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Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 04, 1920

Page

5

Senate Debate Over Relief, Wool and Shipping Policies

The Australian Senate discussed relief for cyclone victims in Queensland and the wool contract with Britain, with Senators Gardiner Milica and others trading critiques on government pricing, exports, and economic strategy. Debate touched on naval secrecy, war measures, and calls to ease restrictions under the War Precautions Act amid concerns about shipping and cost of living.

Gardiner Awerner Governa Howell Wardiner Hughes Auspala. Org London Senayardiner Britain Australia Commonwealth Wister Weinholt Ule * Tudor Ryan Tudor Conta Coppera Foster Japo Gilrath Bureau and Science and Industry America Shaw Wireless Ready Moloney Aees Queens Knibbs Prishame Atkinson Page Tasmania

Melbourne House of Representatives Debates on Constitution Amendments

Australian lawmakers in Melbourne debate proposed constitutional changes allowing general elections in any month. Jowett and Ryre outline wartime and defense funding concerns while accusing waste and mismanagement. Calls for Royal Commission inquiry and tighter government accountability accompany discussions on Canada ties and military debt.

Melbourne Jowett Ryrie Tence Mackay Sardinia Van Canada Royal Commission Lamond

Prince of Wales Tour Possible Short Stop in Wallan

Brisbane reports Mr Steer says the Prince of Wales may briefly visit Wallan before leaving Moreton Bay on March 7 to proceed to New Guinea. Officials say the tour cannot be extended despite local representations, and Lamont the Redan will depart Brisbane soon. Steer anticipates further announcements on the itinerary.

Brisbane Steer Prince of Wales Wallanre Moreton Bay Lamont the Redown New Guinea

Poultry Industry Woes Hit Western Queensland

Brisbane reports show western districts from Dalby to Jondaryan suffer severe poultry woes. J Beard recounts tick infestations and predatory eagle hawks decimating flocks while high poultry feed costs worsen fat peat issues and overall prospects.

Brisbane J. Beard Dalby Chinchill Miles Roma. Mitchell Harleville Jondaryan Queensland

Nationalists Pick Costello In State Election Contest

In Warwick an internal Nationalists vote chose Edward Costello 651 over James Warren 319 for the candidate selection. An appeal challenging a libel damages decision in Melbourne was dismissed by the State Fall Court, upholding Justice Hood’s ruling.

Warwick Edward Costello James Warren Melbourne Justice Hood

Arbitration Court weighs new award for engineers amid unionist bias

In Prisbane on March 3 Justice Macfaughton heard a bid for a new award for engineers and allied trades. He noted shifts in attitude as some women take direct action and said the matter was large, needing full bench review. He would consider arguments from both sides before ruling. R Carroll for the Amalgamated Society argued preference could steady workers if allowed, preventing direct action.

Prisbane Macfaughton Me. R. Carroll Amalgamated Society of Engiineers

Queensland Finances Show Deficit Deepening

Premier Theodore faced questions on Queensland finances revealed by Treasury returns showing eight months to February with a deficit of 735 444 pounds, far worse than the 153 851 pounds shortfall at the same stage in 1898. The Premier cited anticipation of increased taxes and Pastoral Rights Bill receipts, hoping these measures would balance the books. Brisbane.

Brisbane Theodore Queensland Treasury Igay A. E Joseph

Pineapple glut hits Brisbane markets as cannery demand limits

Growers facing low prices due to a bumper pineapple crop and a maritime strike. Many loads dumped as private canneries struggle to cope while the State cannery reports processing 400 to 600 cases daily and rejects some fruit from soldier settlers.

Brisbane Mar Woombyne

Methodist Crusade Urged Against Liquor Evil

Brisbane March 3 The Methodist conference resolves to enter a crusade to combat the evils of the Golden Casket and similar fortunes and appeals to church officers and people to aid the movement for prohibition. It also approves part of the Liquor Act amendment and condemns growing disregard for the Lord's Day. Melbourne March 7 United Methodist conference in Victoria and Tasmania plans a severance to fund minister salaries with appeal to adherents.

Brisbane Mar Methodist Conference Melbourne United Conference of Methodist Ausches Victoria Tasmania

Beleaouree Financials Reflect Quarter Ends December 191g Seizures

A report from the Canon Department shows 19 seizures totaling £183 in fines for the quarter ending 1st December 191g. The figures indicate a decline in enforcement outcomes and note continued commitments by the Sheapaaites to reduce violations.

