James Scullin Warns on Press Propaganda and Unemployment
At a Sunshine branch of the ALP meeting in the Sunshine Picture Theatre, James Scullin, described by W. Lee as Leader of the Opposition, warned against insidious press propaganda and contested claims of improving times and lower unemployment. He argued 1932 figures show production rising but employment not increased since the Labor government. He criticized tariff policy and urged vigilance on the Ottawa Agreement while noting machinery replacing workers and proposed public works spending that bankers rejected. Demonstrators welcomed him, with Mr. Prendergast and others supporting similar views. musical numbers followed and a thanks to speakers and the Sunshine Band was offered.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine
ALP
Sunshine Pictures Theatre
James Scullin
W. Lee
Labor
Scullin
G. M. Prendormmat
Duncan O'Toole
Sculliy
Bruce
Goode
Wchere
Theodore
Ottawa
Tariff Board
Australia
Port Adelaide
Wharf Laborers' Union
Mra. Hands
Mr. H. Deeley
Sunshine Band
Dalling
Braybrook Councils Relief Works Expenditure Report
On Monday night council discussed relief works spending in Braybrook. Dr Pennell analyzed the figures asking for comparison with other municipalities and urged satisfaction with Braybrook’s work. The report lists each item with labor costs and other expenses, including Mitchall street.
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Pennell
Braybrook
Mitchall Street
Maidstone Choir Triumphs and Community News
The Maidstone correspondent reports on Sunday services led by Rev. Dennis and Mr. Lee of Albion with a new choir performing Sowing of the Seed. Gifts were given to unemployed members, and A.C.M. held a provocative text night. Next Sunday preachers will be Mr. Bird and Mr. Hatfield. Maidstone Relief Committee hosted a well attended euchre and dance. Footpath hazards on Ballarat road prompt calls to revive the Local Progress Association. A grass fire on Jansen street near Irvings Store was controlled with help from the Footecray Brigade.
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Dennis
W. Lee
Albion
A.C.M
Bird
Hatfield
Maidstone
Maidstone Relief Committee
Chester
Olorhead
J. Uneworth
M.C
Maidstone Merrymakers
Maidstone Hall
Glee Boys’ Club
Ballarat
Studly Street
Local Progress Association
Irvings Store
Jansen Street
Footecray Brigade
Police urged to curb cyclist hazards on Hampshire road
Dr Henry Briewes urged the council to target habitual cyclists for traffic rule adherence after several riders and three cars diverted to the wrong side of the road near Hampshire road. He warned of potential injuries or deaths if action is delayed, noting many cyclists ride without lights and motorists ignore the hotel corner police presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Henry Briewes
Hampshire Road
Les Libbis Pursues New Backing From Sunshine Business Group
The article states Les Libbis seeks backing from the Sunshine Business People for a move, choosing direction away from Mutheurns Daily. The contact is listed at 168 Lomsdale Street in City Depot, Phane, and a phone number 0 708 Bunehine Prana 105 is provided.
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Business People of
Sunshine
Bachisading Fron Mutheurns
Lomsdale Street
CITY
Phane
Bunehine Prana
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Tor, Scullin
Mr. Prendergast
Gs Meorter
Alten
Feu
Gellien
Clyde Street
Sunbury Raat
Melotyres Ae
Selwyn Park
Saga
Humane
Ama, Gerprts
Reakies
Asy Price
Glen Galla
Les
Libbis
Eran
E. Pouliot
Westvale
Publica
Footscray
Wells & Galloway Precedent Radio Dealers
Leeds Street
F. H. Nowell
Foreman
Plummer and Co
Melbourne
W. Armour
Dickson Street
Sunshine Timber Yards
Henderson & Graham
Oregon
Town Hall
McGrath
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