Parliament Over Party Leads A House In Suspense Brisbane
The Brisbane Parliament opened amid expectation as the Premier proposed adjourning to the next day. Leaders clashed over government handling of railways and the South Johnstone dispute, with tensions between Labor and unions, and calls for arbitration and clear assurances on transport amid ongoing strikes.
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Government stands firm over railway union crisis forcing adjournment
In a heated debate the Premier and Cabinet defended a hard line against railway workers and union leaders over a long running dispute. Ministers pledged to stand by the ultimatum while Labour MPs argued for negotiation, warning that constitutional government could be endangered if the union mandate overtook state policy. The motion to adjourn was carried with the House set to reconvene on September 15.
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Prolonged Cairns Strike Meetings and Mass Gatherings
At Aquatic Hall a Cairns strike briefing outlined actions by the Lockout Committee with delegates from ARLU AJP ULLLE AEU Carriage Builders Amalgamated Carpenters Blacksmithe Boilermakers and AWA to repudiate the declaration. A mass meeting of about 400 heard Cairns Disputes Secretary W Murchison report the largest turnout yet and a plan to refer to the Cairns Labour Council for broader union involvement.
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Wireless urged to boost Northern Queensland commerce
Innisfail on September 6 heard a visitor lament the limited use of wireless for commerce. He noted 700 bays of mail at Mackay and an interstate steamer passing without mail advance. A Merinda voyage is set to depart Friday morning and return Saturday morning, contingent on sufficient passenger encouragement at shipping offices in Riens Philp and to.
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Hitting the Farmers and 300 Workers Hit by Rail Delays
In Home Hill delays due to railway congestion reduce truck deliveries for two weeks. Over 460 tons hauled by road after rail service slowed, risking 360 workers losing supplemental income as farmers face higher costs while oil supplies stay in fields.
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Carters in Conflict in Townsville Trade Row
Townsville carriers clash over transport routes as Ayr and other suppliers supply local stores while locals are restricted from carrying to other stores. Executive to refer to the department or to the AA W for action and call a meeting with Storemen and Packers.
Blackenings In Towne Ville Prompt Ban Debate
An emeeting of the Combined Executive in Townesville, presided by J Willett, yielded little business. Discussions covered water supply access, a ban on certain districts, and an unusual allowance for a city farm to dispose of apples. A request to ship mangoes by boat was approved.
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Open Court Delivers Generous Terms in Booth Johnstone Case
Brisbane dispatch reports arbitration proceedings as Booth Johnstone dispute parties meet in Open Court. Disputes Commissions refer proposals to workers for consideration. Riordan of the A W U notes committee deliberations and calls a meeting, while Justice Webb remarks the terms are unusually generous and would not be offered without mill management agreeing to full employment.
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Rail Disputes Committee backs South Johnstone settlement
Representatives of railway unions and trades bodies endorse the Disputes Committee policy and a military grade settlement plan for South Johnstone and Railway Disputes. The aim includes reinstating all ten workers without victimisation and ensures ongoing coordination as talks continue.
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