Federal Parliament in Melbourne debates War Precautions Act
In Melbourne July 22 the Prime Minister told Mr Burchell a trade permit was refused to a Japanese vessel for lacking seamen accommodation under the Navigation Act, but the vessel was allowed cargo from Rabaul to San Francisco. Debate centers on deportations and the War Precautions Act with opposition remarks and procedural protests.
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Melbourne
House of Natives
Burchell
Rabaul
San Francisco
Tedor
Mc Todor
Brennan
Parker Maloney
Govvement
Cccnse
Ryan
Coe
Charlton
J. Cook
Local Authorities Conference Ends With Wide-Ranging Motions
July 22 Dalby delegates backed subsidies to reimburse local authorities for revenue loss due to government institutes and churches. They pressed for state power over stock routes and impounding stray stock, and voted to form a national industrial council through the Federal Government. Officers including Mayor Maxwell and R. E. Rockhampton were elected. The conference also urged a national public sacred holiday and broader authority on hospital representation and rate exemptions for incapacitated veterans.
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Prishane
W. R. Hunter
Dalby
Rovernment
Brisbane
Ald
J. F Maxwell
Aki
R. E. Et
Rockhampton
E d Dowe
Commonwealth
Ngac
C. Gough
Queensland
Shortage of Oil Fuel Prompts Shipping Diversion
Washington July 22 The Department of Commerce releases a report from the United States concern at Sydney recommending diverting fuel burning ships from Australian trade amid a severe Australian oil shortage, a matter of grave concern to the Australian navy.
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Washington
Department of Commerce
United States
Sydney
Australia
Government extends work return deadline amid union dispute
A joint disputes committee seeks concessions before returning to work after a government ultimatum. The meeting, led by Blair, demands an appeal board for relief and gender parity, while E A Mann cautions the board would take six weeks and parliamentary validation.
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Civil Service
Teachers’ Disputes Committee
Blair
Joint Disputes Committee
E. A. Mann
Team Vnto
Cowardly murders spark fury as troops ravage Tuam
London reports two constables killed when ambushed near Tuam during Galway assizes. Fifty attackers overpowered guards, then sacked Toom as police and military battled Sinn Fein arson and looting. Dublin Trades Council calls a forty eight hour general strike amid anti Sinn Fein crackdown.
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London
Tuam
Galway Assizes
Toom
Dublin Trades Council
Larkin
United States
Sinn Fein
Sinn
Ice
Prices Amendment on Calico and Felt Hats in Brisbane
The Prices Commissioner in Brisbane on July 22 issued an addendum to the recent price fix for calico and felt hats. Retailers cutting out wholesalers by dealing directly with manufacturers will be allowed to add 224 percent on cost, while others may add 45 percent.
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Brisbane
Russia and Poland an Intervention Deprecated
A London wireless proclamation dated July 22 cites Lenin Trotsky and Thirtcher reiterating direct peace talks with Poland. It states the League of Nations and Lord Curzon will not act as peacemakers in the civil war, criticizing mediation and urging reliance on Britain and other nations.
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London
Moscow
Lenin
Trotsky
Thitcher
Poland
League of Nations
Lord Curzon
Britain
Moneylenders and Graziers Clash in Queensland Policy Debate
C Brisbane statements reveal the Queens land Government aims to pursue the state’s best interests amid criticism of moneylenders and squatters. Mr Theodore’s financial mission abroad discussed by Mr Gillies as policy shifts seek to curb influence of absentee financiers and corporations.
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Brisbane
Men United Graziers
Theodore
Gillies
Queensland
London
Ger man subject case sparks debate in Melbourne
A Melbourne report notes contention over actions against German seamen on British ships during wartime. It describes Hughes claiming foul murder by the German navy and discusses calls by the Union and opponents to deny due process to German subjects and to broaden the purge from ships.
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Melbourne
Pate
Hughes
Commonwealth
Jerger Case in Supreme Court Ends in Abrupt Retreat
Adelaide July 22. A hearing over Jerger’s removal to transport beyond court jurisdiction devolved after allegations of a forced abduction. Justice Poole adjourned proceedings as Mr. Smith condemned the conduct and implied breach of an undertaking by General Antill, while defence counsel sought time to confer.
