State Deficit and Budget Pledge for 1936-7
The State Government adopted a deficit of 41,080,000 for the financial year, showing an improvement of 70,000 over the earlier estimate of 1,730,000. Treasurer Spooherto affirmed the pledge that the budget will be balanced in 1936-7, while noting separate figures from business accounts that show deficits in prior years ranging from 2,800,000 to 14,287,000.
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Sydney
Spooherto
Pooper
Treasry
Australia Eyes New Trade Policy With United States
A beset and friendly note outlines Australia’s target for a new trade policy affecting American markets. The plan aims to favor Australian access while signaling likely consequences and responsibilities for both governments.
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United States
Americas
Tates
U.S.A. Merchants Protest Action in New York
A local protest group of export merchants in New York plans a conference with shipping interests to decide a formal approach to the Treasury Department. The invitation to the Australian government office in New York for representation was declined as beyond scope.
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New York
Australie
Treasiey Department
Tila
Ite
Haile Selassie Denounces France at Geneva Assembly
At Geneva the Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie denounced France for betraying Abyssinia by backing the Hoare Laval plan. He urged the League to enforce sanctions and warned that Ethiopia would not bow to force. The speech drew strong reactions as delegates prepared further remarks in the Assembly.
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Haile Selassie
France
Geneva
Abyminia
Italy
Hoare-Laval
League
Mundevda
Austria
Ard Albana
Haile Sebasse
England
Land
Rance
Jauch
Pemage
Halle
Italy riled London over Geneva talks and Blasie speech
Rome reports that Blassie’s Geneva remarks shifted Italian opinion and drew sharp responses from Italy. Observers say the Geneva presence left a poor impression, with hints Italy may adhere to Article 98 while awaiting further developments.
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London
Rome
Chronicia
Fist Blassie
Leheve
Len
Bien
Tialy
Pally Tel
Faauliiog
Times
Lenrning Chats
Everthojean
Italy
Italian Journalists Create Furore in Assembly
Italian journalists caused a riot in the League of Nations assembly as Abyssinian Emperor Halle Belgaaie spoke. Police expelled seven or eight Italian reporters amid boos and shouts of Down with the Paselata. The secretary announced their permit cards are withdrawn.
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Halle Belgaaie
Abyssinia
League Assembly
League of Mathene Assembly
Avanal
Nyw
League
Bullaing
Bigner Maemelini
RAF control stays with government in Australia says minister
Defence minister Parkhill denied proposals to surrender Royal Australian Air Force control. He asserted the government must retain full authority over all air service areas and stressed no such proposal had been submitted to the government.
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Royal Australian Air Force
Beer Excise. Representatives Urge Lowered Duties
Representatives of the Licensed Victuallers' Association met the Federal Treasurer Mr Casey with a plea to reduce beer and spirits taxes. The wartime revenue from that source has risen by 1,800,000 since the preceding period. Mr Casey pledged to present the request to the appropriate authority.
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Victuallers’ Association
Mr. Casey
Drought Threatens U S Farms as Weather Presses On
A Washington dispatch reports the drought risk rising across America with warnings that conditions could rival the 1694 crisis. Officials, including Henry Wallace, press for swift federal aid. The plan forecasts aid reaching 30,000 to 40,000 destitute farm families in Wyoming and nearby states as relief measures loom after a conference with President Roosevelt.
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Warhington
Henry Wallace
Roosevelt
Wyoming
Montune End Werth
Australian Pair Beaten at Wimbledon
Australian duo Crawford and Quint lose to France's Borotra and Brugnon in five sets in the Wimbledon doubles, the biggest upset of the tournament. The French veterans dominate early, surge in the third set, and clinch a 6-2 fourth set to force a deciding frame as the Australians struggle with service breaks and miscues.
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London
Jain
Dinanter
Wimbledon
Dew Bien
Crawford
Quist
Veter
Dbusiers
Quint
France
Barnes
Paris
Severnavenslann
Roratra
Aumvatians
Trugnoh
Quin
Australinia
Brugson
Boroira
Borotra
Australia France Tennis Match Under Unity Turmoil
The match featured Borotra and Brugnon defeating the Australian pair after a disputed unity transfer of members from the Federal ALP. Despite tensions and alleged bloc shifts, the Frenchmen delivered a dramatic performance enduring a one hour thirty five minute contest. The crowd applauded as Borotra’s brilliance and the younger team’s late surge carried the victory.
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Borotra
Brugnon
Meda A Har
Santes
Ral Alp
Btate
A.L.P
Fede
Uckete
Ing
Aerio
Quist
Aft
Biate
Haaman
Talian troops on Kenya border clash details amid vote turmoil
The report notes tense border activity involving Talian forces near Kenya as spectators discuss the semi finals where all contenders were foreigners. A chaotic match atmosphere and disputed calls disrupted play, with players expressing confusion and officials seeking to restore order.
Stoppsiges Set for Two Matches in Austin Schedule
Austin will meet Von Cramm at 2 pm tomorrow with Perry to follow against Budge. Today’s play drew comment from Wal- Us Myers who called the men’s doubles among the strangest matches seen. The Australian team collapsed, with the Frenchmen praised for pluck, the Adattalians faltering, and Australia failing themselves. Women's singles quarterfinals saw Jacobo defeat Lenana, plus Tedraagen and Planmers advancing in mixed doubles rounds.
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Austin
von Cramm
Perry
Budge
Wal- Us Myers
Adattalians
Austratiene
Jewel bargain with art purchase in Melbourne story
A Melbourne report notes that several months earlier American magnate Morgan spent £3050 on a National Art Gallery purchase. New inspection reveals the frame stones are genuine jewels, including sapphires and diamonds, greatly inflating the artworks value.
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Melbourne
Weansatay
National Art Gallery
Milan
Minister to Launch Maternal Welfare Educational Campaign
The Minister for Health announced a national drive in country districts to boost maternal and baby welfare interest and promote baby health centres. Educational films on prenatal clinics and baby health services will be shown at local cinemas with free admission, inviting public attendance.
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Aydney
Heath
Fitzsimon
Ima
Hac Coubushastiely Su
Two Men Cleared in Perjury Charge at Quarter Seasons
William Ricketts and Thomas Costello were found not guilty of perjury in a case linked to alleged third degree actions against Constable Albert Ward Windsor and Clerk Lacie Murry. Dr Walah testified about abrasions following their bail release. Judge Coyle urged caution over sensational methods, noting the seriousness for the community.
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Coyle
Tanker Grounds Near Brigbane Pumps Benzine Out
Swedish tanker hard aground off Cooktown reef causing spill risk. Salvage efforts report pumping out benzine as authorities assess environmental impact and safety options. Local crews coordinate with coast guard for containment and safe salvage operations.
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Brigbane
Cooktown
Health Causes Concern in Brisbane Bond Case
IMR. W. M. Hughes faces health concerns affecting his role in the Brisbane situation. Document notes he will not attend the upcoming Federal Cabinet meeting in Cambridge, while other entries imply debates over his signature and possible implications for ongoing matters.
Sales Tax Discount Sought in Deposition Request
A deposition request seeks a discount on sales tax. The filing notes the need to consider the request and outlines parties involved and the anticipated impact on tax calculations. The document stresses procedural steps and timelines for review.
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