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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 04, 1930
Page
8
A Queensland wage case asks for reductions in the basic wage and linked living standards. The court hears arguments on cost of living factors, interstate competition, and the impact on workers and employers with figures and index trends cited.
The court heard Professor Brigden and Mr Justice Webb discuss wage reductions to curb unemployment. They considered a 5 shilling December cut or a January 1 raise, weighing impact on living standards and industry capacity to pay.
The piece questions economic policy and imperial dependency, calling for control of raw materials while warning against overreliance on free trade. It cites fears of foreign influence and argues for strategic self sufficiency within the empire context.
A boat of about forty people jumped overboard after a launch caught fire at a river picnic resort near Como. Twelve were pulled from the water and taken to hospital. others were rescued or brought to the police station for drying clothing. One survivor Ty Gunga escaped through a window as the engine failed. Several suffered burns.
Supreme Court in Brisbane heard Mr GE Theodore and Mr W McCormack in a suit against the Government of the Mungatna. The full 30 days after service of the writ has passed and a week remains before entry on the docket. It is not expected the case will be ready for hearing until early next year.
Brisbane reports from November 3 that State Coal Mines Supervisor J Stafford outlines wartime output for Boars Sire and At Malin mines. Totals show 192657 tons, 45005 ar, and 193?98 took. Bowen area operations face industrial trouble and cooperative efforts. The maximum production in one shift reached 939 tons.
Brisbane November 2 The Minister for Education Mr RM King defends government stance on scholarship reductions. He rejects claims of punitive action against denominational schools, stating no such motive exists and promising future fund allocation for scholarships while prioritizing universal education.
In Malbournne on November 3 spectators cheered as Walter Lindrum, aged 18, set a remarkable break record in a match against Horace. The event drew a large crowd, with the audience praising the young player for his skill and composure on the table.
A fragment mentions a snooker break and a feature at a Fy by Ree event. It notes a 100 grade milestone and a statement from Ian about Jerate as ec. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Melbourne November 3 crowd and weather noted as a special Cup forecast. Analysts including Pike Duncan Scobie and Marsden favor Tregilla over Phar Lap, with VRC handicapper and officials weighing in. The forecast cites a sultry day turning cooler with showers.
Melbourne race buzz centers on Phar Lap as odds-on favorite with 131b weight amid rivals Nightmarch Windhing and Carbine. Treilla and Teegila loom as other strong contenders while form from Memington and Randwick shapes expectations for the two mile King Cup clash.
Melbourne opinions from Day I discuss Phar Lap versus Treqlia and other rivals. Writers name W. S Mickenhothan and trainer Coponnell with comments on Soulton, Second Wind, and Lap's chances in Caulfield and Flemington features. Mentions Balloombered, Walloon King, and Seton secretaries amid spring carnival chatter.
Canberra reports the Electoral Commission will begin work on redistributing Commonwealth seats within weeks. Findings will not be expert but hearings on electorates occur. Few seats to be created though some boundaries will be altered. Queensland quotas listed with figures for several districts. Three commissioners will be appointed for each state.
Shadow King, Ballon King and Phar Lap dominate discussions as tests loom for the Caulfield Cup. Teegan rides Shadow King while Balloon King looks to shed Derby weight with a hopeful drop. Runners include Tregilla, Vellmond, and Ballon King among high-stakes contenders in the Melbourne spring racing scene.
Melbourne race card lists Phar Lap No 13 and multiple horse positions. Names such as Felusington First Arrow Land of Nod St Francis Del Riccio Golden Cluster and Second Wind appear, with various entries and jockey notes. The transcript shows scattered horse names, placements, and references to races including Yar Yean Stakes and Gold Cup.
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