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Adelaide
Jerger
Khyber
Supreme Court
Rt J
Defence
Burke
Antill
Cleland
Mr. Smith
Ward
Justice Poole
General Antill
Poole
Smith
Citland
Ms. Seth
Court Hearing on Habeas Corpus at Supreme Court
Justice Poole questioned jurisdiction while Mr Cleland denied admissions as the court adjourned. J Santee’s removal from the Nestor at 10 p m prompted ongoing talks. The afternoon session saw Mr Smith seeking access to his client and a writ of habeas corpus against General Antill, with the judge ordering amended affidavits due by July 28 and the rule extended to July 30.
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Ustice Poole
Justice Poole
Mr. Cleland
J Santee
Nestor
Mi Livagg
Supreme Court
General Antill
Defence
Cleland
Healan
Insurance Against Cyclones Discussed by Australian Officials
Brisbane reports a deputation on a projected state cyclone insurance scheme. Minister for Justice Mullan promised submission to the Insurance Commissioner for a report. If the points are adjusted satisfactorily, the scheme will be promptly processed.
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Brisbane
Mullan
Like
Insurance Commissioner
Jean
Conviction In Brisbane For Carrying Red Flag
Alfred Robinson was fined £10 and costs after pleading guilty to carrying a red flag through Brisbane streets on March 21 during an unemployed march. About 400 men joined the procession as witnesses testified to the banner bearing words.
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Brisbane
Alfred Robinson
Harvest Festival Services At Atherton Church
Atherton Methodist Church holds harvest services at 11 am and 8 pm with Rev H W Prowse leading on Monday July 26. All welcome. Herberton Methodist Church offers 11 am and 7 30 pm services led by Rev GW Brown with Sunday School announced.
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Atherton Methodist Church
Tolga
H W
Atherton
All Herberton Methodist Church
GW. Brown
Sims Sanday School
Superior Homes on Sheridan Street for Sale
Bargain price and terms offered by A. J. Draper Ltd for homes on Sheridan Street near Smelfe & Co. Each house features 22st wide fronts, kitchen and bathroom, double sheeted, front verandahs, high blocks, secure fastenings, and a sink with waste pipe to street drain. Painted in 1919, built in 1915.
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Sheridan Street
Smelfe & Co
A. J. Draper. Ltd
Medical Officer of Health Post Opens at Cairns Council
Applications invited for the position of Medical Officer of Health to the Cairns Town Council. Salary 1390 per annum. Appointment subject to approval of The Commissioner of Public Health. One month’s notice on either side. Applications close Tuesday 17 August 1920 at 4 o’clock pm. Endorsed Application M H. By Order A E Wilkinson Town Clerk.
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Tim
Councelharbers
A E. Wilkinson
Cairns
A. E. Wilkinson
Prices Slashed to Suit Tomes Requirements
Prices will be reduced to meet the needs of the tomes, aiming to attract buyers and clear stock. The change signals a shift in cataloging costs and volume discounts for scholars and collectors.
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Russia
Church Services
Superior Homes
Farmon
Methaniel Meall
F.alsk.t.d
Ceylon
D. Steeds
E Markham, Jr
Alf
Smain Street
Nevile & Boden
Wdre
Inmoo Hotel
Chillagoe
Stanmary Hills
Irvinebank
Boonman
M. Jackson
Central Sugar Cane Prices Board
Alec RE Henry
Cairns Rows
Council
ES Ans
Medical Officer OF Health
Malouf
Babinda
Resnovis Gate
Etherton Tableland Dairy Products Ltd
Ae Atherves Tableland Co-operative Butter and Bacon Company Ltd
Mit
Bor
Fromm
Osuly
Ivan
Finantia
Desmond
Adelaide Street
Brishame
Ss. M. White
Boland
Boland's
Boland 'S
Faghob
Spence-street
Boland’s Ltd
Boland’s
St. Mayeshiba
Peeeaes
Andy Goods Merchant
Catmns Bor
Perdriau
W. A. Collins
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