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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 16, 1920
Page
6
Brisbane reports show Tolmie regaining the Toowoomba seat with a lead over Conroy as results trickle in. Early tallies indicate shifts among other candidates, including Brennan and minority vote discussions led by Garbutt, with broader implications for National and nomadic workers in the state.
A fragmentary letter discusses political information vs. factual reporting, criticizing public discourse and highlighting a minister for justice. It mentions a published voucher, a missing departmental note, and concerns over spending and accountability. The writer urges electors to remember the minister’s role and disputes, urging focus on facts over extravagance.
Mr Asquith told Liberal Federation in Ayr that accusations of civilised society double standards are unjust. He condemned crime, reprisals and anarchy, calling the policy despairing and harmful to the country. Lloyd George’s role drew criticism amid Ireland’s critical moment and party politics. Sw E Carson warned of two parties over constitutional fate.
In Melbourne the House of Representatives debated the budget with Mr Makin provoking Mr Hughes by citing a newspaper claim about the Geneva conference. Arguments touched on sugar imports, wartime debt pooling, and conscription. The motion failed 24 to 22 as adjournment followed.
Mr Ralston general manager of the Queensland National Bank died at his Brisbane residence after a short illness. Born in August 1846 in Melbourne he moved to Queensland as a young man and held cattle station management before joining the bank as a teller in 1874. He rose to head office duties and became general manager in 1896 guiding bank reconstruction and development. The Commonwealth government later honored his service proposing him as the first governor.
Mr Hughes tonight stated there was no word that the Geneva conference had been abandoned and he discredited the suggestion. He said the conference may have adjourned briefly but there could be no question of abandonment. The idea that Senator Millen might be recalled was dismissed as unrelated to Geneva and he had other duties.
New York Times Havana desk reports warnings on Cuba’s financial fix. Firms rush to pay staff amid payroll fears if moratorium lasts fifty days. Industry faces mass repudiations of rice contracts and erratic rationing in flour and other commodities.
In Prisbane on Oct 13 the Unemployed Committee failed to see the Premier. Mr Codore agreed to meet all members except Chairman Mr Donovan who was not regarded as genuinely unemployed. The remaining members left the building after the planned presentation did not proceed.
The Sydney Chamber of Commerce reports a cable from the Postmaster General in London stating the P. & O. line has promised a fort nightly service starting in January. The note reflects ongoing concerns over shipping irregularities and plans to improve transmission.
The under or for Mr Graham announced today that he had resigned as Vader Scorgery an officer of the Public Service from November 1 1920 Mr Graham gave an interesting statement detailing the ramifications of his office and added his reason for resigning was he considered the salary for the position inadequate
A Friday rally at the Monument featured Southern prohibition advocate W J Ferguson arguing for continuance amid interruptions. Ferguson claimed drink fuels evil while critics pressed labor and religious themes. the event closed with brief remarks and thanks to organizers.
In Brisbane on October 4, a discussion notes that Canadian labor is singled out for its superiority and readiness. Mr Kadhat of the Brisbane News Company, with counsel from the Canadian press, remarks on the serious tone and the artisans’ keen, alert pride in their craft.
Fragmentary text notes a coat of paint and an arrival described as taking place. Readable parts mention Gerariu uod and vague actions, but key facts and context are missing.
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