Gold Discovery Debate over Saxby brothers reward
In the 15 June 1880 debate, Mr Copeland moves adoption of the Burrington Gold Field report. Saxby brothers are criticized for delaying disclosure but praised for discovery. ministers and MPs discuss payment, with calls for fair consideration and potential partial reward due to public benefit and delays. The issue centers on whether timely reporting justified a £1000 reward or a reduced claim.
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Uralla
Uney
Saxby
Baker
Messrs
Lucas
Saxby Brothers
Mr. MacIntosh
Burns
East Sydney
McIntosh
Iste
Mensrs
National insurance scheme to be discussed by Cabinet
Melbourne reports Cabinet will study a proposed national insurance plan to be run jointly by Federal and State governments. A 9 member Federal Health Council would oversee uniform pension and workers compensation schemes plus a child endowment plan and widow pensions. The plan aims to consolidate 348 existing vocal and social schemes into a single fund, reducing duplication across government and non government services.
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Melbourne
Tr. Lyons
Bey Il
Commonwealth
Federal Health Council
Loan Council
Australia
Cattle and Livestock Prices at Sydney Market Report
Prime cattle sold freely with firm prices. 2239 yards included 950 fat cattle. Bulls to £11 12s, cows to £9 2s, dealers £7 18s, best bullocks £10 10s, heavy £11 3s 6d. Calves about 600 penned. best to 60s, pigs in light supply with best heavy pigs to 75s 6d and bacon pigs to 61s 6d. Slips and suckers 3d to 14s 6d.
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Sydney
Queensland
Bay
Discoverers of the Gold Field Mark Wingham Chronicle
The Wingham Chronicle notes that regardless of reefs or other details, the discoverers of the gold field brought great benefit to the country through their finding and its riches.
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Wingham Chronicle
Readable Textile Deals From A Store Advert Page
A historic newspaper ad catalog lists linen finish twill sheeting cretonne and damask items with sale prices. It highlights bed linens, towels, flannels, plannelette nights, and ready made underclothes with discounted rates noted beside each item.
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WU Huck
Ballatly
Callan Clouth
Paul
ED Flannelak
Claian
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Barrington Goldfiel
Grime & Small
Phone
Tasma and Stromberg Carlson
THE
City Radio Store
G. Turner
Northern Motors
Gloucester
Archie White
Commonwealth Savings Bank Ofustralia
Insurance
Social Services
Endura
Moore
Pharmacy
Commercial
Nee LM Elts
Manchester
Kayser
Blommres
Mat Tris
Wsually
U.S
Mercery Snaps
Mats Sin x Ain
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