A.C.T.U Orders Victorian Strikers to Court
Sydney April 30 The executive of the Australasian Council of Trade Unions directs the AEU and the Ironworkers Union and all metal trades unions to apply to the Commonwealth Arbitration Court for a variation of the Federal metal trades award to reflect a 1 a week rise in marginal rates. The unions should arrange for the return to work by May 7 and use the Mooney Award as a basis for the appeal. The decision passes 8–4 with Queensland delegates voting no.
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Sydney
Australasian Council of Trade Unions
A.E.U
Ironworkers’ Union
Metal Trades Award
Commonwealth Arbitration Court
Federal Metal Trades Award
Arbitration Court
Mooney
Commonwealth Council
A.C.T.U
Tellerseunye
Nauus
Eaplayers
Uciemgs
Hegumens
Gaitn
Gaanewerabie
Certa
Australia
Thoussada Ia
Heme
Iead
Flertricians
Australasian Society of Engineers
AEC
ABU
Road of Workers’ Union
A. Phitt
ACTM
Trades and Labour Couneil
Trade Union Crisis Drives Victorian Labor Split Fears
Australian arbitration court activity dominates singles string of industrial tensions as ACT and AEU face firm resistance from Victorian unions. Leaders warn a major split could redraw the nation’s labor map while calls for wage increases clash with public interest. Chief Judge Drake-Brockman insists only court-awarded hikes are lawful and vows clear stance as Metro powerhouses risk shutdown.
Strike Statement From Former President in Dairying Row
The newly elected president Mr. DC Perkins said the rank and file of Sardena dairymen fell tonight but the State Council could still sanction sectional strikes within the State. He tabled a resolution to consult dairymen before strikes, which was not accepted. Jamieson noted subsidies on dairying granted by the Federal Government were not a result of direct action threats.
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A.O.T.U
A.E.U. AL
Vietorian
Untigma
Cranwell
Ac.i.u
Sydney
Melbourne
A.E.U
Justice Drake-Brockman
Arbitration Court
Federated Ironworkers’ Association
Victorian Chamber of Manufactures
AELU
DC. Perkins
Sardena
State Council
Jamieson
The
Labour's Record Disappointing in Queensland Campaign Speech
In Warwick on April 30, Federal Country Party Leader A W Fadden denounced Labour Governments as having governed Queensland for nearly a generation with a lamentable production record. He said reconversion from war to peace lagged, even two years after hostilities ended, and criticised Labour for talking of millions without ability to spend due to shortages. He warned that long tenure fosters ineffectiveness and complacency.
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Warwick
Country Party
A W. Fadden
Labour
Queensland
Australia
Fadden
Duty to cut prices urged by Truman message
Washington April 3 President Truman urged that a threat of inflation could be countered by reducing prices. The message was part of a broader appeal to stabilize the economy and curb rising costs across sectors.政府
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Washington
Truman
Ambiguous OCR fragment on disease and surveillance laws
Fragment describes animal disease concerns such as rabies and encephalomyelitis, notes gaps in quarantine or surveillance under current law, and mentions air traffic and overseas attention prompting a potential amendment. Details are incomplete and read as an OCR fragment.
Bandits Shoot Motor Cyclist in London Heist
London police launch year’s biggest manhunt for three gunmen after a masked quartet shot and killed a motorcyclist near a jeweller’s shop. A suspect, Alexander de Antiquis, 34, identified as the slain man’s name, was married with six children. the gunmen fled along Tottenham Court Road.
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London
Apr
Beater
Ss. Sante London
Ato Pte
Wee
Jewellers
Amd
Tottenham Court’ Road
Maseger
Alexander de Antiquis
Road Transport Fee Probe Inquiries Opened
An inquiry into road transport fee practices is underway with officials seeking details to assess compliance and potential adjustments. The probe aims to identify irregularities and determine necessary actions.
