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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

May 27, 1929

Page

12

After the Battle in Brisbane Brings Political Shakeup

A hectic week in Brisbane follows a Labor landslide defeat after fourteen years in power. The city reels at the unexpected reversal with leadership shifts and potential knighthood discussions. A Trades Hall row over pay and procedure accompanies the political fallout.

Cena Maroyalty Knights of the Realm Sir William Gl Oxlade Moton Brisbane Alderman Jolly

Conference stalemate leaves issues on the table

Municipal councils hold conferences with timber workers and other delegates. After speeches and press coverage, they decide nothing concrete, leaving the matter open for another month as unemployment and poverty persist. Delegates commend the process despite no decisive action.

Sircines Conanenthese

April Wool Prices Hold With Narrow Differentials

April rates for wool show firmness as dusty unattractive wools suffer most. Scoured wool prices remain steady. Limited Japanese competition lowers the price floor, with French buyers active and Russia largely absent. Germany remains a strong buyer aided by Bradford, while several French houses bid. The report notes a disappointing feature in the market’s machinery and generation.

Japan Russia Germany Bradford Eng Tion

Dewars Whisky Sale via Samuel Allen & Sons Ltd

Dewars Whisky advertised as an old favorite with Samuel Allen & Sons Ltd listed as agents for distribution and sale.

Dewars Whisky Dewars Samuel Allen & Sons Ltd

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