Bank petitions push for referendum on nationalisation of banks
Citizens submit petitions urging the government to consider a referendum or general election on the nationalisation of banks. Councillors discuss legality and timing, with debate over routing petitions to the Minister. Signatories aim to retain trading bank services and seek rationalisation measures.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gardisur
Tao
Nationation Bun
Banka
Fraser
Rulal
Counc
Uani
Eltisone
Terriory
Darke
Mulbeittad
Survivors Reach Cairns After Corvette Wormambaal Blast
Twenty six survivors of the Corvette Wormambaal were rescued after striking a mine near Cape Grenville on Saturday. Injured crew members, including Commander Myte, were taken to Cairns Hospital as aid efforts continued. Five ambulances ferried the wounded while officials prepared for a coast patrol inquiry and potential delays. Two sailors, Rogers and Jarratt, aided the injured, preventing further disaster.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
Cape Grenville
Cairna
Cairne Hospital
Boas
Femurabie
Becatuay
Seine
Saad
Utdaater
Werrambood
Wien
Minster
Neale
Navy
Riordan
Auetralla
Imac
Rogers
J. H. Jarratt
Bandon Ah Bosn
Wuran
Immediate Navy Inquiry On Mining Accident In Australian Waters
In Canberra the Minister for the Navy said an immediate inquiry would be held into mining near Wasr ambogl. Captain Whestley of the 20th Minesweeping flotilla on HMA Swan would provide a report. He noted three mines were detonated in recent operations with no further damage. casualties and deaths are covered by service casualties.
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Navy
Hiordan
Canberra
Ambogl
Fiordan
W Whestley
Mlotilla
HMA
Swan
Sud Cagualtien
Warrnem
Riordan
Austrailia
AM van
Cairns
Solid caucus vote on bank policy report details
Fragmented article notes elicit protest and debate over bank policy aims amid parliamentary activity. Mentions Labour Ministers and uncertain timing, with references to border issues and public responses. Names and locations are unclear due to OCR distortion, but political tension and investigative reporting are evident.
Rights of defendant to choose trial and adjournment details
Fragmentary record from an attorney hearing at a magistrate shows questions about whether the defendant may choose trial by jury or bench and whether an adjournment is available if the defendant cannot appear. The notes reference a request for adjournment and possible adjournment denial.
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Petes
Crete
B. A. Guediner
Shoruld
Bunor I
Pasterday
Election Postal Vote Provisions Noted by Returning Officer
The Returning Officer Mr VF Turner drew attention to provisions for postal voting under the advisory council system. It notes that some voters who cannot attend due to infirmity maternity or other reasons may apply for portal voting. Applications must use the prescribed form and can be submitted any day from now onward until the polling day.
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Cmeer
Turner
Advicory Council
Pease
Alleged Larceny of Overcoats Remains in Court
John Raymond Auteliffe a 33 year old contractor was remanded to appear at Canberra Court on September by Mr eC P Romane amid ongoing larceny allegations concerning overcoats.
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Die Tuatody
John Raymond Auteliffe
Canberra
Ec P Romane
Wheat Belt Sees Steady Rains Across Perth Region
Weather bulletin notes steady rains in Western Australia over the weekend, including Perth and the wheat belt. Crops showing signs of a developing drought benefited as rainfall helped ease dryness. Record low temperatures and dry spells were observed earlier in the season.
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Good Jane
Perth
Wheat Belt
Rain Ends Heat Spell as Sydney Sees Cooler Day
A humid spell broke after a hot stretch with rain in Sydney and nearby Moga. The day’s highest readings were 86 at Moga and 41 in Sydney, ending a spell of high temperatures.
Canberra Forecast Shifts With Wind and Cloudy Night
A weather forecast notes a late afternoon transition with drifting clouds and headwinds, turning colder as strong winds develop. Attendant readings warn of gusts and cool air favoring dry nights with possible frost.
Commonwealth Bank and usury risk in trading bank debate
A Canberra discussion outlines fears that ending trading bank restrictions could push borrowers to private money lenders. Government voices warn the Commonwealth Bank may lose its traditional prestige and face competition, risking higher interest and broader access to credit.
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Commonwealth
Commonwealth Bath
Commonwealth Bank
Trading Banke
Commonweath
Australia
Europe
Commonwealth Banke
Melbourne Money Landers
Hurley expelled from Canberra ALP branch over feud
Mr Hurley facing expulsion from the Canberra branch of the Australian Labor Party after a dispute during a branch meeting. A statement from Hurley claimed the branch was rife with Communists and said he resigned, while opponents accused him of breaking party discipline and pledged loyalty to party candidates and aims. The episode pits Hurley against ALP executives and fellow members amid broader intra party tensions.
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Wwe
Dawnell
Moxprial Board
Canberra
Murley
Hurley
Une Branch
Pevieen
Khurtay
Bing
Sec‘ion
Ada P
Advisory Council
Andiante
Australian Labour Party
Algmst
Twest
Warejoy
Xan
Reiye
Ve Alestralian Latour Party
Canteren Dratch
Ting Pleityn
Educt
Dlatelhation
Abe Malton
Tim
W. ED. Burley
40 Hour Week for Public Service Announcement
The Commonwealth Public Service will adopt a 40-hour work week from January, as announced by Prime Minister Mr. Chidley. Clerical appointments and shifts in the Postmaster-General Department will adjust to overtime payments until manpower improves, aligning with existing 48 to 60 hour practices elsewhere.
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Chidley
Commonwealth Public Service
Artiains
Postmaster - Generale
New Zealand Champion Sheep Dog Heads Canberra Trials
New Zealand champion sheep dog General Haig, owned by Mr APMC Meerae, will lead NZ entries for the Canberra trials with a second NZ dog owned by Mr PC Mackensie of Herekin. South Australian and Victorian rivals also field strong dogs as draws for the championships are set for Thursday at Pandakae Oval.
