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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 09, 1940

Page

3

Deadlock in House Delays Tax Bill Debate

Prolonged parliamentary wrangling over the timing of debate on the Queensland Wap Kiime Company tax bill halted adjournment consideration. Leaders exchange sharp criticisms as ministers push for quicker examination while opposition members demand more expert input before the next session.

House of Representatives A.L.P Beakiey Pawtess Udi Lobe Parniatierit Awaum Ab Antimony Mr. Dennings Akaess Saat Ian Lauche Ward Lab

Wheat Farmers Demand Four Shilling Bushel Rate

A contentious farmers and sellers conference debated wheat pricing with a motion for a 4.404 bushel rate rejected. The group settled on 4 shillings per bushel paid on the first sale, with H Turner of Arian Street calling for a predictable price mechanism. The debate highlighted tensions between small growers and larger interests in New South Wales.

H Turner Arian Itr Wales

Military camps proposed for East district areas

The Minister for the Army announces plans to establish military camps in the Marth evoust Areas near New Sutith Wiles under MU Stree authority. The proposal outlines relocation or construction details and aims to bolster regional defense capacity and training facilities.

Army Comsulevinu Suepextil Marthevoust

Eight Hour Day to Remain On October Eight

Sydney reports Premier Me Maidi will not act to stop the eight hour halfday on October 8. The decision relieves doubts raised by the racing community about the Spring Carnival tied to October 7. A petrol waste claim is denied with Senator McLeay explaining transport for short distances is provided to conserve petrol.

Sydney Me Maidi Seta Havest AJC Wulkary Campe Wo Gleen McLeay Sanate

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