Queensland electors to choose change in government
Queensland voters head to the polls to decide if the present government remains or if a change is needed. The central polling booth for the airs electorate is at the Girls State School with additional entrances at Abbott and Ann streets. Absentee and regular voting arrangements are outlined with polling hours and booth operations. Mr Hives is presented as a strong candidate, with supporters forecasting a favorable result if elected.
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Queensland
Arn
C. V. Hives
Hives
Nan
Airs
Fnirance
Abbott and
Anim
Rand Soto
Pam
Mr Simpson
Corral
VC Howes
Cairns
Has
Ward
Och
Bet Mer Pelk
Cairn Bs cd
Pollock
H. Lieek
G. W. Free
Cairns Election Voting Confusion Described
Fragmentary report from Cairns outlines voting confusion and candidate remarks. Statements discuss how electors should mark ballots for Mir and other candidates while addressing caucus positions and political tensions.
Taxation increases hit wage earners hardest in Parliament
J. T. Marn of John Street Cooktown argues that higher taxes flow into higher prices, making workers poorer. He contends wage earners bear the burden when Parliament raises taxes and warns of financial turmoil should taxes rise after the election.
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J. T. Marn
John Street
Cooktown
Queensland Election Forecast Sees Anti Labor Victory Talk
Brisbane dispatch notes Queensland electors will decide which party governs for three years with Labor holding 46 seats to Nationalists 26. Anti labor forces plan concerted action to overturn a likely Labor loss, while Labor backers remain confident the non labor vote will decide many seats. Analysts warn the premier and allies face a tough fight as rural producers and primary industry issues shape the outcome.
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Brisbane
Queensland
Levy Party
Eee
London, Oct and the Bolsheviks in British eyes
A fragmented clipping notes reactions in London to Bolshevik actions and British policy pivot. Mentions political figures and institutions, hints at international tension and public sentiment amid the October era events.
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London
The
Twenty Six Millions Soon Due If Labor Returns
London based Plainncist News notes that Queensland loans totaling twenty six millions are set to mature within five years. The piece argues Theo Gere's policy would reassure holders of the Demmerere bonds, but questions whether renewal would occur if Labour returns to power. Brisbane uncertain on future levy plans.
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London
Queensland
Theo Gere
Leon
Dore
Sircet
Brisbane
Arbitration Court in Brisbane Sets Wage and Pay Changes
Moroney pressed to finalise details on payroll reforms including overtime for drivers guards and train staff. Changes target overtime payments and a new scale for higher paid officials while maintaining existing rates for inspectors and maintenance. The board will implement the new wage and holiday terms from October 11, affecting all wages and conditions.
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Brisbane
Arbitration Court
Moroney
W. Furness
Carroll
Poland secures corridor to separate Lithuania from Russia
Under peace terms Poland gains a corridor severing Lithuania from Russia and establishes a direct railway link with Leitish, shaping regional borders and transport.
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London
Poland
Lithuania
Russia
Leitish
Prices row over kerosene price increase refusal
The Prices Commissioner reported that West Australia based Vacuum Co applied for 22/6 kerosene with a competing claim that a kerosene load would be carried from Port Chalmers on Sunday. Mr Theodore stated there is no warrant for an increase and it would not be sanctioned.
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Cece 208 Co
Westustralia
Vacuum Il Co
Port Chalmers
Theodore
Industrial hopes voiced by Newcastle works leader
Sydney reports that in October the General Manager of Broken Hill Proprietary Co Mr Delpratt spoke at the Million Club. He outlined plans for the Newcastle iron and steel works and accompanying steel article manufacturing plants and said attracting rich firms to these ventures would be easy. He predicted Newcastle would soon rival Sydney in shaping regional industrial futures.
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Sydney
Broken Hill Proprietary Co
Delpratt
Hencheon
Million Club
Broken Hill Co
Irom and Steel
Newcastle
Richems
Eder Charged With Death Sentence in Disappearance Case
An accused person denied guilt while a jury returned a verdict of death. The case details a disappearance and subsequent trial culminating in a severe punishment pronounced by the court.
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Eder
Ters
Was it Promised to Serbia and Roumania
The New York Times Washington correspondent notes strong interest in the clash between Senator Spencer and President Wilson. The Supreme Council report on the plenary session suggests Wilson promised Serbia and Roumania American aid if attacked in the future. Wilson challenged Spencer to produce the minutes, while Senator Reed questions the demographic reports.
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New York
Oct
New York Times
Washington
Spencer
Bresiden Wilson
Mth
Supreme Council
Wilson
Serbia
Roumania
Denul
Reed
Ireddent Wilson
Australian House Debates Tax, Rates and Bills Amid Turmoil
In Melbourne the House of Representatives adjourned after a heated session. Mr. Tedor accused the Senate of contravening the Constitution by altering entertainment and telegraph rates, while the Treasurer defended government scrutiny. Mr. McWilliams urged asserting supremacy over Senate amendments on postal rates, and discussions continued on the War Service Homes and Judiciary Bills with amendments and requests for postponement. The sugar industry noted mill closures near Ayr as inquiries indicated sugar supply could be arranged for applicants. The debate featured calls for full cost statistics and concerns over price impacts in coal and other sectors.
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House of Representatives
Tedor
Senate
Bamford
Ayr
Weu
Malacy Greene
Rodgers
Iheriment
Tudor
McWilliams
Ryan
Queensland
Groom
Pans
Crofts
Customs
Glatewmenta
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