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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 02, 1919
Page
1
The article surveys factory conditions and worker welfare, praising the canteen chef and staff, noting weekly wage rises under a new award, and arguing for stable employment for workers with families. It critiques management and argues for policies supporting home cultivation and continued employment amid uncertain work.
Mons J Reviauet Governor of New Caledonia led a party of distinguished French officers touring Sydney en route to France. They were entertained with Capt Stanhem and Mr E Blot in attendance. A toast by Mr Holman honored the Governor with a wary note on barbarity and shared reverence across distant lands.
Local items report Bromhall leaving the Bank Ltd of Innistail for Mitchell, praised as a longtime community pillar and wartime secretary. Other notes mention hospital progress after a horse accident, plans for a Sugar Commission evidence drive, a Cairns widow aid fundraiser, and school and hotel developments with peace news and weather-driven moods.
A fragmented ad copy urges readers to stock Chamberlains Cough Remedy this winter. It promotes occasional doses to soothe chest discomfort and protect family health.
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