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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Jul 23, 1931

Page

1

Wheat bill debate and opposition press for support

A late Senate meeting saw the Opposition push to restrict printing of supply details while the Government seeks support. Ministers and party leaders indicated confidence in backing the measure, with cross-party hopes to gain enough votes. The dialogue touched on the bill’s timing, amendments, and potential impact on the economy and farmers.

Jyh Intiem Gisitra Menatirn Aioe

Fragmented Readout of Political Meeting Muddled by OCR

An OCR noisy excerpt reflects a Sydney political forum with references to parties and resolutions. The garbled text hints at attempts to avoid conflict before an election, noting tensions between factions and calls for harmony amid disagreements.

Sydney Wedmessay Knujetoibye Asbg Daily Puldo Amira

Untitled Tax Reform Debate in Maine Legislature

Fragmented OCR summary notes a heated tax reform discussion in Maine with references to a 6 vote on a cond passing, burden on taxpayers, and proposals for permanent funds. Mentions figures like Ward and references to personal mire ho and 500, with unclear dates and places.

Ax FU Maine Rewroxonteison Christinns Crowmedia Hiumbef OL Ward

Loan Council Sets Conditions For NSW Aid And Salaries

NSW faces delays in financial aid as Loan Council demands three conditions including NSW assuming debt payments. Prime Minister notes negotiations continue while Lang may push an economy bill and a salary cut proposal faces possible rejection or amendment. A Loan Council meeting is set for August 8 with Premiers Conference August 10 to agree on banking interlocutory support and state commitments.

Loan Council New South Wales Corretion Mkie Lang

Bill aims to cut salaries and limit government costs

Fragmentary notes show discussion of a reform bill to reduce expenditures by capping salaries at £600 and cutting costs. The Prime Minister and government leaders are referenced as pursuing a temporary initiative through the Legislative Council and likely action by the Upper House to advance or block the measure.

Promier Mr. Lang Emini Alameson Cowell Oitha Premiera Mercement

Postmaster General Tests Small Post Office Closures

In the House of Representatives Mr H Greean questioned the Postmaster General on whether small post offices should be closed to streamline operations. The official said a substantial decrease in business from small offices compared with larger ones factored into potential closures. Mr Beasley asked about employee impacts and timing, while the Minister noted no final decision had been made and a day would be set for further discussion.

New South Wales Cownell Scullig Atr Lane Ute Canin Counel Lo’ Mest New ‘South Wales Nsw Postmster-Ceneral Ventarang Fl. Grean Beasley Tousloy

Public notices from the House session report cabinet committee actions

In the Commonwealth publication a House of Representatives report notes Cabinet and committee activity. It mentions the government ministry, the Public Service, and departmental arrangements amid expenditures and reform proposals. The text emphasizes parliamentary oversight and ongoing arrangements within the administration.

Convertion of Bonds Across New Loan Plan Reported

A fragmented report notes a financial move under a new loan scheme affecting private individuals and public figures. It mentions individuals securing sums of funds and bonds, with references to locations in South Wales and a party called Allatia Lid. Gamen Sirest hints at a conversion process and ownership changes within a broader financial operation.

Phi Southern Union Ieurartee Fe Company Allatia Gamen Sirest Methollin Canivort Nividnale Atiuister Yestersay Rangers IMC Callie Collly Notlers Mareaboon South Wales

Shanghai Strong Feeling Over American Doctor Incident

The Chinese authorities detain Dr Francis Parker of the American Hospital in Tehhow North West Shan tung amid unrest after a deadly clash at the hospital. The Tehvhow Branch of the Kuomintang demands the execution of Yucker, an American official, an apology, and indemnity for the relatives of those killed.

Thorbury Raysay MasOunald Francis Parker Bosh Misalon Hospital St Tehvhow North Shan Tung Tone Yucker

Commission Urged To Control Custom S Science?

A senator Melachlan is criticized for a new spirits duty. The article accuses the Customs Department of mismanagement and alleges a whisky tax scheme served private interests. It claims the federal role is limited and state authorities should address purity concerns while exposing potential evasion tactics.

MeLachlan Devlurpa Aviaom Customs Department Phint Marie Weter Im. Post Grom Nisl Cain Fenn Tana

Gold Field May Be Increased By New Methods

A deputation pressed for eight council members to supervise gold mining operations to raise yield using modern methods. Senator Kingwill, Metachian, Johnston, Lynch, Ken, Cusnek, Cweing, Mee, Mo, Bo Bernaten formed the delegation. They argued current treatment of ore limits output despite high-grade ore.

Senerdaye Suupervisa Scullin Dupdarion Kingwuilll Metachian Johnston An Lynch Mesars Keni Cus

Export Levy Reduced Charge Record Trade Data

The report details export levy adjustments and trade figures for Australia during the period, noting a rise in exported butter and dairy products. It records a 25,560 ton export total and a higher year over year growth, highlighting China’s export increase and a 154 percent surge over the previous year.

