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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 17, 1920
Page
5
A chaotic Sydney parliamentary session featured disorder and animated exchanges. The chairman and officials faced interruptions as members clashed over proceedings, while observers noted unpredictable behavior and inflammatory remarks.
Turmoil erupts as Marine Steward and Pantry Association declares a stoppage after a Melbourne Sydney meeting. Officers say Rotomahana and Loangana will cease work until union demands are met, with threats of wider action on interstate ships and Tasmania service. Shipowners withdraw offer and await constitutional changes.
BRISBANE Dec 16 A representative of the Marine Stewards and Pantrymen union said there have been no local developments in the marine stewards strike. Shipping circles expect the dispute to be settled before it escalates.
In the Legislative Assembly the minister stated that work on the Ingham section of the North Coast Railway would be discontinued before Christmas. Debates touched on pension payments, police funds, fertiliser exports to Japan, and ministerial approvals for superannuation and wage adjustments.
Geneva December 14 Austria has been admitted to the League of Nations. Senator Millen is said to have fought for economy at Geneva and secured votes to trim budgets and cut costly commissions. The move aims to save hundreds of thousands yearly without harming the league’s war prevention framework. Argentine reports suggest no formal withdrawal from the League, with participation conditioned on a favorable setup.
Innisfail December 16jumper workers at Mourilyan Harbor refuse to work on waterside duties and the strike spreads to Townsville where jumpers again refuse to unload the steamer Innisfail. The Tully remains tied up and sugar mills store the balance of the shear yield. No settlement in sight.
A large cannon on a revolving carriage is among the many toys offered for boys and girls at Mayeshika's on Lake Street. Cairns Talay is the bag sale finale with a 2/6 discount on all toys, encouraging early attendance.
Brisbane December report of the Public Works Commission favors building a 119 mile rail link from Croydon to Forsayth in North Queensland. It estimates total cost about £1.1 million and argues the railway will revive mining, aid grazing and stock export, boost settlement and meat industries, and connect ports.
Brisbane dispatch reports Parliament to sit 10.30 tomorrow with extra hours to finish. Minister for Mines plans North Queensland visit to Kidston where a State battery is being erected, and to Livinank and the Chillagoe smelters. J W H Coyne sworn Lands minister. Forgan Smith to administer Works department. Fihe Ny noted as interim Works head.
Melbourne December issue reports a writ filed by Mr Carey former director of the Territory against the Federal Government alleging wrongful dismissal. The action seeks redress for a civil service termination.
Melbourne December 16 report that the Australasian Association for the Advancement of Science will meet in Hobart January 5 to 11 with leading scientists from across the states. Dr Heiser, who helped start the hookworm campaign years ago, is expected back soon to review results. His advice may guide tropical and other disease questions and the Federal Government inquiry proposals.
In today's Arbitration Court session, combined budding trades unions pressed for a consolidated state wide award. Justice McCawley set minimums across divisions for carpenters, journeymen, machinists and other trades, with figures varying by southern central and northern divisions. The new award takes effect January 3.
The Daily Express reports the National and Scottish Federation of Meat Traders seeks removal of the embargo on Canadian store cattle. They argue reopening imports is essential to cut prices and restore meat supply that was disrupted during the war.
London December 16 Government resolves to find employment for ex service men who are unemployed Negotiations with building trade unions had been prolonged and the Government would not permit further delay Work must be found and the Ministry would submit proposals to the trade unions on Monday
Mr Urquhart relinquishes duties and begins a month leave before retirement to become Administrator of the Northern Territory. Inspector Short assumes duties under a dormant commission while no permanent appointment is decided.
Brisbane dispatch states Theodore announced January Ard would not be proclaimed a public service holiday in the Commonwealth Gazette. The day to be observed as a public holiday in all public offices of the Commonwealth remains unclear.
No further advices were received today regarding the schooner Coringle, more than a week overdue from Melbourne. The vessel's agents said it was not uncommon for ships like the Coringle to be out longer, and noted the vessel was equipped for voyage.
A serious effort to introduce silk production in Victoria includes planting about 1000 acres with 25 000 imported white mulberry trees. A power driven silk reeling machine, purchased by the State Government, is available though cocoon supply has been scarce. The experiment draws Commonwealth attention and optimism about silkworms prospering in various parts of Australia.
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