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Broken Hill & the Far West · Politics & elections

Politics & elections, 1931

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Notes and Comments Adelaide Elections.—

Barrier Miner · Wednesday 29 July 1931 · page 2

There is great rejoicing in Lang circles over the success of the Lang Plan candidate in winning the Adelaide by-election and getting more than…

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N.S.W. Parliament To-day's Business Sydney

Barrier Miner · Friday 31 July 1931 · page 4

The following business was transacted in the Legislative Assembly to-day:— —Exchange on Overduo Rates.— Mr. J. M'Girr, the Minister for Local…

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Civil Service Pay £500 a Year Maximum Bill Before Parliament All Night Sitting of House Sydney

Barrier Miner · Friday 31 July 1931 · page 4

The Legislative Assembly is expected to sit-all night considering the bill providing for a reduction in the salaries of public servants, judges, members of…

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Australian Steeplechase Fancied Candidates Melbourne

Barrier Miner · Monday 3 August 1931 · page 3

After to-day's racing Ancient Mariner and Bestman were the most fancied candidates for the Australian Steeplechase to be run next Saturday. They…

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Questions in Parliament Sydney

Barrier Miner · Tuesday 4 August 1931 · page 1

In the Legislative Assembly to-day Mr. T. R. Bavin asked the Chief Secretary whether he proposed to lay on the table all the papers in connection…

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Silicious Pensioners and N.S.W. Wages Tax Question in Parliament Sydney

Barrier Miner · Tuesday 4 August 1931 · page 1

In the Legislative Assembly to-day. Mr. Tongo asked Mr. J. M. Baddeley, the Minister for Labor and Industry; it he was aware that the Taxation…

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Questions in Parliament Sydney

Barrier Miner · Wednesday 5 August 1931 · page 1

In the Legislative Assembly to-day Mr. T. R. Bavin, leader of the Opposition, asked the Premier whether he would inquire into the ability of the…

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Questions in Parliament the Premier's Reply Difficulties Will Be Solved Sydney

Barrier Miner · Thursday 6 August 1931 · page 1

In the Legislative Assembly to-day Mr. T. R. Bavin, leader of the Opposition, asked the Premier whether he proposed to make any statement to the…

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Stir in Public Service Members of Parliament Were Paid Last Week Sydney, Wednesday Night

Barrier Miner · Thursday 6 August 1931 · page 1

The decision not to pay civil service salaries to-morrow although expected caused a stir among the officers of public departments. It is expected that…

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Babies' Auxiliary Election of Officers

Barrier Miner · Thursday 6 August 1931 · page 2

The monthly meeting of the Babies Auxiliary was held in the Town Hall last night, Mrs. G. B. Johnston prosiding over a large attendance…

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N.S.W. Parliament To-day's Business. Sydney

Barrier Miner · Friday 14 August 1931 · page 4

The following business was transacted in the Legislative Assembly to-day: — Description of Goods.—…

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Government Relief Questions in Parliament About Bank Depositors Sydney

Barrier Miner · Friday 14 August 1931 · page 4

In the Legislative Assembly to-day, Mr. Landa asked Mr. Baddeley, Minister for Labor and Industry, if he was aware that depositors in the…

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Broken Hill Ex-miners on Irrigation Area Questions in Parliament by Opposition Leader Sydney, Thursday Night

Barrier Miner · Friday 14 August 1931 · page 2

During the discussion on the Irrigation Amendment Bill in the Legislative Assembly to-night, Mr. T. R. Bavin, leader of the Opposition, made…

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Questions in S.A. PARLIAMENT Adelaide

Barrier Miner · Wednesday 19 August 1931 · page 2

Replying to Mr. Butler the leader of the Opposition, in the House of Assembly yesterday afternoon regarding the use of New South Wales goods in…

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N.S.W. Government and Insurance Co's Question in Parliament Sydney

Barrier Miner · Wednesday 19 August 1931 · page 1

In the Legislative Assembly to-day Mr. Buttenshaw leader of the Country party, asked Mr. Lang whether it [?] a fact that the Loan Council had…

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N.S.W. Parliament Reference by Mr. Lamaro to Proposed Legislation Sydney

Barrier Miner · Wednesday 19 August 1931 · page 4

Mr. J. Lamaro, the Attorney-General, announced in the Legislative Assembly this morning that the Moratorium Amendment Act will be…

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Federal Elections Expected in May Canberra

Barrier Miner · Wednesday 19 August 1931 · page 1

Unless there is some unforeseen development, the authorities expect the Federal elections will take place next May. The term of the House of…

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W.c.t.u. Convention Election of Officers

Barrier Miner · Thursday 20 August 1931 · page 1

The 16thannual convention of the women's Christian Temperance Union was oponed in the Congregational Church this morning. Mrs. [?]…

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N.S.W. Parliament To-day's Business Sydney

Barrier Miner · Friday 21 August 1931 · page 4

The following business was transacted to-day in the Legislative Assembly:— —Dolo Inspectors.— Mr. E. L. Sanders asked Mr. J. M…

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Strife in Quebec Election Campaigning Marked by Fist Fights Montreal, August 18

Barrier Miner · Friday 21 August 1931 · page 4

Bitterness culminating in list fights has marked nominations for the Q[?] provincial elections to be held next Monday…

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