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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 03, 1934
Page
2
Government plans to develop a new war feeding program face sharp criticism over funding and potential misuse. Officials insist the scheme aims to stabilize civilian supply chains while opponents warn of waste and lack of oversight. Local observers call for transparent budgeting and independent audits.
Melbourne officials clash over proposed 18 percent freight cut to Britain and the role of electric power, with engineers and authorities debating penalties under the Electric Light and Power Act 1896. A guilty plea was entered in a related matter as discussions about supply from New Star Cafe and Empire Gate affect exporters and shipowners.
A damaged account describes extortionate measures around electric supply from the New Star Cateline and the Empire Case. Officials debate penalties as authorities fault the Anthecite for possible power shortages and long term reliability.
In Sydney on May 1 Mrs Aimes Helle Edole faced charges tied to sealing sums of 100, 1109, 300 and 1500 pounds belonging to Percy McConnall via Mr A Movertey for Mrs dole. The state argued the accused stole the money while the magistrate discharged the defendant, finding insufficient grounds to convict.
The Home Secretary announced a forestry station near Brisbane to house offenders under prision terms. The plan, tied to Lands Department actions, aims to oversee convict labor and provide earnings while keeping detainees away from criminals and warders. The proposal prompted questions from the Minister for Lawda and drew criticism over its treatment of prisoners.
Canberra April 27 The fifth volume of questions on international agreements and provisions to prevent double taxation and fiscal evasion has been published by the League of Nations Secretariat. It includes ten general agreements between Belgium and Holland Austria and Belgium Italy France and others, plus notes between South Africa and Southern Rhodesia on succession duties and various tax categories.
Sydney reports that Frank Twyford William Lamb and Cyril Duhal, all from Goulburn, faced charges for falsely claiming 1484 11 and related railway vouchers were valid. Prosecutors alleged large-scale discount fraud involving thousands of pounds and questioned the authenticity of drawn instruments. Bail of 1000 was set with conditions as the case continued.
The week brought heavy rain that covered the wharf and delayed the Daintree launch on Thursday. A. Turner and R. Porter delivered bullocks from Butcher's Hill to Mr. T. Marin and planned to fetch more. Vera Werert and Ernest Schuy wed in Cairns and returned by plane to Daintree Heads. Roy Watson visited to inspect draught horses. Mrs. Frank Fischer traveled to Cairns aboard Monday's launch.
Melbourne and Sydney reports describe police enforcing a ban on May Day processions. In Melbourne mounted and motorized units blocked the route as the crowd dispersed near Trades Hall. In Sydney, about 1000 uniformed officers watched but allowed orderly conduct with the parade breaking up outside central locations.
May The Pahinet today reaffirm opposition to government production restrictions. The acting premier announced the cabinet firm on the policy and ministers resolved to adhere as the premier departs for a distant event.
Publications praise Maurice Tate as a famed English bowler and charming personality. The article notes his forthcoming moderately priced book offering behind the scenes anecdotes from dressing room, nursery, and home, along with stories from his Australian tours and Test match history.
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