Beleouree Daparemant

Fresh Complications in Peace Conference Delegations

Fragmentary dispatch notes a Democratic substitute related to a peace conference proposal. Mention of Semter Loder and a British delegation implies tensions at the League of Nations talks, with U S involvement shaping the document by March.

Shington Seumter Loder United States

Country party backs economy move on supply in Melbourne

Melbourne March 5 The Country party rejects a hidden bid to force a no confidence vote by McWilliams and argues for half of the supply cut to press the government on economy. Members say the aim is to keep the House engaged with expenditure and curb departmental control.

Melbourne Country Party McWilliams Might Labor Party Aol Tt Wan

Printing trade conference nears agreement on wages and conditions

A southern and central divisions printing trade conference meets since last Thursday and likely to settle tomorrow. Wages are fixed for day work and weekly papers across roles with specific rates for compositors linotype operators andJo bbing offices. Apprenticeship rules stay similar. holidays set at twelve statutory days for dailies and at one week for other offices. New wage terms start March 1 and conditions from April 5.

Brisbane Central Southern Limotype Oper Southern ie _ Nacht

Influenza Situation Report and Health Talks

The State Wealth authorities report only ordinary cases of influenza and no local outbreaks beyond common colds. The Home Department investigates how influenza arrived at Thursday Island and nearby mainland. New South Wales health authorities seek an interstate conference of health officials on joint prevention and response.

Brisbane Mar Home Department Thursday Island New In Wales Health Authorities Health Commissioners

Riot at Brededoep Native Meeting Over Removal Policy

In Johannesburg on March 3 natives gathered at Brededoep to discuss strike efforts. The meeting turned violent as protesters attacked the authorities removing natives, causing a serious riot.

Johannesburg Brededoep

French Railways Strike Extends in Paris Report

Paris officials report the nationwide strike by French rail workers has extended further amid protests and service disruptions. Unions demand higher wages and better working conditions as the stoppage affects major routes and urban transit.

Prisoner escape after Cork Gaol ambush in wartime England

Forty Lime Feim prisoners in Cork Gaol were moved as an ambush occurred. Reported chaos followed as attackers seized rifles and escaped, with authorities pursuing the assailants. The incident highlights wartime security breaches and rapid prisoner movements.

London Mar Cork Bere Siang Pata Core

Meat export talks shape future Australian sales to UK

Mr Rodgers MP noted contracts tied to peace terms would end three months after the peace treaty. He said a temporary UK glut exists but world supply is tight and open markets could benefit growers. Lamb exports are waning this month, while Queensland beef will start with the April killing season.

Melbourne Mar United Kingdom Rodgers Imperial Mutten Queensland

Watersiders' Action Sparks Brisbane Wharf Dispute

Brisbane March 2 wharf workers refuse to unload a Baranmy cement cargo and demand higher rates. The dispute, tied to cement as a special cargo, could affect ongoing deliveries for the Water and Sewerage Board as steamer movements continue.

Brisbane Mar Commonwealth Line Board of Reference Water and Sewerage Board

Ironworkers Union Negotiates Fresh Wage Offer

A dispute reported among ironworkers and allied trades follows negotiations with employers. The union is weighing a proposed wage increase and improved weekly terms as part of the labor talks.

Melbourne Tes Irronworkers’ Union and Allied Trades

Six Unions in Melbourne Strike Shift to Joint Action

Engineers and unions in Melbourne report six unions now in dispute with Australasian Engineers joining broader action. No negotiations occurred today over the job printing trade strike, which is expected to be prolonged.

Melbourne Mar

Justice Powers Clarifies Marital Pay Remarks Today

Mr Justice Powers corrected a misquote about his view on married men receiving higher pay. He said he did not advocate forcing marriage for higher wages and affirmed men over 25 should have the same rates as married men. He saw the court’s duty as setting wages, not reducing public service hours.

Melbourne Justice Powers

Soviet envoy lays out peace terms with western nations

Berlin correspondent reports Victor Kopp outlining Soviet conditions for peace. Russia would resume global trade, recognize new border states, repay debts with peace guarantees, open trade with all nations, and refrain from interference in other countries.

London Quronicle Berlin Victor Kopp Russia

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