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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 10, 1931

Page

4

Letter to the editor on unemployment tax and farming woes

Reader John Mann from Edmonton criticizes unemployment tax as it impacts maize growers and farmers. He argues farmers face high costs, empty houses, and loss of settlement land while politicians pursue taxation and welfare options. Mann questions socialisation as a remedy, noting only the wealthy gain from current schemes. He closes with concern over policies and fiscal priorities.

Cairns Post O'Keefe Jack Posey Vesey Loriing Cathy Nore Percy May Oll Murten John Mann Edmonton

Mixed Entries Mark Local Board And Land Court Session

Secretary reports multiple entries across sections for a fair including misnunn accepting stewardships in art and horse sections. Land Court sat at Norris's Picture Theatre with 28 cases listed, six farms and twenty-two town allotments, decisions reserved amid valuations and appeals.

Norris Picture Theatre P. W. Shannon Mc. C. Martin Crown J. P. Markwell W. Brook W. R. Mann C. J- Lee W. C. Somer Ser Jeaser W. M. Dumble Lescor Ranger Lecsor Prank Wakely W. T. Maddock G. R.S. Heath Bank of New South Wales N. Whitham E. E. Campbell Cyril Wilson Tobin and Wakely A. Bank T. E. Arthur E. L. West G. R. S. Heath M. B. Wright Rereal Bros Jessee Nger T. W. Hankcy Jesse Somer Martin Shannon H. S. Williams Ltd Ranger Sotherston

Mr Shannon Praises Tableland In Eulogy At Land Court

Before the Land Court, Mr Shannon extols the Tableland’s climate and natural beauty. He notes its potential, recalls Maguire’s description of it as a rich volcanic belt, and thanks local officials for assistance during his inspection from Tenisfail to Millan.

Shannon Queensland Maguire Millan Millan Tuisfail Tenisfail Pay Johnstone Parmer RE Letting Eacham Pat Callaghan Jarveyor Campbell North Surensland Development Commisom

Loans and schemes approved by Bank Board in Australia

The Bank Board approved loans for several schemes in Australia including the Clarence River Country Council electrical project, the Queensland Meat Industry Board, Warnambool Sewerage Authority, and the Newcastle District Abattoir Boat. Funds will boost employment and export capacity, with most money spent locally to support sanitation, labor, and revenue.

Canberra House of Representatives Che. J. Scullin Robert Gibson Bank Board Clarance River Australis Queensland Meat Industry Board Warnambool Newcastle Puhlic Peesem Ince Beem

Topaz C W A October Meeting At Mrs Shipman Residence

The Topaz C W A held its October gathering at Mrs Shipman's residence with Pres Turner and officers Turner, Shipman, Maddox, Otte, Johnston, and McCall in attendance. Birthday tribute to Mrs Fairfax discussed, £2 donated for Recreation Ground clearing, school insurance and improvements approved, Aladdin lamp to be purchased for the new school, two special meetings set for October 15 to finalize Ambulance Dance preparations, afternoon tea served.

Shipman Topaz C.W.A Meadames Turner Tressurer Maddox Otte Johnston McCall Turner Fairfax

Martens Objects to Unfair Duty Restrictions in Parliament

In the House of Representatives Mr. Martens warns that high import duties on machinery hinder Cairns and Thursday Island public projects. He notes lack of tenders suggests Australian manufacturing cannot supply complete plants, argues duties are used for revenue, and urges transparency and protection for Australian industry without harming public bodies.

House of Representatives Martens Herbert Cairns Thursday Island Australia Commonwealth Cnn Ate

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