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Newspaper
The Areas Express
Location
Booyoolee, Victoria, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1915
Page
4
Port Pirie reports show municipal employees in protest, with council amendments debated over pay raises and sanitation needs. The article mentions marching, sanitation concerns, and cost adjustments, plus a note about a correspondent from Lemnos Hospital detailing Red Cross relief efforts.
A large crowd attended the All British League Fort Pirie Branch meeting at the Trust Hall in Port Pirie on Monday evening despite oppressive weather. Mayor J Geddes chaired with speakers Mr T A Binelli and Dr M L Warren urging recruitment, praising British sacrifice, and stressing unity across parties and among Australians for the Empire’s war effort.
The Malbourne mine announces strict 48 hour weekly limits starting December 20, with eight hours per day. All employees and contractors not meeting the 48 hour target will be deemed to have breached their agreement and may be dismissed. Wages under prior rates remain if contract terms are met, with potential bonuses for compliance.
Report from Melbourne recalls adjourned compulsory conference between Broken Hill and Port Pirie unions and employers. Judge Higelne withdrew offer on 4 hours week and employers promise to pay 1/- per day for AMMA members who fail to comply. Port Pirie and Broken Hill miners oppose underground workers action and strike terms.
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