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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 10, 1925
Page
8
Dr L W Nott the Government candidate for Herbert spoke at Hibernian Hall to a packed audience, praising Bruce Government sugar policy and warning that Labor would oppose the sugar industry. He discussed imperial preference, wages, and defence, with strong support from the audience.
A seaplane carrier was built in Sydney at a cost of £00041 with tenders from Australian firms and England. The report notes debates on immigration quotas and British seamen conditions, urging a direct approach to deportation, wage scales, and shipping policy amid political tension and a Queensland railway strike. Further details promised.
Fragmented report cites Australian political tension as critics warn of attempts to subvert democratic government. The prime minister, as representative of the people, faces pressure amid episodes described as threatening national stability.
A telegram from Tasmania notes the proposed bounty for paper pulp by the Commonwealth Government was found defective. Prime Minister Bruce says exhaustive review shows the bounty would not be justified given northwest Tasmania's facilities. Abe Myller reports sending a telegram and meeting Amalgamated directors who will not submit more facts before December deadline.
Donaldson is reappointed by the executive council to a three year term as Commissioner for Railways. The formal appointment follows a noted successful tenure with Crile Slalom district and Det ment as background.
In Wellington fifty seamen gathered near the police station and said they were ready to resume work. They were driven to their ships by car and more are expected to rejoin in the next day or two. It is likely ten men from the steamer Arawa, then in gaol, will be released to work their ships. Authorities deem the strike activity largely finished in New Zealand.
Sydney reports Craziers Association meetings across the state consider the shipping strike effects on primary produce. Members decide to provide assistance for transport and services needed to market and ship primary products.
London reports Mr. Havelock Wilson claims 3,000 members cut from Sailors and Firemen’s Union after Montreal Quebec and New York actions. He says only 6,000 left in COGOU, warns amalgamation with Marine Workers’ Union occurred three years ago. He alleges forged funds and says Shinwell pushes free membership to drum up future subscriptions for the Marine Workers’ men and the new APA.
At the Cape Lapetown and surrounding ships announce departures with England to follow on October 12 and 16. A magistrate jailed a Ballarat owner’s agent for four weeks as strikers on board await appeal. The Supreme Court bears on interdiction of 16 crew deportations amid bailouts and government fee debates.
In London a discussion surfaces over diverting Australian shipments to foreign steamers due to protests about crew wages. British seamen, paid under £5 a month, draw attention as the Moreton Bay sails with a large cargo, noted as the largest to date.
A furnace explosion aboard the liner Roman Star killed one fireman and wounded two others. A shipboard wireless sent to the owners called the blast unaccountable, with a presumed detonator in the coal. The vessel, en route to Brest, had recently left South Africa and arrived for repairs.
In Townsville the Somerset and Paparoa face refrigeration failure as fuel runs low and waterside workers halt replenishment. Crews have deserted ships and resourced relief is limited. two restaurants will feed 110 affected men while producers bear losses and unions report partial subsidy.
Audrey Jacob Werth, a pretty young art student, stands trial for the wilful murder of Cyril Didley a young engineer at the Government House ballroom on August 27. The defense argues accidental shooting while the accused sought solace after public snubbing and a failed suicide plan.
The opening of the annual National Wiien, Car yative and Unionists' Association conference in Brighten saw a storm as delegates urged the Government to act on unemployment. The motion blaming the Government for inaction was defeated, with three dissents, amid calls for better conditions and industry safeguards. General Croft then defended the Government against hostile press criticism of PM Baldwin.
The passage notes fuel to power refrigerators and a taxi in the vicinity of £165,000, highlighting concerns of those handling this produce.
A heated Trades Hall meeting in Melbourne erupted over a Communist Party propaganda leaflet. Officials and Labour Party members accused leftists of coordinating militant workers against the British Seamen and Labour leadership while the Strike Committee debated tactics and demanded withdrawal of the leaflet author Shelley from the committee.
Seamen assess actions as workers stay away from the docks causing ships to remain idle. Torakana is fully manned while Nene and other vessels face reduced crews. Authorities consider freeing labor to staff ships if the stoppage continues and cargo handling slows amid cold storage work.
The Town Clerk notes official arrangements for the visit of His Excellency the Governor Sir Matthew Nathan to Cairns on the 4th instant. A programme lists receptions at the railway station and various Cairns institutions, with planned addresses and civic duties by local officials and community leaders.
At Ingham Sir Matthewathan arrived from Townsville this morning after a public reception at the Shire Hall. He outlined Herbert River district progress and near industries, expressing hope over production tensions would not hinder the area’s growth. In the afternoon he visited the Distriet School and Roman Catholic Convent and was welcomed by Father Hray. He then planned to visit Cardwell that night.
The annual report of the Commissioner of Public Health shows Queensland recording a low death rate and improved birth rates over recent years. Provisional data indicate fewer infectious disease cases, more cures, and rising public health actions with certificates issued to residents.
The Deportation Board heard testimony about naval messes and duty failures aboard the steamer Port Maenaric, with fishermen and seamen facing accusations of lax discipline. The hearing adjourned with a decision pending, while strikes and political tensions influenced the sessions and wage debates.
Five or more passengers sustained injuries when a plane crash occurred near Melbourne as the aircraft attempted to pull up after losing altitude. The pilot Lieutenant Swearbarnve escaped with slight injuries and the wrecked machine lay amid debris while the escorting ship continued toward Methourre.
Haagensen, a naturalised Dane arriving from Charleville, shot and wounded Mr. Tont at his home on the Tourist Road near Picnic Point. A bystander McPhail was wounded and Hammersaw was killed in the incident.
A disrupted British political week centers on Home Secretary Hicks ordering warrants for communist suspects to be withheld and then rescinded. Reports say arrests and deportation warrants were prepared, sparking resignations and Cabinet infighting led by Baldwin. The incident follows Derby’s Liverpool speech and raises questions over Crown policy and public prosecutions.
Governor General in Melbourne notes strong loyalty to the King and praises Australia as a major source of good. He envisions wireless planes enabling early global communication and highlights Australia’s defense strengths and exceptional resources for use during the stay of the King’s representative.
London veteran L Shepherd acting director of migration told the British Brotherhood that migration to Australia remained essential to the country’s future as many adults chose welfare over risky settlement. He cited recent experiences in the south west of England with limited success.
An old style advertisement touts a long established drugstore offering exacting prescription standards and fast service around the clock. It highlights drugs perfumery and unique presentation articles and advertises mail or rail shipping to any destination.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention Phone 169 and a phrase about 1 cent faster bears, followed by P.O. Sox 108. The readable text provides no clear event, person, or organization to anchor a full news item.
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