Electoral Reform Discourages Postponed Polling Penalties
Reports outline a Commonwealth Electoral Amendment with aims to remove postal voting provisions and enforce compulsory enrolment. It specifies penalties for noncompliance, including fines and months of imprisonment, and details on enrolment, transfers, and notification requirements for voters and authorities.
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Federal Parliament Debates Postal and Commodities Acts
In Melbourne the House discusses amendments to the Conciliation and Arbitration Act and a postal act bill. A referendum proposal seeks government control of imports exports and commodity sales. Debates adjourned as shipping issues and anti corruption charges surface.
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Sedition Enrolment Cadets and Postal Budget Debate
In the Senate Senator Chataway moved to adjourn for challenging sedition articles in cadet enrolment. Senator Jaree dismissed the issue. motion withdrawn. The Navigation Bill report awaited. Senator M Coll condemned the Postal Department’s charges for country services. Rae amended against current Government. Amendment carried by a slim margin as the Senate adjourned at 10 pm.
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Unrest in Persia prompts consulate protection shifts
Dispatch from Calcutta reports continued disturbances in Northern Persia. Military units, including the Sixth Indian Cavalry and the Thirty-ninth Central Indian Horse, will embark to bolster guard duties. Reinforcements will be stationed at Bemiarabbar Haniker and distribute through Buw hire Shiraz and Tspahan.
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Two Ships Burned In Marine Disaster
Reuters telegram reports disasters at Helena and Enenno with two ships burnt and wrecked. The Papanus and the Dutch steamer Tsion are mentioned. casualties and missing persons total about twenty five. Authorities scuttled vessels to prevent further danger and rescue operations are underway.
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Lithgow Strike Faces Long Run With Funds Secured
NSW Labour Secretary Avanagh said at current rates union contributions would support the Lithgow strikers for more than a year. About 70 men are involved with 2000 pounds in weekly family needs. they receive 1 pound weekly plus child allowances while factory returns are halted.
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Hobart Butchers Strike Nears End of Week
Workers at Hobart butchers are filing back to work as the wage board decision looms. The strike is nearly resolved with most employees returning and awaiting the board’s ruling on wages.
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Mount Lyell Strike and Melbourne Union Debate
At Mount Lyell talks none reached settlement as Justice Higeine declared the conference ended. In Melbourne a trades hall council meeting backed sympathy for the Mount Lyell strike and urged government aid. Agricultural implement makers gave a levy to support the strike amid broader union calls. In Vancouver clashes between police and railway strikers continued with several shot.
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State Parliament Debates on Workers Accident Bill and Loans
In Melbourne the Legislative Assembly debated the Workers' Accident Compensation Bill with an amendment by Mr. M'Bride to exclude rural workers and contractors, prompting lengthy discussion. The Public Works Loans bill passed through all stages while the Railway Loan Application bill was examined in committee amid debate on electrification proposals.
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Arevencfful Cook Shouts at Manager
A maid witnessed Frank Loret argue and shoot at the Voltaire House kitchen in Milde. The manager dodged the bullet. a passerby reported the assailant fled, and Tepiet collapsed dead with a non fatal wound noted in the sequence.
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Sugar Commission Report Out At Sunset House
In Melbourne the sugar commission will release its findings tonight after Mr Tidor announced in the House of Representatives the commission’s report. The panel includes Sir Gordon South Australia, Mr Hinehelite secretary of the Lae door Federation, Mr M Anderson of Sydney, Mr Shannen barrister and cane grower, and Mr Crawford president of the Sugar Produce Association.
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Dundas Shire Finances Debate Rate Changes
At a Dundas Elite Council meeting estimates based on rates of 1 and 1/3 were evaluated. Dr Habel urged adopting a 1/9 rate to fund public works, arguing current funds are insufficient, while others warned of higher taxes and questioned the need for urgent projects on main roads and estates. The debate covered government aid for main roads, closer settlement, and the balance between rate increases and local needs.
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Dissolution of State Parliament Reported Amid Voting Reform Demos
A Melbourne wire reports the Legislative Assembly likely to be dissolved later this month. Returning officers will showcase practical demonstrations of the preferential voting system soon.
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Trans-Continental Railway Amendment Rejected in House
Melbourne dispatch reports the House of Representatives rejected Bruce Smith's Kalgoorlie Railway Bill amendment. The measure sought alternate blocks ten miles square for Western South Australian Government reserves. Progress reported as debate continued late at night.
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Draughts Championship Contested by A Scott and A Warrnambool
In the draughts championship A Scott of Richmond defeated Caulkinur of Warrnambool by one win. The victory places Scott to meet H Egan of Melbourne to determine the championship.
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Sporting Notes Rauding Scratchings From Our Correspondent
Melbourne wire reports the scratched entries for racing at Caulfield and Flemington including the Caulfield Guineas and Hurdle races. The note lists participants such as Fascipate and Lord Hines with other entries underlined by the meeting. It also mentions the annual meeting of the Madison Bowling Club to be held Monday at eight o'clock for reports and officer elections.
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Macarthinl Clit Handicaps Highlight Melville Trophy
The golf season will close Saturday with members competing for the trophy donated by Mr A M Melville. The Ripponburet links match originally set for the 1th Inet has been cancelled as Penebhuret cannot field a team.
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CONTINUATION SCHOOLS ADDRESS LOCAL EDUCATION NEEDS
A letter to the editor argues for establishing continuation schools in Hamilton to support families with limited means. The writer urges prioritizing education over defense spending, urging new school committees to address the issue and improve moral citizenry.
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