Deep appreciation of the work carried out by the Relief Fund Committee arising out of the recent floods was expressed by the Premier (Hon. J. C. McPhee), ...
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The Mercury (Hobart, Tas. : 1860 - 1954), Fri 19 Jul 1929, Page 7
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