05 Jul 1930
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 05, 1930
Page
1
Royal Commons and Canberra reaction follow the finding of fraud and dishonesty against Mr Theodore. The unprecedented political sensation prompts calls for scrutiny as the government watches the full report. Theodore faces severe scrutiny but may gain time to clear his name before parliament resumes.
Mr Theodore refrains from comment pending full Mantana report while awaiting Nast reading of the complete document with the discovery prompting the inquiry.
The Royal Commissioner in the Mungana and Chillagoe inquiry reports that Mesera E G Theodore J McCormack P L Goddard and Reid profited from a £40000 sale of the Mingana mine. The finding brands their actions as fraud and dishonesty and criticizes Goddard’s conduct with state enterprises and duties.
In London Thurntay George Newnan of the Ministry for Health addressed a conference of the National Association for the Prevention of Tuberculosis. The talk covered pulmonary tuberculosis and consumption in Wales, mortality patterns, and nonpulmonary cases. The document references figures and regional concerns, noting shifts in death rates and the need for continued control efforts.
Fragmentary text references parliament ratifying documents and a permanent chart of international relations. Mentions protocols and institutes, including a permanent cave for international tuation, with unclear terms and misread phrasing. No clear events, dates, or identifiable subjects beyond generic international treaty language.
The town total exceeds four million in subscriptions with £100,000 lodged on Wednesday by the National Mutual tite Association of Australia. A second subscription of £10,010 was made by the town’s association, as daily observances noted rising figures over the midweek period.
Dudley Home aid: missing funds from Dudley Home kept at Dee Why office yesterday afternoon. Police inquire into alleged theft, value uncertain, with a note about money found near the water. Investigation focuses on responsible party and location.
A damaged report details a signalman killed and dozens injured in a Bologna bound crash. The article mentions Mixtecs among the dead and describes the wreck as a terrible catastrophe at a railway station. Two men reportedly fled the scene, while a Hamad suspect is being pursued by investigators with no arrest yet reported.
A crude bomb exploded under a Calcutta mail train at Pesha last night but caused no injuries. Police suspect a group of young agitators placed the device, made from black powder, near the station.
Australia forced to bat again after Yorkshire's second innings total of 161 at Leeds. Harwood led Yorkshire with four for 18, while Grimmett claimed his 100th tour wicket amid a tense, rain-affected match.
Hurwood crafts a strong innings showing as Grimmett struggles with control. England bowlers fall to Hurwood and support from Wood, Fairfax, and Wall. Grimmett claims several wickets but Australia advances with notable performances from Leyland and Ponaford.
A mob of about 2,000 surrounded a tax official’s house at Kher in Rast Ren wal, attacked the property, and injured several people while compelling travelers to flee. Police intervened to disperse the crowd as residents opened fire, causing more injuries.
Railway workers across several departments face holiday pay rulings and wage adjustments. Officials directed payment for four holiday shifts, with commissioners overseeing the distribution and enforcement of the supplements in the Easter relief period. The measure targets lingering wage gaps and ensures compensation aligns with industrial agreements.
Senate debate focuses on Western Australia trade measures and potential retaliation over gold and wool shipments. Officials indicate urgent action, with President alert to Australia consequences. discussion includes proposed counter measures and timing for a formal decision.
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Fragmentary remarks critique travel by the London team and Australian players. The author cites misgivings about travel, staffing, and performance, noting Ewan’s town involvement and occasional delays. The piece reflects on distances, strain of passage, and sentiment about bringing more personnel from Australia.
Fragmented report claims lobbying occurred on the final day of debate over the Wheat Marketing Bill. Names like Hawker and Grimmett appear, with references to ministers, votes, and committee names, but the text is garbled. It suggests MPs questioned the extent of lobbying and the bill’s defeat or passage remains unclear.
Sir John Butters, former Canberra chief commissioner, joins General Motors directorate. The move aligns with GM’s plan to boost Australian material incorporation into cars and trucks. The appointment ties him to Australian and international firms including Caner Electric and Associated Newspapers Limited.
Damaged reports from Calcutta and surrounding towns describe a powerful earthquake that disrupted homes and crowds. Trains and docks were halted as tremors were felt across the region, with the seismograph at Calcutta recording intense shocks and aftershocks throughout.
The House discussed taxing film profits with themes of income attribution to Australian producers and potential cross border impacts. Theodore warned a plan taxed American companies and Britons differently while questions arose about producers and revenue from Australian ventures.
In a Friday session the Minister of Agriculture Mr Thorby explained price gaps between bread and fourpenny piece, noting plans to place figures before bakers to probe why further reductions are not made. Officials said general cuts in commodities are expected, but bakers’ margins were questioned as the department begins inquiries into bread pricing.
AYONEY Friday report says a man told police he sold the General Post Office and could net £45 from an adjoining allotment. He alleged he was robbed by a man while at Maroubra Teaching, with details prompting immediate police inquiry amid doubts about the story.
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