Parley Over Wheat Relief Ends After 35 Hour Debate
Heated session in the House of Representatives saw Albert Green and McGrath clash over wheat bounties and apologies. The Wheatgrowers Relief Bill and the Flour Tax Assessment Bill advanced after amendments and tense exchanges, with party leaders and speakers trading barbs.
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Endurance Test Grips Canberra Parliament
Canberra’s House of Representatives has sat for 38 hours straight with only brief meals as fatigue marks the session. Parliamentary staff and Hansard reporters have endured over 40 hours without rest, highlighting the strain of the late session rush before Christmas.
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German Exiles Threaten British Medical Professions
London reports that an influx of German exiles into British medical schools alarms the profession. About 200 refugees study in Britain with hundreds more seeking permits. Lord Dawson warns the situation could become urgent and risk to the empire if more entrants are allowed.
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False Brands Japanese Goods in Australia
In London on Wednesday the House of Commons debated the adjournment when Mrs Copeland highlighted danger to pottery from Japanese competition. She alleged Japan uses Australia as a dumping ground and circulated cups made by British and Japanese labor. Dr Burgin promised action against unfair trade mark imitation and pledged to notify Japanese authorities.
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Government Rejects Canberra Tobacco School Plan
The Prime Minister announced the government would not adopt the conference recommendation to establish a tobacco industry school in Canberra. He cited five year commitments being unwise amid a doubtful future for the industry and noted that training should be the responsibility of the states due to climate suitability concerns.
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Political figures plan moves around Canberra and Port Melbourne
Mrs. David Maughan and Mr. George Maitland have left Government House Canberra. Mr. J. H. Bellin and Mrs. Beullin will leave Canberra Friday night for Melbourne. Mr. Scullin will address a Port Melbourne public meeting Sunday to discuss Labour policy and the economic plan. Health Minister Marr with Dr Cumpaton and Mr. Hall will inspect Portsea quarantine on Sunday and visit Royal Park laboratories Monday.
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Parliament in Session and Senatorial Debates Chronicle
The House faces pension and wheat tax debates as MPs adjourn for breakfast then return to dispute a variety of measures. Senators resist quick passage, debate limits, and political barbs flare with figures like Mr. Makin, Mr. Green, Mr. Hughes, and Mr. Riordan amid party tensions and Christmas-season jabs.
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Canberra Hospital to consider resident medical officer rise
In the Senate yesterday Sir George Pearce stated the government would review appointing a Resident Medical Officer at Canberra Hospital after the Public Service Board inquiry into hospital administration. A permanent medical appointment existed at the hospital.
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Federal Cabinet Meeting in Melbourne Next Week
The final cabinet gathering of the year will convene in Melbourne next week to decide Australia’s trade delegation to Japan. Attorney General Mr Latham is favored for the mission, while some circles discuss Brisbane minister Mr Lyoris possibly leading.
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Police Restrict Pistol Imports in New South Wales
Sydney reports the Commissioner of Police says NSW will not sanction indiscriminate imports of concealable pistols due to their small size and near silent firing. The statement reflects a tightening of firearm controls in the state.
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Petrol Frauds Shake Sydney as Raids Target 20 Stations
Detectives from the CIB raid 20 city and suburban petrol stations in Sydney. Samples from all petrol classes were sent to the Government analyst. Major petrol companies halted supplies amid the inquiries and a leading officer avoided harm in an attempted incident on Parramatta Road.
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Maddy Xmas Ball at Albert Hall Tonight
The Maddy Xmas Ball will be held at the Albert Hall tonight. Ban's Clara will perform the usual 4 jet toys from the Christmas tree. Buses depart Albert Hall at 11 30 pm for Causeway and Alnalle.
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