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Newspaper
Hamilton Spectator
Location
Hamilton, Victoria, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1909
Page
4
A House of Representatives session in Melbourne discusses defence policy references to Foxton and Selby, monetary allowances from £40 to £140, and claimed improprieties. The debate covers tariff anomalies, municipal taxation, and the Age Pension Appropriation bill as the session adjourns.
The Senate debated the Sailors and Seamen's Compensation bill and its second reading, with progress noted in committee on related matters. Senator Pearce moved to further empower the Commonwealth to address monopolies, a motion adjourned. The House rejected Needham's motion to form a select committee on printing arrangements.
In the state parliament Melbourne assembly Shr A T aeling moved the preliminary reading of the standard and tenant amendment bill. The aim was to prevent Lindlonl viewing the goods of an all-tenant. Prenderenst urged extending protection to tenants who were compelled to pay rates that should have been paid by landlords. The bill moved to the report stage. A bill to cheapen law costs by letting mining and country courts handle mining appeals passed its second reading amid reports. Mr. Murray promised to ask the tramway company why Nee men were dismissed amid tyranny and folly fashion. Mr. Bowser received a warm welcome on his return from Beothood.
A Melbourne discussion notes tariff changes and potential duty implications for import of flannels real goods and costume clothes. A deputation urged reconsideration, seeking duty relief and clearer competition rules for overseas marketers and traders.
Melbourne Trades Hall council regrets Sir Wyllie’s death but urges immediate self-government for Tadie. Executive recommendation condemns the Brunswick tramway dismissal of five employees as petty and despicable.
Wire from Melbourne reports wholesale commodity prices Thursday through Friday for Wheat at 4/10 to 4/11 per bushel, potatoes at per ton, onions and chaff near 4/5 to 6/5 per ton, meat and bread items listed with varied per unit rates, and general demand noted as steady with export and beverage supply. Strong emphasis on Western wheat, barley, and farm products with fluctuating freight and delivery terms.
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