17 May 1932
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Newspaper
West Wyalong Advocate
Location
West Wyalong, New South Wales, Australia
Date
May 17, 1932
Page
1
Sydney reports the new State Ministry aims to review urgent public items. Inspectors for transport milk dairy meat and western land commission are among the bodies eyed for review and realignment.
A garbled sermon from a church chsrches Rev V K Putt praises the Governor and attacks the Lane Government for dismissals. Roth is referenced as aiding the situation, with unclear St. Paul era style rhetoric.
The latest election results show the United Australia Party leading with 33 seats, the United Country Party with 14, and the Official Labor Party defeated decisively. Several Labor cabinet members were defeated, with the Labor government unlikely to return as votes still counted.
The chairman of the Associated Banks of Victoria says Mr. Lewes dismissal will improve the trade and commerce outlook in Melbourne.
The catalogue offered 8076 bales of wool from Western tablelands and beyond Darling including lambs wool and crutchings. Quality varied with southern wools showing irregularity and dust from central western staples. prices largely steady with strong local mill support for finer lots. Top price achieved for a well grown doe bale account from Ray Smith of Hoorleng. sale runs June 7 to June 6 in Sydney.
The Premier Lang was dismissed by Governor Sir Philip Game after refusing to withdraw a confidential circular instructing heads of departments not to pay into the Commonwealth. Stevens was sworn in as Premier and to form a ministry, with timing on cabinet selection and election plans noted. The scene points to a major constitutional moment as Labor holds a majority and government operations resume.
If the Privy Council upholds the Lang Party favored outcome in the New South Wales Upper Howe appeal before elections, the Elevens Ministry will act to block the measure from taking effect.
Detective Sergeant Comans of G I B Sydney arrested Patrick James Condall on a murder charge in the fatal shooting of Edgar Douglas Crook during a fishing outing at Lake Cargelligo last week. Condall remanded to appear at the Coroner's Court before Mr CG J Lewis LP. inquest date pending.
The article outlines a proposed domestic policy by the United American Progressive party focusing on extending the Moratorium Act beyond its March expiration and safeguarding family, child welfare, food relief, pensions, and related services amid economic concerns.
A telephonic communication confirms the State election date as Saturday the fifteenth of June. The notice was relayed from Sydney at 4 45 p m with Monday referenced in the briefing. No further changes were indicated.
A chaotic scene in India left 13 dead and about 250 wounded as clashes erupted during ongoing voting between Muslim and Hindu communities. British troops intervened to restore order after days of unrest and frantic efforts to quell the violence.
Outrages in Tokyo trigger national fear as five departmental headquarters are struck. The Japanese Premier Wr Inikal is critically wounded by a revolver attack during a moral uniform incident, with a life lost bullet hitting the premier. Newspapers attribute the assault to a fascist pilot.
In a broad cast speech the minister described the governor’s dismissal of the Lang Government as a very grave step with unforeseen consequences. Ely labeled the action brave and warned of potential repercussions.
The article reports a sizable drift in the state finance pool with 18 months of deficits on government accounts, totaling an estimated sum. The incoming government will have at least £40044 leeway to address the fiscal year ending June 30.
The Premier stated the government will restore the Upper House to secure vital capital and aid Queensland’s development in the interest of the community.
An early government shift promises resumption of family endowments and widows' pensions. Mr Lang faced £25000 needed to restart payments, with questions about funding sources. The endowment fund stands at £2,000,000 in debt to the Treasury, while other revenues are tied to the Commonwealth Government.
The District Hospital Board appeals to furriers and others to donate land or resources to the hospital as funds are low. The supply is almost exhausted and the board seeks direct assistance to support the institution.
Following a government downfall, Australian stocks rise as investors react to the Lung Ministry concerns and overall market sentiment in Sydney trading. Prices inch higher across sectors amid cautious optimism and regional economic jitters.
A Wellington cable reports twelve men sentenced to up to twelve months imprisonment for offences connected with recent Wellington disturbances. More serious charges are still to be tried.
Wheat prices were set locally on Monday February 8 in Pilots. The report notes the day’s price actions and market mood surrounding grain.
Hobart dispatch reports Tasmanian Premier Mr McPhee praising Sir Philip Game for dismissing Mr Lang. He says the action would satisfy Australia and allow the government to unite on restoring credit and rehabilitating finances.
The Cato Be annual ball will be held in the Tallimba Public Hall tonight Tuesday. A reminder is given for attendees and locals to attend the community event at the hall this evening.
A well attended social at Mallee Plains on Tuesday night organized by the Malies Plains Cricket Club featured the Melody Makers Dance band. An excellent supper was served and a waltz prize of chocolates donated by Mr Hedges was won by Mr and Mrs Payne. Mr P Curry was MLC.
The Board of Control approves a tour for Mr AL Malley's team including Von Riniardann from South Australia and Tolhurst from Victoria with listed players such as Bradman and McCabe. The group travels within Australia and the United States under official oversight.
The West Wyalowe Methodist Young People’s Club met in Welwyn on May 2 to elect officers and set fortnightly meetings. W Myers was named president and W Cullen vice president with Mids FL Myer as secretary and treasurer. Funds will be held at the Commonwealth Bank of Australia with the treasurer and secretary in charge.
The weekly rabbit skin market shows 64 tons offering on Wednesday amid irregular demand. Prices vary by grade from 2nd and 4th petty to higher, with rates recorded for racks, fawn, blacks, and mare skins, though some values are uncertain and fall across multiple old currency units.
A Monday list from District Hospital shows patients including Mitt May ore Zucker Girral and Mrs H Marshall of West Wyalong along with Frances Falconer Loloe and Wilfred Dean. Other entries: John Olyon Arthur Raymond Tunks Thos Edgerton Yiddab Robert Hyde George Shipton Harold Whiley William Grogan Walter Halliwell Wm Penaley Albert Connell Sidney Walah Albert Howard Jenteal Wyar long plus juveniles Roth Robenty Joyce Whitecrosa Leo Smith Callean.
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