Queensland sugar price debate stirs Australian farmers
A Melbourne Argus report outlines how Queensland and South Wales fruit growers lobby against sugar price fixes. PM Hughes faces pressure over maintaining the £30 6s 8d per ton level, with fears it shifts costs to consumers while protecting Queensland growers. The piece links sugar duties, freight costs, and market effects, urging ongoing agitation ahead of Parliament debates on the sugar agreement.
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Queensland
South Wiles
Victorian Farmers’ Union
Saya
Melbourne “Argus
Hughes
Olier
Aran Han
Commonwealth
South Wales
Java
Melbourne
Questinland
Ebourms
Wits
Queensland Sugar
Coss
Cvecchanta
Feuslers
Senator Givens Reply to the Argus on Sugar Prices
Senator Givens replies to the Argus arguing about sugar imports from Java and Queensland sugar. He contends the government subsidy or price difference affects Australian consumers, noting the 1920 retail price and losses to the Commonwealth. The exchange highlights contrasts between island growers and Victorian beet sugar benefits amid proposed renewal terms.
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Givers
Argus
Java
Queensland
Australia
Commonwealth
Eeesiti
Jween Island
Senator Givens
Givens
Beaver Health Salts Promote Health Remedy Ad
An old advertisement promotes Beaver Health Salts claiming banishment of ailments from rheumatism to sciatica. It touts daily doses, cleansing via the digestive system, and purports dramatic health improvements. The promotion lists wholesale distributors and claims near total renewal after use.
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Abeon
Haniah
Birthday Celebration Honors Local Secretary at Institute Party
A surprise birthday party for Mr. RL Hackwood, longtime secretary of the Institute, celebrated his seventh anniversary with music, speeches, and dancing. Guests recalled Palmer era memories, honored his service, and led with songs and verses including Gunga Din as the night closed with Auld Lang Syne and national anthems.
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New Guinea
Hhe North
Palmer
An Saron
Wigan
RL Hackoad
Institute
Harboard
Olf Palmer
Hans Ng
Canard
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Sen Srst Tr
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Glearance Sale
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