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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 10, 1930
Page
5
From our own Correspondent Brisbane notes discuss the rising graziers' push for a new wool stabilization scheme amid drought fears. Mentions the United Graziers Association reforms, potential rail motor experiments, and busier transport plans affecting Queensland's rural economy.
The Economic and Statistical Bureau led by Professor Andyen seeks to supply exact data on Queensland industries to inform the Industrial Court. The program, welcomed by manufacturers and unions, faces judgment over its value and aims to resolve employer and employee claims with unbiased evidence.
The article depicts a city in strain with high rates and rents, water system costs, and rising taxes. It notes unemployed pressures and looming concerns about public works and infrastructure while landlords face shortages and buyers remain scarce.
In Cairns the talkies excite interest as technicians explain two main sound methods. The movietone system uses a sound track on film while the disc system uses synchronized gramophone records. Details cover projection, circuits, and devices like the fader for volume control.
Five year old Bennett's Chain firm reports rising output as new machines boost capacity. Last month more than 85,000 sets of chains were sold, a company record, with products praised for long wear and reliability. Chains are produced in a cyanide-hardening process at a dedicated furnace, offering tyre and heavy truck chains and a range for motorists and deliveries.
Graham-Paige cars win top prizes across European events in France and Belgium. Kirke Paige vehicles claim first prizes in two of four classes at Cabourg and La Battle, with drivers including Mme Fscudier and Le Maxie noted among entrants. Other entries from Paris region show strong finishes as the marque takes multiple awards at continental showcases.
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