Super land tax debate in Queensland Parliament heats up
Forceful criticism rose as opposition members attacked the governments super land tax policy in the Queensland Parliament. They argued it penalizes primary producers and drives people into the eition while Mr W AL Russell accused the Government of lacking knowledge of land matters amid heated exchanges with Mr Wid Deacon and other opposition figures.
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Debate on land taxation fuels split among Queensland leaders
The debate features W A Buesel and Premier clashing with Mr. Russell over land tax. Speakers argue it harms small landholders, deters capital, and stifles development, with ministers claiming the levy funds state improvements while critics call for reduction or abolition.
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Views of Motherland on Foreign Invasion
A London dispatch reports Scottish expatriates in Canada voicing alarm over land sales to American Jews and loss of landmarks. James Eccles, 42, says Scotland has not progressed with overseas commitments and fears a coming conflict in Scottish history. Andrew Malcolm, away four years, decries abandonments and predicts upheaval.
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Totet or Books Taxation Question
In a Parliament debate on the Appreciation Bill, Mr G Morgan says heavy taxes on horse racing hurt the sport. He argues a 10 percent tote tax or a 9 percent bookmaker tax would not reduce revenue, noting tote investors pay more tax per unit than bookies.
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G. Morgan
Fonpte
Award Cancelled for Queensland Bricklayers Union
Brisbane August 21 The Arbitration Court cancelled the registration of the United Operative Bricklayers Society of Queensland and voided the bricklayers award effective from August 7 following James Collins request for deregistration and immediate union admission. The court, chaired by James Webby and AL Ferry, adjourned August 7 for reconsideration but proceeded after a member letter established no change in union stance.
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Idlay
Johannsen Admits Revolutionary View Amid Gallery Disturbance
Jacob Johannsen, charged with intimidating Crown witnesses Powell and Rigby, admitted being a revolutionary. He defended peaceful means, denied direct action, and claimed the Union Jack stands for working-class freedom while opposing Communism and claiming support for majority rule. The court discussed potential contempt for witness interference.
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False tax returns impose heavy fines in Brisbane Summons Court
In Arisbane on August 21 two individuals faced heavy penalties for false income tax returns. Andrew Lind, a contractor, was fined £200 and ordered to pay double the evaded tax after a report showed he understated income from 1920 to 1926. Thomas Coates, a Brisbane broker, received £150 fine plus double tax and an adjournment to September 21. Coates also faced £20 for producing false remits related to Derek Sellars' returns.
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Archdall
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Brisbane
Navy Week at Portsmouth Open Ships Draw Crowds
London readers learn Portsmouth hosts Navy Week with ships open to the public. A highlight is the aircraft carrier Fat rions featuring a two floor hangar and a flight deck 78 feet above water, with aircraft moved to the flight deck by lifts.
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Wonderful Escape Plane Forced Landing Near Osford
Milt Kent and companion survived a forced landing 14 miles east of Osford after engine trouble. Captained by Boyden, Kent circled a perilous headland before a precise nose-on landing between timber and cliffs with only undercarriage damage. Kent and Larry Phipps remained safe as rescuers arranged fuel and onward travel.
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Perial Airways Faces Foreign Competition Alarm
The Daily Express aviation correspondent notes a 5 percent dividend on Imperial Airways for the year ending March and warns Britain against foreign encroachment as Germany and Junkers plans reveal a continental to Ireland to England air route. Proposals include seaplane hops from Queenstown via Hull, with rapid Dublin to London links and a reduced Dublin to London time.
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World Jamboree and Peace Influence Speech at Birkenhead
Lord Forster, former Governor-General of Australia, told a Downton Castle scout rally that next year’s world jamboree at Birkenhead would surpass forty Leagues of Nations. He praised the League as valuable but noted it lacks the people of each country, stressing youth peace work when assembled.
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Alleged Civic Graft In Sydney Coal Contracts
Sydney claims allege former Lord Mayor Mostyn and Alderman E were offered small payments if Austral Investments Ltd won coal supply contracts for the City Council. Allegations include 25000 in commission paid to Connell without directors’ knowledge. chairman says funds would have halted if bribes were known.
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Empire Forestry Conference Opens in Australia Arrives Delegates
Fre mantle hosts the Empire Forestry Conference in Fremantle with Lord Clinton leading the delegation as chairman. Major forestry officials from Britain Nigeria Burma and Ceylon attend alongside Sir Peter Clutterbuck and Professor A Troupe. Clinton stresses timber for posterity and Empire resources, urging active government engagement and local timber needs.
