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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Jun 24, 1937
Page
4
Readable fragments indicate a Canberra area bookstore listing contact details and a call for preorders. The text mentions Tig Fish Ltd and Capital Press with a local phone reference, implying an advertising notice for advance purchases.
Weather data shows barometer readings around 30.06 inches at 9 am and 30.20 inches later. Temperatures range from 38.2 degrees at 8 am to 43.2 degrees by evening, with various daily notes and wind figures included.
In the House yesterday the government discussed extending the tier of defence ties with a Japanese ally. Thorby replied that the government had not finalized details and was still analyzing the proposal before official notice.
Sydney boxing report notes Ido Guzman made an om debut against Micky Mier at Leichhardt Stadium. Mier sprained his right ankle in the second round but continued to fight, with Guzman winning on points amid a strong Leichhardt crowd.
The Senate discusses the Interstate Commission Act of 1937, arguing it duplicates Parliament’s powers, risks conflict with the High Court, and delays constitutional reform. Critics urge direct Commonwealth action and a joint Senate and House committee to address interstate problems.
On the eve of elections Mr. Curtin denounces the Commonwealth’s move to revive the Interstate Commission. He calls it a delaying tactic aimed at creating lucrative offices and criticizes government incompetence. He urges referral to the incoming government and questions the commission’s authority and usefulness.
Senator Leckie of the UAP critiqued the Government after six years in office admitting mistakes and arguing the tariff policy did not singlehandedly improve workers' conditions. He warned against becoming a laughing stock as errata by ministers were noted and the government's claims were deemed exaggerated. The Chilean motion's adoption was carried on the voices.
In the Senate debate on the Interstat Commission Bill Sir George Pearce says the chairman need not have legal qualifications. Speculation grows on government choice with Pearce and Prime Minister Lyong repeatedly mentioned. The bill aims to recruit a trained staff from the public service for report analysis and commission operations. The debate was adjourned.
In the Australian House of Representatives, Labour member R James of New South Wales was suspended for the remainder of the sitting after directing an offensive remark at Speaker Bell. The motion carried 35 to 22 despite cross-party appeals to withdraw the remark.
The Department of Interior reports Captain Haultain's patrol Larrakin encountered aboriginal women on foreign and Australian pearling vessels. The issue of barter for luxuries is causing government concern and will prompt action to enforce Aboriginal Ordinance and protect natives.
Acting Prime Minister announced a draft agreement between G F Davis and the Commonwealth and New South Wales Governments for the Mor Shale Field development. Three sections would be submitted to Parliament for ratification at the earliest moment. He said copies of the agreement would not reach Mr. Dupo tori before July.
Three bills were introduced in the House by Attorney General Acr Menzies with first reading. A Therapeutic Substance Bill on vaccine control was discussed in the Senate, with second reading adjourned. The General Convention Bill and related issues were also under discussion as sessions adjourned at 9 p.m. Until 3 p.m. tomorrow.
The Hunter member Mr. James clashed with the Acting Prime Minister Dr. Page during question time over oil extraction from coal and mechanisation. The suspension motion passed 35 to 22 as Beasley Garden and others condemned government pledges amid heated exchanges and party rhetoric.
The defence criticizes Crown Prosecution, with Mr Beasley described as acting for the Government. Gander and Menghes spar over facts and pensions while Mahoney and Curtin challenge the Attorney General’s statements. The session covers pensions, taxation, and the 40-hour work discussion among Premiers.
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