10 Aug 1928
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Newspaper
Robertson Mail
Location
Robertson, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1928
Page
1
Arthur N. Burton announces his appointment as sub-agent for Singer Sewing Machines. Your old machine traded in liberal terms.
A fragmented piece notes crime and punishment contrasts with magistrates, mentions children spared flogging, and laments bribery risks to politicians. It references 1925-26 rural holdings in New South Wales and land legislation, and outlines a proposed World Pilgrimage of soldiers for peace honoring fallen combatants.
The article condemns Sydney graft laws for offering only a 500 pound fine and six months imprisonment, arguing such leniency contrasts with harsher penalties for minor theft and tax offenses. It accuses Parliament of sympathy with bribe givers and notes business firms' frequent bribe offers to influence public and private institutions, risking higher consumer costs and political funding corruption.
The passage criticizes the Bavin Government's Fair Rent Act from the landlord’s view, arguing tenants face stronger protection than ordinary households. It insists small shopkeepers, tied to a locality, risk lease termination or rent hikes while landlords pursue profit, urging the National Party to avoid harming these deserving shopkeepers.
The piece condemns rough behavior in rugby in the Berrima District and international matches. It cites mob arguments with referees and blows on the field as signs of deteriorating sporting morale, risking public interest in the game.
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