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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 05, 1931
Page
3
Fragmented report outlines European opinions on Indian governance, with references to parties, delegates, and potential shifts in power. The text mentions committees, commissions, and possible regional influence across Bengal, Bombay, and other provinces, highlighting tensions over control and reforms.
A record of proposals from the Indian National Congress and allied bodies urging direct elections for the Council of State, imperial army controls, and a strengthened British Indian legal status. The document calls for preservation of minority protections, equal status of British and Indian subjects, a ban on revolutionary Congress activity, and severe action against civil disobedience while seeking a constitutional framework through the Round Table Conference.
A December report criticizes internal Labor Party strife in Australia, highlighting Prime Minister Scullin and internal rivals as the party faces accusations of treachery and mishandled finances. It notes opposition to the Melbourne agreement, calls for restoring credit and managing the 24 million loan, and discusses migration policy, including the landing ban on Italian and other migrants and concerns over the Orford and Oranto incidents.
An Australian wide drive to reduce all costs will start in January with simultaneous meetings in multiple centres. Kyabram has long pushed reform and Victoria and New South Wales echo similar aims to restore industry. Prominent figures including Sir Adrian Knox and Sir Norman Katers circle are tied to the effort. Rumors of further political unrest persist as the public grows uneasy while Parliament winds down for the year. The Premier’s Conference seeks a fair budget despite ongoing stringency and government criticism.
A fertile gale at Armidale New England district ripped a grandstand roof from the racecourse and carried it over 60 yards. Electric wires in a nearby street were cut by falling timber. Fruit trees along the storm’s path were badly damaged. Several sheds were unrooted but few casualties were reported.
A fragment notes election activity with remarks on the Partners' Party and candidates. The readable portion hints at campaign dynamics in Norway, mentioning candidates and a campaign atmosphere, but lacks clear events, dates, or outcomes.
Crowds gathered for a holiday event in Flaggy Creek where scarlet and green decorations set a festive mood. The euchre tournament and dancing showcased old-time and pre-war styles as Mrs G Ganes and Mrs Colin McKenzie won ladies prizes while Mr Hector Waugh and others claimed gentlemen prizes. Hospital committee president Mr J Ledtie thanked supporters as the event boosted the hospital by over £53 and wrapped with New Year wishes despite heavy rain reducing attendance.
The Gordonvale Branch held its monthly meeting in the scout hall on Sunday with chair Car H atkes and members M J Hoare K Simmons B Mahoney W Bell H Humphries C Finter Herr PF Monson FA Roberts H Hardwick Amy J Baumgarten C Cosgrove and the secretary. Condolences were extended to M J Hoare and Mrs M J Hoare. Cm W Bell was welcomed back from hospital to Blighty with acclamation. Amy, recovering from an accident, also received an ovation. New member C Cosgrove was welcomed. The annual general meeting is set for January 1. Every Digger should attend. Cm J Stokes nominated for district president. Hoare will not stand. R Simmonds appointed delegate to the district conference. The president extends New Year wishes to the Women’s Auxiliary and friends. a vote of thanks closed the meeting.
A survey of political and social issues in Australia notes parliamentary action and public affairs as year ends. It mentions a Richmond court fine for a man who allegedly threw a bull dog at a constable, with a defense about the dog’s animal behavior. It also covers remarks on Victoria’s soup at Pentridge, a proposed Kingsford commemorative stamp, and a World Conference trip denial for a Victorian official. The piece critiques public spending on holidays, restrictions on Sunday trade, and long-standing laws dating to 1667, while calling for prudent governance in 1931.
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