04 Dec 1922
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 04, 1922
Page
1
A long miscellaneous column covers fashion trends in England with silhouettes, embroidery, and fabrics, thin sheath underdresses, and accessories. It also gives a lemon syrup recipe, hat cleaning methods, and notes on women’s evolving roles in society and literature.
The Perth metropolitan district grapples with water shortages amid supply failures. Residents in high areas endured up to 40 hours without water, prompting criticism of the redistribution bill and calls to restore local control. Local councils face pressure to curb party politics and emphasize regional needs. Albany plans a woollen mill as strategic industry growth draws attention.
Traders at the Melbourne Chamber of Commerce report exporters have built up sheds while the rise in freight costs and port storage limits hinder expansion. They argue refrigerated freight and storage at destination ports are essential, warning that current government actions may not address the structural barriers to trade. Public pressure for cold storage must align with the times and capital availability.
The Federal Commissioner of Taxation after consults with Crown Law says shares and certificates are taxable in the year received. The 20 July 1921 date fixes the assessment year. Taxable value is the average market value. original recipients of priority instruments are not taxed on sums received after issue. If original recipients sell, gains above market values are not taxable to them. Purchasers from recipients may be untaxed unless they engage in trading. If trading, excess over purchase price is taxable. Also includes unrelated Scots humor and remarks about marriage and a candidate denying a drinking rumor.
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