18 Nov 1918
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 18, 1918
Page
1
The writer questions the idea water power is cheap and argues hydro schemes often cost more in capital and maintenance than local steam plants. The Cairns proposal cited shows high capital costs and ongoing charges, prompting discussion on best power approach.
A reader critiques two kilowatt plant plans in Cairns noting estimates of £10000 per year rely on peak load assumptions. He argues line losses, hurricane failures, and low availability reduce output, making steam power cheaper overall and urging council caution before spending ratepayers' money.
In 1918 a minister faced questions over mining lease exemptions as sworn evidence before the court showed pressure from partisans and requests for variance. The case concerns Lode Hill Tin Mines and six months total exemption for seven leases and two water rights, with three months already granted and contested by objectors.
The Cairns event featured Miss Keogh winning the Ladies Tilt in the Ring and E Coomber's Tommy taking Hack. Pre. J Baker and Pre. J Weare attended with others, marking a cheerful quarter and better schooling prospects.
A representative of the Australian Workers' Union testifies about difficulty securing labor at award rates during a flood period. He explains threats of strike, scabs, and the company's need to obtain variance and exemption from award wages to operate at Lode Hill China Camp, noting inability to hire at prevailing rates and urging government action.
A short letter discusses the phrase the same day placed in brackets with a question mark about the Germans and a Paris church incident. The writer requests to hear confirmation from Mr Cassidy and speaks of a recent event and the recipient’s critical faculties.
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