Australia Aunion Chiona

Father's Curse on Irish Murderers Over Grave of Son

London report describes a father uttering a curse over the grave of his murdered son as detectives pursue the Maddur gang. The fragmentary text indicates a tense scene with strong religious language and ongoing police investigation.

London Maddur Gang Ayan Pentendas

Treaty Talks Shake British Government Amid Trade Friction

Fragmentary notes indicate British discussions on the Avista Junadian Trade Treaty and potential commercial terms. Official commentary questions a broader commercial strategy as ministries reassess priorities and allied positions amid unsettled negotiations.

London Trentny Oply

Rationing Extension Prompts Countrywide Concern

An industrial commission in the country contemplates extending rationing measures amid alarms in Sydney and Wernoxdns. Officials warn of longer shortages and urge compliance while businesses adjust inventories and pricing to counter demand.

Sydney

Mungana hearing delays on first day at Brisbane crown case

The trial opened with delays as the Crown case against E. G. Theodore, William McCormack, Peter Lewis Goddard, and Frederick Reid began in Brisbane. The government seeks £30,000 plus related sums for Manguna Mines value disputes, while defence argues on several points including the 1674 1980 act and asserts no conspiracy existed.

Brisbane Sun Hate Cams Queensland Manguna Mines Goddard McCormack Theodore

Smith and Ulm May Leave Australia Report Confirmed

Sydney weekend edition reports definite plans for Smith and Ulm to depart Australia. Overtures were made to Kingsford Smith and others as the airline seeks to expand outside Australia. The board chairman said the move would affect the entire company and may involve major personnel changes.

Sydney Weanenday Citirman Be Ie Stour Teecay Mays Port Slansford Smith Aviatralia

Storming Warsaw Tragedy Lines City in Ruin

A brutal wartime report describes a massive storm in Warsaw with many fatalities and widespread destruction. Thousands of homes damaged or destroyed, buildings flattened, vehicles hurled, and trains halted. The Latin City Park is cited as heavily scorched with no trees standing. Official tallies rise as death rolls grow.

Biehtoan Lublin Norges Latin

Kingsford Smiths Comment Melbourne Report

Fragmentary report notes Kingsford and Smiths and mentions Melbourne matters. The text is garbled with unclear names and dates, offering no clear event or outcome to summarize reliably.

Visit to Moscow With Bernard Shaw and Lady Astor

Newspaper accounts describe Bernard Shaw and Lady Astor arriving in Moscow to a rousing welcome. Officials, reporters, and photographers greet the visitors as they are escorted by bands and guards to meet Soviet authors and officials.

Moscow G. Bernard Shaw Astor Nes Walcome Feadura Sof Honowe Shaw Gaidy Lanin

Collision in dark car hits trucks near Prospect

A collision near Prospect on the Mudgee Sydney road tonight involved a dark car and several trucks. Donald Cameron, 45, was injured when the service car crashed into the second truck and pushed three others off the road. The car was severely wrecked and the driver escaped with non life threatening injuries.

Sydney Beth Prospect Donald Cameron Foubra Te Crave Actair Dirig Peanchigerm

Tax penalties handed to defendant over income returns

A court heard Samuel Mocultogi of Hay plead guilty to two counts of failing to file income tax returns. He faced penalties totaling £2,134 10s, with a month’s pay due to cover the costs. The case highlights the strict enforcement of tax rules and the seriousness of failing to comply with filing obligations.

Sydney Weanen Donsph Samuel Hay

Lottery craze in Sydney stirs public interest

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a lottery related event in Sydney with mentions of applicants, a figure between 46,000 and 86, while details are unclear and efforts to extract full facts are hampered by garbled text.

Savings Bank Merger Discussed In Assembly Debate

A fragmentary report from the Legislative Assembly notes a discussion on absorbing the Government Savings Bank into the Commonwealth Bank. The speaker Kilpatrick is referenced as unable to carry out a promised tabled agreement. The record cites terms from the government bank board and mentions verified dates and official reports.

Government Savings Bank Commonweality Bank New'South Kilpatrick Cominicioweality Bank Fae Coe Tam Lang

Melbubane and Gibson Silent in Court Record

Questioning regarding Mr Namnew atemnent in tie Leetsialive, with NSW Government Savings Bank mentioned. Law officers report medical and financial details as part of a broader inquiry into a bank and regional governance.

Namnew Fiswolly New South, Wales Gorayment Savings ,Bank Sly Robert Lins

Federal policy urged to proceed with wheat marketing debate

In a discussion of agricultural policy, officials urge advancing the Wheat Marketing Act despite opposition. The exchange references outcomes for farmers, supply, and price effects, with focus on marketing structure and national production.

Fafmern Raby Thorp Australia Prilon Austen Ehah Confireness Markatn

Debate on Wheat Market Reform Passages and Australia Price Moves

The House debated amendments to a wheat bill tied to price moves by Australia. Officials argued European crops were diversions while Australia pursued control, with blame cast on miscommunication and propaganda. Farmers faced uncertainty amid calls for policy shifts and production targets.

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