The third Tuesday in January, which falls on 16th inst. this year, is a public holiday for operative bakers under the Factories Act. It is an offence for bakers ...
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The Age (Melbourne, Vic. : 1854 - 1954), Fri 12 Jan 1917, Page 6
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