No Surprises In Federal Budget Speech
Canberra Sept 19 Presenting the Federal Budget to the House of Representatives the Treasurer Mr J B Chifley estimates revenue for 1947 48 at 397 million after concessions a fall of 15 million from last year Expenditure is set at 427 million down 23 million from 1946 47 Defence and post war charges fall 64 million while other spending rises 41 million Major notes include ending the war time company tax a 3 5 million hit to revenues and sales tax concessions costing 2 8 million this year Social services rise by 15 million with higher payments to old age and invalid pensioners and more pensioners.
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House of Representatives
J. B. Chifley
Nation's Defence Expense Pushes Postwar Budget Limits
The review explains postwar defence costs and global commitments, noting Australia and Commonwealth ties. It highlights prewar and current funding levels for naval, military and air force needs, training, and technology, with shifts in taxation and postwar financial adjustments to meet ongoing responsibilities.
Abolition of War Time Company Tax Debate
Wartime measures face overhaul as government contemplates ending the company tax levy. Government revenue changes include excise duties and subsidies, with projections of subsidies and export support. Additional costs arise from postal payments, coastal freight subsidies, and immigration service provisions.
Queensland poll shows mixed support for bank nationalisation
A Brisbane survey finds 64 percent of those polled favor bank nationalisation in principle but most oppose government action. The Liberal Party leader urges continued protest against any move while public figures including Mr Casey address the QPP annual event. The poll reports 71 percent support protect measures and 18 percent oppose the plan, with data tied to regional concerns.
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Liberal Party
Caser Wedey
Casey Wget Mawae
Rocke Nampton
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Queensland
Dollar Savings Films Canberra Scheme Examined
A report from Canberra describes a new scheme intended to avoid taxing American earnings in Australia. The plan aims to control financial flows, with action under review by two Commonwealth authorities.
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Canberra
Amerian
Australis
Commonwealth
Soviet Pressure on Persia Reported in March Talks
Fragmentary dispatches from Tehran indicate Soviet officials pressed for concessions on industry and economic controls. The notes show Soviet negotiators insisting on terms that would secure influence over Persia’s industrial sectors and financial arrangements.
Boom in Exports May Not Continue Warning by PM
The prime minister warned that the current restriction on dollar expenditure could end and called for further measures if necessary to control the situation.
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Weng
Perth
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Security Council
Necessity for Full Employment and War Finance
Mr Chifley argued that full employment is the key to solving postwar economic problems. He warned that without full employment, Australia would face renewed strain as overseas commitments rise. He noted large sums in dollars tied to war expenses and suggested Britain could be aided within Australia’s external income limits if export income falls, stressing a central goal of maintaining available labour.
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Flood forces mass evacuation in Tokyo after dam breach
Eastern Tokyo suffers a devastating flood as a dam breach releases floodwaters. Thousands flee the rising waters, with widespread damage to industry and homes. The disaster threatens western suburbs and crews race to salvage possessions amid a rising death toll.
Diver's death after world record bid in Paris plea
An international report notes a diver died during a world record attempt in Paris. The event prompted officials to review safety and support measures as authorities seek to understand the circumstances surrounding the fatal incident. The article also covers broader economic tensions and allied talks affecting Australia and Britain, including dollar scarcity, export aims, and import needs.
State Cabinet approves 1.6 million for new railway stock
Brisbane Sep 17 State Cabinet approves expenditure of 1.6 million pounds for construction of new railway rolling stock for Queensland. Bulk orders expected from England with government ready to place an officer there. Programme includes locomotives cattle stock goods waggons water trucks and refrigerated cars, added to a previous car order of about 1.387 million pounds.
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Wad Roux
Public Service Setainert Available Mem Aorrerra
A fragmented historical notice reports on public service appointments and salary figures for high court judges and treasury officials. It mentions Adjournment Bills and salaries ranging from 21400 to 4521000, with references to the Director-general of the Be Oil Aviation Department and the Commerce Department.
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United Nations Cascades on Disarmament Debates Persists
International debates show calls for discipline and reform within the United Nations. Key figures including India's representatives and Soviet delegate Vishinsky spar over disarmament, vetoes, and the UN’s future role. Western nations push disarmament while warning of bloc divides and independent security pacts.
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General Assembly
Moves to Cool Off Grain Speculators
Washington reports the Secretary announced a plan to calm grain markets with a 20 percent overall lower, hoping to ease livestock feeding costs and curb price rises. International feed officials doubt the measures will work amid concerns of exploitation.
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Washington
Mr Anderson
Orily
H. Volun
Directed Workers Choice for 308 London
A historical wartime labor plan outlines directives for directing unemployed men and women to work. It specifies allocation to home or away sites, travel allowances, and conditions for single and married workers, detailing how the pool of applicants would be assigned to available jobs.
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Hurricane Menaces New Orleans Storm Warnings Spread Wide
A historic hurricane threat looms over New Orleans with warnings stretching 500 miles. Shelters with 800 beds opened at municipal auditorium as Army loudspeakers call residents to readiness. Estimated Florida damage reaches 341 million with hundreds of homes destroyed or damaged and several communities evacuated or warned.
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First women to fly Bass Strait record set by Hobart fliers
An Australian report notes the first women to fly Bass Strait, with pilots Miss Pat Orion and Miss Nina Watts among the crew. They completed the crossing from Hobart at 6am after refueling at Plindors Leland, achieving a historic milestone in aviation as the second leg of the journey continued with other companions.
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Soviet Delegate Accuses War Plans Against United States
A Soviet delegate claims the USSR plans to attack the United States, and officials deny the assertion. The dispute arises amid tense diplomatic exchanges and media scrutiny over potential military aggression and defense postures.
Man fatally injured by jet suction in plane nose
A man died after being fatally hurt by jet suction into a plane nose in New York. Police and emergency responders investigated the incident. authorities described it as a fatal workplace accident tied to aircraft maintenance.
Ranking Rook U Becomes Front Page Item
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a ranking and rents, with unclear names and dates. The readable bits suggest a ranking item tied to a person or team, but no concrete actions, entities, or locations are preserved enough to specify.
Knights Nephew Sconce Pet Non Knight’s Nephew
Fragmentary OCR reads as a garbled note about a late Os Jqraton and a “38 60k” sum with Jovian reference. Core details are unclear. no coherent event or entities clearly emerge beyond mentions of names and a monetary figure.
Fragmented text from foreign affairs debate and wartime rhetoric
The passage references a chairman of foreign affairs and a series of revolutionary themes. It cites Winston Churchill’s remarks from a floating meeting and mentions attempts to spread panicked rhetoric across democracies. The excerpt alludes to attacks on peace loving nations and calls for mobilization in response to perceived threats.
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