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Newspaper
Horsham Times
Location
Horsham, Victoria, Australia
Date
May 22, 1931
Page
9
Parliament debates the future of Australia’s primary industries with Lord Somers praise and calls for sympathetic scientific treatment. Tariff revision, Mallee farmers’ welfare, and Crown evidence rules feature as Bailey and Linton push for policy clarity and unity amid crisis.
The Bank of England lowered its key rate to the lowest level since 1000, mirroring New York's cut to 1 percent. Analysts see this as cooperation among international bankers to spur recovery, though immediate impact may be limited as domestic rates still lag global levels. The gilt market remains steady while other sectors slide amid heavy liquidations and price declines.
At a monthly Armidale Graziers Association meeting NSW, Mr L Rowland assailed the Taxation department and federal government. He argued Lyons should lead to lower interest rates and faster loans, noting English banks hold vast funds awaiting safe Australian investment. Other speakers criticized lenient books and government figures, urging tougher fiscal stance.
An historic note describes Woods' remedy claimed to treat colds influenza and related ailments. The advertisement markets its peppermint cure as a swift aid for congested throats and feverish symptoms.
Our well equipped cafe maintains an unchanged reputation for afternoon teas and light luncheons. The courteous attentive service makes us a popular district rendezvous. We are specialists in catering fieldings dinners clearing sales and inquiries invited.
The directors listed include Edward Fitzgerald and John I Winter-Irving with Chas Murphy and John B Feehan and Edward Ryan. Sir Arthur Robinson heads office at 115 Queen St Melbourne. The company sets a maximum commission of 24 percent on estate capital value. District representatives are Young Bros.
The Labor government, pressured by the Country party, removes the 4 percent primage tax on corn sacks flour sacks and other goods. Wheat aid funding remains unsettled with questions over bank guarantees and the Wheat Assistance Act awaiting operation.
A fragmented discussion on car electronics and reliability notes how drivers misunderstand vehicle systems and fail to perform essential maintenance. It highlights common faults from electrical issues to ignition and plumbing, warning that neglect can lead to unsafe or inoperative vehicles.
The use of safety glass in windscreens and windows is expanding with forecasts it will become standard. Costs are higher but many cars already feature non shatterable glass, sometimes as optional or standard. England leads with regulatory moves and several US states consider similar rules to require non shatterable glass on new cars. Insurance firms note potential premium reductions for vehicles with safety glass.
An analysis argues high servicing and maintenance for commercial vehicles wastes fuel and time, reducing capital returns. It notes extended idle hours raise costs, while drivers and owners seek low cost servicing to maximize profits across the Commonwealth.
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