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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 21, 1915
Page
4
Queensland lawmakers in Brisbane debated the Meatworks Bill and related workers legislation. Amendments sought delays and protections for employers and wartime powers, with votes narrowing government control and exposing compensation terms, penalties, and terms for operation during the war. The Sewerage Workers Award Bill progressed to report and a second reading.
Brisbane reports outline Mr Finley’s bill to reduce trustees fees and curb excessive charges tied to Commonwealth loans. Debates accuse the government of rising taxes, excessive spending, and failed promises to reduce living costs while championing wartime revenue and labor grievances.
The article depicts ministers pressuring but failing to appease workers amid a climate of agitation in Queensland. It notes ministers denying harsher worker treatment there, queries about savings deposits, and calls for broader conferences. The piece cites leanings toward wasted policy, intra-party strife, and looming extreme legislation as political turmoil grows.
Delegates from Cairns to North Queensland attended a government hosted sugar conference in Brisbane. They criticized the event for high costs and little progress on cane prices law, with ministers noting prior steps but offering no concrete measures.
In Brisbane October discussions criticise the Legislative Counters for challenging government actions. Mr Ham argues the chamber is an anomaly and a veto tool by a few upper-house members, undermining popular government and voter mandate.
October statement outlines a new supr tax targeting undeveloped city and urban land. The rate starts at 1d in the pound on capital value.
In Brisbane October a0 negotiations proceed between the Mines Department and proprietors for the purchase of Blackheath and Abermain Collieries as a going concern to establish a State coal mine in the Ipswich district. Payment likely by issue of fully paid shares. Blackheath mine is among the state's largest.
Report from Melbourne October races noting wet weather and good attendance at Sandown Park. Key results include Pretty Hobby and Pistolier in the Park Handicap with Kingsburgh, Atlansford, Oscillate among others. finish by neck with half length between second and third. Melbourne Cup favorite Ce’en Light scratched. Brisbane quotations list numerous horses and odds across the Melbourne Cup card.
Sam Langford secured a decision over Jim Jorgensen in a Denver bout on October 20. Langford dominated early offense and controlled the pace through ten rounds, earning the victory in a closely contested lightweight clash.
Fourteen members compete in a public safety event at the range amid strong wind. McAloon leads with 95 points, Catling follows with 1 1? points, and others like Horton, Holumby, Coflina, Johnauaric, and Meston reach century marks with handicaps. Next Sunday features a second trophy shoot over 700 and 1200 yard ranges.
Police Court actions show Emily Storey convicted for obstructing an inspector in Townsville with a 10 fine and £2/5/6 costs. Dairy case against Work College over adulterated milk resulted in a £4 fine and £3/5/0 costs. Shagwey and others faced similar penalties. Edith Fry Rams and Emily Menkins faced various costs resolutions in separate prosecutions.
Brisbane dispatch reports certainty over Mr Fisher’s acceptance of the High Commissionership after a Melbourne visit by Mr A Jones a Maryborough state leader. The move follows Mr Fisher’s retirement plans and aligns with his prospective post as a Queensland candidate for Wide Bay.
Brisbane reports a compulsory conference to be held Friday over the decision of Brisbane branches of Federated Masters and Mining Associations and the Leather Workers Union. The action aims to address industrial issues including free and working conditions. An October update notes further considerations on debt fishing and coroners’ inquiries in related matters.
The War Council in Brisbane met and decided to indicate recruiting on a subject, creating six committees to supervise warfare activities. A goods train from Yennina to Brisbane derailed near a down train, with minor damage reported and no serious injuries.
The report records land area selections in Oldensland and nearby regions. Values show 5 665 110 acres selected during nine months ending September and 6 619 159 acres for the entire year, with September totals at 601 753 acres compared to 87 000 acres the previous year.
Brisbane reports October 1 notes a weak maize market with imports from Queensland to South Africa and other destinations. Some shipments from Fava strained by a bad season affecting supply and prices.
Miss Jensie G Louden writes a letter noting a wholesome week in the Gardenelles and elsewhere. She mentions returning soldiers, Australians, and the home front sentiment with women supporting the government through practical efforts. The piece reflects wartime morale and civilian duty during the conflict.
The article discusses German officials claiming devotion to protecting architecture while enemies accuse German armies of destroying cultural landmarks for destruction's sake. It notes a tension between supposed respect for art and alleged war-time damage to churches and castles.
Wanted known new line of trimmed and untrimmed millinery gowns blouses underclothing dresses tunics bonnets infant clothing gloves hosiery and perfumes. Waleh’s Emporium on the street corner seeks agents with commissions. phone 6.
Bennets and Gibson defeat Ugee and Sturt 35 to ano. In handicap doubles Gorton and Woohey beat Naged and Looted St 13. Overland beats Bulcock 11 323 in Sunday play. Prolific results include multiple matches among Bennett Anderson Feenan Institute Donaldson Mellick Nodgeen Sanders Sturt Micon test Skeen Scott and Northage with various scores.
Femeick and co report total wool offerings of 40 008 bales. Market opened with declines from prior by five percent on crossbreds and medium wools off around 16 percent, while fine wools were irregular and neglected. Crow-bred wool showed a 10 percent premium. Yesterday’s sales credited Norris, Stanmere, Macalister, McGill, Hayfields, Dalby, Oden, Warwick, Kyte, Summerhill, Clifton, Mara, Millbrook, Murphy and others with varied prices.
Brisbane reports a dull cattle market with seven thousand head penned and about 400 cattle offered above demand. Prices ran 3s lower, with good stock in places at 0/ per 100m and notable lots including 54 bullocks at £12 9s 10d and 19 bullocks at £10 17s 8d, totaling 310 head sold.
Fenwick and Co reports mixed cattle and sheep trade in Brisbane. Sheep yarded seven thousand penneds with prices softened. 2100 sold. Cattle yarded 308 head, market over, best beef to 0 per logit. calves lower.
Fragmentary Sporting section reads like an ad for race events and services. Cairss Sporting Saloon, Limnett, Holland, Bairdressens, and Turf Commission Agents appear with mentions of Caulfield Cup and Melbourne Cup. The text also references a hairdresser, tobacconist, and a Hobart delivery, all under chaotic, period-voice scraps.
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