Overhaul Needed in Workers Compensation Claims
In a Legislative Assembly debate Hon. G. M. Prendergast urged major reform of the workers compensation system to cut legal costs and expand arbitration. He urged affordable hospital beds and access to care for the poor, criticizing high private hospital fees and advocating state-supported beds at 10 shillings weekly with doctor choice. The government promised earnest consideration of the proposals.
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Legislative Assembly
G. M. Prendergast
Footscray
Insurance Commissioner
Melbourne
Sir Stanley Argyle
Mr Prendergast
It Never Shows
A reflective piece ponders why people conceal their goodwill and hesitate to reveal the better sides of themselves. It considers motives, social pressure, and inner conflict shaping visible behavior.
Nudist Bathing Debate at Keilor Council Meeting
Keilor shire council discussed nude bathing by youths at the Maribyrnong River near St Albans. Dr F C Stenson noted it as a healthy form of bathing but criticized modesty views and property damage. Officials considered adding dressing facilities or concrete sheds on private land. the matter was referred to Sunshine police.
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Keilor
F.C. Stenson
Shire Council
Maribyrnong
St. Albans
W. R. Parsons
Stevens
Dr. Dickson
Dr. Fox
Sunshine Police
St Albans Seeks Local Letter Delivery Despite Low Mail Volume
The St Albans Progress Association sought a three month trial of mail delivery after a postal reply said mail volume was too low. A. Clarke blamed locals for posting habits and urged stamps and postings at St Albans, with residents accepting some inconvenience. Postmaster Perrett offered little encouragement, noting the service was not fully utilized.
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St. Albans
Perrett
Clark
Father and Son Visit History Hidden in Open Fields
A father and son explore a rural area recalling the sea once covering the land and fish previously found in the same spot. They speak of past times and nature as they walk through the countryside.
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William
Siy
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MR. Prendergast
the Colonial Gas Association Limited
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