Australia heading for civil war debate in parliament
In Canberra on April 30, Mr H Beale Lib MSW warned that Australia was heading toward civil war amid a sweeping industrial crisis. He supported amendments to the Arbitration Bill aimed at punishing wildcat strikes and lockouts, arguing unions whipped up the rank and file, while urging government acceptance for a steadier labour climate.
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Canberra
Australia
House of Etree
H. Beale
Rank and File
Political clash in Melbourne debating bars and Nazis tactics
In a heated session the opposition calls for punishment of Sickers and demands bars for threatening figures. Speakers accuse each other of Nazi tactics with criticism of misleading statements and government strings. The discussion centers on security, political tactics, and accountability.
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H. G. Gullett
Lib. Vic
Melbourne
S&s. M. Falstein
Lab. Ns.w
Evatt
Holt
K. E J. Ward
Hitler
Evatt Replies in House on Petition and Motions
Dr. H. V. Evatt, Minister for External Affairs, answered in the House of Representatives on a faltering petition and motions. He referenced the United Nations Organisation and noted a police matter raised by Mr. BR G Menzies. The exchange touched on limited powers of a committee and the implications for smaller nations.
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H. V. Evatt
House of Representatives
Falis
Uted
Dr. Evatt
BR. G. Menzies
Police
Tornadoes Cost Many Lives And Wreck U.S. Towns
A deadly series of tornadoes devastated multiple American towns, leaving many dead and wounded. Warnings failed to reach shelters in time as residents struggled to reach safety before the storms struck.
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U.S
Wweman
Teechir
Mito
Derkném
Blistering attack on methods of police during murder trial
The Chief Justice criticized police methods in a murder case. Four detectives questioned a suspect without improper inducement. Justice Street noted trial judges have powers to prevent unfair influence and ensure fair proceedings. evidence deemed admissible with caution.
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Justice Davidson
Aone
Justice Street
Pele
Victory for Indian Chief at Brisbane match
The Australian event saw Indian Chief defeat the American foe Thies in a closely contested match. Wolf weighed in but could not overturn the decisive early lead.
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Brisbane
Moore
Wolf
Mining authority granted in Chilagee field to Broken Hill South
The Minister for Mines Mr V C Gair announced in Brisbane on April 30 that Medanee authority under the Min Act has been granted to Broken Hill South. The prospecting right covers about 2900 square miles in the Chilagee mineral belt, enabling exploration for lead zinc porphyry tungsten limestone gold and related minerals in an area previously dormant. The decision marks a major forward step for mining in the Cairns hinterland with activities expanding beyond former focus.
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Brisbane
V. C. Gair
Broken Hill
Chillagee
Cairns
Ey Ag Sninorate
Giceoie Ae Wolfram
Increased copper prices approved by Prices Commissioner
Canberra reports the Prices Commissioner approved higher copper prices, setting a new maximum of £130 a ton for standard ore and £350 a ton for refined product. The measure, effective from the announced date, follows prior increases while keeping local producer prices above world levels to encourage production.
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Canberra
Meaches
McCarthy
Food parcel dealing probe target firms activities
Investigation into firms linked to parcel trade reveals refunds and ongoing scrutiny. Mentions P. and B Cantre Limited in Beaufort Gardens and assorted consignments including coffee sugar and cocoa valued at about £1 3s. Also notes Polish papers and Australian trade representatives in London reviewing the conduct of the organization and its members.
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Messrs. E. Hansen
Junr
M. O’brien
Unnion
Victorian
Pyme
Ape Fagonies
Mr Crapwall
Ad Pees
Qd.c
Feime
MR. Fadden
Ganie Bone
U.S. Bush
Ooverseas
Sensation
State Transport Commission
Ee Lee Secenamerat
UN Organisation
DS. Evatt
Gympie
Haw
Lavers
Afpfeal
Chillagoe
MR. Chifley
Giffin
Automobile Workers
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