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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 28, 1948
Page
4
The Manuka Cricket Club and others attend the funeral of Percy William Githome at Waley Church Burreal tomorrow after morning prayers. Edgar A. A. Gardiner is noted among attendees and the private chapel at Motor Pwnerala is listed for the service with a 11:30 am timing.
Senator Cameron introduced a bill to amend the Australian Broadcasting Act, seeking wide regulatory powers over broadcast operations and to curb political content. The measure establishes a three member Board, appointees by the Governor General, with staff under the Publicly Review Act, plus new licensing and technical controls for commercial stations.
Apology offered for unclear text. readable fragments indicate a local event or meeting at a fixed time. No solid names, places, or outcomes can be confirmed from the garbled source.
A confusing report notes allegations touching the Board of Trade. Officials state bribes were involved in prosecutions against football pools and related paper allocations. A judge will preside with eminent lawyers assisting.
A cabinet request was made to adjust nurse eligibility rules. Mr Kelly stated the aim to permit younger applicants for hospital roles, citing exam and service standards and a push from the hospital association to modernize nurse entry ages.
In Canberra the weather forecast shows light rain in the afternoon and evening with cool south to southeast winds. Expect moderate to heavy cloudiness with a chance of scattered showers and northeasterly to southerly wind shifts through the period.
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The article surveys objections to the governments private company taxation plan and argues the reform risks becoming an economic weapon. It contends the proposed changes could force structural shifts and unintended consequences across industry while failing to resolve tax avoidance adequately.
The Governor-General and accompanying officials arrived in Melbourne from Canberra to attend a government function at Government House. Lieutenant Governor Sir Edmund Harring greeted them as Melbourne hosted the delegation and a ceremony with regional and military staff.
The report details deteriorating wartime defences at Darwin amid debate in the House of Representatives. Government efforts to maintain peace are noted, with criticism and concern voiced by members about mobilization and readiness as Allied operations continue in the Far East.
Nooum ea site for commission headquarters Sydney. Fragmentary text mentions Buddie Hew Sydney and selecting Nomen as site for a permanent branch or commission headquarters after a sch by special impeachment, with unclear details and names distorted.
Fragmentary report on a House of Representatives hearing where hostile witnesses accused the Prime Minister of misstatements. Tory and opposition members clashed during questions about document origins and forged items. The Attorney General and cabinet officials defended the inquiry’s scope amid heated exchanges.
A political dispute centers on the Ironworkers Federation attempt to levy funds from party members. Witnesses discuss a form circulated by the federation and a court ruling that a mandatory political levy could not be imposed on members. The exchange references Be and Camere Lint Piru and notes debate over the levy’s legality.
Fragmentary newspaper text describes a heated Senate hearing with repeated denials and accusations. It references assertions about con temporary misconduct and political maneuvering, with several named figures and party divisions cited. The garbled report notes parliamentary protest and cross-accusations without clear outcomes.
A garbled repost of a senator's speech discusses Australia and South America, noting wartime ties and political reactions. It references Urixial moot, theatrical organizations, and government actions while mentioning Australia and other countries. The text is oblique and inconsistent, with multiple broken phrases and unclear names.
A garbled OCR item reports alleged monopolies in the Canberra area. It mentions Senator Yee, Brambe Tat night, and the Consumer Society. references a government minister and a review of high living costs. The fragmentary text lacks clear dates or outcomes but indicates a formal inquiry or inquiry-like discussion.
A parliamentary debate defends postwar training schemes for ex service personnel amid criticism that programs are delayed and underfunded. Government argues schemes trained tens of thousands, with 170,000 men at present in some training, though critics claim insufficient capacity and long waits for placements in industrial trades.
A report cites 75 000 spent on royal decorations and related buildings, with a sub committee noting costly display items and travel costs. The document mentions plans to reuse state buildings and flags, and to distribute bunting nationwide, aiming for efficient use of funds amid criticism.
A garbled historical clipping complains of rail service quality from Albury and wider NSW lines. It references travel disruption, authorities, and calls for improved timetables and authorizations affecting passengers and regional links.
Obituary notes the sudden death of AM Perey Wall a beloved high school teacher. The article recalls his long service at Chabelra High Bolin and his role in the community and education. It mentions his leadership in the Royal and local Lions clubs and notes his survivors and funeral arrangements.
A lengthy session examines why private corporations should face tax treatment similar to public firms. Dedman cites private company profits and shareholder interests, while opponents warn against broad overreach harming private enterprises. Discussion covers tax levels, exemptions, and impact on taxpayers, with proposals leaning toward uniform rates and legislative action.
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