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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1936
Page
2
Fragmentary weather data lists 50.7 inches and 286.8 regression values with times around 9 pm and 1s pm. Mentions SLA degrees and grass measurement 208. Details are unclear due to corrupted OCR.
A Federal pension dispute involves a high court challenge by a former officer of the Salmonyneth Public Service. The case tests the scope of legislation and potential impacts across states as it proceeds in court.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions a coroner inquiry and an event on September 12. It references a person’s statement about prior actions, an investigation into a piece of tinge, and a claim that “the Bay” may be connected. Details are unreadable and names are unclear.
A critical essay questions the existing book censorship by the Commonwealth government arguing it departs from just procedure, burdens the Crown to prove decency, and causes delays. It favors court-based judgments on indecency, blasphemy, or obscenity and warns censorship may harm fair treatment of books and newspapers alike.
The Customs Minister My. 2.W. White defended the censorship board and stated Eyelets In Gana had not been burned but detained and examined. He criticized those invoking indignation while seeking to boost sales, noted prosecutions in Australia and outlined government stance on indecency, with references to the voluntary board and potential action under the Police Drowes Act. Audrey laughed as the exchange continued in the House.
In a budget debate speech Sie Doula Cameron argues Australia should consolidate its position in worldwide markets, pursue friendly trade with other nations, and resist surrendering sovereign rights. He hopes for settlement in the Japan dispute and warns against imperial appeasement.
Sydney reports a boxing match cancellation amid dispute over guarantee funds. Promoter Ross and manager Sam Binnins sought 6000 from Carroll and others, with talks ongoing to settle finances. Efforts to stage the bout between Haddy and Carroll faltered as organizers and sponsors debated deposits and responsibilities.
A fragmented account shows the Attorney General Brenan debating in Parliament over Victoria affairs and questions of public duty versus private interests. The discussion centers on fees, integrity, and the Attorney General’s conduct before the Privy Council.
The Labour party at Canberra decided not to move for a general discussion of the trade dispute between Japan and Australia. The decision came amid vigorous calls for restraint from Prime Minister Lyons and Sir George Gudgell, but Labour insisted on the right to question the Government. The House will be given an early opportunity to discuss trade and Australia’s interests.
A disputed report centers on Mr Lyons and a clash within a tamle dispute. Statements from Mr Lowe and others address government policing and ongoing actions. The article notes emphasis on principle and continued efforts amid accusations of collusion and political opposition.
The House faced a heated session on censorship and the budget with Mr White criticizing oversight and ministers defending the Customs and Wool taxes. Protests and political sparring framed a day of speeches on literary policy, trade duties, and public financing as the Senate debated tax and spending measures.
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