31 Aug 1928
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 31, 1928
Page
1
Perth member Mr Munn urged delaying the National War Memorial project while estimates for the next year were set. He warned the cost could exceed the £150,000 planned and suggested waiting until finances allow. He cited wartime families and said the memorial could wait, stressing current newspaper priorities.
Washington reports growing acceptance of the Kellogger treaty as 64 nations invite or have already argued to join. The effort, with three exceptions, aims for near universal backing, signaling broad approval of the agreement.
London report quotes Lady Wthonda of the Bbx Point group urging reform of pact signatories at Itam Bouillet. She argues the era of subtle coercion by men is over and calls for women to speak out to draw global attention.
A wartime League Assembly discusses evacuation plans for Ethinelland as Poineare Man backs the cause. Mueller and Murewu are noted as delegates with the Allianz agreement, while the Zeitung Mitlag reports no lengthy interview from Strowimann-Poineare.
Fragmentary OCR note from London mentions burial details to be arranged next week by the Admiralty. References to dates, locations, and personnel are garbled, but indicate a formal bu rial notice pending publication.
The Federal Treasurer Dr Earle Page delivers his sixth budget in Parliament noting a small surplus and no tax increases. He highlights reduced departmental expenses and increased indirect taxation with direct taxes falling, forecasting a net fiscal gain of £? more than the prior year while continuing war debt and pension obligations.
The article reviews tax policy shifts and their effect on government finances, noting reductions in direct taxation despite growth in indirect revenue. It highlights a projected deficit, fluctuations in duties on luxuries, and the impact of lower coffee, spirits, and motor vehicle duties, with details on petrol and federal contributions. The report stresses a fragile revenue position and anticipated adjustments to balance the budget.
The text reports higher expenditures under Part 1 with totals around 7.4 million and a predicted surplus. It notes increases in elder relief, repatriation and defence payments, nurse and pension grants, and naval construction appropriations from 1926-27. It also mentions miscounts and adjustments to taxation and future liquidation plans.
The Prime Minister Bruce announced the government would seek a November 17 federal election date. He flagged January to March as inconvenient for voters and harvest schedules, while urging a referendum path and royal assent for dissolution.
In Parliament the Cook representative E C Riley moved adjournment over alleged faults in Canberra Administrative Building foundations. He claimed cement quantities were reduced by one third and mixed quality altered, calling it robbery and demanding investigation into the Federal Capital Commission and contractor payments.
The report outlines the year’s charge on the Madge for Commonwealth Territory development, rising to about 07 with etc. Additional funds cover Geulburm Canberra outlays and 642,500 for Government Printing Offices equipment. The Treasurer discusses Federal Capital Territory work and staff transfers to Canberra with new offices, housing schemes, and planned construction including a War Memorial and hospital facilities.
In fragmented testimony the commission hears that a contractor altered foundations and that the architect moved to revise designs. Opposition voices demand full accountability and a public warning about safeguards, citing potential waste or misused funds in Australia’s public works amid ongoing contractor revisions.
Karl ton won the men’s 200 m freestyle in a 147 P10 neon time. Totternon posted 168 2/10. In the 200 m backstroke Haat from Queenaland beat Johannen with a 176 3/10.
A minister notes 5000 paid to the contractor with 5400 outstanding while observations raise questions on work carried out. Commissioner Sir John Harrican suggests specifications may have been overestimated as an inquiry proceeds into the case involving the architect and client.
Report describes many claims pegged at the Old Warburton Row area near Melbourne. Prospectors have staked out pits and lines radiating from the site as mining spread, with stone specimens and anxious activity reported among workers.
In a House of Representatives exchange yesterday the Prime Minister said a recent offer was made to and accepted by the Commonwealth Government for letters papers documents or other material dated Ndi bier ton relating to the fowler federation and public affairs after the Commonwealth's institution. It was noted that the collection would be placed in the National Library.
The Tatle Borg ice Welfare Committee met this week with Me oF K Gell preaching against adopting a five day week for officers. A favourable reply from the Prime Minister's Department to the representation by sla hers was not received. The July 1 letter from Iwan urging a five day week for central Canberra staff received official consideration but was deemed not generally applicable and would create administrative difficulties, so approval could not be granted.
Lord Dewar will on Friday present a Loving Cup to Hob Pearce the Australian sculler in recognition of hisample prowess.
Dr. Stresemann in Berlin on Wednesday is reported to suffer from a goitre causing esophthalmia. Political leaders express concern that he may soon be forced to retire, amid fears for his ability to continue in office.
Hawkes and Patterson eliminated Susuln to enter the semifinals of the National Doubles Championship. They defeated Jones and Ingraham 6 4 in a tight match while other results saw Cochet and Brugnen oust Williams and Washburn, and Jack and Hentong topple Hopman and Crawford 6 4 4 4. Tomorrow’s semis feature Brugven and Cochet versus Lott and Heaven with Hawkes and Patterson likely facing Van Bten.
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