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Waterside Tensions and Union Meeting Draw Attention
February reports show tensions in waterside dealings as cargo is stacked on wharves. Melbourne wharf laborers vote on overtime amid Union disarray led by Waterside Workers' Federation secretary Morris. Coal lumpers reject overtime while unionists warn of possible breakdown of federation. Georgetown liquor case notes first hearing of Mary Wilks for keeping hotel open after hours. charge dismissed after evidence.
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Rew
Ecu Premic
Blackburn
Morris
Waterside Workers’ Federation
Jiacclin
Melbourne
Georgetown
Thoreday
Mary Wilks
Eyutation Hotel