17 Jun 1938
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Newspaper
Dungog Chronicle Durham And Gloucester Advertiser
Location
Dungog, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1938
Page
1
The federal government moves to curb publications emphasising crime and sex and asks states to act against local outlets. The Prime Minister notes imported literature falls under 7 gazette controls and that Australia’s board will examine works deemed harmful to youths, with restrictions enforced.
An official statement from Canberra supports a National Insurance principle upheld by the Friendly Societies of Australia. It favors a medical service for insured persons as an adjunct to cash sickness benefits, while leaving dependants’ care to friendly societies. The Treasury will fund a yearly subsidy of 15 shillings per insured person for dependants, without raising contributions for married men under the bill.
Dr Chisley of Abercrombie criticised the Shires Association of New South Wales conference for little tangible benefit. He doubted ratepayers’ money was worth the trip for about 100 attendees, though he praised the executive’s work on behalf of the shires.
A report notes mistreatment at an unnamed institution with allegations against officials and staff. Details are unclear due to garbled text but reference to abuse and a request for accountability remains central. Names and precise locations are not readable.
Listing of canvas and duck fabrics with linings and webbing details. Prices, sizes, and stock numbers for No 2 and No 9 jute canvas, No 8 canvas, No 6 canvas, No 4 khaki duck, No 2 green duck, and varied canvas with ordinary web. Specifics include felt lining, cross web surcingles, leg straps, and price breaks by item.
Printing notice indicates production by Charles Howard Bensatt at the Registered Printing Office on Yowling Street in Dungog New South Wales.
In Penrith Speedway’s 19 mile Australian champion event a fatal crash killed Mir Mit and Jones of Fivediel aged two years five months, with their mother Mrs Tiare of Conyard injured. Driver Walter Manone escaped unharmed. A separate incident saw Freda Fickown’s car overturns leaving a broken leg and other injuries. Donald B. Eoin injured in a prior practice tumble.
Wilacuba Bhion Council presented to the Aviation Office seeking a possible aerodrome at Dungog. Melbourne Office referred to Mr Martin for engineering input. Engineers noted runway location near Canyon property with treet removal and road work. Shell Co and Provident were to inspect and assess feasibility. Consultation to proceed with KI aims.
The Geeraat Shephard Do Boolaty forwards to Premier Stepnané a plan to regulate dogs of all breeds. It calls for municipal registration, compulsory microchipping, chaining or muzzling, and penalties. Impounding or destruction may occur if a dog is found at large without registration.
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