West Australia Geraldton district labour plea on mining support
Telegrams report in August coverage from Perth on West Australia Geraldton district urging government action to fund freeze works and harbour improvements. Speech by Sir J C Willcock cites insufficient government effort to sustain mining employment and establish meals or fair prices, with calls for reform and public service raises. Industry-wide tensions and pending conference with unions noted.
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Perth
Me. C. Wilcock
J. C. Willcock
Northampton
Geraldton
Seamen Debate Ends With Agreement On Boat Manning
Seamen vote to delay manning boats until after the conference. The motion passed with owners present agreeing that boats should not be manned until the conference concludes. The record notes adjournment and a tense session as authorities outline the plan.
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Ahi
Sydney Union Resolves Not to Return to Work
A Sydney union meeting on August 19 with thousands of members votes by a large majority to refuse to return to work. The Tol mowon and other leaders concede at a roundtable conference, ending dispute over wage demands.
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Sodacy
Herwees
Tolmowon
Sydney
Seamen Proposals Discussed Amid Hopeful Tone
Sydney reports a hopeful mood as talks on Senator Millen’s proposals continue. The deep sea sailors are not currently involved, while discussions focus on possible future actions. Melbourne notes no new movement with workers debating the outlook and next steps tomorrow morning.
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Sydney
Millen
Cables to Emmaes Trade Plans for Improvement
London August 2 speech in the House of Commons by the Joe Minister proposes an Imperial Invention Commission to study and carry out a scheme to improve and extend trade with India and other British possessions.
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London
House Commons
Widh
Imperial Inventivition Commission
India
American doubles title win and wartime labour speech notes
The record cites Norman Brecka and Gerald Patterson winning the American tennis doubles title. It also references discussions of Lloyd George speeches on labour hours, arguing that reducing hours must not cut output, noting wartime lessons about sustaining gains and production.
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Ee Aviansie
Norman Brecka
Gerald Patterson
The Golf Fields Round Boulder Club Meeting Results
August 20 meeting at Lake View with first day races in two divisions. Lake View Handicap first division features Seven turlanga and Featherbraid winning margins. second division six furlongs sees Rumbling and others contending. First Flower wins the seven furlongs, with Famine and Regardent placing. Oroya Welter covers one and a quarter miles with Merrick posting a notable time.
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Lake View Bandicap
Bering
Oroya Welter
Miles Merrick
Pneumeric Influenza in Perth with Fresh Cases
Numerous influenza cases reported in Perth with 42 fresh infections. Melbourne records zero deaths. Authorities note cases observed recently. patients under supervision live on Fitzgerald Street Hobart and nearby. Hospital census shows nine cases with one serious, five serious, three convalescent. Mr Woods of Perth isolated and in serious condition after a relapse.
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Fitzgerald Street
Woods
Fer
Gifts for isolation hospital appeal
Message requests gifts for isolation hospital patients and staff. Mrs Hemsted, Mrs Whit and others are coordinating with Craven and Ashwow. items such as cream, nutter, eggs and old fete would help. A hex outside the gate indicates where parcels may be placed and a few valuables for patients would be appreciated.
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Exusereani
Hemsted
Whit- Buld Hs V
Ashwow
U.S.A
Vases at Nabawah Case Reports Mild Illness Quarantine
Report from Nabawah notes two or more cases involved in an excursion with exposure at Stulewa people present. Illness described as mild overall though at Napoon Post Office a serious case is reported. Hotel is under quarantine.
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Poxaill
Napeon
Local racing matters letters debate district steward choice
A reader protests a Guardian letter about racing in the district and the appointment of a stipendiary steward. He questions Mr Haddy’s suitability and recalls a secretary role and past profits, while asking why Moses Grant Brow has not bred horses locally.
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Guardian
API
Cean
Haddy
Sir Haddy
Moses Grant
Walsh Island Dockyard Criticism From Public Service Head
New South Wales public service commissioner reports to the government on the Walsh Island Dockyard and the Public Works Department. He says the establishment is overbuilt, costly, and unprofitable with poor foresight for future needs, risking coastal government operations.
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Alard
New South | Wales
Pubic Service Ros
New
Obi Iu
Ita
Tmater
Empire's Great War Effort Cited With Eight Million Troops
London reports a War Cabinet statement praising the Empire's vast manpower. Officials outline eight million troops mobilized or in reserve, highlighting the scale of commitment. Details on Russian situation referenced, with emphasis on strategic implications for Allied actions.
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London
War Cabinet
New British motor boats a novelty on torpedoes
London reports a flotilla of five motor boats and submarines sent to the Baltic to address mines and war threats. The boats measure 55 feet, speed over 42 miles, carry two torpedoes and no guns.
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London
Baltic
August date note from Westralian Works records
A dated notice reads August first with secretary Westralian Works and E H Bardwell listed as solicitor. The fragment outlines official action and legal representation in the matter. The text shows a formal closing and signatories.
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Ei Stapnor
Westralian ‘Works
E. H. Bardwell
South African Politics Conference in Bloemfontein
A Bloemfontein conference on South African politics discusses war pensions payments. Delegates from government agencies and veterans groups map policy steps, funding needs, and eligibility criteria shaping future disbursements.
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