Scenes at the wharves as farmers guard timber harvest
In Cairns area a tense assembly formed at the wharfs as producers and workers gathered at 745 am amid calls for discipline and protection of timber and maple resources. Farmers, merchants, and officials met with police present to maintain order while signaling continued resistance to wartime or trade disruptions.
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Connelt
Nikrace
Tablalaod
Amd
Rena Lake
Mos
Yewthorn Cairns
Poassin
Wye
Arbiereton Court
Counett
A. Lo Merrowy
Shel
AC ‘Deaper
Cairns
Atte H. Warnert
Eacham
Conney
Ce Re McHugh
Andy Merara
EA. Thervon
Riage
Abbott
Bowen conditions ease tension at railway dispute
Reports from Bowen describe a tense stand over railway handling amid farmer protests. Premier McCormack wired the station master to avert standoff, rail employees refused to move coal cars, and police warned of penalties if protests escalated. Farmers from Prosorance joined, threatening a march toward the jetty but remained orderly as calm resumed.
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Burt Hardy
Carstairs
Lowville
Kerman Mill
Conengume
Tewneville
Rom Bowen
Adt
McCormack
Bowen
Hal Raglan
Folly of Strikes Causes Union Rift in Coal Industry
Sydney reports show Abrussil members of the Coal Union faced mutiny over employment terms amid a recent shake up. The mutiny within the union’s ranks reflects deep tensions as members demand changes, with leaders noting the split threatens solid cooperation and broader labor goals.
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Sydney
Union Hammer
Vanenamy
Teoma Tings
Rout of the Communists at Cairns Wharves
On a historic day in North Queensland waterside history, 600 primary producers and local officials marched to Cairns wharves to defend the law and secure the right to work. Police restrained Communist agitators as hundreds of watersiders unloaded sugar amid tension. one near-lynching was averted by police cordons. The event ended with resignations and vows to maintain peace, amid protests that the North has expelled Communist influence.
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Honest Tail
Hardin Peace
Spirk
Slental
Ngthy
Hr. Hoult
AL Atherton
Jig
Fesei
Rotary
Kerr
Wren
Sethi
Wil Ba
Onin
Queensland
Catrus
Thamestves
Wessean
Egar
Zacham and
Coiima
B. B. MaHugh
Hf. Warner
Waterside Workers Union
Morth
Communist Post
Osirus
Cairns
Law
Arbitration Court
Australia
Mtr
Akers
Hin
Stelawents
régarda @ tooth
Akera
Frank O’hars
P. Simmonds
P. Howe
P. Micmonda
D. Smart
Vaeney Ahaa Suaraee
Erere
Miles Milles
Yungaburrs
Oairna An Fomg
Comenimista
Oahu
Prindace
Armes
Ray Hotel
Brantisle
Sery
Betis
Maine
Shelly Tel
Ain Sem
Bern
Amon
Yhaent
Urdday
Bettie Taviey
Tomy
Ruth Wee
Troma Caneiary
Alt Sora
Boar Digs
Wits
Shrek Wee
Simon
Pheeres
Satiereuccivinm
Suargesel Wrabe Hospital
Caine
Eee Baronets
Hague
Jerrey
Joe de Fachage
R .Hugh
Silla Milla
Millanditto
Caieme
Ugg
McHugh
Towarte & Tani
Enerunee
Avatrulia
Isis Jaber
Hevesi
Ghastly murder case rattles Junee heard by police
A brutal crime in Junee draws detectives from Sydney as local officers guard a scene near the W Smithy. A young girl was killed, with the body found near a vehicle road in a remote area. Investigators press for clues as witnesses are questioned and a man is arrested.
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Sydney
Svathes
Paition Seaton
Ainithy
Caampaie
Canadian Elections Report From Montreal
Fragmented OCR text shows party standings and remarks by Minister of Justice Lapennte and Premier King. Mentions Conservatives Wyngresstees Labor Independence Goatitat Liberal support and a likely table of partition focus with unclear figures.
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Peneant
Honmmone Wishin
Mr. King
Labor
Independence
Nmnty Vilain
Alice Elle
A-P.a
Intimidation to Cease at Cattay Wharf Incident
Disturbing threats reported at the Cattay wharves stirred fears among workers and families yesterday. Police and guards searched for the source, urging calm as investigations proceed and no further incidents are confirmed.
Home Hill Noy 4 The WHome Secretary Meeting Notes
The Home Secretary spoke on reform within ward four and the women and children’s committees. He proposed forming training committees to prepare for special works in Titlol and to coordinate with health and hospital departments for welfare actions.
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J. Stagtori
State Finance in Dip in Tentative Revenue Report
In a November release officials report revenue for the current year shows a tentative total around 1,150,804 pounds with spending aligned to the same period as the prior year. The finance head notes adjustments and comparisons to last year while cautioning on provisional figures and timing for final approval.
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Airintvame
Betoher
aNiaka
RMIT
Deportation Board Transcript With Witness and Earnings
Fragmented OCR text outlines a deportation board hearing with witness references including Captain Wallace and a person named Meaher. It notes a verdict or decision involving a wage reference of 408 pounds per day, and a total payment of 4000 pounds. The passage is garbled but centers on testimony, allotments, and punitive references during the hearing.
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Siydm
Ord HD
Pollen Sansratte
Vietora
Witnee
Ata
Jockey killed at Morven meeting
A fatal accident occurred at Morven during a racing meeting. Reports indicate a jockey lost his life in the final race amid a string of unreliable events. The incident, linked to the Hare Club meeting, prompted investigations and tributes from racing officials.
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Charleville
New
Morven Smatine
Hare Club
Satarda
Connasematts
Block Burned In A Large Fire In The City
A large fire destroyed a whole block with several vehicles damaged beyond repair. Initial estimates place the loss in the tens of thousands, with authorities investigating the cause and noting extensive smoke and structural damage to nearby buildings. No injuries reported at this time.
Turmoil at Sugar Farm Protest Ends in Police Crackdown
A violent disturbance erupted near a sugar farm drawing crowds and a foreign hotel attack. Police sealed hotels, made several arrests, and cleared streets as magistrate proceedings prepared for the next day.
Back-Block Perils and Political Fallout in 140 Phi Federal
fragmentary OCR reads tangled notes about a politician and back-block perils centering on 140 Phi Federal. mentions a Tynte on tril Travelling try and confusion over a motor eyelet, with garbled phrases describing attempts to fake events and references to people named Johefagting colh and Wadytaker.
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Tynte
Hhee
Further Men From The Tableland Struggle To Aid Timber Workers
Hundreds of producers remain for next phase as council and mayor urge unity to defend timber supplies. Leaders cite financial strain, disrupted shipments, and risk to forestlands while calling for orderly action and protection of workers rights amid rising tensions.
Tom Walsh and Unions Split Over Leave Request
Reports say union leaders are willing to support Tom Walsh’s leave application amid a developing dispute. The strike committee and officials discuss limits, with plans to decide at the March meeting. Sources indicate a draft resolution favors relief while maintaining firm pricing and authority balance.
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Walsh
Mranch
Serviceable Showers in Southern Queensland Weather Report
Serviceable showers occurred across southern Queensland over the weekend with scattered light rain in areas including Brishang and Warwick. The District weather notes mention variable cloud cover, mild temperatures, and unsettled conditions tied to the Darling Downs region. several stations reported light to moderate rainfall amounts and generally fine conditions elsewhere.
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