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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Jul 18, 1922

Page

5

Limerick Battle and Fort Inch Bombarded

Text reports a chaotic sequence of battles around Fort Inch near Londonderry as Irish forces exchange shelling with Free State attackers. Descriptions mention repubilcan strongholds at Limerick, captures of barracks, prisoner takings, and a tone of advancing Civil War in several centers.

Trish Suthoritien Aye Iuch Fort Londonderry Free Late Limerick Mary Fercy

Salaries Cut Sparks Debate in Queensland Government

Brisbane reports upheaval over wage reductions with ministers split and Treasury measures targeting a possible 250,000 saving in public service pay. Officials seek basic wage cuts and plan to present to the Arbitration Court, with weekly reductions from 3d to 5d for certain workers. some reductions already in effect.

Brisbane Queensland Your Party Auustraian Theodore Pullis Selanice

Australian relay plan sparks public debate

Fragmentary OCR notes describe wireless communication and government plans affecting relay schemes. References to Mr Fisk, Ausra Hughes, and Nor man relay ideas hint at debate over direct communication and a broad system, with a focus on public sentiment and potential gains.

Fisk Kelle Ie Ausra Hughes Belge Iralin

Ship in Distress Southgate Calling From Sydney to Sut

Distress signals were received from the steamer Huawei early this morning as it voyage from Sydney toward Naninde. The Southware to Naninde line reported a fall in signals and fading readings. The cause and position of the trouble remain unknown as efforts to communicate fade.

Southgate Sydney Huawei Witt Naninde Southeare

Public Servants and Outside Employees Court Decision Tomorrow

The court heard negotiations over wage increases for public servants and outside employees with claims that raised fears of cuts. Justice Macnaughton signaled a ruling would be announced the next day, detailing how basic wage increases and potential reductions would apply to railway workers and others dependent on the award.

McCawley Moroury Meenaushton Moroney Lauer Justice Macnaughton Victoria

Labor Fusion Likely Amid Lab or Party Dissatisfaction

The Labor Party faces internal strain as moderates show displeasure with Falhical der Mavenent and central leadership. Reports claim factional tension grows around a potential fusion drive led by a prominent Labor figure and allied with broader movement factions in New South Wales and beyond.

Surrey Hills Murder Inquest Opens As Clues Fail

The Sydney coroner opened an inquiry into the death of Francis Kennedy a railway porter found murdered in Surrey Hills. Kennedy lay in a curbside pool near a cordial factory with a fractured skull and a broken jaw. His gold watch chain and wallet were stolen, and pockets were emptied, with possible foul play suspected by police amid sparse clues.

Sydney Coronie Fray Retede Surrey Fill Kennedy Francis Ies Kennedy Vwi Sydney Dowbthat Kennedy Sas Rafaga Surry Hill

Four accused before coroner over Kennedy death in Surrey Hill

Sydney July 17 The Coroner commenced an inquest into the death of Francie Kennedy a railway passenger at Surrey Hill on June 17. Frederic Bay Esher his mother and sister were in custody in court charged with his death. Evidence described Kennedy found with a wound and a glass broken in his pocket. Cyril Starkie a railway man testified he was accosted by Exyers on June 1. The witness later described a struggle and Kennedy’s death leading to the police case.

Audon Tree Sisters Ineh Island Londonderry Ovadalk Lodi Free State Inent Ehaed Jad Anys Peunie Ander Atl Aigus Sydney Francie Kennedy Surrey Hille Frederic Bay Esher May Smith Reardon Kennedy Cyril Starkie Mailway Exyers Wet Fee Bee von Boz Benen Basle Bnak Uae Sal Wwe

Death Imminent For Rear Admiral Dumasque

New York report states Rear Admiral Dumasque is in serious condition and near death. The Australian press cites consternation as the feared decline draws close, with officials awaiting further word on the admiral’s status.

Dumaresq New York Sentiau Admiral Dam Vee

Burglars Break Into Brisbane Store

A Brisbane store was broken into as burglars acted swiftly to steal goods. Police report unclear details but search for suspects continues.

Surglars Brisbane

British wireless scheme debated in Commons and Hughes remarks

London dispatch reports doubts over direct wireless communication in empire links. Mr Hughes discusses official stance amid House of Commons debate on establishing a wireless station in England. Government signals abandonment of independent relay plan. resignation of arbitrator discussed as political shifts unfold.

London Hughes Fides Yurch Weting Reneral House of Commons Borvernment Eeeet England Aus Etoile Humes Atstedie Chorehil House of Comen Indie Africa Australia

Earthquakes in New Zealand Renewed Seismic Activity

A fragmented report describes renewed seismic activity in New Zealand, with earthquakes felt at Oruanui and Auckland and damage reported. Messages mention casualties and widespread cracking and shifting, including a transport incident near Rotorua.

Parisian Necklace Theft Reported in London Scene

A London based article reports a necklace theft involving a 16,000 pound value. The prose references a diamond necklace, suspects, and a motor pursuit linked to the Countess and a procession of misdirection, with alarm and police action noted.

Public Servants Wage Cuts Debate In Arbitrary Court

A government bid to cut public servants wages is examined at the Liberation Court. Arguments on automatic pay scales for clerks and female staff are heard as the court weighs fiscal deficits and taxation limits amid weak markets and lingering expenditure pressures. The decision is awaited tomorrow.

Railway employees wage dispute and proposed cut details

Fragmentary report shows discussion of wage reductions for railway workers, with proposed 5 percent adjustments and fractional fractions, plus regional pay changes. Mentions Federated Engine Drivers and a court ruling on higher figures, with reference to upper and lower districts and the impact on weekly earnings.

Raperinn Dunstan Terol Trier

Timber Resources Policy Study Visited by Mackay Delegation

The Director of Forestry and Deputy Superintendent visited the Tableland to assess timber resources and draft harvesting and marketing policy for a vast merchantable timber area in the ranges. Swain and companions reported the cedar, mountain ash, and other timbers showed strong potential. a plan to set value and determine tenure was discussed with local stakeholders.

Mackay Foreata Me. Swall Patteream Dawson Cetwee Ramen Violt Ir. Swain Clark Connors Steve Indie Timbers Swain Mia Suneay

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