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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 05, 1925
Page
2
Fragmentary OCR text references a government department, labor issues, overtime claims, and an inspector’s actions toward an employer and employee. The readable items hint at a workplace dispute over pay rates and potential prosecution, with references to a rover, a cart, and a late evening time. The fragment lacks clear names or dates.
The text drifts through references to Eleanor Glenero and Eleanor Cameron, British North West policy, white Australia, and German and Italian influences in industry. It weaves debates on governance, colonial settlement, and economic method, with scattered names and places as it touches on social roles and national identity.
A fragment discusses Upper and Lower houses in a dual national local government, noting minimized overlap, clearer representation, and reduced expenditures. It argues that national and local bodies would be distinct, with prompt decisions and better governance, though the text is garbled and terse.
Archaeologists report uncovering foundations of a vast first century temple near an ancient highway. The site, featuring arched recesses and lime plaster, may reveal inscriptions linked to a Corinthian order and a Roman governor's era. Excavations aim to decode texts and connect to Antioch and Piastan trade routes.
Fragmentary report details production costs and outputs for multiple Rand companies during a period of industrial activity. It notes totals around 1.59800 pounds and per ton values, with references to disruptions from a cyclone and a mine or facility at Hikers Rest.
A fragmented listing describes various Holland lace fabrics and related items in white cream pink saxe navy emerald and blue shades. It notes usual prices per yard and per dozen, with details on widths and colors, mentioning Mandreachelees and assorted textures.
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