Tramway employees strike when refused permission to wear union badges at work. Sparks general strike, first of its kind in Australia with thousands of demonstrators dispersed by mounted police on Black Friday. General Robert Baden-Powell visits Brisbane to promote scouting. Edward Eager launches his American motor business at Newstead. Murarrie bacon factory opens.
Tramway construction accelerates to provide network from inner city to adjoining suburbs.
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