Police seize company offices as Royal Commission probes conduct
Police occupied the offices of 17 New Zealand and Australian companies amid protests before the Royal Commissioner. Officials said officers would access papers and records as a wide inquiry into duplications of activities proceeds in Canberra with no legal challenge yet. Witnesses described the action as improper while noting the commission needs access to books and documents.
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New Zealand
Halse Rogers
Canberra
Ihs
Windeyer
Monahan
K C
Sll Compania
Commission
Poe
Dr.j
British National Trust Ltd
British National Investment Trust Ltd
Sterhis
New South Wales
Hewitt
Ltd
Withees
Com
Farms and Farmieta
Sydney
Limited
Southern British Inent Trust Ltd
Bomay
Investmnt Excutive Trust
Fuller
Harold
Glasson
Mr. Monahan
Inspector Appointed Under New Ordinance Probes FCT Companies
An inspector was appointed under the new Federal Capital Territory ordinance to investigate connected companies. Witnesses reported directors and office rents unpaid, with unclear ownership of debentures and investments. The inquiry faced restricted access as officials held silent on actions.
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Terriory
Asiocney-Canessent
Country Party proposes debt relief and price stabilization
At Wingham tonight the Country Party leader Dr Karls Page outlined a rural relief plan. He urged three measures: stabilise exchange rates, establish a home production price for exports, and a debt reduction scheme to ease farmer finances amid rising future prices. He criticised government wheat policies as incomplete.
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Sydney
Country Party
Karls Page
Wingham
Prge
Commonwealth
United Country Party Endorses Federal Candidates in Sydney
The United Country Party in Sydney endorses candidates for the federal election across multiple divisions including Cowper Dr Earle Page Calare H V C Thorby Hume T J Collins New England V C Thompson Riverina H K Nock Richmond R F H Green and E J Eggins. They also endorse A B Waller and W W Hawdon for the Gloucester State by election.
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Sydney
United Country Party
Cowper
Earle Page
M.hlr
E. J. Eggins
Gwydir
C. L. A. Abbott
Messrs
A. B. Waller
W. W. Hawdon
Gloucester
Minister denial of rumours on withdrawals before war
In Sydney Nova Scotia the age Minister Mr Ramsay Donald denied London rumours that National Government ministers planned withdrawals. The suggestion he might advise dissolving Parliament before war was ridiculed by Mr MacDonald.
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Sydney
Nova Scotia
Newfoundland
Toon
H.M.S. Dragan
Age
Ramsay
Donald
London
MacDonald
Exchange Pact For Anglo German Trade Reached
London reports that Britain and Germany have agreed on a trade exchange pact after Berlin talks. The deal would allow a resumption of British exports to Germany. An official statement detailing the terms is expected within days.
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London
Daily Telegraph
Board of Trade
Berlin
Germany
Federal Labour Campaign Opens in New South Wales
The Federal Labour campaign is launched in New South Wales with a focus on completing unfinished works. Party organizers outline policy aims and rally support across key constituencies.
Chifley Urges Bold Public Works to End Unemployment
Mr J B Chifley opens the Federal Labour Party campaign in a radio address focusing on unemployment as the key issue. He faults the government for unfinished public works, calls for completing Sydney’s railway project and Murray conservation, and urges a Commonwealth housing scheme to provide affordable homes.
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Bydney
Federal
Labour Party
J. BR. Chifley
Defence
Chifley
Sydney
City
Murray Waters
Australia
Wheat Market Rally Reflects Global Supply Changes
An Australian wheat authority in London cites drought reduce US carry now long gone, with Canada holding wheat and world outlook shifting. London selling remains slow as UK millers meet current needs, while wheat trading today reached 1,250,000 quarters, though below Tuesday.
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London
Preas Association
United States
Canada
United Kingdom
Lie
Canada Gains on Wheat Prices In Government Pools
Ottawa reports a sharp rise in wheat prices. The increase is estimated to boost government holdings through pools by about 16 million dollars. The development signals strong market activity and policy impact on grain assets.
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Ottawa
Agriculture Secretary Eyes Reducing 40 Million Acre Surplus
Washington reports Secretary Wallace stated current agricultural capacity at about 40 million acres exceed demand. He indicated reciprocal tariff plans may require withdrawing these acres from production to balance supply and demand.
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Washington
Mr. Wallace
UAP Gains Heavy Majority In State House Ballot Counts
Abstracted lines show Mr Collins achieving an absolute majority of 12 votes with 23 preferences going to the UAP candidates and only one to Dickson. The report notes the first candidate faced delays before Collins and several UAP members were elected.