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General Paig
New Zealand
Shee
Apmc Meerae Oe Peimeraonorth
Uhr
Pandakae Oval
Etseoe 3
Easland
PC Mackensie
Herekin
Roth
Yall J
Grammathon
Canberra
General Haig
Hav- Jim
Grampionshipe
Holding
Wil
Very
South Australia
Snow Waite
Ant
Rowdy
Wasiner
Nait
Vicuitian
Prive
AJC
T. South
Goulluen
Ove
Sydney
A. P. Butler
Mores
Johnny
New South Wales
F. Bonnelly
Mack
Bungendore
Watde
Goulbarm
Gorge Stanger
En- Aries
Uriel Ae
Adverse Trade Balance in July Reveals Decline
A July trade report shows an adverse commodity balance of 6,468,000 in Australia. Imports of merchandise rose, while exports fell, signaling a widening gap between what the country purchased and what it sold abroad. The data indicate a deterioration in the trade balance for the month.
Road haulage for perishable foodstuffs debate
The Advisory Council weighing government cooperation for permits to allow road carriage of perishable foods. Shakespeare notes lines about existing systems, transit delays, and proposed fixes to improve movement from Tan to Canberra via Darling, Queanbeyan, and Goulburn with trucks, trains, and shunted yards.
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Ter Interice
Canberra
Iasi
Shakespeare Ald
Tan
Darling Murtaur
Fafield
Southern Foods
Goulburn
Queanbeyan
Soos
Minister denies price fixing claims amid inquiry
The Minister for Customs Mera o F Spurnant Seat denied knowledge of any price fixing by authorities. Senator Cur said a reliable estimate of potential savings could exceed six million, if accurately determined, highlighting ongoing concerns over market manipulation.
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Customs
Merao F. Spurnant
Tim Thet
Xing
Curce
Land Settlement Nears End of Greatest Admin Era
Perth reports Australia nearing the end of its largest land settlement push. Officials estimate government and settlers have mobilized vast tracts and funds. The inquiry results and eastern state involvement are awaited as policy winds shift.
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Perth
Tta
Ite
Tor” Woldier
Government continues search to save dollars
The Minister for Customs said yesterday the Government is conducting a thorough search to save dollar imports, aiming to cut costs further but no major action has been taken yet. The original plan involved tariff adjustments and procurement changes, though specifics remain undeclared.
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Ena
Govethe
State Lottery Sydney Draws Noted Results
State Lottery Sydney draws announced Monday with First prize No. ZETWT won by Mrs L Hughes of 24 Northland Road. Second prize No. 30008 Three Dollar Syndicate won by Mrs D. Nielsen of 3 Milwaukee Street. Lottery No L048 to be drawn on Wednesday at Clovelly in Bayside area.
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Sydney
Artery Mo
Dart Myndicate
L. Hughes
Northland Road
Dgeclift
Alscander
Fiyaney
Prim
Dolla” Syndicate
Mra. D
Nielson
Milawater Pista
Baaibourne Aynue
Clovelly
Lottary
Denwra
Supplies of Tea Arrive as Markets Brace for Week
Fragmentary OCR notes describe tea supplies and trade concerns in Sydney and Melbourne with references to Australian imports and market space. No clear event or date is discernible, but the item notes tea arrivals and shipping mentions amid uncertain economic signals.
Large Paper Mills For British Firm At Ballarat
A British firm plans large scale paper mills at Ballarat to supply paper locally. An Australian company will be formed with Thomas Owen & Co Ltd as principal, employing many workers and bringing skilled technicians from England.
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Ballarat
Hee
Australia
Thomas Owen & Co, Led
England
For Scoured Wool Auction Notes from Sydney Market
An Australian buyer obtained scoured wool from Winton at the pairing of the Charleston seaman. The June sale shows a $1 gain and a firm stance compared with Sydney market rates rolls. The record indicates a steady demand and stable pricing, with buyers and sellers aligning on value.
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Winton
Cba
Sydney
CAARHES FALL ON HEHER RATES WITHOUT APPROVAL
Prominent industry group leaders warn that increased carriage rates were approved only with oversight from the Prices Branch. Master carriers had sought a 17 percent rise last July, citing higher tires and costs, and a temporary 1 percent increase was discussed on 19a raten. The Prices Branch will review 1847 accounts to decide if the industry can bear further cost hikes.
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Sede Ag Prom Commie
Mt Aruhy
Yenterday
Save the Children Fund Urges Winter Aid Europe Crisis
A Save the Children Fund appeal highlights clothing housing food and schooling for European children as a winter emergency. Fund official Miss Ferguson warns that hunger and war produce long term harm to children and markets. She recalls the 1924 League of Nations pact and outlines aid efforts including doctors nurses and relief depots for children in war zones, urging Rotary members to act.
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Europe
OM. Ferguson
Tela Ofeer
Avobie Children Fund
Canberra
Boone
Humanity
Peivale
Wakivan
Miritain
Mike Ferguson
Locdun
Inp
Perguscit
Poland
Grenos
Yugoslavia
Itheon
Green
Prater Ane Ruranin
Tdoctors
Mers
Ferguson
Inquiry into Building Complaints at Camps Faces Restrictions
A committee discussion details an inquiry into labor and housing conditions at camps in the ACT and South Australia. It reviews discriminatory treatment of workers, the need for a proper system, and possible government procurement of food supplies. The chair signals a report to ministerial authorities.
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Aia
Department of Labor and National Service
Gevreoment
Dimkeapear
Oo Cern
Wovers
Daley
Paley
Rhadespeare
Gardiner
Narravimdad
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