Libraries and Citizenship in Australia Debate at Albert Hall
Mr E Salter Davies urged Australia to expand library services, contrasting Sydney’s Mitchell Library with scarce rural provisions. He cited Los Angeles and England as models, warned of cultural stagnation, and urged nationwide library development while noting questions about national priorities and security. The discussion segued into Canberra award hearings, with unions urging recreation leave and payment reforms amid high margins and living costs.
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Tonya
Ministers Plan Date Change For Next Year Budget Debate
The ministry leaders propose shifting the date as negotiations continue for the new year. The cabinet aims to present a budget pathway before the next parliamentary session while preparing for a December interim review and committee readings.
Nature Repairs Ravages at Rabaul After Eruptions
Dr. W. G. Woolnough, Commonwealth geological adviser, arrived in Sydney after studying Rabaul’s eruption effects. He said further investigation is needed before a formal safety report can be submitted. Woolnough and Dr Sl thethorland will complete work at Canberra and issue findings. Plant growth is reclaiming the tropics as mud slides green.
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Tropics
Cholera Outbreak in Hong Kong Stopped, Officials Say
Friday report notes cholera outbreak diminishing as authorities state epidemic is being checked. Authorities in Hong Kong monitor spread and reinforce sanitary measures amid decreasing cases and continued vigilance.
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Hong Kong
Public land lease notices 1937 Braddon Ainslie blocks offered
Applications for long term residential leases under the City Area Leases Ordinance 1936 are invited for multiple blocks across Ainslie and Braddon divisions. Interested parties may obtain full particulars including upset prices and charges from the Secretary, Department of the Interior, with bids due by noon on Monday 30 August 1937. T. Paterson, Minister for the Interior.
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India
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Melbourne
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Advisory Council Polling Day Set for Canberra Election
Canberra advisory council elections will see directions issued September 6 with nominations closing September 13. If contested, polling will occur September 25. Minister Paterson said the Chief Electoral Officer will provide public guidance on polling booths and related arrangements.
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Mr. Paterson
Canberra
Hollywood Divorce Suit Focuses On Mexican Law
Joy Howarth, on her 26th birthday in Los Angeles, listens as George Brent seeks annulment. Her lawyers argue the marriage is binding under Mexican law with three essentials: consent of both parties, compliance with marriage laws by the officiating authority, and proper ceremony performed.
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Los Angeles
Joy Howarth
George Brent
Car Stolen Near Telopes Park Road and Recovered
A motorcar owned by Mr Grorgr Adama was stolen from Telopes Park Road near Mr Talbot Adam's home late Thursday night. The vehicle was recovered by Constable Grove near Salutation Hill yesterday morning. The petrol tank had been drained.
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Telopes Park Road
Talbot Adam
Constable Grove
Salutation Hill
Property Trespass and Firearms On Nielsen Farm Goldenholme
Canberra East and party found on W NIELSEN s property Goldenholme with firearms and dogs may be prosecuted without respect to persons. Unattended dogs may be destroyed.
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W. C. Nielsen
Goldenholme
Canberra
N.C. Nielsen
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