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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 15, 1914
Page
4
A convocation discussion recounts calls for a federation of Australian teachers unions and a push to adapt policy for relief amid economic strain. Speakers urge coordinated action while lamenting wages and schooling challenges, with references to Adelaide and Hobart conferences and a £30 grant for districts.
Transcribed notes show a heated dispute over suspending a teacher's salary and limits of authority. Mr Gould advocated allowances and removal talk while opponents argued against rest. The body adjourned after the motion was rejected.
A government inquiry recounts an incident during the closing half of the last session of the Federal Parliament. Hine sent a letter from Quemastligia Fort to the Home of Representatives, and Krev faced detention for failing to comply with Defence Act drill requirements. An early morning assault on Bin Spore Sate led to further clashes. witnesses testified to punches and threats. The minister for Defence ordered proceedings, and the court found the allegations proved only in part.
Fat stock prices and demand dominated the Ge Newmarket sale with 13 350 sheep and lambs penned and 1380 cattle yarded. Fenwick and Co reported prime three quarter Merino wethers and a fine draft from Cochin, while light-weight lots sold to 19/10 and 3/9 for various flocks. Prime sheep remained steady though store conditions limited marketing. Fenwick and Co anticipate strong inquiries for fat cattle and invite wire offers.
COULDUES January 14 Ye the come of an addrem to 6 Public gathering Sir George Reid maid Australia was begining 10 task 2 mrtel oh her excemane She was begining to edec mae who had done mough and could live on hit menas This was worthy of the Australian character Re did not expect the people of big cities to go out and Pioneer they were motte for See SeeS
In Auckland on January 14 two prisoners in a local cell attempted to snatch a warder, warder Atinekad. The assailants allegedly struck Carder andon and jammed a baton during the intrusion. A fight broke out in a storeroom as Fricker attempted to assist. Anderson managed to escape briefly before others restrained the attackers.
The Leeds Corporation holds a meeting regarding proposed changes. Attendees discuss a smite fee and the turnout of sitters. the press reports indicate the council will consider the matter further.
The readable text is fragmented with names and digits that do not form a clear event. It mentions Jamey, Gray, Willian, and several stray numbers and letters, with no cohesive action or context.
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