Echo of 1917 strike retrospective debate
An examination of the 1917 railway workers strike controversy in Townsville and Cairns involving retroactive pay, government mediation, and union leadership. The report tracks key figures including Mr Justice McTace, Mr James, Mr William, and Theodore and notes ballot actions and meetings at Townsville and Cairns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Koohoon Cheston
Aviatian Cort
Justice Mctace
Coe
Pat Ortas
Petrim
Townsville
Cetires
Townswilte
Stiribee
Townevdle
Ryan
Neethern
Justice
New Jeyland
James T Cident
Catrne
William Mur
Aleiselle
Rmateeoort
Morahcon
Otter
Mmeerea
Coeares
Mir Tusaee
Cairns
Theodore
Cram
Charge of Sedition Remands in London Case
The case concerns a sedition charge after a speech at a London meeting of the National Russia Committee and the Tory Britain party. Prosecution argued the remarks promoted undermining authority while the defense noted distant words and prayer for prudence.
Fire at Mitchell damages two shops and a home
A blaze swept through Mitchell last night, tearing through a shop and spreading to an adjoining store and a residence. Quick action by local residents prevented greater loss as crews battled the flames and contained the fire.
Nine Hunger Strikers in Cork Gaol Demand Trial
London reports nine hunger strikers in Cork Gaol asking to resume their trial after proving willingness to proceed. Rail workers’ strike violence, ambush near Tralee, and Sinn Fein action are noted. Authorities tighten motor permit rules to daylight hours within twenty miles of owners’ homes.
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London
M.P
Cork
Dublin
Tipperary
Litwernane
Tralee
Escent
Atl
Ted Heen
Sinn Feinera
Mim Castle
Lullin
Belfadt
Mannix In Cold Storage Addressed Roman Catholic Clergy
In Harrogate M Dr Mannix spoke to a large gathering of Roman Catholic clergy wearing Siem Fem colors. He described himself as in cold storage in England and lamented that Armistice Day had not fulfilled its promise, noting that the war continued. He said he would not hate England or the British Empire but would protest when the Empire fails to rely on the free consent of the people.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Mannix
Harrogate
England
Armin
British Empire
Geneva Conference Begins With Broad Allied Delegation
London November 14 The British Canadian Australian New Zealand South African and Indian delegates have begun for Geneva. Senator Millen's star includes Sir Robert Muirhardt Collins and Messrs TH Printer Knowles Chevasis and Gourgand.
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London
New Zealand
Genea
Millen
Robert Muirhardt Collins
Mesers
Knowles, Chevasis
Germans Not Wanted At Geneva Conference
London dispatch reports Echo de Paris saying French delegates may withdraw from the Geneva conference if Germans attend the talks, signaling a potential crisis in alliance amid negotiations.
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London
Echo de Paris
Paris pact sets steps on German reparations plan
Britain and France agree on a defnite procedure for German reparations. Allied and German experts will meet in Brussels after governments respond. The Reparations Commission and a conference of Allied Ministers will meet in February in Geneva to discuss indemnity, with German reps present to aid the process. The commission will fix the amount and payment method, then the Supreme Council will ensure Germany’s compliance.
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Paris
Britain
France
Germany
Briels
Geneva
Liquor Referendum Totals and Imperial Conference Notes
Brisbane reports latest liquor referendum figures with continuance prohibitions and state management tallies. London notes Imperial Conference plans for June focus on general business with constitutional talks deferred indefinitely. Also mentions a French ambassador heir apparent and diplomatic circles praising the appointment.
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Brisbane, Nor
London
Colonial Office
Crowds Visit Grave After Unknown’s Burial at Westminster Abbey
Thousands walk past the Unknown’s grave and cenotaph daily in a drizzly ceremony. The procession began at 7:40 as doors opened late, with a barrier around the grave and candles flanking the wreaths. A mass of flowers surrounds the base and a long queue extends for blocks despite rain.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Westminster Abbey
ALF
Boastings and Vote to Britain in Insolent Tone
A Moscow wireless reports Soviet claims of Red forces breaking through Crimea fortifications and cavalry advancing on the Peninsula while Wrangel retreats and military stores fall into disorder. The note says Wrangel's destruction will push Entente powers to resume trade, and Moscow criticizes Britain for delaying negotiations seeking a definite answer on whether Britain will negotiate with Soviet deputies.
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London
Moscow
Crimea
Wrangel
Tehicherin
Briain
Britain
Labor fed to fight open shop and wage cuts
Washington notes report the American Federation of Labor planning a conference on the industrial scene. Leaders allege employers aim to force the open shop and lower wages, vow to oppose any wage cuts, and consider raising a million dollars to sustain a closed shop campaign. Gompers signals stance as federation officials threaten strike if efforts to lower prices occur.
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Washington
American Federation of Labor
Tt Ia
Labor Federation
Gompers
Save Organised Labor 14
Gaines Pew
Steamer Collision In New York Harbor
In New York Harbor on November 14 the Spanish Royal Mail steamer Montserrat and the freighter San Marcos collided. The Montserrat, carrying 379 passengers, was beached after the crash.
