Political Control Of Banks In Australia Debated
A long discussion examines government influence on banking policy, weighing central bank powers, treasury control, and risks of political meddling. The piece compares the Bank of England and national approaches, warning that excessive government involvement could threaten monetary neutrality and economic stability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pepe
Australia
Soutioe
Lovejoy
Lavon Gogpena
Tonic Feeleed of the Treasury
Ental
Altea
Elestaraves
Wedir Poliny Saat
Ghey AC
Michialiany
Tferty
Treasury
Banking Commission
Bank of England
Vieommmundy
Bain Legislalon
Elyqiratons
Red Army Birthday Observed Amid Calls for Peace
Fragmentary report notes celebrations and political rhetoric referencing the Red Army. Mentions Mrs Kathleen Mary Parana and a funeral at St Monica's, with references to a son Alfred and a daughter Myrtle. Includes unclear lines about military and public events, a memorial, and a call for peace amid uncertain context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aurerra
Red Army
Ine
Kathleen
Mary Parana
Seine
Aus J Pano
Alfred
Daughiern
St Monica's
Wesien
Tas celine ghalt sale at Rom street
Two tines of tas celine ghalt were offered at Rom street today and were sold at 13/8 and 11/0. One lot of maize was submitted and cleared as a taftitled sale, with total rates paced at 2.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Rom Street
Mrs Annie Meena 4 well-known paneer of the distri
Mrs Annie Meena 4 well known residents of the district, and Mrs H McNeill of Art Mullanie attend funeral arrangements. The article notes survivors including sons and daughters and lists relatives with spelling errors. The memorial service for Mrs Meena is scheduled for 3 o'clock this afternoon at Parramatia street residence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Distri
Annie McNell
I. Sheehy
Cyrine Mall Caine
Thomas Whighit
Milan
Feggendanner
Charters Towers
Hennessey
Tnaistail
Funeral details for Panom and Mulgreva reed match
Funeral notices describe service for Panom and Mulgreva reed at Catena Cemetery and Montene Cathedral, with burial arrangements and associated family acknowledgments. Names and locations are given in a damaged OCR text, including Lakeortrret and Frauen Mm, with terse references to funeral directors and the family.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Panom
Evra
Montene
Railway strike threat over wage rise delay
Sydney reporters claim rail workers union leaders warn of direct action after rejection of a 3 shilling weekly wage rise for night work instead of a 9 shilling increase. Commonwealth wide papers note men from the engine drivers and workers threaten stoppages and aim to arrange for general action to continue until the 38 percent penalty rate is debated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Ted
Growin Ter
Australien
Cairns and District Council Collates Weather and Public Works
Reading of council notes for Cairns reveals hospital forecasters and staff plans, repairs to Calling Avenue, and iron lung assessments. Weather data shows south to north wind shifts impacting hospital operations, with emergency access and Red Cross relief distributions noted. Repairs on Edge Street and concrete air raid shelters underway. ward arrangements discussed for elderly patients. Community planning includes plantings, park schemes, and housing considerations as October meetings proceed.
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Cairns
F. Morris
Rounell Wreets
Oumely
Abbottaireet
Amcp
Abbot Street
War Slalon
Abbotterreet
Pigeons Aid Bougainville War Effort Behind Lines
A wartime Australian report details carrier pigeons delivering aid and messages during Bougainville operations. A Sydney doctor treated wounded and captured Japanese soldiers, while pigeons relayed crucial intel to Allied patrols. The unit, including Corporal Ber Grige of New South Wales, relied on birds to connect isolated outposts across jungle terrain.
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Bougainville
Migeoh
Utp Lom
Directorate of Public Melateme
Cpl
Ber Grige
Bexley
New South Wales
Bougainvile
Gally
Valiabie
Moginern
Sydney
Japan
Dogsinville
Boupainille
The
Australian Railways
Mr J Ferguson
Sarryine
Liquor Traffic Debate in Cairns City Hall
At the Cairns monthly meeting the Mayor denounced discreditable liquor trade in the city while condemning wartime profiteering. Alderman Murchison warned against speakeasy practices. a proposal to regulate and register illicit sellers was approved to protect Cairns’ name and curb high alcohol prices.
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Cairne
Colensi
Niguor
Studater
Cairns
Murchison
Tuniste
Townville
Churchill Returns to England After Athens Visit
Fragmentary wire notice notes Mr Churchill's return to England from Athens after a brief stay. No further clear details or dates are legible.