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Sydney
E. Dickson
State Lab
A. W. Yager
Fed. Labour
Collins
U.ap
U.A.P
Dickson
Wheat Pool Favors Fixing Home Price for Wheat
Farmers and Settlers Conference advocates a Commonwealth wheat pool under growers control and a fixed home price not less than 65 shillings per bushel. They urge immediate government action to apply Wheat Commission recommendations, amid talk of higher bread prices next week and a possible 1d rise per 2lb loaf after bakers’ meeting.
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Rydney
Wheat Commission
Sydney
Banking Policy Sparks Reform Debate Amid Secrecy
A fragmentary report notes that the banking policy era faced scrutiny as discussions suggested the board of directors of banks might be shaken by political influence. Critics warn that historic non interference in politics is under threat and calls for accountability rise.
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Commons
State Parliament Adjourns After Ballot Vote
The Legislative Assembly adjourned after the ballot to fill the vacancy today. The sole business will be considering amendments from the Upper House in the Farmer Relief Bill and the return from the Western Lands Bill. The Howe will adjourn until a date after the federal elections.
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Sydney
Legislative Council
Legislative Assembly
Howe
Crowded Warwickshire Test Delivers Tight Bowlers Duel
In Warwickshire Birmingham, Croom and Bates rebuilt after a hand injury as Australia’s batters paced to 128 for seven. Santall then rose to 50, Fleetwood-Smith splashed pace, Grimmett and Ebeling stemmed runs, with McCabe and Brown sparking a 1,000th tour score as rain and testing conditions shaped a tense first innings.
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Birmingham
Croom
Bates
Ebeling
Grimmett
Fleetwood- Smith
Chipperfield
Wyatt
Fleetwood-Smith
Santall
Parsons
Santell
McCabe
Parsona
Cranmer
Hollies
Brown
Mayer
Ponsford
Bradman
Grimmett Stars As Warwickshire Edge Tour Unit Finish
Bromley's rapid 100 set a brisk tempo then Croom dismissed left handers and took three wickets for three runs. Oldfield and Grimmett shared a useful stand as Warwickshire defended their total, with Grimmett scoring and Fleetwood-Smith reaching five in the tour innings.
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Bromley
Croom
Chipperfield
Ebeling
Barnett
Paine
Oldfield
Grimmett
Hollies
Boonie
Fleetwood-Smith
Lords
Warwickshire
McCabe
Kilner
Mayer
Mbeling
New Judge Sworn In in Sydney
A new judge was sworn in this morning by the Supreme Court, with Mr Justice Maxwell presiding. The ceremony marked the appointment of the latest member to the bench.
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Eerie
Justice Maxwell
Iment Supreme Court
the Justis
Cotton duties threaten Australian cloth trade gains
In Lancashire concern grows over higher Australian tariffs on cotton goods. A leading manufacturer says only two mills in Australia produce such cloth and their output barely meets demand. He notes past tariff trials failed as domestic production lagged. Another source warns selling cloth in Australia requires tariff modification as shippers cancel orders.
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London
Lancashire
The
Financial Times
Australia
Gerrard Grabs Weight Title Rival in Empire Games
Gerrard dominates English challenger North in four minutes one second to win lightweight wrestling. Knight pins Taylor in three minutes and one second as Australia power wins heavyweight. Bowls semifinals see Canada beat Australia 18 to 14 in rinks, with Canada taking singles 29 to 11 and pairs 22 to 16.
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London
KR. E. Gerrard
Gerrard
North
Thomas
Knight
Taylor
J. Knight
Australia
Canada
White
Henry Barwell
Dale
Langley
Walker
Banks
Rainer
Endeavour Arrives in Bristol to Prepare for America’s Cup
The yacht Endeavour, a 3 masted challenger from England, arrived in Bristol Rhode Island after a 16 day Atlantic crossing. Salt encrusted hull, dry-docked to prepare for September races. Crew of amateurs demonstrated discipline and readiness for the challenge to America.
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Bristol
Rhode Island
Endeavour
England
America
Atlantic
Delivery Waggon Stolen On Park Street Today
A delivery waggon with £400 worth of men's clothing was stolen from Park Street while the driver was briefly away. The incident occurred today.
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Sydney
Park Street
Bradman to Appear at The Oval Amid Stormy Selection
The report notes Bradman will play at The Oval against the Army while Buntyoaen recovers. Ponsford travels to Wales briefly. Owing to his father's death he will be in Nottingham but plans to rejoin the team in London.
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Ereketer Rae Thes Buntyoaen
The
Oval
Ponsford
Wales
Nottingham
London
Hammond's 210 Not Out Shines in County Cricket
Hammond dominates with 210 not out on clay to cap four and a half hours of chanceless batting. He builds a strong aggregate across his last seven county innings, underscoring his form and endurance.
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London
Hammond
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B Paine
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Etna
She
Chippet Field
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Fleetwood- ‘Smith
Bantell
B. Ebeling
Paraona
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