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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jan 22, 1931
Page
1
Fragmentary dispatch says Mr Fenton advocates unification of Australian parliaments and governors. He proposes reducing colonial and provincial bodies and moving national matters to centralized control with reforms to the Sanadian term and provincial parliament idea.
Auction results indicate downward price movements for wool with most lots selling below expected levels. Report notes a large share of sales at reduced values and hints at weaker buyer demand across categories. Market observers point to supply pressures and lingering uncertainty impacting premium lots.
Melbourne reports a fall in living cost figures in the quarterly statement by the Commonwealth which is expected to cut public service spending from July next. The reduction could save about £750,000 for the next financial year and has been considered in reviewing overall Commonwealth expenditure.
Australia faces a looming treasurer succession as Prime Minister Scullin’s tenure and the cabinet shuffle stir fears of censure. At a caucus meeting, MPs discuss whether Theodore Lyons or Lyons Duncan will hold the treasury, amid pressure on the government and opposition protests.
A Melbourne report claims Commonwealth Bank may offer to advance 2/6 a bushel on this season’s wheat, but only for grain sold through the pool. The bank considers loan easing to assist wheat finance, with no official statement yet. The Bank Board has pondered the issue since Monday after refusing to advance funds under the Wheat Advances Act.
Narrative text shows a disrupted report urging a home wheat price in Narrandera. It references the Narrandera Chamber of Commerce supporting Vegetant Ately Wesishupion and mentions a campaign for a home consumption price per bushel. The passage cites farmers and business leaders endorsing wheat parity with world markets and the Wheat Alliance acts guiding farmer support.
A mangled text outlines a governor nomination push amid political maneuvering. It mentions a new governor, party expectations, and potential appointments, with references to officials and associations. the fragment hints at policy aims and procedural steps amid a tense political climate. The readable portions point to leadership changes and anticipated governance priorities in the state.
In Westnonday meetings, lawmakers questioned the Ley Prime choice. Senator Aly and Senator Boysen announced plans to attend today, while Genutar Loaldy voiced support for the holding.
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An unclear Australian political note mentions the ALP in Canberra and Sydney with references to the New South Wales Medical group and executive speakers. The fragment hints at party actions or plans but lacks concrete events, dates, or outcomes.
Police prosecutor said the paperfound exposed the headquarters of the plot near Cli Goversinene Howes with 105% pollen OMcors and government ties. Several ward ministers and top officials, including Prime Minister and Foreign Secretary, faced involvement claims. A second plan allegedly aimed to embarrass the government by targeting Boat Offices and banking postal services.
Kaye Dan wowed crowds as she attempted a headlining challenge on stage in London. The report notes high speed running and a dramatic performance, with observers praising her energy and precision despite technical glitches during the act.
A garbled passage references rights, information and a world service with unclear relation to New Zealand. The text is incomplete and difficult to resolve into a full event or publication context.
Fragmented report describes a royal address and session details amid wartime era. Mentions king, conference, and public audiences with emphasis on national meditation and notable observers.
A powder magazine exploded near Mount Glorious Road injuring Frederick Branlay and prompting emergency response. Fragments describe a blast that shook the area, with limited readable details about casualties or authorities.
Reported in Melbourne that Russian petrol sold at 1/6 and 1/11 a gallon undercuts local fuel, with retailers said to be making large profits. The description notes the petrol is supplied under a cover and available at unusually low prices.
London report outlines projected expense to defend the Schneider Cup, with the Aero Club seeking funds and government support. Confusion in the text suggests uncertainty about total costs and funding sources as officials weigh options for defense.
In the House of Commons today a proposal for Imperial Airways to operate a air link between England and India and thence to Australia faced scrutiny. Officials in Australia England and the United States considered containment, with prospects of government action and financial support under a broader strategic framework.
Fragmentary text indicates a wage related judgment expected today from Hull Arbitration Court or related authority. References to Sydney, Judge Dothridse, and Brookman appear garbled. The readable items point to a formal decision likely to be delivered or announced publicly by an official court figure.
The Labour Government pushes a government bill to legalise trade unions in Japan amid opposition from captains and ministers. The debate centers on whether the bill will be recognized and whether workers will gain formal rights under the proposed policy.
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