Rising tin prices and political tensions in Australia
Melbourne reports tin at 316 pounds, twelve shillings six pence with strong demand and limited output. The piece notes fruit exports in the tropics, Labor Party rifts over referenda, and parliamentary issues, while also touching on cinema phonofilm progress and a possible revived gold mining interest near Mulgrave.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Cairne
Labor
Charlton
Blakely M
Darling
Nsw
Siapicion
Chartram and Blakely
N.S.W. Labor Council
tyrrell—MecGrath
Jany
Mulgrave
Babinda
James Ilard
The Shearces Bushmen Strike Of 1891 Recalled
In a sketch Browne recalls the shearces bushmen's strike of 1891. The writer notes Browne led infantry and police, mentions King and prominent horsemen, and places the strike in the Ftheridge district amid absentee shareholders. It cites mining speculation, road repairs, and safety concerns from d riving horses and stray animals along local routes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Syencer Browne
Browne
King
Geo the O'Douidge
Ftheridge
Cairns
Big Reef
Dainty Summer Frocks and Special Base Price Goods
Mixed catalog line items describe ladies garments including dainty summer frocks, sleeved and sleeveless options, and a colorful tunic line. Special A.C.B. base prices, wide assortment of white and colored items, with emphasis on fine fabrics, lace fronts, and finished stitching, all advertised as value.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rand Gan
Dainty Sivke
A.C.B
A.C
Ladies colored lisle stockings and accessories ad
Trade era listing shows ladies colored lisle stockings in rose and cashmere socks. Includes garter ribbons in various colors, sizes 6 7 8 9, with mentions of fancy shirred ribbon garter and associated trims. Also references seamless heels and toes and special parcel pricing.
Silk Moroualan and Fancy Voile Fabric Catalog
An old catalog style notice lists fabrics including MOROUALN and FANCY VOILE, noting cotton and silk varieties. It mentions 19 inch and 53 inch widths, oriental silk, and high quality Moroualan with beautiful finish, highlighting availability and appeal.
A.C.B Special Sale on Linens and Sheets
Manchester department store advertises special sale prices on towels flannelette sheeting and waterproof sheets. Offers include 25 inch towels, 4 43 inch widths, and floral border cloths with prices per yard or item, highlighting quality and savings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.C.B
A.C.B. Apparel Items Listed with Prices and Descriptions
Mens grey cotton twist garments taped seams belt loops offered as value. Khaki drill trousers taped edges and durable features. Rubber belt patent leather belts tan leather belts listed with new styles. Boys dark American collar shirts with striped designs. Mens silk tourist shirts in smart stripe range with various sizes and prices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.C.B
Sige Izte Luene
C.B
Ian Sesa Mer
Sar Conan Ino
ACB
SPRC
Also Mentioned on This Page
Low CO
Weaver Prica
Tee
Uard
Jloto
Pest Exterm
North Queensland
Commonwealth of Australia
Commons
Laa Bay
Hobson's
England
THE
Phonofilm
Ais
Gould Aushe
Melba
Covent Carden
Dominions
Pire
Russell Field
Bartle Frere Comaine
Shere Council
Mooliba
T. & Belly
Hunter Street
Sydney
G. Gordon
Herberton
Mareeba
Te Orate
Ivinebank
Cairns Taxi CO
Phese
Pate
Australia
Cam Mal Mase
Manchester
Abbott St
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