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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 14, 1927
Page
16
In a Canberra session bold questions on an import duties bill, naval construction costs, and a proposed permanent admiralty building are raised. Ministers face inquiries about native labour in Papua, housing Canberra facilities, and electoral bill progress as MPs push for clarity on costs and timelines.
Fragmented excerpts describe a Canadian parliamentary scene with a discussion on electoral reform. It mentions President, Speaker, Senate, and party lines, including Ogden and Needling arguments about parliamentary conduct and party influence within the Senate. The text reflects a debate on amendments and parliamentary balance between chambers.
The report describes a railway bill involving Port Auguste and Red Hill with mentions of 10 MW radiations, a minister, and work plans. Fragmented OCR renders many names unclear, but references to Adelaide and a potential date in January appear amid convoluted text.
Fragmentary report from yesterday’s sitting shows discussions on Canberra liquor poll with ministers and commissioners. Topics touched include a possible tax or rate related to a railway and telegraphic service rates, with unclear adjournment details and names.
The Senate debates consider advisability of new legislation and whether to expand bills. Senator Glasgow and others discuss responses to questions and potential law considerations under constitutional review.
Debate over road development funds and colonial spending reveals concerns about migration, employment, and the cost of public works. Senators urge productive investment, with Benatul Fall championing migration for economic growth while opponents warn against foreign influx and financial risk. Local figures discuss taxation and budget totals linked to imperial projects.
Queanbeyan Municipal Council met to address stray cattle wandering the streets. An impound officer urged immediate action, promising to prosecute owners and summons for offenders without further delay.
Deputation to the commissioner reports grievances of omeda employees regarding annual increases and nick leave accrual. The group, led by the Federal Capital Committee Association, awaits the chief commissioner to press demands for year to year increments and related allowances.
The fully decorated party hall hosted about 35 couples with music by Bros. Birten and Par Se and Mrs. Parker. District officials and master of ceremonies led the evening, featuring dancing and floral displays as attendees enjoyed the program and social camaraderie.
A church fair will be held in the Assembly Hall of the Amalie Public School on Friday evening October 21 and Saturday October 22 Proceeds go to the building fund for a new church at South Amalie.
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