Tariff Debate Behind British Empire Policy
A fragmented report from London discusses tariff policy amid statements by A J Geerviary of the Mineral Federation in Flughy and J Thomas's trip to Canada. The piece notes Australia’s stance, Commonwealth decisions, and the push to align economic policy with surplus control and government action amidst unclear futures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Mit
A. J. Geerviary
Fedcom
Flughy
J. Thomas
Canada
Australia
Commonwealth
United States
Scullin Comment on Australian Industry Encouragement
Sydney report of Prime Minister Scullin addressing trade and immigration concerns. He advocates support for Australian industry and notes the need for calm handling of unfriendly acts while retaining key principals of preference in government policy.
Force Dependent Deputation Discusses Air Defence Developments
A fragment from an Australian association meeting reports a deputation asking for aviation development. The discussion touched on air force needs, development plans, and a key decision reached after full consideration.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bydney
Boullin
Lost Mail Liner Crashes in Fog Near Berlin
A London freighter with two pilots a mechanic and crew crashed in fog near Frankfurt while aiming for Nuremberg. The plane passed over the field twice but failed to land. One crew member helped guide the wreckage to a haystack. no injuries were reported and mail to Vienna was damaged but salvageable.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Sanday
London
Crater
mleMicial
Frankfurt
Pic
Cmlinue
Nuremburg
Pachine
Vienna
Clyde Members With Labour Party Maxton Choice
In London on Sunday the five rebel Clydesiders faced pressure from official Labour leaders amid a Tory government clash. Maxton and other loyalists urged caution yet signaled support for the party, while the Clydesiders weighed their stance on government policy and cabinet membership.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Las
Mouse of Commons
Glasgow
Maxton
Bealty
Australian Party Emerges From Hughes Amid State House Abolition Debate
A newly launched Australian political group led by W M Hughes advocates abolishing state houses amid opposition to machine politics. The move signals a shift in party alignment as public debates over governance intensify.
Australian Party Launched in Chatswood Hall
Mr W M Hughes told a packed Chatswood Town Hall that a new Australian Party must be formed to unite Nationalism Labour and Country interests under a common platform. He argued the National Party failed the people and urged a party of Australians loyal to industry and a self reliant empire within the Commonwealth. He promised a clear policy defending White Australia and urging Australian self rule and empire ties.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Chatswood Town Hall
W. M. Hughes
Hughes
Australia
Australian Party
Duncan
Australian People's Party
Ato
Mmawi
Alep
Nathinalet Party
Ational
Latanda
Uoor
Witars Pelther
Lotte
National Party
Hais
Paley
Mr. Hughes
People of
Amy Corms
Yerras Bole
White
Ife
Mull
Wall
British Commonwealth of Nations
Lot-Mathelion
Latour Marty
Frank Opposi Bom
Victorian parliament to decide fate of government in December
The Victorian Ministry announces Parliament will meet on December 11 to determine the government’s fate. Early returns show Nationalists leading in three doubtful seats, Labour in two, with smaller leads for the Country Party and others. The Attorney General Mac Farlan trails by 218 votes in the leading electorate. An analysis lists Nationalists 246,100 votes, Labour 236,060, Country Party 50,000, Progressive Liberal 21,009 and Independents 24,943.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Nationalist
Labour
Country Party
Progressive Liberal
MacFarlan
Inum
Nationalists
Grountey Prowresalye Party
Idberujs
Housing Scheme Rules Relaxed for Federal Capital Territory
Treasury allows sales of completed but unoccupied houses and houses with existing loans in the Territory to proceed without the usual housing loan restrictions. Restrictions remain for freehold states and for loans intended to discharge existing mortgages. Treasury notes leasehold difficulties and will consider Territory cases on their merits given funding limits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Treasury
Federal Capital Commission
Federal Capital Territory
Commission
Australia
Strength of Parties After Saturday House Elections
Report notes no change in party positions in the new House following Saturday elections. Labour and Nationalist factions remain, with references to the Country Party and Independent groups showing limited shifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aw Mn Reault
Labour We
Eee
Nationaliet
New UD Country D'arty
Country Progressive
Diberadoo
Antarctica claims defended by Byrd expedition
The Washington editorial argues Britain and the United States hold legitimate Antarctic claims. It says Commander Byrd strengthened US rights, accusing other nations of baseless claims. It credits Lieutenant Wilkes with discovering the Antarctic in 1832 while criticising Captain Rosa’s later visit.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Byrd
United States
Antarctic
Wilks
United States Navy
Rosa
Wyrd
In Trouble Passenger Ship AILSN Line Pamenger Steamship
The line passenger steamer Urugel became helpless off the coast yesterday with a message this morning saying it was making satisfactory progress. The freighter Murguna towed the vessel 200 miles toward Bydnwy while the tug Olaves prepared to sail from Sydney to assist. The disabled steamer expected to reach Bydocyo tomorrow.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Uruogel
Murguna
Bydnwy
Olaves Kt
Bydocyo Moprow
New duties raise tobacco and whisky prices in Melbourne
