Pension Bills Stir Parliament Debate on MPs’ Retirement Benefits
The acting Opposition leader moved to withdraw pension bills for MPs. Morrison urged referral to a party committee for examination. Critics argued the pension fund would reward defeated members, while supporters claimed a principled policy. the debate touched on public funds, future elections, and possible amendments. The discussion highlighted opposition to extending pensions and concerns over equity for current and former parliamentarians.
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Canbynea
Harrison
House of Representativoe
Morrison
Primciple
Accused Of Intimidation Tactics In Florida Case
Fragmented report details intimidation tactics alleged against Florida figures. Ambiguous text mentions court restraint and unnamed employees, with limited readable names and events. core facts unclear due to garbled OCR.
State Bill Passes All Stages In Parliament Delays Defeated
BRISBANE reports the bill to raise parliamentary superannuation faced a tax attack and calls of plunder on the public purse. A motion to delay the bill by 12 months and push provisions after the 1980 election was defeated. The debate involved ministers and party members with emphasis on superannuation reform and its financial impact.
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Brisbane
Bruce Pie
Pie
Wan
Bjelke Potarven Wating Ji Tayour
Wiley Alng
McDonall
Hive East
Ham
Wetton
Arin
Ite Arervoment
Anavion
Schama
Fermi
Prutars
Couns Party
Dalare
Collin
Parks
Tanowrl
Meena
Medina
Ito County
Peety
Facing Temptation: Australian Church Students Advised
In Sydney, Rev John Gaprert urged Congregational students to face temptation by pursuing study and reflection. The appeal, reported in The Australian and Mis Lewure, references religious life, guidance, and moral discipline amid a charged public discourse.
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Sydney
John Gaprert
Congregational Minster
Hugh Kuali Howe
Ginvert Apetering
Mart
Amdrow
Ovid
Mabhage
Daboke
Newcamio
40-Hour Week Blamed For Spiralling Prices
A garbled report discusses 40 hour work weeks and inflation, citing an annual meeting and various figures. It mentions Australia, Canada, and economic concerns, implying wage pressure and productivity debates without clear, coherent details. Numerous named entities are unclear due to OCR errors.
Soviet Attack On Western Powers At Lapstone
Fragmented OCR text references a Soviet attack at Lapstone with mentions of Western powers and Allied responses. The garbled lines suggest a report on international tension, diplomacy, and a military move involving the Soviet Union and Western nations. Names, dates, and clear events are unreadable, leaving only broad themes of confrontation and political rhetoric.
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Lapstone
Road Train For Long Cattle Haulage Success
Fragmented OCR text recounts a plan linking road and train to haul cattle over 140 miles, naming entities like Hat ite Be ne and Mluatbe tar Agric. It references Iron Gvorgina to Ualira and mentions individuals such as Matheny Pion Pater and Taetady Lh. The passage is garbled but centers on transport innovations and a long cattle transport route.
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Bnvsmane Aner
Uaru
Ualira
Carian Mt
Winks
Stati Tong Mationy Das
Pion
Pater
Poe
Birgu
Govt Appointment Notice for Mr Clem Lack
Government announces appointment for Mr Clem Lack to a civil service post. Details of the appointment, eligibility and terms are to be confirmed by the department. Officials urge compliance with standard public notice procedures and filing of any objections by the specified deadline.
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Clem
Forecast Warns 1949 Economic Peril and War Prospects
Brisbane business leader RB Wainwright told the Taxpayers Association that 1949 could be the most dangerous year economically since World War II. He cited federal spending ballooning to 27,000,000 and urged prudent measures to curb costs and restore confidence amid spiraling prices and wages. The call emphasized a need for cautious policy and financial restraint to avert crisis.
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Brisbane
Wainwright
Beinbare Chamber of Commerce
Taxpayers’ Association Agnust
Unain Connec Comarern
Thugs Mug Woman and Steal £300 in City Robbery
A 62 year old woman was attacked and robbed of £300 at a central city street yesterday afternoon. Two young men fled into a crowd after the assault as police search the area for suspects. The victim, Mrs Liey Kearns, was treated for injuries and kept in hospital overnight before being discharged.
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Bydnay
Ravelvir Point
Bunter Atreel
Noliow
Liey Kearns
Hunter Wir
Wrom Pitt
Gustlereagh
Jackie Howe’s Son Pleads Poverty In Bankruptcy Court
In Brisbane a court hearing reveals Jackie Howe’s son pleads poverty amid bankruptcy actions. The proceedings reference alleged transfers and unsettled debts, with claims of substantial cash holdings previously in hand and disputes over recovery of funds. The matter names family and legal representatives and centers on asset disclosure and potential recovery orders.
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Jackie Howe
Brisbane
John Howe
Vickie Howe
Breminn
Howe
Victorian C P Saves Govt From Defeat
Victorian Liberal Government narrowly avoids defeat in the Legislative Assembly as a Country Party member crosses to back the government delaying a Supply Bill until July. Premier Hollway signals no public election while Labour party contemplates a possible amendment and political maneuvering continues in the chamber.
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Melbourne
Victorian Liberal Party
Legislative Assembly
Country Party
Momber
Kenchas
Faiilorn
Labour Party
Hollway
New Local Authorities On South Coast
Fragmented readable text notes new local authorities on the south coast with unclear names and dates. The legible portions reference councils or bodies at coastal towns and potential organizational changes, but concrete details are obscured by garbled OCR.
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South Coast
Reds Crushing Victories In China Reported
Fragmented OCR text reports rapid military advances in China with references to battles and possible strategic gains. The piece mentions Reds and Sea Baer areas, with unclear names and structures, but implies significant momentum and ongoing operations. Details are uncertain due to garbled source text.
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