WAGES IN AUSTRALIA
MINISTERIAL DIFFERENCES. By Cable—Press Association—Copyright. Received 26, 9 p.m. Melbourne, October 26. Replying to a deputation, Mr. Hughes protested against Mr. O'Malley's eight-shillings-a-day minimum statement. Mr. Hughes replied that the Government believed that every adult was receiving a marrying wage. Strong exception had been taken in the , public service to a Commissioner declaring what wages should be paid. Under the Act the Government had to pay prescribed rates. He thought all should receive the minimum, irrespective of three years' service. He could only express an opinion, but he thought the amount should be increased from £llO, on account of the increased cost of living. He would consult his colleagues, but owing to pressure of business he held out no promise of legislation in the matter. Mr. O'Malley. Minister of Home Affairs, replying to a request for a uniform wage, admitted that the Government should set a standard.
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Taranaki Daily News, Volume LIII, Issue 170, 27 October 1910, Page 5
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150WAGES IN AUSTRALIA Taranaki Daily News, Volume LIII, Issue 170, 27 October 1910, Page 5
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