The were no fresh developments this morning with respect to the porters' strike, but from remarks passed in union circles it is believed the trouble is likely to spread at any moment. ...
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Goulburn Evening Penny Post (NSW : 1881 - 1940), Sat 5 Apr 1913, Page 6
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