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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 10, 1934
Page
2
A public election notice appears listing Mort Street in Canberra with details on polling location and eligibility. Voters are advised to check official materials for date, time, and registration requirements.
Incomplete OCR notes show a weather fragment listing October related terms. The readable parts reference forecasts and temperatures but lack clear locations dates or figures to confirm specifics.
The article discusses the merits and flaws of proportional representation versus preferential systems in Senate elections. It argues the House multi member districts better approximate voter will but notes minority underrepresentation persists. It warns reform could temporarily worsen minority representation and urges timely action to correct electoral injustices.
The Melbourne meeting drawn by union leaders discussed direct negotiations with the Department of the Interior over arbitration and a possible reversion, noting a public holiday and attendance by officials from the Miners' Federation and related unions. The Interior declined to revert control, citing ongoing issues and positions involving Ringaton, Clin Cogtre, and central arbitration centers.
A terse notice reports ongoing losses as plans proceed for the United States entrant Rath in the Miers revocation context, with limited readable details on the proceedings and involved parties.
In Western Australia the second Senate vacancy count favors United Australia Party leader Johnston securing a clear majority over Federal Labour and Douglas Credit rivals. The detailed preferences distribution highlights McDonald and Murphy supporting Johnston while various parties exchange preferences across multiple rounds.
The American Federation of Labor backs a four six hour day and five day week as a core recovery plan. President William Green says unions will urge industries to shorten the working week and may use strikes if needed. Concurrently, a Black Connery Hour Bill seeks legislative support after Senate passage but House failure.
In Hong Kong on Tuesday naval crews aided the City of Cambridge after heavy tides and reefs left it stranded in the South China Sea. Suffolk boats reached the ship through a lagoon and ferried the crew to a motor boat near shore. The rescue continued from daybreak with the captain, five officers and 18 men remaining aboard as the ship rode high in the water.
At a recent committee gathering the F C P A Association decided to call a special general meeting around November 26 to discuss proposed new rules and by laws of the association and to enable general discussion on whether autumn or spring shows should judge 4x entries in the wheat competition with judging set for early December.
In Sydney on Tuesday NAW defeated Victoria in amateur golf with several close matches. Withycombe N.8.W. defeated Macy pherson Vic by 10 up while Ferrier lost to Williams 8 and 2. Bettington beat Ryan 4 and 3 Walters defeated Jackson 4 and 3, McKay beat Andereon 6 and 6. Hughes defeated Adams 5 and Dobson beat Schlapp 4 and ?
Golf pro titles feature on Tuesday as Straton leads the field with a steady round. W. J. Clerk competes for honors while B. Sharpene and other players chase scores and placements in a tight contest.
The Postmaster General announces substantial reductions on trunk calls linking nations over forty miles apart. The new charging method, applied across many thousands of pounds in savings, cuts costs for long distance connections.
Hesithte succeeds retiring Dr. Dick as state health director. Appointment follows announcement detailing transition and continuity of public health leadership.
In Washington, data show the United States cotton crop at its smallest in years, with figures indicating a sharp decline since 1880s levels and reducing overall production. The report notes substantial effects on commerce and related markets, including price adjustments and regional contrasts.
Five nominations have been received for the Leichhardt state by election to be held October 30. The Labor candidate is C. W. Matthews. Others nominated are Robert Breschin Edward Cooper William Dyer and Francis Moraeben.
A fragmented report describes the declaration of a Senate poll and remarks by Mr Dein of UA P. It mentions cooperation with the UAP and county aides, noting substantial tasks ahead and governmental responsibilities. The text references the Country Party and calls for support to form a governing body.
A report notes a parrot disease aboard a ship arriving from Australia and England. The text mentions birds being affected and concerns about transmission to other birds aboard.
Canberra residents and university supporters backed a push for a national university in the capital. Speakers urged Canberra as the proper national seat, stressing education as a Commonwealth obligation and calling for broad community involvement to secure funding and governance.
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