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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 10, 1930
Page
12
A fragmented report mentions a Sunday occasion at the Row Seven Mile Street Bank near Shore. It notes tests or measurements and references vin tail tee and seers birt eedaale, but the readable facts are sparse and unclear.
In Canberra July 9 the House of Representatives heard the budget speech with Treasurer Me JH Scullin interrupted in committee. Scullin, sworn in as Treasurer, read for about 191 minutes before the speech concluded. The debate shifted to preliminaries of the Arbitration bill as Mr EG Theodore, former Treasurer, sat on the government side.
CANBERRA July 9 The House of Representatives faced a sharp budget debate as Treasurer J. HL Seut Bry blamed policy inertia for tightening finances. Government warned of reduced local spending and rising unemployment amid lower commodity values and a tight London market. The Finance Minister outlined revenue shortfalls and higher costs, stressing the need for temporary finance from London and Australian banks to cover a deficit and restore confidence.
A discussion on new taxes touching households and consumer costs. Officials note government aims to reduce expenditure while preserving essential services. The debate covers defence cuts, war pensions, and migration programs, with emphasis on balancing revenue and social protections.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses wartime fiscal items, including import controls, state and federal reparations, and debt totals. It references the Governor, War Services, and components of a federal migration agreement, with scattered monetary figures and notes on redemption and debts.
Harwood Wall and a Beckett anchor a stout chase as Australia’s batting order resists Notts. Ponsford and Jackson craft a brisk partnership with Voce troubling the bowlers, while Larwood’s late spells shape the contest. Australia lead by 144 with 40 minutes left, amid a faltering tail.
In Townsville on a wet Saturday a car driven by J Somers disappeared into a ten foot hole in a road. The incident followed a steam roller treatment near a brick culvert, with the car swallowed by the hole as locals watched.
Alderman Allen Cauch acting mayor announced freedom for city juveniles who had scattered during the Fourth. Authorities aimed to gather them again without precedent as police and officials coordinated a quiet crackdown.
Sydney July 9 The Surrey Hills Labor League voted to push Mr Theodore to resign the Dalley seat until his name is cleared calling for the action at the next executive meeting. Delegates were instructed to back the decision amid debate over statements by Moon raves and Garden regarding Labor unity.
A parliamentary report fuels a clash as E B Theodore claims a Brisbane morning conference involving B Fahey ET Real and MacPherson in Melbourne, denying any such meeting. MacPherson Real and others insist no conference occurred and condemn the commission’s inference as scandalous.
A fragmented OCR item names McCormack and Sydney with scattered terms. The readable portions suggest a personal or place reference but lack a clear event or action to summarize. Further readable context is needed to form a concise card.
A fragmented budget summary notes deficits from CLATGIG orders and June 20, 1929. It cites a £7,000,300 loan safeguard against a 1930 debt peak of about £1,008,500 with drastic defence and civil economy cuts proposed. The text hints at commodity price adjustments and tax changes affecting postal and customs duties.
The All-India Congress Working Committee is declared unlawful under the Crymumral Law Amendment Act after arrests incl Pandit Nese and secretary. Demonstrations occur in Bombay while frontier normalizes. convictions and disobedience fears rise. Mokamatadans focus on conference groundwork ahead of October London talks. Unstable elements persist but fade from prior rapid intensity.
The sender seeks a correction after a Brisbane solicitor mentioned Mr Fahes's name in relation to a prior Brisbane item. The note says information was misformed and based on inadequate toast from a Brisbane source. They request the proper correction and clarification.
A fragmented report describes a family claiming contact with a deceased relative through a spirit medium. The text mentions discussions with a named individual and hints at ongoing efforts to prove or communicate the alleged presence from the afterlife.
A garbled report from London notes that Azaralian Cable Servier and Lord Wakewell are involved in a conflict over Mrs Exgitend IN Ra. The decision appears to confirm that she will not race this year amid unclear circumstances and questionable spelling.
Jo and Mr Theodore, departing Canberra, intend to tour Brisbane and Sydney to visit Sadie and handle freight arrangements. They will visit Bri Ivetentine in the coming days for the next steps.
Government awaiting report as Premier faces questions on intention and future actions. Officials note scrutiny by the Law Department and Government officials on course of action, while Campbell comments on the report and position.
Premier defines position in Brisbane as Bremer says there was no action against Theodore alone, but if there is an issue there may be charges. Meare asserts lead at the express, while Mr Theodore and others are connected to a disputed case. Officials say actions will be taken, with ushers in concern and a formal response forthcoming.
The commentary notes that Theodore Red opposes rushed action and demands for a fair trial. It cites Premier Moore’s insistence the government will not be hurried, endorses the Commissioner’s report as definitive, and argues indictable corruption offenses require public legal process and defense opportunities.
The Labor Daily editorial from Sydney comments on the Mangana Commission, urging Theodore to face examination and allow witness scrutiny to establish innocence. It argues for an unbiased Royal Commission process, suggesting a caucus of trusted members to ensure fair proceedings and credibility.
The text presents garbled phrases about a secretary’s role and a demand for vindication, mentioning individuals named Brinate and Mn Rind. It hints at a formal inquiry or protest over who should lead or oversee an arrangement, though the readable reads are fragmentary and lack clear outcomes or dates.
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