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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Aug 24, 1939

Page

2

State Taxes Rise Indicated At Government Meeting

Premier Me Muir outlined plans for substantial taxes in response to rising costs. Avenácéawary legislation was introduced with calls for a 3 sanlion and million pound revenue from increased income taxes, service levies, and stamp duties. Exemptions would be removed and wages, unemployment, and widows pensions affected. Revenue shortfalls were noted, with deficits across railways, coal mines, and general accounts.

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Victorian floods maroon Melbourne residents

Widespread flood warnings spread across the Wangaratta district as rivers rise and roads into Melbourne are cut. Rescue teams saved an elderly pensioner trapped by floodwaters while a man faced murder accusations as his children were feared drowned. The Murray and Macalister rivers reached critical levels and forecasts warned of further heavy rain.

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Speed record attempt fails at Bonneville Flats

A speed record attempt at Bonneville Flats on Tuesday failed after an engine problem prevented a full measured mile run. John Gubb, who covered a record pace, could not complete the return trip within an hour, so the mark will not be recognised as official.

Bonneville Flats John Gubb Lempla

Nudist Trial Report From Launceston Gaol

A fragmented account from Launceston references a nude detainee moving with companions near a prison. Thomas Wiltred allegedly told police that clothing removal occurred and a penalty of three years was noted.

Launceston Wednamiay

Canberra Eisteddfod Society holds annual report and plans

The Canberra Eisteddfod Society met at Albert Hall to review its first annual report and adopt amendments. Key moves included setting junior subscriptions, creating an assistant honorary treasurer, and allowing free tickets for supporters to fund the festival. The society announced April 20 as the date for the next event and urged members to boost donations to finance the expanded program.

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Aboriginal welfare policy defended by minister in Darwin

The Minister for the Interior defended the Commonwealth Aboriginal welfare policy amid criticism. He praised the work of E. W. Po Chinnery, Director of Native Affairs in Darwin, who had been in post for only a few months and called the opposition unfair.

Intelio Yeatertay de Thor Wax Confialon E.W. Po Chinnery Darwin

Canberra Court Adjourns Notable Docket To September

In Canberra Court yesterday Judge Mr Byan faced a crowded docket with lengthy cases adjourned to September. A speeding charge against Douglas G. Hyles was heard, witnesses noted vehicle damage, and the defendant pleaded guilty to driving offences. James Lachlan Montagur’s driver licence was renewed after a disqualification period. a magistrate warned future violations would forfeit the licence.

Canberra Byan Camere Snc Douglad G. Hyles Wen WH. B. Dickson MacKay Commonwealth Ayers Sitnekaun James Lachlan Montagur McGregor

Death Penalty Questioned as Prisoner Case Advances

A debated move in the Legislative Assembly centers on Trevor Kelly and the proposed tenet capital penalty. Judge Halse Hogera’s report to the Government Trial is awaited as concerns about Kelly’s fitness for execution are raised. The discussion touches on medical examination, legal process, and the ethics of punishment, with clerical and civic voices weighing in on reform and possible consequences.

Bydney Wellthenday Trevor Kelly M.A Halse Hogera Kelly Mir Mair Mir Davidson Treat I For Justice Tte Priacher Po Minit

Domestic tragedy at Hunt property shocks town

In early Wednesday a husband and wife were found dead at K Hunt’s property near J Dortown, with Robert Burford, 24, and Doyle Burford, 28, as principal suspects. The woman, identified as Mes Har fore, reportedly shot after retreating to a hut she shared with her husband. A gunshot wound and blunt force trauma are cited as causes. the Burfords’ backgrounds are noted. Police suspicion centers on a domestic dispute and potential flight by a ring house occupant.

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Pacific Air Flight Details From Fragmented Report

A partial OCR segment describes a Pacific air flight with scattered names and times. It mentions California endpoints, unidentified persons and locations, and references to timelines and numbers that are unclear due to damage. The readable items hint at an aviation or travel note with several proper nouns and stray figures.

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