Questions About the John Douglas State Steamer
Local readers press for purpose and control details of the John Douglas a state steamer. Questions focus on crew numbers salaries and who administers Harbor and Rivers Department matters amid conflicting signals from Harbor Master and Captain Brewster regarding emergency use and authority.
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John Douglas
Labor
John Duglas
Harter Moster
Cart Brewster
Sini Pilattiote
Rivers Department
Grenier
John Doughe
Douglas
Ree
Kerr
Forrester
Peefenues
Rafewses
Marie Ane Marcers
Joh Dangler
Caceus
Alee
Brewster
Aiorstien Oy
Sam
Russia Stringent Demands Rise in Polish Talks
The report cites Russia pressing Poland with demand growth and strategic moves near Grodno. It mentions military tensions, unrest, and clashes across the western front as Communists face casualties while negotiations continue amid food shortages and supply anxieties.
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London
Lincolnshire
Crete
Slovakia
Socom
Joffe
Russia
Cenes
Amd
Grodno
Poland
Ithymia
Brust
Moscow
British subject wins California oil concession via Mexico City decree
Alfred Nackenaie, a British subject, was granted a four year concession to exploit oil lands in California between Santa … The announcement appeared in Mexico City on October 3.
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Mexico City
Werally
Alfred Nackenaie
California
Santa
Queensland Taxation and Debt Figures Questioned
A letter to the editor scrutinizes Queensland finances noting tax revenue rising to over three million pounds, direct state taxation growing sharply, and public debt surpassing most states except Western Australia. The writer cites a sinking fund shortfall and unforeseen annual expenditure exceeding one million pounds, urging replies and broader inquiry.
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Queensland
Vistora
Hoes
Kamma
Mind Your Pockets and The Cairns Vote Explored
A fragmented report discusses political promises in Cairns and Warwick. It notes rhetoric on pockets and funding, citing Minister for Education and other officials who claim government revenue from big business should be redirected or revised.
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Theodore
Cairns
Warwick
Tocal
For Ft
Hurham
Fle Cation
Cerna
Preren Bay
Which is Right The Worker’s Views on Prosperity and Capital
The Worker prints contrasting articles on Queensland prosperity and capital abundance arguing capital is unnecessary. It also publishes a biting critique of London moneylenders, praising Bill for offering diverse viewpoints across issues.
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Queesland
London
Garety
Hives Campaign Schedule Across Cairns Area
The campaign outlines meetings with Cairns and Jordonvale committees this week. Events include Cairn Committee gatherings Monday and Tuesday, Gacdunvale School of Arts Wednesday, and Cairns elector address on Hiber Thursday, with Cairns Committee sessions on Friday led by H L Weeks and G W Free.
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Connie
Towsie
Cairn
Cairne
Jordonvale
Gacdunvale School of Arts
Cairns
H. L Weeks
McCarthy for Eacham in Coolgarra District Meeting
On Friday night more than eight electors gathered at Ravenehow to hear the father's candidate Mr McCarthy. Hilton presided and praised the candidate's remarks noting the Labor Party critique struck home. A vote of confidence was carried, signaling likely success for McCarthy in the Eachass electorate though visits to smaller centres were limited.
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Ravenehow
McCarthy
Cr Hilton
Labor Party
Eachass
Coolgarra
J. McMahon
Athesiom
Chinese government signals on Russian rights and aid
The Chinese government informs the American minister there is no present intention to cancel Russian rights before the presidential mandate ordering the closing of legations and consulates. It states Russian officials will be suspended and China remains friendly to the Russian people. United States officials note China is dealing with the Allies in good faith.
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Washington
Chia
Howevei
Ing
China
United States
Prince Arrives in Bermuda to Welcoming Reception
The Prince arrived at Bernas on October 3 aboard the USS Kansas with Rear Admiral Hughes. Bermudians greeted him with an enthusiastic reception and triumphal arches adorned by Bermudian girls. The Renows sale for Plymouth tonight.
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Bermuda
Bernas
Brisbane Seeks Solution On Waterside Battles
Acting Premier Huxham met shipping and wool brokers groups after protests over port trade. Watersiders warn of special cargo disputes and flag a new reference board to handle such cargoes. Talks paused with needlepoint issues and potential extra payments flagged amid ongoing industrial tension.
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Brisbane
Huxham
Woo
Melbourne
Ppg ‘Association
Watersiders’ Federation Shen
Sioakom
Harvest of Crime in Ireland Sparks Reprisals
London reports a wave of violence in Ireland with Bray’s murder at Tubbercurry, shops and creameries burned, a tramway hold up near Huncrana, and attacks on police. The article notes Sinn Fein activity, murders of inspectors, and proposed government measures to halt reprisals, including patrols around barracks and stronger security.
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London
Bray
Tubbercurry
Huncrana
Grifiths
Daily News
Ireland
Sinn Fein
Lyoch
Lindrows
Mazintrate Jm Clare
Rai
Kilmurry
Sinn Fetners
Tubberrurrs
Shige
County Cl
Lindrusi
Menboring
Sinn Beers
Sir Macready
Cabet
Ureensd
N. Macready
Tudor
Viettuy
Nien
Miners suspend strike notices amid ballot delay in dispute
London reports miners suspend strike notices for a week as a second ballot is arranged. The miners conference forms a small negotiating committee while Board of Trade involvement continues. Voting shows strong support for delaying action pending outcome of the ballot and government discussions.
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London
Ats
Board of Trade
Easie
Lloyd
Pye Hodges
Clwyd George
Avi
Terence
Sinister Report in New York Crew Converting Power Cars
A terse New York dispatch describes a factory scene where certain power cars are secretly converted for a dangerous purpose. The report notes anxious workers and guarded equipment, with officials promising investigation.
Ravensloe races at 15th meet purse details
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Ween
Ravensloe
Met ‘Symaliery
Urads
Ranwell
Voie A Dee
Jerry Ion Usleaba
Zaye
Dece Hendall
Warataer
Topside
Thantar
Operate
Atherton Race Day Recap Despite Delays and Dashes
At Atherton racing meeting officials faced wet delays and scattered crowds yet staged several events. Operate won the feature with Ranaway close behind as Valeabating placed second amid protests over Vulrata disqualification. multiple handicaps produced tight finishes and spirited competition among horses, riders, and spectators.
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Atherton
W. Berwicl
Vulrata
Frotei
Ermaning
Daves
Kestry
Moream
Sanderve
Crowley
Whyine
Electric Fire
Bandaley
Agate
Tonave
Evens Sanderve
Fleetrie Fire
Amy Overate
Wallace
Me Blakey Ranaway
Terry
Plomehe
Beran
Toon
Jerry
Vulesha
Fere
A'eood
Ket Yun
Charlie
Sondereg Cerstas
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Sal
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Reg Nora
Tattersall's Club
Tattersalls
Abbott Street
Epsom
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Mettonne
Cape
P.O
O Ming
Ravershor
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Morgan
Barawsy
Brideshry
Tavis
Warnimer
Katty Ted
Womake
Bace
Wie
Leogtha
Roma
Cacia
Boland’s Ltd
Yo Zin
Fim
WWE
Bo Fon Matthieson
Diesen
Echipae
Cheney
Wrexch Eabone
Biry
Rike
Carpenters
Rabone
Benet
Eekowidered
Aix
Emporium
Nate
W. A. Collins, Chemist
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