Proposals For Uniform Laws Second Report Of Royal Commission
The second report by Royal Commissioners Ferguson and Nixon urges joint authority to simplify income tax laws and standardise taxation across Commonwealth and States. It argues complexity stems from differing laws, proposes uniform assessments and collection, and notes admin costs and personal inconvenience to taxpayers.
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Commonwealth Fund
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Air Subsidies Roosevel t End Air Mail Contracts Cancelled
Washington reports that cancelling the air mail contracts marks a bold move by President Roosevelt to cut government subsidies and tackle fraud in contracts. Airlines warn of ruin as stocks tumble on the exchange, with the Herald-Tribune noting possible ocean mail contract cancellations costing about 35 million dollars annually.
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Washington
Roosevelt
Stock Exchange
Herald-Tribune
Will New French Cabinet Last Aims At Truce and Justice
Paris faces renewed rioting as a new National Government under M. Doumergue forms. Observers doubt cabinet strength in both Houses while Sir Stafford Cripps warns of possible social democracy decline. June events include clashes with 19,000 protesters and talks of dictatorial powers as ministers are named for justice interior war and finance.
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France
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Doumergue
Stafford Cripps
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Britain Imposes 20 Percent Duties in Retaliation
Britain powers up retaliatory measures against France by a 20 percent ad valorem duty on selected French goods. Effective from February 13, the order targets apparel, footwear, feathers, artificial flowers, fur, and fur-based and alloy products to offset reduced UK exports to France under ongoing quota restrictions.
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London
Britain
France
United Kingdom
United Kigdom
Japanese Navy Plans Annual Large Scale Maneuvers
Tokyo reports Admiral Mirai Osumi told the budget committee that 11,000,000 yen is budgeted for naval maneuvers this year. The plan calls for grand maneuvers annually in the future, replacing every three years in the past, to train crews for new warships amid rising international tension and to prepare for potential outcomes of the naval conference next year.
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Tokio
Minister of the Navy
Ads
Mirai Osumi
Osumi
Communists clash with police in Paris riot at Place de la Republique
In a fog shrouded night in Paris, 800 police and 200 Republicans moved on suspected rioters as 1500 Communists gathered at Place de Bastille and later stormed the area around Place de la Republique. Firearms exchanged near Gare de Lyon as battles spread to St Ambroise and nearby stations. Cavalry dispersed crowds entering Belleville with widespread pillage and chaos through the evening.
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Place de Concorde
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Communista Numbering 1500 Met In the Place Dete Bastille
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Gare de] Lal
Caurehoat
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Ayrave
Communists, police clash leave casualties on boulevards
Footage describes large peaceful crowds on the boulevards during disturbances. A policeman was killed, four badly wounded, and twenty more slightly hurt. Communist casualties are not yet known.
Paris observers fault weak EW ministry in crisis
The Paris correspondent notes war veterans disown links to disturbances in the city and urge stronger republican, democratic action. Downgraded ministry unity leaves France needing robust leadership with Britain as partner, or risk stability and liberties.
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London
Batura
Paris
France
Dow
Britain
England
Australia boosts trade with France at Brit Chamber meeting
At the British Chamber of Commerce annual Paris meeting Australian Trade Representative C H Vonn says Australia shows growth in trade with France. Australia sold goods worth 9,000,000 to France in the first nine months of 1933, versus 4,500,000 in all of 1932. A Franco Australian treaty was hoped to extend trade in barley, wheat and butter.
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London
Britis Chamber of Commerce
Paris
C. H. Vonn
Commonwealth
France
Australia
Death sentences in Midnapore for Magisterial murder case
Three young Bengalis were sentenced to death by a special tribunal at Midnapore for the assassination of the District Magistrate Burge. Two others got transportation, four were acquitted but later arrested in Bengal atrocities. Slug evidence witnesses were released.
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Calcutta
Midnapore
Burge
Missing Dimitroff in dark cell during Reichstag fire trial
Dimitroff, translator for Bulgarian prisoners, was ordered expelled and to depart for Moscow on Thursday but has not been heard from. Reports say he and companions moved to an underground cell, with bleak food supplies, while he warned of possible hunger strike if release is not decided soon.
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Moscow
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Teriou ‘Dimitroff
Reichstag
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Jardine Objects to Umpire in Indian Test Controversy
In Calcutta and Madras the Indian cricket scene centers on Dr Jardine’s protest against an umpire for the ongoing Test series. Frank Tarrant defends Jardine while noting past MCC tours and the heavy decisions in play. India’s Nisaar and Nesar Ali miss tests due to injuries as England posts a seven wicket win in a tense match.
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Yrhere
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Canberra Heat Wave Brings Record Temperatures and Fire Watch
Weekend heat pushed the city to a 96 degree high as crowds flocked to pools and outdoor events. Despite smoky conditions, no fires were reported though authorities warn vigilance for grass growth and wildlife activity around remaining dry areas.
New Governor for South Australia in London Negotiations
The report from London states negotiations are underway to appoint a new governor for South Australia. It notes the departure of the present governor and mentions interim arrangements as the process continues.
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South Australia
London
Astrelis
Tokyo Judges Sentenced in Communist Plot Trial
In Tokio the District Court jailed four judges from Tokio and other cities for three to eight years, with one judge receiving ten years, for involvement in a Communist movement. They were convicted of taking part in planning money matters and disclosing police operations under the cover of their official duties.
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Japan
Tokio
Train Collision in Grafton Injures Fifteen
In South Grafton a Brisbane Express collided with a shunting engine after racing from the Clarence Bridge yard. Fifteen people were injured, with guard James Vincent among those hurt. Hospital treatment described as severe facial and head injuries.
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Brisbane
Clarence Bridge
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Discovery II to Aid Byrd Expedition in Antarctic Waters
Wellington reports the British research ship Discovery II, at Auckland, will sail for the Bay of Whales to aid the Byrd expedition. A New Zealand doctor D. Potaki will join, with medical exchanges planned as Discovery II meets the expedition vessel Jacouert and Jacob Ruppert returning.
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N.Z
Discovery TI
Auckland
Bay of Whales
Antarctic
New Zealand
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Bhirey
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Italian conversion loan and cricket notes in Wellington and NZ
The Australian reports a cancelled New Zealand cricket tour from Wellington to Australia with NZC budgeting for £500 in allowances but withdrawals in talks led to reconsideration. Campbell plans to attempt a speed record in the United States.
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New Zealand
Bee Bean
New Zealand Cricket Council
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Campbell
U.S.A
Prince George Visits Ex-President’s Widow in Capetown
Prince George made a surprise Capetown stop to visit the widow of the ex president. The scene at Benold Indy reflected a relaxed mood with the prince appearing healthier than the previous day despite a cautious, informal approach.
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Capetown
Ramdonia
Ben- Old
Indy
Prince
Cripps Views Labour Future in Britain and France
Sir Stafford Cripps argues Labour must pursue swift reforms and a strong path to socialism within five years or risk losing support. He predicts France may end republican social democracy, leaving Britain as the sole large social democracy and questions Labour’s direction. He cautions against hoping for immediate policy breakthroughs.
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London
Labour Party
Bir Stafford Cripps
France
Britain
No Amendment Discussed By Workers' Comp Deputation
A Sydney Sunday report describes a deputation to the Interior Ministry led by Mr Pe and others arguing for amendments to workers' compensation rules. They seek restored hospital benefits and adjusted payment scales, noting the capital territory plans and ongoing reforms.
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Ainiste
Une Interior
Fudural Capital Territory
Page
Morera
Blakeley
Tearley
Parking
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