Proportional representation debated in parliament era
The piece argues for proportional representation as a cure for two party dominance, suggesting many small groups would replace a brittle system. It cites Tasmania and Lord Bryce, warning current electoral bargains risk misgovernment and urging non party spirit groups to debate policies before forming factions.
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Gould
Scullin
Beasley
Tasmania
Australia
Ashworth
Australis
Labor
Kngw
Lord Bryce
Statesman Needed to Shape Admirable Parliament
A discussion on party discipline contrasts with the ideal of a responsible, independent legislature. The piece laments rigid party control, calls for leaders with vision and character, and urges a culture of honorable, thoughtful debate to elevate national welfare over factional gain.
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Ted
Lovell
Sydney University
Asay
Ibbeatibe
North Shore Bridge
Statesman
Protecor Lovell
Save Our Wild Life Open Season Debate in NSW Cabinet
A letter condemns the New South Wales State Cabinet open season for kangaroos wallabies and opossums arguing grass is plentiful and animals are not pests. It claims only professional trappers would profit and warns further seasons threaten Australia’s indigenous fauna. It cites Queensland’s bear season as an example of detrimental impact and appeals to humane kinship with animals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New South Wales
Queensland
Australia
Animal Kingdom
Sundiayenpal
Tagore
Thej Indian Post
Apoinga Gold Mining Company First Shareholders Meeting
The Apoinga Gold Mining Company held its first shareholders meeting at Black Springs on Thursday May 71st. G Crawford was named chairman with BH Crawford as secretary. 327 shares had been applied for, 172 remained of 500 for sale, and 100 reserved. Directors elected: Gorrie, Bogshaw, Laurenti, G Crawford, and B Heinrich, with travel expenses only for directors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black Springs
Grom
Baddleworth
Exidunde
Manoors
G. Crawford
Saddleworth
Grav
Tip Ghest
Ing
Crawford
Heinrich
Laurenti
G. Hembour
Messrs
Gorrie, Bog
T. Geach
Zoho
A. Laurenti
Z ‘Tt
Peterborough
Serious Offences and Justice in the Territory Debate
A critique of what constitutes serious offences and the handling of public property abuse by officials in the Northern Territory. The author argues for equal treatment of offences by public servants and individuals, cites Darwin as a proving ground, and laments selective enforcement and lack of accountability in government. He calls for prompt investigations by authorities and warns against distinctions in offence seriousness.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
South Australia
Northern Territory
Canberra
Fred Thompson
Date
Darwin
Commonwealth
Burg
A N S W Labour Comment on Press Correspondence
A. E. Bennett of the New South Wales All for Australia League states the group is neither pro nor anti Labor. He defends the League as for Australia and workers, urges action against Communists in Maitland and Kurri, and calls for sober, nonpartisan education to combat extremism. He notes a British health improvement trend, with death rates halved over the past eighty years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. E. Bennett
N.S.W
All'for Australia League
Australia
Langue
Bennett Hiad
Maitland
Karel Xurri
Bennett
Australis
Robertstown School Concert Ends Term With Community Fest
Robertstown pupils closed the term with a thronged Thursday concert. Mothers and siblings filled the forge to watch about 38 amateur acts, while residents hope for a larger turnout later. A football match was delayed by a previous association program, and Monday June 5 hosts a county team charity event. Mushroom warnings and local market notes follow along with talk of Mongolata gold prospects and a plough accident causing minor disruption.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Robertstown School
Severs
Sissie
Siena
Julie
Robertatown
Robertstown
Roberts
Tast Coles Brox
Mongolata
Rpvings Gold Mining’ Company
Connril
Socialised industry debate echoed by farmer in public
A farmer questions socialisation of industry, arguing public service work benefits the whole community yet yields him little pay. He notes crops are taken to fund city needs and admits some support returns via superphosphate, while neighbors fear debt and blame export markets. He cites cooperation groups and Chamber of Minutes factors in the discussion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Yalthough
Harbor Board
Chamber of Minnix Factores
Fio
Adelaide to Burra SRW
Bruce reports two trips planned for Monday as the service evolves. The recurring SRW route connects Adelaide and Burra with adjustments to schedule and coverage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Burra Srw
Bruce
Rainfall Records Show Monthly Totals for 1916 19 20 21
The record lists each month’s rainfall totals and notes that only yearly totals for 1916 19 20 21 are available. This brief summary preserves names and dates while indicating gaps in data as shown in the source.
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Yea
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Eis
Dyramy
Dasolig
Lure Das
Are Et
Apoinga Gold Mining Company
Golden Fleece
Motor Spirit
Kooringa
Two's Company
Farre
Hagdo
Boitec
The
AFA Labour
Wrigleys
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