Melbourne reports duty increases raise tobacco and whisky prices. Tobacco rose from a penny to threepence per pound, large packs of imported cigarettes cost more while small packs stay the same. Three brands of Australian cigars are reduced.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Melbourns
New Measure Grants Limiter to Workmen's Compensation
The Governor assented to the Workmen's Compensation Amending Act on Monday making it law. It limits compensation for workers earning over 560 pounds per year and bars compensation for injuries while traveling to or from work. The employer liability cap is set at £1,000 regardless of injury type.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aydney
Oro
Kooyong Leaks After Reef Stranding Near Dellambi Reef
The steamer Kooyong dragged its anchors and swung onto the Dellambi Reef but later backed clear under its own power with no serious damage. She was leaking and escorted to Sydney by another vessel, arriving late afternoon with the stern high. The Wife-bouta were swung from their devils for use in an emergency.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kooyong
Dellambi
Sheu
Sydney
More Trouble on the Coalfields Unions Threaten Split
A meeting of the combined mining unions failed to decide on resuming work. Discussion centered on startling claims from a previous gathering of the Richmond Main and Belaw Main Lager yestern. A prominent union committee member warned lodges may break away if talks with colliery proprietors fail. A further meeting is planned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Combined Mining
Combined Mining Unions Committee
Petrol price rise denied by companies amid tax talks
Representatives from all companies denied any plan to lift petrol prices by two pence a gallon, while acknowledging future increases may be needed to cover the new tax. The article notes the admission and debates surrounding potential price adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Melbourne
Big Increase in Customs Revenue Across States
Customs revenue for November totaled £4,576,019, up £664,519 from the prior year. Five months into the current financial year yield £15,667,448, versus £11,238,082 then, a rise of £4,428,367. Year to date returns show a surplus over £1,507,703. All states report higher figures for November and the five month period.
Aborigines Control Debate Moves to Canberra
A deputation from the Association for the Protection of Native Races met Home Affairs Minister Mr Makelsen to push for single government control of aborigines and larger reserves with whites excluded. Speakers argued past breaches of Black rights and the minister said the Commonwealth lacks power over blacks outside its territory and promised a further briefing after another Canberra meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Svydney
Home Affaire
Makeles
Hurt
M.lst
Mier
Commonwealth
Canberra
Dissentient Note from Adelaide Visitors on NSW Commerce
Messrs J Kavanage and A Moir who visited Adelaide to seek backing for New South Wales commerce doubt the recommendation for wage reduction. Venagh noted committee meetings Wednesdays to approve the proposed cut.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
J. Kavanage
A. Moir
Adelaidy
New South Wales
Uae
Maitland
Venagh
Banks Market Stress Shapes Australian Shares Outlook
The Financial Times notes Australian bank shares hold near yearly lows amid concerns over lending, dividend policies, and potential emulation by other banks after NSW central bank decisions. The president's speech signals limited immunity from trade pressures and highlights underlying earnings concerns.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Financial ‘Times
Hank
Hank of
New South Wales
Mr B C Gould Takes Leave From Federal Capital Commission
Mr B C Gould, second commissioner, whose term on the Federal Capital Commission expires December 31, begins a four week holiday before resuming duties as town clerk of Malvern. He leaves Cantor this evening. Commissioner Christe praised Gould for his assistance since joining the commission.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fiouhd
Malvern
Yerfordiay
Christe
Conchuasium
Chald
Air link with Britain eyed in Australia Germany era
The Prime Minister Lenkin said the government seeks all available information on possibly linking Australia and Great Britain by an air mail service. Commissioner Crowks recalled pleasant memories and will stay keenly interested in Copal. Gould praised honesty of Woold and said past disagreements did not affect their working relationship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Lenkin
Australia
Great Britain
Communioner Crowks
Anberra
Cluthes
Dir
Aleurm
Woold
Mr. Gould
Mr.Gould
Bee
Public Baths A N A Protest Over Canberra Expenditure
The AS N.A. urged careful review of a £6000 Canberra public baths budget for this year, opposing the stated £5000 figure and noting possible site clashes with hospital reservations. Members called for public clarity on the Commission’s plans and year round water temperature controls.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
AS N.A
Canberra
Wleps
Bealien
Research Yacht Destroyed by Fire in Vessel Mishap
The Carnesia, a nanomagnetic research vessel, burned after an explosion on a calm morning. Captain Ault died after being blown into the sea. five crew were injured and one missing. The blast occurred during fueling with 2,000 gallons of benzene and an inquest verdict cited death from shock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sava
Carnesia
Iabth
Naor
Prking
Ault
Maviogritaal
Kalor
Wan Aloe
Also Mentioned on This Page
Britain
Scullin
Ik Force
Germany
Clyde
Labour Party
Maxton's Choice
MR. W. M. Hughes
Ouw
Ttt
Victoria
U.S.A
Customs Revenue
B. C. Goold
A.n.a.’S
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!