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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 12, 1923
Page
2
Letter to the editor from Wm E MelLwatne arguing Cairns should pursue hydro electric plans like New Zealand and Waikato, noting potential uses for sugar mills and other works and urging continued development for the district.
C. Hodel writes criticizing Earl and Gibson Rattle Co for pressuring for a rival power plant and claims their cost estimates ignore local conditions. He estimates coal and transport costs, wages, and timing issues for a central station versus town council plans, noting water works context and wartime price barriers. He argues for a council led, centralized system and questions the harbour board’s stance.
A report from the State financial session records M Bremier reviving the Tow Rockhampton issue. Mr Thesdare dismisses a challenge from United Party leader, saying he would consider the water matter seriously if challenged.
Report from a county party meeting at the Parliament House today as local officials and attendees discuss county affairs chaired by Mr. Vowlee.
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