Fall of Government: Beasley group topples Scullin in 1930s vote
The Scullin Government narrowly lost in the House by five votes in a division over unemployment relief funding. Prime Minister Scullin signaled a dissolution and possible December election after refusing to appoint a select committee. Beasley led the opposition as the government faced heavy criticism over relief work and employment measures.
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Scullin
House of ‘Representatives
J. A. Beasley
House
J. C. Eldridge
Latham
Canberra
Wangaratta
Parkhill-McNeill
Killen-Matthews
Thit i
Beasley
Fe Ob de Oppsatien
House of Represtit
diTyat
Vrny Motion
Aid Fonarn
Pier
McGrath
Beaaley Maid Wat
Thouratias
Wendredy
Howmien
Mucmborn
Jane
New Southales
Laima Wok
Ireckatoe
Thidork
Wid
Politi Orwaniaer
Tengley
T Ae Porkutog Juland
Mtr
Munley
Hatin Hause
Thin Hove
Vince
Theadore
Pheodore
Namten
Annandale
Hoanley
Works Department
Sydney
Intance
Guilletty
Theodore
Corknoo Dorkyard
Aleutad
Ward
Resignation Hint Terms Government Transition In Australia
A garbled report discusses Prime Ministerial resignation timing and a plan to reconfigure government. It mentions Gener General and Wangaratta arrivals, seeking approval for a writ and ensuring government continuity until Parliament reconvenes. The text references Cabinet reporting and potential constitutional steps amid election timing debates.
Caucus Reviews The Defeat At Parliament Housed Meeting
A caucus in Parliament House reviewed the defeat of the government. Members unanimously supported the cabinet’s conduct regarding the adjournment motion and decided to leave future party arrangements to the cabinet.
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Houve Talent Caucus
Can
Wtabct
Pritts
Avitater
Bank Board Plans Pause on Exchange Rate Action
The Commonwealth Bank Board ended its session with no present change to the exchange rate. The next meeting is scheduled for next month, and further consideration of the issue is unlikely before then.
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Commonwealth Bank
Election Spur to Savings Bank Deal
Sydney reports the Premier Lang plans to push a Government Savings Bank amalgamation report by tomorrow, with Cabinet sessions expected Monday. Officials see the Lang Plan as limited in election prospects, while the Hunter Government defeat could push acceptance of the agreement, as bank limits remain closed.
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Sydney
Lang
Treasury
Ttmn
Moundlay
Maine
Balmain District Distress Highlights Bank Shortages
Balmain council session reveals unemployed residents facing severe hardship. Alderman Thornton cites many unable to meet rent and support families amid money owed to Government Savings Bank. He urges Prime Minister to consider amalgamation relief while stressing need for aid to unemployed women and children.
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Rydney
Weda
Marnaln Council
Thorn ‘Hon
Hundrean
Thornton
Hanna
Scullin Tactics Questioned In Commons Debates
London reports a large Commons audience as the Bratitepe Westminster Bi] lapses into confusion over KitGin's relations with Dominions. Amending motions sought to clarify ministerial changes while scuffles and tactical missteps by Mr. Scullin dominated the debate and helped prompt government retreat.
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London
House of Commons
KitGin
Dominions
Keullin
Menamny
Ieee
Aoullin
Howe
Beasley
Aldridare
Abey
Auppa
Mr Bruce Moving Leisurely in London Report
Informal dispatch notes Mr Bruce moving slowly in London as he comments states things are moving amid Australian Prout Association update on federal government’s stance and upcoming elections with unclear details and dates.
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London
Mrucs
Droanbar
Japanese Threat to Declare War Amid Mukden Fighting
Tensions rise as Chinese and Japanese forces clash near Mukden with reports of ambushes and heavy troop movements. Dispatches warn of a possible full war unless China withdraws forces, while global powers monitor the escalating crisis and calls for restraint.
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Shanghai
Mukden
Chulinho
Hain Min Tun
Tokio
Hites
Sole i
Chi Zoni
Liang
Great Wall
Mukueu
Cng
Acate
Chinchow
Petting Mukuden Raiway
South Manchurian
Mukiden
saileeyoMiehile
Jay
Geneva
Paris
League
America
Dawes
Tariff Policy Focus Grows in America
Washington reports President Hoover appoints Robert Lincoln O’Brien to lead the Tariff Commission replacing Henry P. Fletcher. Debate centers on retaliatory import levies as Britain plans higher duties. Hoover argues U.S. trade policy should protect competitiveness and not provoke Britain.
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Washington
Robert Lincoln O'Brien
Boston
Hoover
Henry P. Fletcher
Britain
United States
United Brnter
Rush of Goods To Beat New Duties
London reports a last minute rush to rush cargoes into England before a new duty order takes effect. German aircraft reportedly remain very active, aiding shippers to avoid duties. Croydon aerodrome centers heavy activity as freight machines and ships arrive with a variety of cargoes including clothing and supplies.
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London
England
Croydon
Tuummar Vion
Halgian
Lang to send bills to council in coming session
Premier Lang announces amendments to the Standing Orders of the Legislative Assembly. Aimed at proceeding with the Sydney bill package, the Insurance Companies Deposits Bill, and the Boiler Inspection Bill. Council has already made climactic amendments to these three bills.
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Aydney
Legislative Assembly
Lang
Legislative Council
Sydney
Boller
Sad Surprise Move for Tin Hares in Greyhound Bill
In Ryde the Legislative Council discusses the Greyhound Coursing Bill. The bill was passed and sent back after amendments rejected by the Assembly. A conference between Houses is proposed to re submit the bill in its original form with aid from a new member.
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TIN Hares
Ryde
Legislative Council
Hight
Greyhound
Wtegen
Billy
Long
Bill Terghe Council
G Meubure
Arbitration Bill Sparks Behind Doors Parliamentary Effort
A meeting among union leaders and organizers behind the arbitration bill calls for passage without amendment. They demand the executive confer with Parliament and resist delaying tactics while warnings of drastic provisions are noted.
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