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Illawarra · Mining & the mines

Mining & the mines, 1943

149 stories in Illawarra's papers · page 4 of 8

Appeal to Coal Miners

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 4 June 1943 · page 5

In this Issue Mr F. Lowden, district miners' president, makes an appeal to miners to produce more coal, and it is only reasonable to assume that all miners desirous of defeating Fascism will respond to the appeal. Our men in the firing line have to stand up to conditions of the most…

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The Need for Coal An Appeal To Miners

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 4 June 1943 · page 6

The need for more and more coal should be obvious to all mine-workers. It is brought about, generally speaking, through enemy…

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Miners' Competition

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 4 June 1943 · page 8

Old Bulli played Helensburgh last Sunday at Ball's Paddock. The ground was in a bad state when the 'Burgh kicked off. Old Bulli were…

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The Need For Coal

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 4 June 1943 · page 2

The need for more and more coal should be obvious to all mine workers. We need greater supplies of coal for the substantially…

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Miners' Competition

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 11 June 1943 · page 8

Coalcliffe met Old Bulli, at Ball's Paddock on Sunday. Bulli kicked off against a slight breeze and were soon attacking, but were up against a good…

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Gold Bullion Prizes

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 11 June 1943 · page 5

Third and fourth prizes in the Gold Bullion Art Union went to Bellambi and Port Kembla respectively. Four [?]nor prizes also come to the district…

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Coal Industry's Bright Outlook (To the Editor)

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 11 June 1943 · page 5

Sir,—I congratulate Mr. Lowden, president of Southern Miners, for his article in your last issue, and yourself upon your leading article also in last…

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Mines & Miners Mr. Wells & Retired Miners

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 18 June 1943 · page 5

The publicity officer of the Thirroul Retired Miners Assn. writes:— In "Common Cause" on 22nd May, Mr. Wells said he wanted to clear up…

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Mines and Miners Miners' Pensions and Federal Government's Attitude

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 18 June 1943 · page 10

The attitude of the present Federal Government towards the Miners' Pensioners and the Mine-Workers' Pension Scheme or fund…

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Colliery Accident

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 18 June 1943 · page 10

When a trolley carrying the early morning clippers into Corrimal Colliery hit a piece of wood yesterday it was derailed and a…

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Miners' Competition

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 18 June 1943 · page 8

Old Bulli met Wongawilli, at Ball's Paddock on Sunday. Bulli won the toss and immediately attacked. A good pass from Biggins to Leishman…

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Mine Accident At Corrimal

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 18 June 1943 · page 5

When a trolley used for transport into Corrimal mine struck a lid when early clippers were going In yesterday morning, several men were…

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Mine Keeps Record

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 25 June 1943 · page 3

An Australian record for continuous coal production had been set by members of the South Waratah mine, states the General Secretary of the…

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Northern Miners Favour New Code

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 25 June 1943 · page 3

By 208 votes to 28, lodges of the Northern district of the Miners' Federation have ratified the new cede of penalties to deal with unauthorised…

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"Great Future" For Camden Coal

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 25 June 1943 · page 1

"There can be no doubt that this will be the future coal working, not only of New South Wales, but of Australia," said the Minister for…

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Mines & Miners Penalty Rules in Operation

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 2 July 1943 · page 6

The Penalty Rules in the mining industry came into operation in this district on Thursday. The rules provide for continuous…

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Fall of Stone Mine Fatality

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 2 July 1943 · page 5

James Poland (44), miner, of Mt. Kembla, was killed by a fall of stone at Mt. Kembla Colliery yesterday. He was cutting a pillar when the…

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Mines & Miners Delegate Board Meeting

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 9 July 1943 · page 4

Mr. F. Lowden, District President, writes:— The Southern District Delegate Board, held a special meeting at their…

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Mining Matters

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 9 July 1943 · page 8

The Southern District Delegate Board held a special meeting on Monday. The meeting was called to deal…

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Breach of Mine Regulations Cases Before Court Fines Imposed

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 9 July 1943 · page 1

At the Wollongong Police Court on Monday, Thomas Welford, manager of Wongawilli Colliery, proceeded against Leo Condon, Leslie Ranger and Robert…

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