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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Mar 03, 1933
Page
2
A fragment argues that taxing primary production by land value, production value minus improvements, and replacing exemptions with a flat ratio is needed to avoid a collapse of the social structure. It warns that without reform, the taxation system risks detrimental effects on prosperity.
The Bank of Bostand announced a £2.46 187 purchase remarking on land tax as a heavy tax failing to reflect productive land value. Mr H M Ogilvie argues the tax is among the worst capital taxes and should be simplified or exempted, with withdrawal proposed over three years by accountancy bodies to ease transition.
A meeting between the Ruley Product Control Board and two sub committees of the Federal Cabinet failed to reach a conclusion on restricting butter exports to the United Kingdom. The outcome will be reviewed by the Federal Cabinet Monday. The commerce minister cited London price drops and higher Australian output as factors. Australia’s exports show a rise, with £29 and 50,000 tons shipped versus 2,000 last year, amid debate over whether exports should fall no lower than the 1080 level.
The Tasmanian Graziers Association secretary says he has not yet received a copy of the title of the United Worker Union which has applied to the Commonwealth Arbitration Court seeking a variation of the Federal Pastoral Award that took effect January 1. The association, with other states, plans immediate representation to gain changes addressing apparent anomalies and future difficulties between employers and managers.
The day’s card features Velimond and Kuvern winning in close finishes at Pendennis and Essendon Stakes action. Notable performances include Chhet Mule and Linineeh clearing six furlongs, with Parkwood and Rupronia delivering parity times amid a crowded program at Seawmarket.
Canterbury Park lists Saturday acceptances across multiple divisions including Juvenile Randivaud Flying Handicap and Highweight events. Entries feature numerous horses such as Mirthmaster Mable Mare Motif and Diamond de Quentennaire, with start times ranging from 8 10 to 4 10 and notable entries like New King and Lady Promytitiie.
A scrambled local extract notes a Thursday function launch for a racing double event with entrants such as Winocks Jacko Distant and Ardent plus a list of many horses or participants. Estimated stakes around £110 mentioned alongside a chaotic roster of names and titles.
An intimation received by wool exporting authorities from New Zealand exporters to curb large consignments of wool entering the market at once. The move follows a conference resolution from Melbourne in 1931 and aims to ensure orderly sale of wool across markets.
Melbourne race day update shows Trevalion scratched from the Australian Cup contenders as late scratch rules take effect. Trainer and jockey changes not disclosed. Event remains a key fixture with major betting interest and revised lineups.
W R C gallops at Flemington with Chatham 4 furlongs in 0 44 and Winooka 4 in 0 44 1 show. Denlis Boy led Adeline over nine furlongs in 1 39 Mimicker nine in 1 49. Pretael star in 2 13 and Greenline five in 1 8. Other times listed include Largome 1 19 Seven furlongs Vychan 1 35 Headman 1 48 Shadow Ring 1 49 Phantalic 2 4. Wincoka starts with Lady in the field.
Bytone, Thursday, My. A. We Etirtdgs, a retired text by Wwerehant, arrived in Bydawy from London to the Mureubool and expressed the view that artificial silk would never replace wool. He said wool looked and felt warm and remained enduring.
A damaged ad notes a made to order suit sale on March 4 offering two pounds savings, priced at £3 2s 6d, with a wide choice of tweeds indigo merjer fabrics and a zero deposit option. The notice promotes Easter readiness and emphasizes quality materials and quick delivery.
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