Mines minister reverses on union safety inspection policy
Brisbane editorial reports the Mines Minister Riordan reversing a prior decision allowing a top Miners Union safety officer to inspect a mine. Riordan said union wishes could trigger an inspection by Barrett of New South Wales Northern Division, signaling confidence issues in Queensland check inspectors. The Premier V C Gair was consulted before the reversal.
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Brisbane
Jack
Minster For Mines
Riordan
V. C. Gair
Inspection orders spark miner safety tensions
A fragmented report alleges officials ordered inspections and threatened action if precautions were not followed at Coliery. It notes chiefs and union leaders discussing inspection timing and potential mine closures. Statements from Mr Henderson, Mr Riordan, and Mr Flatt are mentioned amid claims of planned inquiry activity. Four mines reportedly continued operations as inquiries proceeded.
Mine work stoppages hit several Queensland fields
In West Moreton and Darling Downs areas workers walk out amid disputes over pay. Mines at New Ebbw Vale Rosewood and Sugar, Soal in Darling Downs stopped with 14 men idle. Boxflat and Brendale districts saw stoppages as managers resisted incentive pay. Total output losses estimated around 1170 tons with potential further impacts near Towneville and Collinsville.
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Darling Downs
Ebbw Vale
Neslle
Rosewood
West Moreton
Tre
Moreton
West
Caymrd Soppeges
Boxflat
Bmillefield
Lears
Collins
P Ville
Fragmentary note signals educational meeting plans
A jagged OCR fragment hints at arranging a session on educational needs and social requirements, mentioning preliminary actions and a meeting aim. The readable portion implies an organized discussion to address specialized needs within a group or institution.
Coastal road project between Cooktown and Cairns advances
Dr N Morgen cites three years of council effort on the coastal road between Cooktown and Cairns funded by a Federal Aids Grant. The report notes ongoing development and forecasting for the route alongside local growth and educational aims, with references to regional impacts and infrastructure planning.
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Cornell
N. Morgen
Petrov Ill in Sydney Amid Commission Hearings
Former Russian spy chief Vladimir Petrov is reported seriously ill with pneumonia in Sydney. The Royal Commission secretary announced Petrov’s condition during hearings, with proceedings resuming Monday at 10 am and continuing at Melbourne later this year.
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Sydney
Auatrelia
Vladimir Petrov
Bediney
Fiawever
Fe Herdet
Petrow
Petey
Willy Hear
Aeanion
Melbourne Eartiar
School Prize Winners and Staff Notes from Form IA
The document lists prize winners and faculty names including Alec, Mar Powell, William Thomas, and Helen Ling. It notes presenting duties by a deputy labour form and mentions science, manual training, and art prizes. Names, roles, and the event context appear for a school setting with prize distributions and classroom subjects.
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Breedabere
Jcistriete Porm VT
Alec Mee
Waikion
Welkinn
Mar Powell Suis
William Thomas
Comical Cotege
Prise- Wiliam
Crise
Thoma Phyneae
Mary
Helen Ling
British cabinet strike plan amid tense industrial danger
Fragments indicate a British cabinet debate over a two week general strike impact and potential national crisis. Notes reference emergency measures and the effect on industry while acknowledging gravity of the threat to Britain’s industrial activity.
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Fen
Hed
Aiden
Semine
Bertaim
Indust
Leader Weed Badge Course Receipt
Fragmentary text shows a leader named Sires receiving a weed badge course rite or certificate. The readable portion suggests a ceremonial or educational event with a focus on policy or status within a group. Further specifics are not clearly legible.
Complications In Land Compensation Case Review
A Cairns state public health official reports on a compensation case involving land resumption. The proceedings reference costs, analyst fees, and court actions. The analysis notes sulfur dioxide levels and soil standards, with remarks on cultivation and regulatory compliance affecting the case outcome.
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Gamiarergss Ama Waume Mens Fach
Cairns
BM. Keeffe
HS. Williams
Brisbane
Mulgrave
Susager
Ahey
Feereauos
Peervedee
Mir
Fe Lincs
Ebon
Gyms Lane
Adalysa
Mekimaon
Pes
J. G
Statham's Fine Debut In Narrow Cricket Loss
West Australia's debutant Statham bowled sharply and took six wickets as he impressed in a damp pitch debut. Captain Keith Carmody stood out with 25 runs before retiring hurt after a blow to the left temple. Australia finished with 103 for nine in reply to a big score, amid tense stumps at MCC.
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Susi Gates
MCC
Iran
Utham
Severn Sharp
Murtace
West Australia
Keith Carmody
Burt
Hall
Staten
Carmody
Letter to President Caulfield on the Cup and port issues
A letter to the president of the ACTH discusses the commercial and labor strains in the wharf and stevedoring sectors. It blames low working effort and unjustified shipping delays for high freight rates, noting substantial man-days lost. The writer urges action on the Caulfield Cup and related policy steps, signaling tension over government intentions and remedies.
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Australie
Minister for Labour appeals on waterfront policy in Canberra
Canberra October 14 The Minister for Labour and National Service Mr H E Holt said no action would be taken on waterfront problems until the government clarifies its intentions for the industry He indicated he would inform the Australian Council of Trade Unions A C T U of the position if needed
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Canberra
Minieter For
Labour and National Service
H. E. Halt
Teany Spgendal
Holt
A.C.T.U
Incomplete OCR: War Reporting From Coastal Police Report
Fragmentary text describes police statements about a sailor aged and a trawler seizure. Mentions the Adlevic vessel and unclear events at sea. Readers are left with an unfinished report and unverified details.
Prawn Industry Banter and Far North Travel Plans
Fragmented notes discuss Fish Board decisions and upcoming meeting. Mentions travel to Innisfail and the possibility of a trip abroad. References produtores and costs, with uncertain plans for the next season.
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Betsteene
Tor
Mr. Coulee
Conan Populeee
Bilets
Buedeberg
Irving
Bon
Alaut
Cairns
Innisfail
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Pete
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Winton Adi
Gion Ra
Flatt
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Rene Stitt
Bloomfield
Petrov
Uniors
Bethroxe
DR. Evatt
Suger
Cairne
Caisae
Teoor
K.sl
Mae ST BT Sal
Statham
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Caulfield Cup
Bace Eve Dicunek
Andass
Cor Wyderearth
Ariven
Melbourne
Coren
Ribera
Railway's Union Official
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Temier Ip
Ranch Council
Rost
Algust
Labour
ASW
Senna
Adlevic
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