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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 07, 1927

Page

14

Trade Union Bill Heated Debate in London

London debate on the Trades Union Bill resumes with Mr. Spencer ill and interrupted by labor unrest. He denounces bigotry within the federation and recalls his suspension, while opponents insist the bill punishes workers and risks general strikes and enforcement of union operations with penalties and court interventions.

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Debated union bill fears strike penalties in Parliament

The debate centered on compulsory conciliation and potential limits on strikes. Critics warned the bill could push trade unionists toward crime or forced labor while supporters argued it would curb militant disruption and restore union authority, with leaders fearing a new repressive phase. The discussion drew international attention from Australian officials McCormack and McKell, who urged caution over anti-Labor implications.

F. Howe Lab Baldwin LNDON Macquisten Stephen Walsh Caid Terg McCormack N.S.W McKell Arrangers Tay Hess Tenth Mall Mont Orrant Dominions Mccormack Nek Holly

Cement bottom roads urged for Harvey's Creek area

A local message urges ratepayers to back cemented bottom roadworks from Harvey's Creek to Granite Creek, arguing concrete pipes and proper grading would save money. The speaker notes prior failures with gullies, warns against overpaying for poor sites, and calls for practical, shared work by the council.

Cairne Harvey Fishery Granite Creek Aml Habla Beth Foven McPhwmell

Dallas Aquatic Club Holds Weekly Executive Meeting

The Dallas Aquatic Club held its weekly executive meeting in the club rooms last Wednesday evening with a good turnout. Reports announced the Alps Premier Ice Cream Day race winner Malva and outlines for upcoming events including the A. J. Draper Trophy race for ladies and the Kehager Trophy race, along with donations and club maintenance notes.

Dallas Aquatic Club Malva A. J. Draper Mr. v4 J. Weaper Mins V. Parrott Alma Mra Jewls Valmar Siubrans Mona Onter Kehager

Local Labor Day Gathering Santa Gordonvale Attracts Few

Attendees counted among Mesdames Cleary Cahill and others during Labor Day events held Monday. Euchre tournament featured players led by Stanley and Cabtl. prizes announced by E Lewtz and Grogan. Numerous gifts donated by Mrs Bien, Mrs Murphy, and Mrs V Faring. committee aims to repeat events periodically.

Gordonvale Grogan Feore Hi Gamemi Indhes Inn Miss Johnson Ablera An Owens

Roland and Boland’s Fabric Prices Surface in 19/11 Catalog

An old catalog style page lists fabric and trim prices from Roland and Boland. Items include crepe de chine in various colors and finishes, Swiss valance, and regalia fabrics with price points per yard or per piece. Multiple colorways and finishes are noted, with emphasized values for ladies crepe de chine and related items.

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Advertised Ladies Fashion Fabrics and Accessories Prices

A mangled list of textile items and prices from Boland and Land's stores, detailing white lawn fabric, silk mendings, mending cards, and various dress lengths in multiple colors. Mentions yard sales, price points like 2/6 and 1/2, and references to waves and two toned shades.

Selbey Imermneton RAMEY Mack Yarral Boland Land's

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