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London
Ren i
AAPL
Churchill
Rnglans
Athens
A. Sten
Court weighs weekly wage rates for metal trades unions
The case before the federal court concerns weekly wage rates and benefits for metal trades workers, with unions seeking arbitration on pay scales. The hearing reviews whether weekly rates or hourly wages should apply and whether a new bonus/flat rate scheme can be set, balancing federal and state award precedents and past union concessions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tae Anania
Twa
Unione
Parsiedaris
Elamena
Thie Vic
Waterfront Hold-Up Echoes 1917 Strikes But In NSW
Fragmentary OCR reports a waterfront dispute in New South Wales with talk of hold-ups and ship crews unable to load water and rations. The text references naval rations, labor councils, and comparisons to the 1917 upheaval, noting escalating tensions and possible declines in frontier costs.
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Rydney
New South Wales
Teaane
Labour
Mr Mlc
Drainage scheme debate bogged in council over costs
City council discussed a lengthy report on drains, noting major work completed but unfinished. The Mayor said government funding should cover extra concreting and underpinning. Alderman McMaras urged detailed estimates and a complete plan before proceeding.
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W. A
Ian Ectendtig
Kirmish
McMaras
Murchison
Mcienric
Ava
Fragmented Postwar Development Debate Sparks Local Tensions
A garbled report outlines a contentious postwar plan with local authorities and councils debating redevelopment of swampy land and utility work. Officials including Crowley and Jenaen pledge actions while others oppose changes and insist on restraint and lawful process.
Outlived to Labour cavous government banking controls
Fragmented text discusses wartime banking powers and Commonwealth Bank administration. Mentions Treasurer Mr B Chifley, Governor General, and special wartime financial provisions. References transfer of funds, control of foreign exchange, and audits by Auditor-General.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treaurer
B. Chifley
Folley
Commonwealth Bank
Ig Dass
M1 Australis
Anc
Auartratia
Schbel
Acemumt
Commonwealth
Elie
Securitien
Advange
Soren
Gropiard
Ais
Strike Threat Over Wages Sparks Australian Railrow Tension
Sydney reports a looming strike threat from the Locomotive Enginemen's Union over wages. A special executive gathering in Melbourne aims to authorize action and set conditions for a national response. Government and railway officials anticipate a coordinated move affecting services in key states.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Tectral
Locomotive Enginemen’s Union
Melbourne
Wwarditag
Woma
Sar
Locomotive Enginemen's Union
Aly Dante
Postwar Wages Slide and Industrial Tensions
Fragmentary report notes shifts in postwar wages and labor expectations. Mentions free market pressures and industrial anxieties as workers and unions weigh possible wage adjustments amid economic readjustment. Names and exact figures are unclear due to OCR errors.
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Cains Post
Seho
Rerlian
Parsons
ANF
Mamaet
MaIsta Tem Ain
Anbbara
Isyen
Fay
Mrs. Annie
Gran
Meena
Stree
SSAA
Oteee
Tarre
Alstratian “Worksey Union
Mare "Tinto
Vanna Malley
Tewnarie
Loco
Engivenen
Naren
Partars
Caines
Uty
P-L Brady
Biieau
Gastern
Calling Avenue
Collins Avenue
FR Morris
P.O.W
Er Habeross
Ozike
George Maloat
Tate
Red Cross
Unidos
Wo Wilson
Marlborough
Me 'B.chataway
Wageon Builider
Persim
Cais
Chataway
Ceorty
D Barlow
Wilsons
Mea
F. McLeaghlin
Cargenter Bergen
Hd, O'weitne
Hallder Donoghue Carpenter
von Lamy
Moma
Pressire & Telter
Department of Health
Brophy
Wandard
Pottinger
Department of Hearth
Perrhied van Barre
Oek
Lorkt
Hove
Walt Ine
Dy Follinger
Gounelt
Florence
Steseta
Charlie Street
Dratenns
Crotons
Grafton
Lake
Abbot Cairests
Francis Neville Schmid
Blanche
Raymond Welty
Aacal
Avene
Efirnn
EL Moore
Sewiony Generaley
Blanche Schmid
Het Iusband
Nolice
Mmeeane Moore
Truk
Caroline Telands
Central Pacific
U.S
Valde
Cartime
Citt Councilt
Metal Trades Unions
Dmntal
Ferry and Rierdna
Hindugtey
Motel
Spd
Ridde
Pemew
Mppsicanta
amaRoy
Awerd
Mont Vial Vars
A. Foley
Feel
Army
Telizweath
Lana
Council
TM Crowley
AIG
FL Jenaen
Aid
Miurehinen
Ina Cole
Ar.u
Colin Cum
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