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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 24, 1955
Page
6
In New South Wales the Government drafts a budget with planned duties and taxes. Premier Gabi announced to Parliament that reforms aim to raise revenue, citing allowances and insurance terminations, probate and stamp duties, and revenue projections around £1 million for the year to reduce a large deficit.
A Supreme Court jury begins a retrial of former paymaster Wein accused of siphoning funds from August 3, 1934, to February this year. The Crown says he handled over £25,000 while paid only about £25 monthly, with evidence of cheques and withdrawals. Witnesses describe long delays, work demands, and alleged overworking contributing to the alleged misappropriation.
A general meeting of the Recorded Music Society was held at the Can Tei Recorded Misia Bedely on Monday. Officers and members, including treasurer May Wo Moris, J. Flyen, D. Thomas, and Dr. I Tracey, announced a catalog task listing 75 works for members and a public collection of 380 items to aid access for all members.
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