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Newspaper
Robertson Mail
Location
Robertson, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Sep 20, 1929
Page
1
Editor warns that tram empire and big wireless control threaten democracy as political powers concentrate. Election speeches focus on Bruce Page and Sculim while the government reshapes parliament by governor general actions, risking a dangerous precedent and reduced parliamentary dissent.
The piece rails at partyism in both State and Federal politics, alleging bribe attempts and grave misconduct by a cabinet member. It argues electors face a dilemma between Nationalist and Labor lines, warning that party discipline poisons free judgment and urging votes for measures separate from partisan labels and for individuals free from party shackles.
The Governor General dissolves the House of Representatives after defeat, causing costly elections. The £100,000 cost of this election will strain the Commonwealth and likely rise with future House and Senate ballots. One election previously served both Houses. now annual expenses mount.
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