in the rooms of the Scammen'e Union yesterday. They discussed sending a case to Fresuantle by the ship Siritain for presentation before Mr Judins. Local seamen rally for benefit football march next week. No other developments reported.
In response to food shortages in the Phillips River district, authorities were advised that the Seamen's Union and Albany branch refused to consent to the steamer Silver Star being managed to enable passage to deliver relief. The vessel had reportedly left Port Hedland town on Tuesday.
Aug 22 Melbourne report says Acting Prime Minister Milton met Blackburn Le Crane delegates from Sydney Seamen's Union and ONeill Victor Harbor branch to discuss armament terms. He aims for a formal reply by tomorrow evening as talks shift to Sydney and Melbourne meetings.
A large disturbance unfolds as blacklisted workers protest against carters loading cargo onto a steamer. Police intervene after several men attempt to assault crew and decline to disperse. A mass meeting of around 30 ex-employees signals ongoing labor unrest and surveillance of the ship’s cargo handling.
In Melbourne, Messrs Gerred and Ifachara of the Seamen's Union faced a strike over wages. The action followed coal miners seeking higher pay, with seamen demanding what they say they are justly entitled to.
Brisbane report indicates Wilcke Uniom stated today that members have been engaged discharging large front, Heaniee Flingort Bissind the ce wehbe ereption of onc. ereS The ark.
AkrsnANE Ave 22 ale Acne Obie Storey si fox 7 received word confirming the statement that The Weorceta was used between here and Towne. The Owners or charterers had made arrangements with the Seames's mon to take her over and run her while the State Government has undertaken to decharre and load her. The Adelaide Steamship Company would arrive Sunday and load foodstuffs. the Dredger Remora Yo would arrive tonight. Mossman shortage prompts cargo plans for John Douglas to take two ele cargo there by tram.
The Arbitration Court, before Justice Higgs, heard the Waterside Workers Federation claim for better conditions and an alleged preference for loyalists and returned soldiers under the 1918 award. Counsel Morris proposed appointing a vigilance officer to verify employer access and possible agreement, with the board’s decision to guide action while work continued.
Cablegram from London reports the Gallipoli campaign slowed by lack of transports munitions and reinforcements. Lord Kitchener opposed evacuation to avoid panic and urged reliance on the Navy, while Birdwood supported a different route. Admiralty rejected a major alteration to the plan.
A major smuggling case ends with the arrest of two men in Berlin tied to an attempt to move 20 million marks in gold. Authorities believe the funds originally belonged to the ex-Crown Prince.
A dispatch from Formosa reports unrest after a government decision. The text notes an executive action by a group identified as QKERS and references the broader regional turmoil tied to anti government sentiment. The fragment suggests a formal decision impacting operations abroad and potential escalation.
Tokyo reports detail a new Navy plan including two battleships two light cruisers four German class units and five second class ships. The expanded fleet aims to reach eight modern dreadnoughts and battleships along with improved coastal defenses as Japan seizes German and Austrian assets worth substantial value.
Washington Aug 22 President Wilson answers Senators questions stating he lacks authority to declare peace by proclamation and would not consent. He explains the mandatory system noting German colonies are only provisionally under mandatories subject to the League of Nations and hold no legal title to German territories in Buais Anat is South Africa and New Zealand.
Report notes by wireless that the steamers Yomi Man and Shin Maru have grounded on the racks near Seattle. The incident involves Jen Fuca and a perilous situation, affecting local port operations and shipping.
Washington Congressman Johnson of California introduces a three bill package aiming to ban immigration to the United States for ten years with an exception for people with incomes who would be allowed to stay only six months. Bolshvies Last Stand.
The War Office notes Bolshevik control near Odessa is breaking under Allied pressure. Despite evacuation by Bolsheviks, British observers expect their line to falter as retreat continues toward the Black Sea, signaling a shift in front lines and strategy.
An American mission investigating conditions reports on Armenta and the Caucasus region. The dispatch notes tensions in Brest and Armiema, with references to Vin Sassen and evidence on government concessions. The piece hints at revision and receiver tasks amid territorial and military strains.
In the fragment, unclear text references Poles in Upper Silesia and tensions amid violence. It mentions murdered individuals, comparisons by Cherdighoon Moodibed, and statements about inability to permit某. The readable portions suggest a report on ethnic strife and suppression in Upper Silesia with limited coherent details.
Fragmentary OCR notes recount an alleged lynching in the Lowisburn Carolina area. References mention a farmer and a sheriff, with unclear details about the victim and motive. Further readable facts are needed for a complete, precise card.
In a terse wartime update, General Birdarent and General Monash coordinate on finalizing the amalgamation of Australian force departments. Senator Pearce, after consulting Monash, urges orderly demobilization and reassignment of senior officers to reduce the burden. The aim is to streamline duties, lower costs, and ensure a clean transition as the task reaches its concluding phase.
In a defamation suit brought by Wonaht against the Melloccre treas, the parties could not reach an agreement. The case remains unresolved as the noted parties were discharged.
Jurors fail to reach verdict as foreman says three-fourths majority not achieved on key questions. Judge notes no agreement possible on any of the disputed points after extended deliberations. Defense counsel and prosecutors argue over questions raised by counsel and court adjourns without a verdict.
London report says the Air Ministry will supply aeroplanes to the Commonwealth. Details outline shipment figures and scheduling for delivery to Australia and other dominions.
War Office dispatch describes Allied operations south of the Marmen Bas a front. Forces drove enemy back several miles, captured ten yeecos and detained sixty prisoners near the Shunga Peninsula, and seized a village south of the She Two. enemy forces attempted an attack east of Lake Onegs.
Authorities will act within days on a German claim tied to Latvia as tensions rise over a fragile truce. The report cites limited details and a move toward formal engagement to address the dispute and potential consequences.
Melbourne reports the second reading of a reform bill stalled amid opposition criticism. Sir Edward Carson’s request to reopen debate was rejected while ministers argued the measure would redefine government powers. Debates touched on liberty, political alignment, and procedural orders affecting passage.
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