G P D Contract Reversal Over Material Choice Sparks Hearing
A Royal Commission hearing in Canberra revealed a heated clash over using stone instead of terra cotta for a Sydney GPO contract. Officials including Mr. Thorby and Mr. Mehaffey argued about instructions, potential graft, and altered documents as investigations focus on the case and a missing written remit.
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Canberra
Sydney
G.pao
Interior
Senator Fail
Royal Commission
Carrodus
Harrison
Fell
H. V. Thorby
Thorby
Mrr. Mehaffey
Mr. Dovey
Mr. Carrodus
Windeyer
Lytton Wright
Mehaffey
Senate
Mr. Orwin
Mr. Mehaffey
General Foll
Truda Dunshea
Department of Internet
Orwin
Muy
Whittle and Bans
Commonwealth
Ivan Perriman
E. H. Henderson
Henderson
Perriman
Mr. Maxwell
T_TOW
Amended Commencement Date Set for Sydney GPO Additions
Under an agreement between the Commonwealth and contractor A. G. Whittle the Sydney GPO additions contract begins from a revised date due to a Royal Commission inquiry into the contract. The May 19 completion baseline is unchanged, but the start is postponed after letters between Whittle and Menzies. A national memorial motion for King George V is to be moved by the Tower of Commons next week.
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Commonwealth
A. G
R. G. Mensies
Whittle
Menzies
London
King George V
Tower of Commons
Atlantic
Pacific
Tropics
Arctic Sea
Ciod
Will Case Highlights Old Age Pensioner Testimony
In Charleville a hearing on Mrs. Roche's will features witnesses recalling Helton pressing for a favorable will. Mrs. Roche reportedly resisted, stating she would make a will when ready. Evidence suggests disputes over provisions for Edwin Helton, with others recounting coercive remarks. The case involves Mrs. Allen seeking administration and exclusion of Helton’s provisions as executor. The hearing adjourned.
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Isabella Allen
Sherwood
Justice Philp
Wiliam Prostor Harrex
Helten
Harrex
Helton
Mrs. Roche
Bill
Mr. Stumm
Hs Howott
Eva O'Sullivan
Defence Bill All Stages Passed in Canberra Vote
In Canberra on Friday the Defence Bill passed all stages after second reading 35 to 22 and third reading 24 to 19. Labour opposed amendments to limit territorial reach as the bill creates five military commands and extends Commonwealth control to all territories.
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Labour
House of Representatives
Commonwealth
Blackburn
Lab. Vic
Ann
Australia
Defence
Thompson C.P
Nsw
Tension subsides in Czechoslovakia as police to face trial
The Time correspondent reports authorities believe tensions ease in Czechoslovakia after unrest. Two German policemen involved in the shooting of four Czech policemen will be publicly tried in Prague tomorrow.
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London
Bertin
Lenisiom
Czchioslovakia
Prague
Royal voyage ends as King and Queen bow out of Halifax
The Empress of Britain carried their Majesties from Halifax after a seven hour stay marked by crowds of about 160 000 and a staged royal pageant at Citadel Hill. The King and Queen greeted public figures, awarded honours, and paused to bless a family with newborn triplets before sailing for England.
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MacDonald
Walter Mitchell
Dudley North
New Scotland
Emil Lemay
G. Biloden
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Royal Theatre
Edinburgh Castle
Betty
Marion
Mary Lou
Arthur Salterios
Absence Blessing in Disguise Delays Queensland Rail Link
Brisbane hears Public Works Commission debate on a central to southern rail connection. Arguments warn against overstocking and drought risk. estimates show £73,000 annual loss without a line. Proposals include Charleville to Blackall route via Augathella and Tambo with possible federal aid.
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Queensland
EAIL
P. Wills
Commissioner For Railways
Charleville-Blackad
Augathella
Tambo
Wills
Mr. O'Keefe
Willis
A. Yeates
Charievile
Blackall
Keogh
Yeates
No Royal Visit Planned To Australia In 1940
Canberra reports the Prime Minister Mr BR G Monies has no information supporting a royal tour to Australia next year. He said such arrangements require more time and noted difficulties in a near term visit, though Australia would welcome the Majesties.
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Canberra
BR. G. Monies
Australia
Farewell Speech From King and Queen to Canada
The King and Queen bid farewell during a Halifax broadcast before departing for England. They praise Canada's vast wealth and beauty, thank Canadians for kindness, and express hope for lasting friendships and peaceful international example. The Queen echoes gratitude for affection shown during the unforgettable weeks.
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Canada
Freach
England
Uproar in Reps. member suspended in Canberra scene
Amid a House uproar in Canberra, Mr. Holloway of Victoria was suspended by 35 votes to 26 for refusing to withdraw remarks after Speaker Bell ordered him to. The incident occurred during Mr. Forde's adjournment debate as Mr. Gardiner moved the gag and Prime Minister Menzies urged a withdrawal.
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Canberra
House of Representatives
Holloway
Lab
Vic
Bell
Forde
Gardiner
Menzies
Pime
Guba Flies Onwards From Diego Garcia To Mahe
The Guba departed Diego Garcia at 4 am GMT and landed at Mahe at 42 GMT. Wireless issues hampered Australia air position reports, but HMS Liverpool and HMS Manchester relayed messages. Crew prepared breakfast at 7:00 am as the flight continued over the Indian Ocean toward Seychelles.
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MABE
Seychelles
Gubs
Diego Garcia
Mahe
Sam
Civil Aviation Department
Australia
Guba
Sydney
HMS. Liverpool
H.M.S. Manchester
Liverpool
Perth
Diego Garevis
New Rates For Motor Car Insurance In Brisbane
Insurance changes announced by Commissioner J A Watson bring higher medical expenses and a major lift in private car third party cover while other classes vary. Bus rates fall, road rollers and fire brigade vehicles unchanged, and the new standards take effect from the next duty.
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Brisbane
J. A. Watson
Watson
New South Wales
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