Rail and political turmoil hit Queensland and Brisbane
The Brisbane and Townsville reports describe resumed railway operations and dock activity after a strike. Debates in the Legislative Assembly discuss government responsibility for railway policy and the northern strike settlement. A Brisbane chamber meeting pledges to demand government action to resume control of railways and condemn weak strike handling.
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Jove with the Wick Feature Leads Local Play
Froski Hall emerges as a young businessman's standout performer in a community stage show. Seave and Stewart are cited for notable selections while Drew receives praise as director for guiding the production.
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Ee Seave
Froski Hall
Premier’s stance clashes over Court of Appeal vote
A parliamentary clash critiques the government’s refusal to create a Court of Appeal and accuses the Premier of pressuring workers and undermining justice. The debate centers on retroactivity, Justice Higgins, and guarantees to return to work as the government’s authority is questioned. The amendment by the Premier passed 40 to 32 amid tense adjournment.
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Tee Heyes
Brisbane Rail Strike Mention Signals Cabinet Involvement
A Brisbane report from August 2 notes railway workers and a cabinet decision timing. The text indicates government action on railway labor issues, with references to cabinet consideration and implied work changes.
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Brisbane
Hill and God Guard the Graves Heroic Lads Rest
Fragmentary verse honors fallen soldiers from the 6th Brigade. It mourns their distance from home and the suffering of families, wishing them peace and glory in death. The text reflects a religious tribute to brave troops and their sacrifices.
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Gth Brigade
Warner and allies trap in German-occupied building
Philippa is taken by Warner to his sister's home and the duchess warns brothers to pursue. Warner follows, they reach Wilrcase's home to recover a person from a safe but are trapped by Germans who have driven the French from the area. A counter-attack succeeds.
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Brothas
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Ansone
Wilrcase
Wason Wins Rifle Medal After Long-Range Burst
In a club shoot Wason scored a perfect 100 with the rifle earning him a medal from the club. Adcock and Dumber posted scores as H Sender and H. Wason also performed strongly. Pinwill noted Wason’s two bursts at long range delivering the win for Wason.
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Adcock
H. Wason
F. Dumber
W. Crittenden
Pinwillard H. Wason
Wason
Kidney Health Urges Prompt Action for Overall Wellbeing
Health warning urges swift attention to kidney problems as a warning that the entire body can be affected. Mentions Eldon’s as a product claim without supporting medical evidence.
Popular Cough Remedy Tops Market
An article notes the growing popularity of a babe powered cough remedy made from Ste fra rice Tend. It claims to be the most popular medicine for coughs and colds and states it is sold everywhere.
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