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Newspaper
Tambellup Times
Location
Tambellup, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 17, 1916
Page
2
The article describes ministers preparing for a fresh term after voters warned the Premier, while claiming a Congress backed by Kalgoorlie press controls half the Parliament. It accuses a Labor bloc of enduring five years under congress influence and facing pressure from opposition and supporters.
Suppression of ministerial expressions failed to mask the pressure of Congress. Several ministers rebelled, accusing unionist leaders of risking state trading and faults in government agencies. Critics question belated denunciations and argue that ongoing demands burden taxpayers and justify a coming government change.
Farmers face delays and scarce rain as they struggle to plow and sow for harvest. Government meddling and political disputes threaten the market and profits. The article urges rational policy, patriotism among Liberals, and decisive action to secure markets for wheat, mutton, and wool.
News and Notes report seven large White Stone turnips on display at Richardson and Co grocery. Grown by F R Piesse from Yates seeds, weights range from tibs to 1534 lbs, totaling 79 lbs for the group. Also mentions the Commonwealth Price-Fixing Board setting flour prices with details in another column.
The report notes price fixing under a Western Australian act being opposed by the Legislative Council, with Commonwealth authority halting actions as the High Court, by majority, refused an appeal. Also covered are local church organ opening at Katanning, a Kojonup and Horticultural Society conference, a Baptist Union president’s visit, cold nights prompting replanting, and a South Australian visitor Ebenezer Ward recounting ministry survivors and family service.
A Tam bellup Road Board special meeting discussed methods to reduce unpaid rates wheel licenses and dog taxes. Arrears responders received generous treatment. summonses will be issued for others. Also noted are Katanning electorate results and Tambellup recruits departing for Blackbay Camp. Dr George intends to continue medical work with his jokes, welcome to Tambellup.
A May conference led by Sir John Forreat produced unanimous pledges to oppose the government and to cooperate on a state platform. Key planks include inquiring into Industries Assistance, re distribution of seats, abolishing terminal railway charges on agriculture, and promoting bulk wheat handling.
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