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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Oct 25, 1929

Page

10

Miners Revolt Hits Northern Federation Leader

In Sydney and Canberra reports dated October 24 the Northern Federation’s strongest block rebels against Branch President Mr. Teare. A combined meeting of Stanford Merthyr Richmond Main urges the Mining Unions Committee to meet at once to address coal transport and interim measures. Rank and file members, fatigued by the deadlock, hint at support for new action if needed while Federal Treasurer Theodore denies any sixpence cut in miners' chewing rates, proposing mines reopen and talks to review the issue.

Sydney The Miners’ Federation Teare Stanford-Merthyr Richmond Mainee Em- Maitland Canberra Theodore

Stalin's Policy Questioned in Paris Report

Paris reports a confused scene as a Soviet policy claim is scrutinized. A series of references to Doriane Perks and alleged changes amid communist policy debates is presented with unclear attribution and dates.

Paris Demeter

Premier's demobution talks with Sir William Irvin

A afternoon premier discusses a demobution with Sir William Irvin after an adjournment. No formal statement was issued though reports say Sir William plans action. Gadaton and Gl expect return to on Momiey as Sir William Mc Pherson to interview Lord Somers before the House reconvenes.

Liestemmnt Siriam Irvine William Irvin Howe Sir William Gadaton

Fire destroys Namour Town Bank and library holdings

A destructive blaze at Namour Namboor in New South Wales on October 24 damages the Town Bank of New South Wales premises and a large portion of the library holdings. Detonators stored in the Council strongroom contributed to the destruction, blowing the strongroom door and threatening the destruction of council records with only safes remaining at the site.

Nambour Namheer Heesleet Rew Sou Wales Ray Fx New Lots Wales

Bremews Past Rub Pencing Her Sosteenvitmes

Fragmentary OCR text yields limited readable facts. The item mentions names and dates unclear, with no coherent event or outcome to confirm a full news brief.

Italy orders two machines for the Mediterranean

Italy has ordered two of the machines for the Mediterranean theater. The announcement comes from Friedrchsafen dated Oct 21, noting rapid deployment.

Friedrichshafen Italy Mediterranean

Atlantic Flight Arrival News Comes From Reed

Squadron Leader Kim Smth arrived aboard the Reed and announced that he was in. The plans for the fight were tentative. The crew would consist of Abe, Litchfield, and McWilliams.

Honolulu Kim Smth Reed Lars Abe Litchfield McWillians

Election recount and new Australian government formed

The report details final election counts with Kennedy Riordan and Francis Hunter among leading figures, and notes ongoing recounts. It also covers Britain and Australia politics as James Scullin becomes Prime Minister, meeting with Bruce and announcing cabinet ministers, with ministers pledging prompt action and Treasury officials facing tight monetary conditions.

Australia Commonwealth Bank Treasury 2M Treasury

Italian Crown Prince Umberto Bids for Belgian Princess

In Brussels on October 23 the Italian Crown Prince Umberto received royal consent to wed Belgian Princess Marie Jose. The couple, in a private castle setting, exchange engagement rings as officials prepare a formal betrothal notice for a world announcement tonight. The union is seen as mounting toward a royal future with crowds cheering.

Brussels Umberto Marie Jose Gears Italy

Bulgarian Barbians Judges Murdered in Cold Blood

In Sofia on October 24 a gang halted cars at a lonely crossroads and shot three judges after forcing them to strip. Doctor Karateheff, president of the High Court, was among the victims, while a fourth judge was spared for past leniency to a brigand.

Sofia Bulgaria Doctor Karateheff High Court

Cabinet meeting on coal and finance in Canberra

The cabinet met for four hours in Canberra to discuss coal industry finances and the government’s position. The Attorney-General was asked to investigate the position, while Home Affairs Minister Blakeley outlined ongoing inquiries. The Development and Migration Commission was asked to report before Christmas.

Les Canberra Blakeley Cabint Ality Berra A. Bikey Development and M Commission

Bruce plans renewed ties with Paterson Laing and Bruce

A rousing reception greeted Mr. Bruce as he visited the offices of Paterson, Laing and Bruce. He indicated plans to renew his association with the firm, stating that he had not...

Bruce Paterson, Laing and Bruce

Malicious Attacks Denial in Canberra Office

In Canberra on October 23 Mr J G Latham denied that the alleged attacks existed. He said the file in his office referred to in the reports did not contain any such matter and dismissed the accusations as unfounded.

Canberra J. G. Latham

Townsville reduces sorting and wharf charges

Townsville officials reveal that Associated Steamship Owners have decided to cut sorting stacking and wharf charges at Townsville from 7/5/6 per ton. The reduction takes effect starting November 1 and will apply going forward.

Townsville

Full Industrial Power Melbourne

Labour party notes strong industrial push in Melbourne on October 23 with emphasis on power and labor strength.

Melbourne

English Review Mr Scullin and Party

Commenting on the Daily Telegraph May 5, English observers say Mr Scullin appears a moderate politician likely to lead a party that favors expanding social services while balancing budgets. The piece notes the challenge for British socialists to accept office and for Brace to find a path amid fiscal constraints and national credit considerations.

Daily ‘Telegraph Scullin Brace

Flying Welter Handicap First Division Report

Racing notes list horses Sunlover Arcturus Goldminer 98 Gandub Lay Green Moth SERAE and others in the Flying Welter Handicap First Division and Second Division. Mention includes Radiant Orb Comedy Queen 69 with entries describing mood and industry context and Mr Scullin facing a problem to solve.

Serae Radiant Orb Comedy Queen

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