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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 16, 1920
Page
5
Brisbane reports a non ceremonial opening of the Stensland legislative council. New government members take the chair as Governor’s message read and the house sworn in. The premier notes reforms and a pro forma bill, with the majority party asserting recent election mandates.
The Legislative Assembly session opens with Mr Bectram elected Speaker amid debates on governance. The gallery notes contrasts between younger members and veteran figures as discussions unfold, with government and opposition voices acknowledged and the House adjourned after formalities.
A party meeting reported two absentees Mr Elphinstone traveling north and 212 GP Barnes unable to attend. Barnes reelected leader and Mr Roberts deputy. Mr Issame unable to take whip role. Mr Vowley elected leader with Moore as deputy and Corser as Whip. Sir Scayne parliamentary secretary. Moore absent awaiting Brisbane arrival. Northern Country candidates Greenard Jones and others chose independent stance.
Home Secretary stated that counting second preferences on ballots favoring State management is under consideration as Continuance holds an absolute majority over the other two resolutions. The remark notes the political context and ongoing review of voting procedures.
Latest figures show Continuance with 172026 votes and Prohibition 133540 while State Management has 27675. Continuance now holds an absolute majority of 811 over the other resolutions.
Dispatch from London reports Red forces advancing toward Simferopol and Sebastopol as panic spreads among civilians. General Wrangel warns of danger while authorities struggle to move women and children to safety amid bombardment and chaos on the Ukrainian front.
The Gordonvale bazaar on the 6th opened by Mr. W. Griia highlighted town progress and the value of convents and libraries to educate children. The event showcased Mercy work at the Cairns Convent and urged broader support for community institutions.
Croydon officials question proposed mining grants and drilling prospects amid unclear timelines. Government reports cited as sent to Croydon for assessment, with officials noting state drills are limited and priorities shift to urgent work such as testing and new fields.
Witnesses in Queensland hear that butter price claims may reflect drought impact and low farm wages. Officials discuss costs, farm labor, and dairy production, with farmers defended against alleged wage suppression while consumers face high prices.
Sydney reports Justice Edmunds hearing more evidence on raising salaries for State Legislators and Crown ministers. Twelve members of the assembly were subpoenaed. several testified in support of extra remuneration while others signaled public duty. The court adjourned until Friday.
Interview quotes Sir Hamar Greenwood about Sinn Fein leaders provoking political chaos in Ireland. He links south and west Ireland turmoil to railway stoppages and mail delays, blaming it on and suspicions of railway workers funded by lenders. He says the Irish and British governments seek to restore railways but condemn subsidised refusal to carry mail and age-related services.
In London on November 15 churches held services for the League of Nations. British delegates Millen and St James Alleged attended Trinity Church where the Bishop of Worcester preached and Sir Robert Cecil read lessons urging Christians to unite against shared human suffering at Geneva.
Fragmentary report notes militant D Annunzio operations in Dalmatia with attacks on villages. Mentions a powerful fleet leaving the site and an admiral named Kaye returning to Fiume amid the action.
In Rockhampton on November 15, officials consider giving a verbal order to abide by the watersiders award. The hearing discusses sufficient guarantee and terms before the court.
A mail robbery occurred on the Cloncurry mail tram. A small bag was taken and 23 letters were missing. The registered mail was not tampered with, and an unlocked worn bag appeared to have been used. The incident follows a similar event from the prior week.
New York dispatch notes Tokyo press reporting a US Japan agreement but disagreement over including Japanese laborer exclusions in a treaty. Japan opposes the method, fearing humiliation and loss of dignity. Ambassador Morris warns war is thinkable and regrets reckless statements in both nations.
Chicago Tribune Tokin correspondent interviews Caniain Nomars Mintter for Sars swig. claims Japan plans forts and bases on mandated islands. Attache visits islands amid foreign press claims of fortifications and strengthened defenses.
A Rockhampton to Emerald goods and a westbound passenger train collided at Westwood Station in a heavy crash during shunting. Both engines and multiple wagons derailed and piled against the tender, with coal and wool scattered. Authorities report extensive damage and injuries unspecified.
In Townsville on November 15 the probate of the will of the late Victor Enelyn Colina was granted. The will was sworn and a personal appearance noted, with medical cases referenced in the proceedings.
A garbled report notes price cutting across the United States. It mentions Colorado mines laying off workers and Montana mines reducing output by half. Since August, demand has fallen, causing significant job losses and reduced production in several centers.
New York on November 15 a panic at a picture theatre left one child dead and about twenty seriously injured when a crowd surge broke a pane and caused a deadly crush among youngsters. The chaotic scene unfolded as authorities struggled to restore order and aiding the injured. Reported in early 1920s coverage, the blaze of confusion darkened the night with questions about crowd control and theater safety.
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