Lithgow valley coal mines reopen as workers report
In Lithgow Valley and nearby mines police guard reopenings as workers report for tasks. Notices served on Wallerawang Commonwealth and Lithgow Valley mines with camps and lodging being prepared. Muswellbrook mine expected to resume Monday amid mixed district views. In Wonthaggi miners vote 710 to four to continue the coal strike.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mr. Vincent
Wallerawang
Commonwealth
Lithgow Valley
Miners’ Federation
Wonthaggi
Sydney
Government Weighs Miners Reply on Labour Free Question
The Attorney General said the government would progressively address federation mines in the north and aims to avoid calling for labour. Reopening small non federation mines may start quickly while larger northern pits need weeks of prep. Officials expect miners to return to work and seek cooperation to prevent industrial unrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hughes
Commonwealth
Minera
Federation
James
Men of the Second AIF In Far Palestine
Officers of the AIF attend a lecture at the Middle East Staff College in Gaza era. Captains Hiscock Cleland Oldham and Major Bierworth are pictured. A tea break in a Gaza men’s mess shows the renewed bond between Diggers and Scotties with Privates Smith Ellis Ogilvy Mackey.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A.I.F
Middle East Staff College
W. Hiscock
D. Cleland
G. Oldham
Major Bierworth
Gaza
Scotties
Palestine
R. Smith
R. Ellis
G. Ogilvy
Black Watch
A. Mackey
Restrictions on gas and electricity in New South Wales
Drastic state action cuts gas and electric use for homes across New South Wales from midnight. Cooking allowed only 4 p.m. to 8:30 a.m. 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. no industry restrictions yet. Officials warn factory closures and up to 300 000 job losses. cabinet to meet tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Martin
Slepa
Ene
Australian Capital Territory
Electricity Department
Canberra
Yass
Queanbeyan
New South Wales Trades and Labour Council
McAlpine
Hartigan
A.R.U
Federal Union of
Wentworth Park
Greyhound Coursing
ACTU to See Mr Menzies on Mine Labor Move
The Combined Mining Unions and ACTU executive discussed asking Mr Menzies to intervene to end the coal strike next week. ACTU secretary Mr Crofts and Federated Engine Drivers official Mr Pinkerton seek to present a proposal to Mr Menzies in Melbourne. The Commonwealth and State governments plan to discuss NSW gas and electricity restrictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Menzies
A.c.t U
A.C.T.U
Crofts
Federated Engine Drivera and Firemen's Association
Pinkerton
Rail services curtailed over coal shortages
Railway Commissioner Lonight announced drastic curtailment of trains from Wednesday across all lines. Yass Junction routes to Yass town operate only on Tuesdays Thursdays and Saturdays. two daily trains run Mondays Wednesdays and Fridays. Road Transport chief Neale warned weekend trams would not further reduce unless needed. Mr. L Snider of the Finn Exhibitors' Council predicts picture show performances will combine.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Riailways
Lonight
Traina
Yass Junction
Yass Town
Waithim
Yasa Town
Mr. Neale
L. Snider
Finn
Connell
Oil Firms Cut Costs on Commonwealth Fuel Tenders
Major oil companies informed the Minister for Supply that their tenders for oil fuel contracts to the Commonwealth will be amended to reduce quotes by a penny a gallon across all States except New South Wales. The move aims at uniform pricing and substantial government savings. Professor Copland, Prices Commissioner, approves the policy of withholding supplies from resellers who undercut the established rate for national security and proper administration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sir Frederick Stewart
New South Wales
Frederick Stewart
Commonwealth
Sydney
Copland
Service Station Association of
Mystery Over American Tobacco Prohibition Inquiries
In the House yesterday Mr Thompson asked why American tobacco remains off the restricted imports list after eight months. The question seeks light on the mystery and the missing information cited by officials. Mr Spender stated he had no knowledge of the information, and no details were obtained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thompson
C.P
House of Representatives
Yeaterday
Spender
War Chest Scheme for U S A
Washington reports Frank chairman of the Securities Exchange Commission has devised a 20 billion dollar war loan plan for wartime finance. The proposal, resembling a forced loan, assumes a national income of 80 billion dollars and requires Congressional approval. Religion no bar to appointment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
United States
Frank
Securities Exchange Commission
Also Mentioned on This Page
Lithgow
Bliikers
Muswellbrook
Scott 4 Motors
Studebaker
Scott
Scotts Motors ‘Auctions
P.O
Second
AIF
Far
Mr. Martin
MR. Menzies
Cameron
American Tobacco
Ann
Quet
Fauldings
Potter and Moores
Imex
Atkinson
Eaca
J.byoung Pty
U.S.A
Oan of Representatives
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!