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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 24, 1919

Page

5

Wharves labour dispute sparks senate debate in Melbourne

In Melbourne on October 23 the federal parliament heard Senator Gardiner of the Department of the War discuss tensions on the wharves. He noted reluctance by workers to accept the original agreement, while unionists pressed for clarity and resisted coercive measures. The debate touched on government mediation, arbitration, and the stance of Loyalists amid growing unrest.

Nelbourne Senate Gardiner Attihia Graseeshap Lynch Rights Senate Verhoen Omoniets Amers Dougall Toverm Wally Cothebrawn Hatsell de Tops

House debates and bills in Melbourne Parliament

The Melbourne House of Representatives discussed several measures including the War Service Homes Bill and a Loans Securities Bill under the War Precautions Act. Amendments were debated, motions gagged, and the session adjourned with plans for further action and a planned arrival of armed forces.

Melbourne Bruce War Service Homes Carts Tutor Finlayson Yates Fenton Chen Brennan Darwin Msrcene Higps Fehdiery Homestead Huger Catts Watt Moati

Local Meeting Discusses Nationalist Campaign Plans

A Thursday evening gathering at the Hibtn Hall drew a good turnout as Nationalist supporters and members discussed the end of the Federal election. Topics included committee formation, fundraising, and recruiting workers to advance the campaign.

Northern National Political Union Hibtn Gordonite Haentehedom Preston Stanley

Indignant Witness Resents Questions at Wheat Commission Hearing

In Sydney the Wheat Commission heard further evidence as Alfred DL Conroy, recalled, was examined about withdrawals from his account in December. Becket questioned several cheques including one for 1000 and another for 700, with Conroy protesting that the matter concerns him and asserting no money was given to Mr Graham. Justice Pring ordered him to answer or be removed after a heated exchange.

Sydney Wheat Commission Alfred DL Conroy Mrtt Becket Finoo de Pour Justice Pring Watt Graham Pring

Queensland Parliament debates Popular Initiative Bill hours

In Brisbane the second reading of the Popular Initiative and Referendum Bill continued with Mr Fowles accusing the government of failing to curb liquor sales hours. Debate adjourned amid interruptions from Messrs Hannity and Serving. The session also touched the Constitution Act Amendment salaries, Seaforth Estate, Succession Act, Declaratory Bill, and Government Savings Bank amendments. House adjourned until Tuesday.

Brisbane Fowles Anen G Siqnor Weeensland Messrs Uther Hill Seaforth Igos Queensland Government Savings Bank

Legislative Assembly debates mining tenements and profiteering bill

In Brisbane the Assembly discussed Paul Freeman and Cloncurry mining tenements tied to labor conditions, noting Crown Lands status after shareholders abandoned interests. The Minister for Justice considered rewards for cane-field arson evidence, Agriculture tabled a Main Roads Bill, and a second reading of the Profiteering Prevention Bill faced opposition over production impact, with adjournment at 7.15 pm.

Brisbane Pollock Miniter Mines Department Mau Freemans Germany Theodore Paul Freeman Cloncurry Hhis Swayne Mullan

Ter Gummer Days Offer on Summer Dress Goods

This week end Neary offers lines in summer dress goods at reduced prices. Limited quantities include 45 inch r ails and 26 inch voile bouncings with special today prices. Older price references and unclear wording appear in the scan, but the emphasis is on discounted fabrics and a note about a domestic anecdote ending with a whisky brand.

Erie

Industrial Affairs. Coal dispute unresolved at Labor talks

Washington October reports say bituminous coal operators and miners did not settle differences after a conference with the Secretary of Labor. Government may run the mines if events lead to a strike on November 1. Industrial conference rejects arbitration or collective bargaining, aiming to avoid a collapse but warning groups not to withdraw. Voting at the international labor conference will be limited to League of Nations annex countries.

Washington, Octaa Itie Moder Wilson

Baltic Coast War Dispatch from Riga and Petrograd

Dispatches report Admiral Cowan assigning relief efforts to Petrograd as the city nears fall. Youdenich appeals to the US Minister in Stockholm for American aid amid intensifying shelling and a looming bombardment. German guns and British naval actions around Riga and Petrograd intensify the fighting as German attempts to break through near Friedrichstadt fail. An ultimatum from Ormondaire aerontines threatens bombardment if defense of the town collapses.

Riga Ort Cowan Petrograd Youdenitch United States Stockholm Friedrichstadt Krasnayagorka Ormond Mydoreht

Paris Supreme Command notes German armistice evasion

The Paris Supreme Commander issues a note highlighting German attempts to evade armistice terms. It demands the surrender of five German merchant ships totaling a tonnage Germany admits transferred to Holland. The transfer was invalid, known by Germany and Holland, and the ships never sailed to avoid capture.

Paris Germany Holland

Mining Disaster Fears Forty Men Dead in Levant Mine

London reports a mining disaster at Levant mine near Peneance with fears that forty miners were killed and many injured when the winding engine collapsed.

