Liverpool War Contingent Debate in Melbourne House
In Melbourne on July 1 Mr Jensen and Mr Finlayson discussed government decisions on sending naval contingents. Mr Orchard moved adjournment to address wartime conditions, alleging shocking mistreatment at Liverpool Camp. He described poor uniforms and supplies, praised German camp conditions, and urged better care for British troops including hospital and clothing provisions.
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Melbourne
Jensen
Finlayson
Orchard
Liverpool
Orthard
Strine
Opporsite
Defence
Scheduling notes for Saint's Nelson events
S Jones records times 7.40 am 9.30 am and 7 p.m. Freshwater 10 am. At Saints Nelson 7.0 p.m.
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S. Jones
P.m. Freshwater
Saints
Nelson
Sugar Industry Voices on Government Cane Price
Walter Bird of Ingham Queensland says government action should raise cane payments by 3s to 7s a ton if sugar prices rise accordingly. He notes the present price around £13 per ton on taw sugar and credits the 5-H Co for fair treatment.
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Sydney
Walter Bird
Ingham
Queensland
Oms
5-H. Co
Statement from Mackay Clarifies Sugar Lab Relocation
July 1 in Mackay a telegraphed statement from Mackey addresses alleged removal of the sugar experiment works from Mackay to Bundaberg. H T Easterby says no new work was removed and land limits at Mackay require expanding trials at Bundaberg while Mackay lab work ends. A cane testing lab is being built at Bundaberg for near future farmer use.
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Bhishane
Mackey
Mackay Sugar Experiment Station
Bumiaberg
H. T. Easterby
Bureau of Sugar Experiment Stations
Mackey Station
Bundsberg
Mackay
Bundaberg
Bun
Proclamations Regulate Butter Stocks Under 1914 Act
Brisbane reports several proclamations issued under the Control of Prices Act. The Deputy Governor and Executive Council command that any person or corporation holding quantities of butter for export beyond the state must notify the Board of Control in the southern district with details on quantity, dates, and the names and addresses of intended recipients.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Executive Council
Iso
Board of Control
Harbour Board Debates Morning Refreshments Policy
The harbour board discussed whether to continue serving alcoholic and soft drinks during morning sittings. Some members argued refreshments aid attendance and efficiency, while others urged abstaining to avoid ratepayer expense and public criticism. A proposal favored tea, with fears over taste and fairness if some members receive beverages others do not.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mercury
Denhall
Denman
Demman
TOLGA NOTES AND TOWN IMPROVEMENTS AT TOLE
Busy week at Tolen station with eight trains in and out. Malande extension ballast work and timber traffic strain siding at the junction. Segurday minor teacher exodus not noted. Main street improvements brighten the town as several shops gain fresh paint and a new butcher’s shop nears opening.
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Tolen
Malande
Segurday
John Bull Among the British Army in France
An American journalist details the British Army in France, contrasting the Englishman at home with the soldier in khaki. He portrays John Bull as the quintessential citizen soldier, duty bound and self-reliant, ready to defend home, while noting American observers alongside him.
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Tommy Atkins
John Bull
Mr. Shepherd
American United Press
Demarter
France
Vorunmythine
Soli Bull
Kopling Sims
Pever
Johnull
The London Directory Trade Announcements and Listings
A historical directory page advertises a current edition with export merchants goods and foreign markets with steamship routes. It notes provincial trade notices, manufacturers, merchants, and industrial centers in the United Kingdom, with postal order form and advertising rates.
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London Directory
Amini
Faelioh Manufacturers
London Co
Anenerch Lane
Cadom
Elc
English Army’s Duty Awakens Quiet Faithful Fight
An English crowd in khaki hears a chaplain speak as cannons rumble at Ypres. Soldiers, artisans, and workers mingle with veterans from the Chelsea Arts Club and West End, all drawn to do their duty and bolster inner resolve.
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Tommy
Eng
Ales
Chelsea Arts Club
Ypres
Napoleon
West End
London
Tommy Aton
Totm
War unpopular in Turkey and near-constant fear
A Constantinople observer dated April 11 via Bucharest notes widespread antiwar sentiment in Turkey. He cites Greek and Armenian sympathy for the Allies, while Jews are described as largely hostile or cautious. the note also highlights Looming leadership changes and strategic moves around Constantinople as the war drags on.
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Constantinople
Tinity Chronicle
Bucharest
Agei
Belr
Turkey
Lover Pasha
Vomar Oelts Paske
Behir
Ure
Asia
Skoor
Bowphorus
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Target and
War Office
Lee Enfield
Lee Metford
B.S.A
Cairns
House of Repres. Representatives
Mr. Easterby Explains
Clarke
Irvimebank
Mareeba
Costin
Harbour Board and Refreshments
Tolga
Alice
Ben Bolt
Nile
Ten Bolt
Esse
Sarah
Nikko
Silk Goons
Evanomered
Cainws
Jommy Atkins
Britain
Pameel
Fis Beac
Pelton
Fife
Gumsie Bis
Ariteim
Jacy
British Isles
Thomas
Vbrist
Christ
Thamas
Smith
Wl Ort
Thitier
Constanti
Erdanelles
Maren
Caurssus
Turku
Burns, Philp & Co., Limited Agents
Miia
Commonwealth
Fearnley&Co., Ltd
Wharf Street
British Portland Cement
Shirley
Fearnley & Co., Ltd
Wharf-Street
Gelling Bros. Sachs-Street, Cairms
Sienna Shoeieg
Clark & CO
A. Villiers
Vulcan Foundry and Engineering Works
Iron and Brass Founders
The
Vulcan Foundry & Engineering Works
Henett Bt
Cairne Post
Liaires
Mu Alten
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