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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 26, 1935
Page
4
A Royal Commission report urges a single national income tax method to simplify administration and cut costs. It notes Queensland's drought penalties and uneven company taxation create inequities, hindering state prosperity.
The proposal favors allowing taxpayers to pay taxes in instalments, arguing it mirrors a system long used in Britain and feasible in South Australia. It would ease administrative burdens on Commonwealth and state commissioners by smoothing revenue flow and reducing short-term borrowing needs.
Acting Prime Minister argues for stronger federal authority to coordinate transport and export policy across states. He endorses inter-state mobility, railway reform, and centralized control of meat, wheat, butter, and dried fruits marketing to ensure remunerative prices. He notes moves toward federation while recognizing political tensions.
A special Brisbane City Council committee, including Labour aldermen and department heads, reviews proposals to expand municipal electricity to rural districts. Critics urge expert input and a clear public statement on whether city power should compete with private firms in Southern Queensland.
The report details a visit by Tor Ming and officials including Governor William to Mavenshoe and Atherton while outlining aims of international meteorological collaboration. It notes aviation and shipping as priorities, mentions speeches in London, and references Austentia relation and early survey missions.
A garbled weather brief mentions a cold day with references to maximum temperatures, May readings, and a forecast for Monday. It notes heavy inland conditions and various weather terms, though many words are distorted and unreadable.
A fragmented report describes ironworkers protesting over dual employment and a split within the Labour movement. It notes that several members defend the party line while others argue the action harms Labour unity and its industrial policy, with tensions spanning ACT and broader political factions.
A Commonwealth Government outline describes a 1k scheme to connect Australian cities by high speed air service from Melbourne to Perth and Sydney to Darwin. It envisions rapid, worldwide networks with wireless and telegraph links, aiming to speed travel and communications across the Empire and bring transport to the poorest regions.
Report from Squamstania notes union leaders and education officials debating a pared down syllabus. Teachers, inspectors, and committee members discuss reducing workload, extending exams, and shifting timetables to ease congestion.
The city council finance committee discussed exemptions for church property land use for worship and education. The report notes land parcels with buildings and adjoining plots may be exempt, while residence sites and halls on distant land likely not. Details hinge on amount of land considered necessary for religious and educational purposes.
Data shows American car imports surged over ten months ending April while Britain’s shipments fell, with Canada and other nations contributing smaller totals. Britain maintained a smaller share despite a period of economic strain, as U S imports rose and the overall pattern favored America.
Canberra reports incoming senators with six-year terms beginning Monday. The article lists Victoria General and others, noting retirements and party shifts. It highlights expectations for the next Senate presidency and possible party balance changes.
A long, garbled report from a Queensland city recounts a tram traffic warning and the push for safer tram operation on Wharf Street. Officials discuss signal upgrades, electric systems, and potential timetable changes amid public concern over a deadly incident and ongoing road safety debates.
A chaotic OCR fragment discusses false alarm incidents and alarm system tracing. It mentions authorities, automatic alarms, and penalties. It references a board and likens events to a crime inquiry, noting concerns about attackers and safeguards. The text is garbled and unclear but centers on alarm misuse and investigations.
A fragmented report outlines a 200000 pound factory project for Melbourne aimed at motor body building and associated industrial development. Government targets include land at Pichernn’s Bend on Melbourne’s outskirts, promising 60 jobs and long term employment while linking to manufacturing and assembly activities and airport plans.
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