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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jul 25, 1934
Page
5
Fragmented OCR notes discuss Cost of defence programs and treaty duties under the Covenant of the Nations. Mentions Australia Britain and New Works programs, anticipated increases in expenditure, and security needs guiding defence policy. References include government, defence organizations, and plan terms.
The Opposition Leader claims the budget speech mostly recycles past financial statements and serves political propaganda. He argues the government offers no plan to address unemployment and that the discourse reveals an electioneering purpose rather than genuine policy.
Dr Page lauds Aydenily amid budget talk as the Country Party leader congratulates the Federal Government on clogs, arguing tax reform aids public service funding and economic growth. He cautions the budget provisions will better public welfare and warns Parliament awaits clear policy statements.
Fragmented report notes Mr Beasley criticizing Bulger and NSW Labour Party figures amid a broader reform debate. References to government duty, salaries, and political claims appear amid blurred OCR text. Names and precise events are unclear, but tone indicates criticism and public service concerns.
Twenty nine Canberra residents were fined at the Canberra Court yesterday for breach of the wireless regulations. The Radio Inspector stated that about half of the 124 persons who took out licences recently should have been prosecuted.
Inspector admits escapes as Canberra court hears cases against numerous defendants for licensed wireless equipment, neglect accusations, and failures to hold valid permits. Witnesses and prosecutors outline inspections across Canberra, with fines up to 3 pounds and imprisonment terms for defaults while several defendants plead or are found guilty under the Wireless and Licensing laws.
A deputation from the Tendes and Labour Council including Meanie T. C. Storey A. J. Gardiner and J. A. Muir asked Minister Parkhill for an independent inquiry into alleged misconduct by officers of the P M G Department. Parkhill refused citing no evidence warranting inquiry and defended his department while noting a controversial inspector’s actions and multiple prosecutions tied to rate inspectors.
A Canberra court fined A G Hard wel and Vince 20 pounds each for street betting on a purposed wager. Evidence showed they used a public telephone to place bets while bystanders observed. The case highlighted the enforcement of betting laws in recent weeks with costs set at 8 shillings 3 pence.
Three men including Alexander Richard Holley, Tupohny Byodney, and Walter Bruce thamgnvm faced committal at Central Pullee Court on charges of conspiring to commit insurance fraud against the Queen’s Insurance Company. The case alleges fake policies, false statements, and staged injuries to obtain funds, with benefits claimed over weeks and payments made by the insurer.
Representatives from the UK Trades Council and Labour Council spoke about licensing and discrimination in prosecutions under the Wireters Telegraphy Act. They urged lawful administration and vowed to prevent prejudice while countering unlawful conduct in enforcing the act.
Flinders Naval Depot invites Bethel subjects and university graduates to teach mathematics physics and English under the Naval College Restoration Act. Appointees must be competent and serve a ten year term with an annual salary of £25 and a pension after ten years. Melbourne's Frank the Souratinyy, Nuvi Hoard announces the selection plan with a deadline of August 20.
A House inquiry in progress probes occult matters and wartime disturbances. Officials question claims of violent receivers and the role of the War Department while pondering how many veterans from TAR 121 are involved and the extent of internal suspicions.
Milas Verene a Queanbeyan based lawyer faced a Canberra court yesterday over a collision with Christian Banks. Verene, aged 20, allegedly failed to give way at an intersection and disputed claims of speed. Banks testified that Vercoe appeared to travel at speed before veering left to pass. The hearing examined evidence from a local constable and driver statements.
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