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QUEENSLAND SUGAR SEHKE. By Cable—Press Association—Copyright. Received 17, 10.1) p.na. Brisbane, July 17. Although the sugar strike continues sufficient labor has been obtained to keep the mills working full time. SYDNEY HARBOR TUNNEL. Received 18, 1.5 a.m. Sydney, July 17. Mr. Holman declares that the Government intends to proceed with the harbor tunnel, connecting the north shore with the city, and hopes before the recess to submit a definite proposal to Parliament. AGRICULTURAL LABOR NEEDED. Received 17, 1.5 a.m. Sydney, July 17. The Farmers' and Settlers' Conference strongly urge the Federal and State Governments to adopt an up-to-date scheme to obtain agricultural immigrant labor.
COLLIERS STRIKE. Received 18, 1.5 a.m. Sydney, July 17. A stoppage occurred in the Lithgow colliery, owing to the miners striking over the dismissal of one of their number. Unless a speedy settlement occurs the ironworks will have to close. FEDERAL GOVERNMENT HOUSE. Received 18, 1.5 a.m. Sydney, July 17. A deputation to Mr. Holman protested against the abolition of the Federal Government House. Mr. Holman replied that it was a Commonwealth matter, and added that now the States were not receiving surpluses, the Federal services previously performed by the States should be compensated.
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Taranaki Daily News, Volume LIV, Issue 20, 18 July 1911, Page 5
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