U.N. Panel Proposes Lebanon Guard Plan At UN
The United Nations considers an observer team from India Norway and Ecuador to monitor Lebanon amid clashes. Egypt reports show widespread fighting near Shouf as Kamal Jumblatt holds influence. Western powers face criticism over intervention stance.
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Doube Reclaims Oakleigh Seat After Recount
Melbourne report says Mr W J Doube of the ALP easily regained the Oakleigh seat on a recount. His absolute majority over two opponents dropped from 19 to 15 votes, with no votes lost by Doube. Doward campaigned on the recount while informal votes were reconciled. Heffernan of the DLPP saw changes in final totals.
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A.L.P
Oakleigh
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Doube
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W. J. Downard
Downard
Jd. Heffernan
D.L.P
Rostrum Visit to Cooma by Canberra Members
Eight members of Canberra Rostrum No 1 visited Cooma on Wednesday night as guests of that club. Speeches debated whether farmers should become more scientific and criticism was offered. The Canberra club planned a return visit to Goulburn later in the year in reply to a recent visit by Goulburn.
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Canberra Rostrum No. 1
Cooma
Canberra Club
Goulburn
Canberra
Union Discount Plan Criticised Headline
A Union Discount Plan drew criticism as union members allegedly seek special retailer discounts. The speaker argues such targeted discounts threaten fair pricing and imply coercion or boycotts, damaging workers and broad consumer equality.
Early Abolition Of Payroll Tax Urged
The Government should examine avenues toward abolishing payroll tax in the next Budget or reduce the rate over three years. R C Anderson of the Associated Chambers of Manufactures of Australia urged action noting election year politics and cautious optimism in business. He warned that conservative caution could become danger if tax concessions are delayed despite rural income fall and loan maturities.
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Associated Chambers of Manufactures of Australia
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Anderson
U K Navy Labeled Fourth Rate by Peer in Lords
Lord Teynham told the House of Lords that Britain’s naval strength is a fourth rate power amid cuts in spending. Admiral Cunningham called forces inadequate for protecting shipping and unacceptable sea risks, while Lord Selkirk cited Commonwealth fleets totaling six aircraft carriers, eleven cruisers, and 120 destroyers and frigates.
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P.reuter
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House of Lords
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Royal Navy
France
No Reasons For Payroll Tax Cut Says Professor
Prof R I Downing of Melbourne University argued there is no case for cutting payroll tax. He said payroll tax reduces private purchasing power, discourages consumption, raises costs, and is not worse than other taxes. He spoke to the Australian Institute of Cost Accountants on economic balance and high employment.
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R. I. Downing
Ritchie
Melbourne University
Downing
Australia
Australian Institute of Cost Accountants
48 Years in Treasury Officer Retires
Mr. F. H. Osmond senior finance officer in the Budget and Accounting Branch retires after completing forty eight years of service with the Commonwealth. He came to Canberra on December 20, 1934 and served three years in World War I. A farewell gathering featured a presentation by the Treasury Secretary.
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Commonwealth
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Department of Treasury
Cyprus Violence Surges After Curfew Lifts
A Greek Cypriot was shot dead in Nicosia and at least 15 wounded in Limassol as Greeks and Turks clash across Cyprus. A Sydney journalist was beaten in the Turkish quarter amid fires and arson as police report up to 29 outbreaks. Archbishop Makarios accuses Britain of complicity while Turkish mob violence continues.
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Trading Hours For Queen's Birthday Holiday Canberra
Trading arrangements for the Queen's Birthday holiday set retailers and banks closed all day while most service stations remain open. Bakers advise buying Saturday with some bread baked before next Tuesday. Chemists use a roster to meet demand. Post offices open 9 to 10 am with no money orders or mail delivery. Mile normal.
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Canberra
Kenya Council Members Fined in Criminal Libel Case
Thousands of Africans cheered as seven Legislative Council members left the law courts after being fined £75 each for criminal libel. Demonstrators waved banners with freedom slogans and opposition to the Lennox-Boyd Plan.
Conventional Attack Still Possible
Sydney reports Major General Dougherty warned Australia must be prepared for a conventional attack from Asia. He said both sides would lack nuclear weapons and civil defence should be handled locally, stressing civil defense as a civilian issue at the Shires Association conference.
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Australia
Asia
Civil Defence
Dougherty
Shires’ Association
England
Canada
Protest at Broken Hill Over Mine Dismissals
More than 4 000 mine workers halted a work meeting at Broken Hill to discuss the industry future and protest dismissals. Over 100 employees have received notice of dismissal. The conference plans a deputation to Melbourne to talk with representatives of the three mines involved.
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