British Government Survives Debate Over Norway Policy
London reports a caustic Commons debate on Norway ended with 281 votes to 200. Churchill defended naval strategy and the Narvik mission, insisting losses and risks were necessary to pressure Germany, while criticizing opponents’ calls for concessions. The session highlighted tensions as Warspite was sunk and government fortunes shifted amid wartime strategy discussions.
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Australian Associated Press
London
House of Commons
Norway
Taxation cap limits 60 percent of profit debated
In Canberra on Thursday the House of Representatives discussed special consideration for the primary pre company tax. The proposal aims to impose a maximum 60 percent levy on profits, with lawmakers debating adjustments and implications for business revenue. The session highlighted fiscal policy concerns and potential impacts on corporate taxation.
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Canberra
House of Representatives
Tax changes and road death toll reported
The article notes proposed tax changes affecting primary producers and a four percent rate increase per profit tier, with a minimum capital threshold. It also reports Melbourne crime statistics: 460 people killed in road accidents in six months to December 31, 1939, up 62 from 1938, and 4,235 injured, up 646.
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Spender
Soest
Tkitts
Melbourne
Vie~ Torls
German National Stole Fishing Cutter in Australia
Johann Dietrich Gruessing, 22, of Blanch Terrace Moonta, admitted stealing a fishing cutter and dinghy valued at 42167 from Karl Konrad Weingartner at Point Turton on April 29. Facing remand for sentence, he explained wartime hardship after losing work due to his German nationality and delayed naturalization attempts.
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Adelaide
Johann Dietrich Gruessing
Blanch Terrace
Moonta
J. E. Kelly
Justice Cleland
Criminal Court
Hl Gruessing
Point Turton
Karl Konrad Weingartner
Victorian Exclusion Sparks Premier Criticism on Tax
Melbourne reports Premier A A condemns Victoria’s exclusion from a flour tax share as victimisation. Ministers meeting and later statements raise questions about justification and timing. Agriculture Minister Cameron notes £500,000 aimed at marginal areas but questions remain.
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Riveu
Cameron
Mean
Somvron
Shetty
Victoria
Siberia
Gameron
Woman Injured When Car Strikes Tree
A vehicle struck a tree injuring a woman identified as Mrs May Hater Hackney of Hackites. She was taken to Adelaide Hospital by ambulance and admitted for treatment after the crash on Fyay pond, Malvery. The car was badly damaged.
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Mullah
May
Weather report of yesterday's temperature range
Yesterday maximum reached 69.8 degrees with a minimum of 46 degrees for the 24 hour period ending 8.30 am. The concise reading notes a typical diurnal swing and provides no additional conditions.
Woman killed in Yuma murder inquiry on notes found
A widow Martha Miller aged 9 reports the death of her husband in Meadow Greta area. A scream heard around 7 pm led to a shack where a struggle occurred. A man struck the victim on the head and fled, leaving investigators to search for a suspect matching a slight build and unfamiliar appearance.
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Ateanatie
Rome
Meione
Notable visitors and passengers pass through Pirie yesterday
Westbound Sir George and Lady Pearce traveled on the trans Australian train for a Weday retreat. Fellow travelers included Father Bonaventure of the Pansionist Order arriving from Adelaide, and numerous business figures such as A W Jacoby of Swan Brewery, Sir Colin Fraser, Sir Alexander Stewart, and D Yates on brief visits. Local residents Mr W Regan, J J Davey, Mrs J J Pryor, and Mrs A E E Jones were mentioned among passes and hospital admissions.
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Sir George
Lady Pearce
Sisters of the Good Samaritan
Father Bonaventure
Pirie
Syeowrday
Adelaide
A.W. Jacoby
Swan Brewery Company
Perth
Wester Australia
Lieut
P.R. Jacoby
Sixth Division
Colin Fraser
Broken Hill Associated Smelters
Alexander Stewart
Bhsa.s. and Electrolytic Zinc Company
Mr. Ltd. Somerset
General Tumnager Vetlulytic Zum
Express
D. Yates
The
Immeliers
G. K. Willians
W. Regan
Melbourne
A. E. E. Jones
Pirie Estate
Yeas
Pirie Hospital
Unions Committee Faces Dilemma Over Strike Support
Sydney reports show the Combined Mining Unions committee weighing votes from 14 ballots with 10 for and 4 against the strike. NSW leads in favor, Queensland shifts reduce majority, branch dissent risks a breakaway, and Kurri and Penrith unions show strong opposition. Government fears a potential early federal election show in the air as labor leaders push for continued action.
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Sydney
Maisin Cylons
Aueensland
New South Wales
Queenslandaire
Symion
Wonthaggi Food Dockets Mention Payment Strain
Melbourne dispatch reports Wonthaggi shopkeepers near relief coupon honor, with cheques from Sydney late and six months of arrears. Cooperative Store credits reach seven thousand pounds while staff from Pirie Junction take three weeks leave. Reverend Lundberg recovering in Pirie Hospital briefly leaves bed.
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Melbourne
Sydney
South Australia
Keswick
Pirie
Co-operative
Messrs. E. Curry and
R. Mathlin
South Australian Railways
Pirie ‘Junction
Western Australia
C. O. Lundberg
Pirie Hospital
Menzies Offers Secret Ballot To End Miner Strike
In Canberra the Prime Minister R G Menzies told the House of Representatives that no more warnings would be given to striking coal miners. He said the government would consider a secret ballot among the miners to settle the stoppage and addressed remarks by Mr Orr.
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George
Off Cooper
Churetutl
Churchifl
Narvik
Warspite
Admiralty
UW Warspite
Canberra
R. G. Menzies
House of Representatives
Anthony
Orr
Wollongong
Menzies
Power cuts loom as New South Wales braces for shortages
Sydney reports dwindling coal stocks prompt drastic electricity restrictions. Authorities promise rolling outages and emergency measures amid grid stress. Union leaders hold talks. estimates warn thousands may lose work as production slows and companies reassess operations.
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Sydney
Serlyus
New Souty Wales
Sameuay
Howey
Amd
Paul
Gom- Iniltre
Wu and
Nut
Why Collie Men Not Strike
A fragmented report discusses Australian coal workers in Collie versus eastern regions. It notes the Collie miners operated under a tribute system with no consumer gains, while eastern coal seeks different cost structures amid ongoing national issues.
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Australia
Collie
Wesley Australis
Prowse
Ealife
Weetra Musipalia
Phuwae
Travel Line
SKC Ave Nouri Mt
Aly
Gas Rationing Expected. War Effects Cited
Executive Council to likely authorize Melbourne lending companies to ration cash supplies. War impacts may turn anticipated surplus of five thousand pounds into a small deficit by end of year.
ARU Deregistration Case Delayed for Reflection
Judge Bechy in the Arbitra ton Court postponed final ruling on the Australian Railways Union deregistration until July 16. The decision hinges on evidence from federal and state union leaders about branch member stance on arbitration versus direct action, and on ensuring the union’s official journal avoids contradicting that policy. The judge warned union ranks bear responsibility for executives' utterances and actions, noting many officers’ actions appear more political than industrial.
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Melbourne
Judge Bechy
New South Wales Railway Commissioners
Australian Railways Union
New South Wales
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