London Levant Peneance

Golfer's Quip Sparks Mild Irritation on Green

A humorous remark about a man without a braid making a better collector than the adorned counterpart unsettles a golfer. The jab, likely light banter, may irk a skilled player but amuses a less proficient one who carries a flask for company during play.

Federal Shipbuilding Tribunal Rehiring Sailors Stems

The Federal Shipbuilding Tribunal rules that discharged Communist ironworkers at Cockatoo Dockyard must be reinstated. Government argues policy favors returning soldiers and vacancies should go to returned men. two men hired under mistaken ex sailor status were discharged to replace them.

Sydney Federal Shipbuilding Tribunal Cockatom

Yudeniteh Holds Fast Around Pulkevo in Neva Clash

Helsingfors dispatch reports General Yudeniteh at Dearskoe Selo directing troops around Pulkevo as Bolshevik resistance grows. Bolsheviks claim abandonment of Kiedi Van der Croitz. German and Bermondt forces include marginal Crer man subjects. Proposals to make Baltic provinces English colonies spark fears of Russo English war.

Helsingfors Yudeniteh Dearskoe Selo Pulkevo Kiedi van der Croitz Bale Bermondt Balne Russia Russa Baltic Pulte

Writ Issued Against Geelong Advertiser

A writ issued in the Supreme Court on behalf of Alfred Ouanne former member of the House of Representatives against the Geelong Advertiser proprietors. The action, filed in April and May, alleges references to Ouanne’s ATF career were published in the newspaper.

Melbourne Supreme Court Alfred Ouanne Corn House of Representatives Geelong Advertiser Torr Ouanne ATF

Senate plan to withdraw from League in two years

Senator Jones proposed amendments to ratification requiring U S withdrawal from the League within two years unless Shantune sovereignty is restored, Buntain settles the Trish question to the Irish people, Eros gains complete independence, and all League members abolish conscription.

Washington Jones Senate United States League Chima Buntain Eros

Grave danger over Shantung resolution by American groups

On October 27 in Shanghat the American Chamber of Commerce and the American Association County passed a resolution warning of grave danger to American interests if Japan retains Shantung.

Club to Hold Monthly Races and Special Train

The club announces regular monthly race events with a special train leaving Cairne at 2 tomorrow to support the day’s activities. Acceptances are good and the event aims for strong entries and favorable racing conditions. The club plans ongoing celebrations and social gatherings surrounding the races.

Cairne Welock Dare Warvhers Dlub

Townsville Turf Chu Spring Meeting Seeks Owners

Horseowners are reminded that nominations for the Spring Meeting to be held on Saturday, November 4. Nominations should be sent to the secretary at the club office by 4 oclock this afternoon.

Rose Tairnslockew Chub Mresrs Never & Bladen

Scratchings and Changes in Melbourne Racing Circuits

Scratchings from Melbourne tracks list Methomrne Cap Shapely as scratched along with St Kitts and others in the VRC Derby and Cantata Stakes. Shapely Cantata Stake Amjyhow St Karte Corrwa among entries affected by changes.

Melbourne Othe Methomrne St Kitts Anyhow

Racehorse Bell and jockeys escape crash at Roseberry Park

At Roseberry Park Penny meeting chaos erupted when Second Lewis and Field Bell collided after the finish. Field Bell rider Rice fell and was knocked down Amy Leon Tressaline and Lyse Ad. Sir Paul Bell had to be shot and Tysonic may never race again.

Sydney Roseberry Park Lewis Hamdocan Field Bell Rice Amy Leon Tressaline Lyse Anpils Poel Bell

Bowling Club Notes and Trophy Record Ideas

The article discusses the Bowls club's annual report from Cairns with praise for members and officers, proposes a permanent trophy record or board, and notes the forthcoming Handicap Smales for the Kelly trophy. It lists players like Bennetty Leary Cassidy and Heare, Lowrie, and mentions Mr Steen’s rapid recovery.

Pont All Tia

Cairns Aquatic Club Executive Meeting Discusses Daisy and Sylvania Race

The Cairns Aquatic Club executive met in the Club's Room to review last Sunday's race. Daisy may claim the trophy or be disabled, while Sylvania, the only boat to finish, faces frustration. The committee proposed moving the north east course to avoid being toled, with potential use as the North Queensland Championship course if successful.

A. Dean Daisy Sylvania Nooam Fp Bescon Tony Comrc W. A. Collins Commo | Org Cam

Workers' Accommodation Breach Case Adjourned

On Thursday at Cam Senora Court Mr A Theodore for Depertor Workers Accommodation sued EK Bark grower for failing to provide proper and sufficient housing for workers. Mr HH Marstam appeared for the plaintiff, defence by Mr MacDonnell. Adjournment granted to Monday with precautionary payment of costs and £400 fees.

Cams Senora Court T. Aberty A. Theodore Depertor Agaimer EK Bark Crater HH Marstam Ke Maclin MacDonnell Marstand

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