21 Nov 1929
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Nov 21, 1929
Page
1
Fragmented London commentary discusses government stance on imperial trade, dominion reactions, and proposed fiscal measures. Assertions about free trade versus protectionism surface amid an official committee report and counterclaims of economic risk to the mother country.
Fragmented OCR notes describe a tale of a sailor doll for a baby in Wales. References to river waters, winds, and a dramatic disruption at a valley site appear, with unclear dates and names due to low readability. The piece reads like a garbled field report or wire service blurb.
The opening of the twelfth Commonwealth Parliament sees many new faces in the Government and four parties represented on the Opposition benches. N J O Makin elected Speaker and D C McGrath Chairman of Committees amid formal, orderly proceedings. The session marks a historic shift in personnel and power balance as members are sworn in and the house grounds await seating arrangements and committee leadership.
A town article notes Mr 1 FW teen Miehenand being elected chairman of committees. The piece records his prior roles, including service on the Maun oe ptaption cad and as a member of the vinte Howe. It mentions his experience and influence within the council and remarks on his leadership style.
Report from Rothbury says a near confrontation at the pit head failed to trigger action. Police protection planned as miners from Cessnock gathered. the whistle blew but no response. Several men stood at the gate amid confusion and a tense scene with unclear interference.
In a heated session Labour MP Connell accused Premier Bavin of lying. The Deputy Speaker ordered Connell out after he refused to withdraw. The debate touched on the Hotihury mine and government handling amid calls for timely warning and safety measures.
At Avatations of Uwe Heste Mine ter introduced to ministers in Parliament Hanae. Delegates Meera Netlomont Prance Sarent Italy faoure apan Punc hina Rewmern 1 Fett Demmark Mien Rie Corymniopabes Geener met.
A disputed meeting at Hathbury Colliery involved representatives from MIL and others. The minister refused an interview, andParticipants debated next steps while awaiting further guidance and possible action through Saturday.
A Sydney commission session heard Duelo representing the Mpere on northern concerns about the Interstate and overman trade. He argued owners could influence the con by the altE apeacion. workers were paid less as a result and public demand for better pay and conditions rose amid tensions.
Report from Canberra on a cabinet debate about mining unions and federal action. Mention of Combined Mining Unions, a meeting on Monday, and the Treasury minister Teenderra amid questions of truth and authority.
Fragmented OCR reads as a chaotic political piece referencing an anti-bigot platform, a new party, and discussions of rationalism. It mentions meetings, figures, and symbolic names, with unclear dates or locations. The text hints at factional divides and calls for a new political alignment focused on anti-bigotry and rationalism.
In a partially readable note the Pri Minlator acknowledges acceptance of invitations. The fragment mentions Herm Crom and a conference in Canberra. Details are unclear but references a barueday event and discussion of attendance.
Miners and union leaders in Australia gathered at Canberra to discuss a dispute over terms with Robiwhey Colliery. Secretary Chatwin and federation officials indicated uncertainty about a union response, while plans to confer with Canberra officials were postponed pending Friday talks.
Weatenby Fort was chaird today to prepare views for cooperation in the federal government program. They agreed to send representatives to Canberra to link the agreement and discuss the coal issue amid the effort to unite policy makers.
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