Unfair Amusement Tax Sparks War of Theatrical Fees
Theatrical firms argue a new amusement tax is unfair and diabolic, harming Sydney Melbourne venues. They claim tax on gross takings hits profits, costs workers, suppliers, and local trades, and would devastate stages across Australia while war demands sacrifice from all.
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Controversial Tax Proposals and Estate Debates
Fragmentary excerpt discusses taxation methods, equity, and economic effects. Mentions direct taxation, estate taxes in New Zealand, and proposed amusements tax affecting entertainment venues. References to figures like Mr Barrington Miller and policy debates on fairness and government revenue.
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Sydney Melbourne Tivoli Attractions On Stage Tonight
The week’s bill features Tivoli Royal Strollers and The Cinema Star in Melbourne, with London revue acts and a slate of stage stars including Dorothy Cumming and Emma Keeley’s family. Damaged Goods returns to Sydney as part of a touring theatre schedule amid tax debate and wartime controversy.
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Amusements Next Saturday Damaged Goods
Amusements announce a program at the Melequene Theatres featuring The Cinema Star. Details are unclear due to damaged copy but the event is planned for next Saturday with screenings and related attractions.
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Melequene Theatres
Fragmentary Local Gossip and Theater Notes
A garbled passage recounts social chatter and theater news. mentions Scottish visitors, Doon news tea, London critics, and Mistey Sehrling leading to London performances. References Pred Lambe and War here, plus Theodore and Co at the Gaiety and Jamie Kelly at Tivol.
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Tivoli Circuit Movements and Touring Acts Highlight Sydney Program
The article recounts Tivoli’s latest circuit movements and upcoming shows in Sydney and Melbourne, naming acts such as Horace Goldin Barbara Gabington and Ella Caspers alongside international dancers and the Paginieys and Prince and Deale. It notes staged performances at Brisbane patrons next Saturday, with Mezzos and novelty acts touring, plus discussions of audience reactions and the era’s stage culture.
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Pictures Mystery With A Vampire Subplot In New Serial
The Crimson Stain Mystery From Filmy Exchange looms with a vampire lead and a shift toward sensational plots. Annette Kellerman is featured, praised for poise and fitness, while industry talk highlights push for stronger stars and ambitious productions amid wartime era cinema.
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Melbourne Tivol Bills Change In Royal Strollers Show
Sydney James and the Royal Strollers open week four at Melbourne Tivol with a changed programme. Madeline Beeker Gwen Lewis Connie Mine and Gen Graystone provided dance and burlesque while The Royal Divorce revival and Heavens Stars drew large crowds. King’s Theatre previews and other acts fill the season as vaudeville and stage productions extend into October.
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