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New York
Montserrat
Trains Collide On Coasts In Westwood Crash
Westwood railway accident on Saturday as a western bound Wain hit a stationary line near the station. Several wagons derailed and scattered contents. A breakdown gang cleared the line. Reported loss ranges up to thousands in damages.
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Rockhampton
Westwood
Om Asranarete Eeswanty
Brisbane water board reshapes funding to cut costs
Referring to the discharge of about 100 crew and staff due to funding shortfalls, Mr. Fitelly and the Water and Sewerage Board outlined plans this month to reallocate allocations to trim expenses. The move signals a tighter future for the utility and its projects.
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Brisbane
Fitelly
Water and Sewerage Board
Fire Devastates Kent Street Grocers' Shop in Sydney
A severe blaze gutted the brick and stone premises of John Connell and Lissited grocers in Kent Street Sydney. The fire reduced the building to a shell and caused damage estimated near £100,080. Firefighters and neighbors fought the flames to prevent spread to adjacent structures. The blaze began Friday and was discovered in the upper portion, with efforts continuing to contain embers and assess losses.
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Sydney
Kent Street
John Connell
Queensland police pay rise plan outlined by Home Secretary
Brisbane November 14 the Home Secretary unveiled a scheme to raise salaries for commissioned officers above senior sergeant including sub inspectors and inspectors. Chief Inspector up £3 to 760 and senior inspectors to 510 with fuel and rent allowances. other grades rise to £150 overall for some and £100 to £60 for others. Superannuation rates fixed and retrospective to July 14 when the Police Union award began.
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Brisbane
Queensland
McCormack Tai
Polce Union
Labor M P Resigns and Appoints Adviser to Mines Dept
Mr Wilson Brace, Labor MP for Clatsorean South, resigns his Commons seat to become a Labor adviser to the Mines Department. He is described as moving from Parliament with support from the South Wales Miners Federation.
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London
Wilson Brace
Clatsorean South
Cheet
Mines Department
Commons
The
South Wales Miners’ Federation
Russian general Wrangel’s troops embark for French ship Waldeck Rousseau
Paris reports that Wrangel forces have begun to embark on the French battleship Waldeck Rousseau and transport Grovence along with other vessels. The occupation of Sevastopol by the Reds appears imminent as fighting intensifies in Crimea.
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Paris
French Miners Suspend Strike for Negotiations
Paris November 1 The miners strike is suspended pending negotiations with coal owners through the district committees.
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Paris
Townsville Racing Results and Handicaps Update
Nov 14 reports from Townsville show multiple horse races with names such as Palette Red Geston Strate and others. Final times vary with winners by several lengths and notable betting odds cited for each event.
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Townsville
Stralix J
Rel Bopel
Florita
Qhuty
Floris
Skrate
Red Rapid
Haran
Sir Hampton
Saymarsala
Dew Antonia
Maeterlick
Lord Marajax
Oakbar
Kenjie
J Saymarsala
Dew Antone
Maeterlinck
Dood Taerajax
Wort
Lord Marjax
Welter
Ponnie Buck Tl
Orperra
Acmlet
Bonsie Muck
Aules
Eagle Boy
Savmaresty
Don Amonio
Marterbrirk
Qatchar Petting
Rebar
Agst
Don Antonia
Maeternick
Oakhar
Tisne
English Racing. a London Now
Racing item from London reports unclear OCR text with scattered words including English Racing and dates, lacking readable entities or events to confirm a specific person, team, or outcome.
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Teveneville
Ovens
Ert Hall Roeeting
Naelot Russia Committee
Con Tarty
Oor Malone
Frere
Cherehtis
Cerzena
Mitchell
Tennett
Senator Millen
Camben
Vis
Lean Maney
Great Northern Line
Prisbane
Antiegia
Mackay
Gympie
Wrirks Og
Labor M.P
Tattersall's Club
Abbott Street
P.O
OME
Sar
Atal
Towneville
Ascot
Dawes
Eetoretic
Fringilla
Fairy Hoht Bergstrom
Bredhauer
Tucker
Karl Kitchener
Karama
Abeull Syceonelle
Cane King
For My Lady
Lincore
Faor Desmond
Fortashell
Armade
Kaboora
Noelamayne
Retting
Seremist
Syceonelle
Fortiny Lady
Fairy Bob
Linco
Galas Fortashell
Fort Kitelerr
Abenll
Fair Diesteond
Armace
Jost
Keremu Bast
Galas
Syccorelie
Seremest
Lircome
Mirigen
Marthemas
N. O'Sallwany Ohac
P. O'Ssullan
Rara Avis
Fieldarre
Lawrie Lad
Bobac
Eccomd
Ohwisss
Mela
Purple Diamond
Oneill
Serazore
Doherty
Pope
Or Prince
Owissa
Scratore
Purwle Thomond
Berritule
Mavis
Mage
Sosa Creily
Murray
Doondi
Syeee
Karamu
Molly
Dareel
Karame
Uci
Mawwet
Lanrie Lad
Rowen
Dobert
English Racing
Syenre Meare
Orne
Digger” Enright
Boland’s Ltd
Oman
Rogers
Mack
Port Rogers
Istrawol Tanaru
Johnson
Strewdi
Fey
Boland’s
Mayeshiba’s Emporium
Pheas Ph Lae
Calne Bena
Ned Smt
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