Cairns Aerodrome Debate Hints at Defence Use
Council hearing on airfields and defence needs features Alderman Kiernan and Mayor discussing ground use and weather delays. Mr McComb notes the Cairns runway aligned to wind, with Civil Aviation oversight and potential future air mail service. officials consider asking Government subsidies to support aerodrome plans amid limited aid prospects.
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McComb
Cloncurry
Civil Aviation Department
Brisbane
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Cairns
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Queerah
Secretary Hanlon plans island pearling and native protection survey
Brisbane report on May 2 notes Secretary E. M. Hanlon arranging for Chersday Island Cape Wear canoe group and Gall Islands exploration. He will inspect government stations, examine fishing and pearling vessels, and seek an improved system of inspection to protect natives.
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E. M. Hanlon
Chersday Island
Cape Wear
Gall Islands
Tan
Riots in New Delhi Clash Between Strikers and Loyal Workers
May 2 Calcutta reports clashes in New Delhi as thousands of workers gathered near the Delhi cloth mill and police lined the area. Over 100 injured as strikers and loyal workers clashed. mills barricaded with authorities feeding 3000 loyal workers to prevent attacks. Despite 14 mills operating, about 80,000 strikers remain active. A separate Karachi lightning strike affected Bombay, with employers providing food to keep workers on premises. Red flags at Calcutta and Amritsar meetings noted, no disturbances reported.
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Delhi
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Karachi
Ee Aay
Bombay
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