Industrial unrest and the need to curb extreme union leadership
A historical commentary argues that industrial strife harms Australia’s economy and society. It urges tightening constitutional machinery to quell strikes, condemn reckless leaders, and restore responsible, peaceful dispute resolution through established legal channels. The piece warns prolonged disruption risks national collapse and calls for reform to preserve wealth and stability.
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Russia
Queensland
Ualn
Manumotel
Auatratis
Brokoke
Commonwealth
Massea
Trades Unioniats
Legislative reform and industry amid war strains
A reader laments heavy regulation and social unrest hindering industry and trade. The piece argues that milder means than distress are needed to improve public welfare, warning current legal machinery risks stagnation and urges a mental shift toward restraint and prudent reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peing
Leanna
Euchre Tournament and Dance Preview
Euchre players and dancers are reminded of the eerie tournament and dance to be held at the Aquatic Hall on Thursday events. Preparations are under way with a lively prize promised for participants and attendees.
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Thuirsiay
Uncertain Health and Local Developments Reported
Fragmented OCR reads of a town note detailing forthcoming openings, patients in care, financial withdrawals, and public works. Mentions Atkinson and others, a Penny Bayines Savings matter, and district inquiries. Reports pressure from Burrs and extended notices on theater bubs and storage capacity for meat exports.
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Penny Bayines Bente
Caltur
Marntyi-Hurtia
Kennedy
Gordonvate
Burrs
Gordonvale
We Town
City Concert Promises Fun and Local Band Support
A city concert and association event is planned with the popular Faster Orchestra and the Railway Hand as organizers. The town’s ladies committee hints at a lively dance night, and a future rites ceremony is anticipated though the date remains undecided. A local correspondent reports on village happenings including a white bird sighting and fiddly remarks about community plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adda
League
Relic of War A Live German Mine Found at Nooba Beach
A live German sea mine about four feet high with a five inch chin chain was found on Nooba Beach near Noowa Heads by holidaymakers on a Saturday afternoon. It appeared to have broken from its anchor and was estimated by a local fisherman to be about four years old. The mine was attached to a small chain fragment and showed signs of age.
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Drismane
Cairne Sturiow
Gordonvale
Toanmao Wa
Khaorhonra
Chillagor
Uneane Mount Surprise
Mount Gare
Ainies
Marevey's Creek
Alyond
Mulgrave River
Darayec
Retividas
Mulgrave
Asgrave
Atloen
Caich
Weadon
Ale Hanmanter
Killert
Snd
Genga
Mtg
Aicombe
Bath
Sahie
Aloomba
Algomba Station
Sondayy
Saltar
Munteviate
Haywell
Wait Till Train Stops Serious Accident to Youth
Brisbane February 21 news reports a serious railway accident involving a youth named Jack McLelland and Horta Wn. The incident occurred when attempting to board a tram or train at We ll a Jeeta Wesape, with authorities investigating. Officials described the scene and noted injuries, while witnesses provided scant details.
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Brisbane
Fen
Gouih
Jack" McLelland
Horta
Railway Department
Wella Jeeta
Arama
Herrishey
Weather Turbulence Strikes Cairns Region Rail Traffic
In the early hours a heavy rainstorm caused widespread flooding across Cairns and surrounding creeks. Babinda and Mulgrave River crossings saw water over lower levels, delaying trains and stranding passengers. Debris and washed-in debris clogged rail embankments as authorities worked to restore services and clear lines.
Cotton Delegation Visit Innibpanl and Reception
A colonial Cotton Delegation led by Vaughan and Armstrong visited Innibpanl. They held a civic reception and discussed measures to promote cotton growing in Queensland, including trials, weather, seed, and government support. The group emphasized North Queensland potential and invited farmers to participate in experimental plantings and district seed distribution.
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Innibpanl
CEVIC
Ary
Vaughan
Armatrong
Delewater
Iaila
Havin
Quechslen
Slinavie
Otley
Emire
Queensland
Jodrell
Hare
North Queensla
Mackay
Moran
Nike
Cook Tower
Mt Volutin
Fauk al Leonaider
Morse Mackay
Ismel Ax
Toda
Maran
Stiablah
Jal
Vawurhay
Conton
Carelit
Muncon
Jobeatan
Heerlen
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W. Pink
Wendy
R.craig
Neary
Aries
Ceylonetth
Ideswear
Rome
Nile House OF Duality
Donnell & ‘Harris
Cans and Townsviler
Ric Court
Supreme Courts of, Ammonwealth
Galvasarrri
Maverial
Hos
Cairns
Wey
Berens Phe
Radar
W. H. Green Ltd
Pusrenngs, Cormeen
EB J
Harris
Wisteria Howse
Labs Bt
Calvun
P.O
Box
Phone
THE
Cairns Post Ltd
Heinders
Abbott Sihuet
Terr
Malcv
S. Seamley
Wangabursa
Atherton Tableland Dairy Products Ltd
Atherton
Hardy
Anes
Muchel
Smith
Melbourne House
Admott Street
Ra Troup
NORA
J. Ferguson
Abbott Street
Don M“Innes
Cumaung
Merternas
Jor Frwa Mission Hall
Valley
Brandon
Mareler McKickens
Terence McKieron
the Post
Aes
Biarr-Bowwen
Boeing
Rae Sue
Gecelpta
A. Atkinson
A. Be
Ate
Teale
Notifien
Ahinde i
Englaw National Mutual Life
Etkele
Biboohrs
Biboolra Meat Export Co. Limited
Lou
A Ladien
Gorssavens
Chek
Nooba Beach
Cabinda
Hellou Spa Wal
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