Railways at Risk amid Queensland Accidents and Heat
In Brisbane commentary notes a spike in railway incidents including a Murphy's Creek crash and other near misses. The piece critiques management and the police pursuit of criminals while reflecting on climate and social tensions in Queensland.
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Vuilie Tye
Vuilie Tye the Minister and Commissioner Vnes
Olin
Murphy's Creek
Hedbank
Brisbane
Pawich
Ap Offeer
Queensland
Alman
Montalhe
Cairns Cane Growers Association Meeting Proceedings
Delegates report from the Brisbane ALSOPAL conference was read and thanked. Resignations and vacancies were noted. A Traffic Manager letter confirmed through rates with no refunds for pre August charges. Discussion covered cane price differences, hybrid boards, and adjustments to harvest cost allocations.
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Toqrant
Ag Messrs
Wann
A. J. Drager
Oo Ibrettin
Hawtin
Steen
PL Peterson Wag Als
Alsopal
Brisbane
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Rogmet
Wo Werner Wangelechin
Vacenes Thas
Prewett
Maieas
Tudor
Draper
Tuthar
France
Eid
Turmoil Among Government Factionalists and Railway Policy
Readers note divisions within the government ranks over railway policy and sugar-grower deals. Several figures including Wacartesy Grant Forsyth Welsby Macroesan Hodge Godfrey Gorman and others face discontent. A faction claims personal grievance while others push for development through railway works amid disputes.
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Welsby
Macroesan
Hodge
Godfrey
Afr. Gorman
Sugar Industry Mates from Mackay
Splendid rains fall in the district aiding cane and rauoon crops. Drier sections show slow growth yet the June start looms with stand over cane from last season. Hatton mill crews cut sleepers and timber for a four mile tramline extension while Maryborough threatens major timber needs for the coming crushing campaign.
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Hatton
Cattle Creek
Ieee
Maryborough
Timber Country Expansion Hailed as Tractors Tackle Land
Large tractor crews plough and break up land as the North Coast line extends into new timber country. Growers report contracts for land preparation ahead of March planting, with bridges built by farmers in Mackay district to access streams. Rail improvements arrive at Hatton Mirani and nearby towns, while harbor plans face cabinet scrutiny and local curiosity about Mr Paget’s role.
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Coure
Tom Sweeting
Maasey
Hatton
Mirani
Tannale
Eungeila Range
Garret
Dunworld
Moskey Harbor
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