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Yeates Nominated for NCP Senate Seat in Queensland
Brisbane August 11 Herbert Yeates of Toowoomba a candidate for selection by the National Country Party for the vacant Senate seat caused by Senator Givens death Yeates a Bowen native has long lived in Toowoomba and serves as managing director of Yeates Bros Ltd The council with about 17 representatives from across Queensland will vote about mid September for the candidates
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Clever gang of forgers broken up in Berlin
Berlin police say they have crushed a dangerous forger gang active across Europe defrauding banks of hundreds of thousands of pounds. Luigi Milano attempted to obtain 1000 and fled after a false pass and altered letter of credit from Yokohama Specie Bank. Two others were arrested. headquarters cited as Mareclles with five more family members sought. Italian police allege Milano worked in Italy.
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Grafton Bridge Delays Hinder Through Line to Brisbane
Chief Railway Commissioner Mr Fraser told a deputation at Grafton that the Clarence River bridge connecting the through line to Brisbane is not progressing and will not open soon. He said work on the structure remains slow while funding awaits federal action. A new bridge over the Richmond River at Capin would start as soon as funds are available from the Federal Government.
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GIFT DUTY ACT APPEAL TO FULL COURT
Brisbane August 21 the first case under the Queensland Gift Duty Act 192m occupied the Mil Court with Justices Macrossan Webb and Wayback The appellant challenged sections of the act arguing retroactivity and constitutional issues The hearing adjourned to tomorrow with arguments on whether the act infringed the Commonwealth constitution and coverage of the gift details including policies shares and mortgage debts.
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Ex Ambassador Dead in Dublin After Heart Attack
Colonel George Harvey former ambassador to Britain died in Dublin New Hampshire after a heart attack.
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New Hampshire
George Harvey
Britain
Train Smash West Australian Derailment Near Perth
A derailed train two miles west of Korrelocking on August 22 after a curve portion of track cleaned for relaying caused one truck to leave the rails. Five trucks telescoped and a corridor coach toppled. Rails torn for about 60 yards. Debris included splintered sleepers wheat bags and twisted iron. One passenger W Tucoha aged 16 of York seriously injured with a fractured thigh. five others injured from glass and impact.
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Guard’s Escape Marked by Lavatory Breach Before Train Derailment
A guard exposed in the lavatory of a first class coach barely escaped as a derailment ripped through a car. A fifteen boiler and heavy wagon toppled, injuring two men and jarring a passenger carriage. One victim, Frederick Henshin, 22, was freed after over an hour and taken to hospital. Twelve second class passengers escaped serious harm as a horse in the car was finally freed.
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Country Party Aims Discussed In Parliament Meeting
At a Brisbane parliamentary gathering the Country Party focused on curbing spread of bobby topi kenanas and other specific issues. An official statement noted hints of joint marketing of Commonwealth primary products and calls for stricter action on related problems. The upcoming Ulurnett seat by election prompted volunteer support for the party.
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First rivet seals Brisbane Cathedral milestone
A historic ceremony in Brisbane marks driving the first rivet and main girder rivet in the new Holy Trinity Cathedral. Archbishop Duhig and government officials witness as Australian workmanship prevails in the project, with 410 men employed on site. The cathedral is slated to become one of the southern hemisphere’s finest ecclesiastical buildings.
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No News Atlantic Fliers Overdue in Greenland
Ottawa reports Canadian government stations vigilant for missing Kevekter r qwhonre whose flight from Cree land to Abt Evans Sweden Ton aims for final fom. Short wave messages sent without reannounce. If fiefs crash in Canadian territory, trouble arises locating a path over barren terrain.
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Ward affirms NZ United Party leadership request
Sir Joseph Ward, arriving in New Zealand, says 50 United Party candidates have asked him by cable to accept its leadership and he will confer with party representatives on arrival.
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United Party of New Zealand
New Zealared
Australians face unemployment amid debate on migration
Sir Galway, former Governor of Australia and Highrebhee Movement chair, warned unemployment would worsen in Australia. He credited Britons and Australians for readiness to work but cautioned that Australian workers face a hard path as immigration policies and employment prospects shift.
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Revolver Incident Leads to Police Court Plea in Brisbane
Ri llardy and Edward Shier pleaded guilty to unlawfully assaulting journalist Joby Frank Power on August 21. Police Magistrate Arch dall remanded them for sentence to tomorrow afternoon, allowing £50 bail with a £50 surety for each defendant.
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Inquiry into Method Firmly Probed in Sydney Scam
Sub-inspector Lipp details defendants arriving from Sydney establishing the OK Buildings as “the N.S.W. Divisions.” They allegedly sold land, prompting complaints to police and a newspaper. Threats were made, an automatic pistol shown, but no proceedings issued as the complainant stated fear had ceased and Power would protect himself if attacked.
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Plane crash decapitates boy amid crowd
A passenger interfered with an airship controls during an attempted flight in Pelorabe. The pilot avoided a crash into spectators but the knife blade struck a fore eyelist in the neck, decapitating him.
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Unemployment Rise Reported in London Aug 21
Unemployed figures show an ongoing increase in London with total workless at 1,031,000 for August 31, up 29,229 from the previous fortnight and 290,050 higher than a year earlier. The report notes continued strain on employment services and related measures.
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