Country Party Eyes Coalition as Government Sways
In Canberra the Country Party signals uncertainty over adopting a formal coalition stance while Prime Minister Cameron resists a fixed plan. Reports from United Australia circles say ministers await shifts and Cameron may convene his party on November 4 to review policy and possible marketing measures amid calls for policy reintroduction of compulsory training.
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Lion Has Wings film passes for circulation in wartime RAF
London reports Alexander Kordac's Lion Has Wings, a film illustrating Royal Air Force wartime operations, has been cleared for circulation and a copy is being sent to America. Official sources concede a raid occurred but deny details, stating most planes were brought down by anti-aircraft fire.
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Reaching Victorian Quota in ALF Volunteers
Victorian authorities report over 3000 men deemed fit for ALF service and expect little shortfall. In Sydney Teeway survey details include recruitment figures and tentative dates for a federal advisory committee meeting on compulsory military service.
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Unclear fragment from local notice mentions names and dates
Fragmentary OCR mentions Vieng Canberra holiday and individuals Aryphy Raver M Cemerit Mrs Cameron of Bydmey Mr Gamers operator of the Bt Andrews O16 Boys Union. Seems to note a person will be available until Friday.
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Indignation Over Canberra Melbourne Government Move
Ares from the opposition and critics condemn the Menzies Government for deserting Canberra, arguing Melbourne delays national wartime business as departments transfer. They warn noncentral capitals risk constitutional undermining and urge prompt Canberra return or relocation to Darwin to avert further cost and political backlash.
Weather Apprentices and Labor Plans Unclear
A garbled report from Canberra references weather apprentices and labor plans. It notes ministerial statements about barometer readings and maximum temperatures, with references to apprenticeship attendance and militia training.
National defence equality of sacrifice demanded
Opposition speakers denounced the government for not paying volunteers fairly and for coercion claims. They argued Australia relied on volunteer enlistment and warned compulsory service would follow if pay and allowances were not fair. They stressed volunteers supplied their own equipment and manhood supported national war effort.
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Price control in fixating imports and petrol prices
The Commonwealth Prices Commission reports tighter supervision on price rises and imports, amid rumors of petrol increases. Government action since August 3 has curbed unjustified price hikes, with quarterly statistics showing mixed city indices and potatoes as the main commodity affected by seasonal factors.
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Hughes Visits Militia Camps During Wartime Tour
Australian Prime Minister Mr Hughes toured militia camps amid war effort. Troop cheer greeted him in Liverpool where he urged greater discipline and readiness, saying with steady effort more days of peace lie ahead.
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Adapting Industry to War Conditions Policy Planned
A meeting of the Advisory Committee of Australian and British manufacturers will draft a war era policy to divert Australian trade to Great Britain, maintaining essential supplies and seeking British preferential rates for any necessary foreign purchases. The plan aims to keep shipping routes open and offset Australia’s trade balance during wartime.
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Currency in Japan currency in japan
New York report notes Japan and Britain sparring over sterling holdings as Tokyo seeks favorable currency shifts. The Domel Niwa agency cites Japan’s finance chief stating the yen’s move against the dollar poses no immediate risk to policy, while Britain readies for foreign currency needs amid wartime strain.
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Coal strike likely in Wales ends week deadlock
London reports a general strike is probable in North Wales as notices expire October 28. A Wrexham conference ended in complete deadlock with workers seeking grievances and higher wages while owners rejected further concessions.
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Canberra departmental transfers criticized at annual conference
Canberra concerns rise as the New South Wales Association of Country Chambers of Commerce prepares to meet in Canberra on Friday. The Parkes Chamber proposes a resolution opposing the federal transfer of government functions from Canberra to Melbourne and urging full recognition of Canberra as Australia's capital with cabinet meetings and all departments housed there.
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Lochinvar Residents Ordered to Quit Amid Militia Move
Residents of Lochinvar faced eviction as the Defence Department plans to requisition houses for military housing. Officials offered no official explanation yet promise hotel rates to house officers from nearby Cera. Many locals fear displacement as vast vacant land nearby awaits use, while Deputy Premier Braithwaite seeks Commonwealth intervention to halt unnecessary action.
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Premiers to Meet Melbourne in Canberra Conference
The Premiers plan a Canberra conference on November B one day before the Lown Correll meeting. Leaders from Melbourne are set to attend in a bid to coordinate policy.
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Paris Parliament to discuss November budget bill
Fragments report a delayed Defence works budget in Paris with references to Moratorium Act and parliamentary stages, alongside assorted international brief items from Sydney London and Tokyo. Mentions death of Zane Grey and military training centers in Beaten and Southern Command.
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