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Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra) · Politics & elections

Politics & elections, 1928

318 stories in Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra)'s papers · page 8 of 16

Smith Wins. Hamilton By-election

The Grenfell Record and Lachlan District Advertiser · Thursday 13 September 1928 · page 2

Mr. E. J. Smith, the A.L.P. candidate, won the Hamilton seat by 284 votes. Mr. Smith's lead stood to him when…

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From the Capital the Election Fight Skirmishing in Parliament Canberra

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 14 September 1928 · page 9

Now that the date of the general elections has been definitely fixed for November 17 the one desire of the politicians is to be finished with this…

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Candidates for the Big Spring Events

Cowra Free Press · Friday 14 September 1928 · page 6

LIMERICK GOTHIC AMOUNIS Mollison, champion two-year-old. [?]…

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Federal Elections

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 18 September 1928 · page 4

The Federal general elections will be held on Saturday, 17th November, 1928. In order that electors may be enabled to vote at these elections, it…

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“Nothing for the Press” Regarding Labor Bunch Contesting Municipal Elections

Cowra Free Press · Tuesday 18 September 1928 · page 2

This was the reply given a “Free Press” representative by President McLeish at the conclusion of last night’s meeting of the Cowra branch…

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Bowlers' Annual Meeting Good Fellowship and Conviviality Presentation of Trophies Election of Officers

The Forbes Advocate · Wednesday 19 September 1928 · page 4

For expression of conviviality and good fellowship, the members of the Forbes Bowling Club will be hard to beat. At their annual meeting on Monday night, in the Council Chambers, it was obvious that they were a happy, agreeable body of sports…

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From the Federal Capital Last Days of the Parliament. End Expected next Week. CANBERRA, Sept. 15

Western Champion · Thursday 20 September 1928 · page 16

It may be regarded as certain that the present Federal Parliament will come to an end next week. The business will be resumed on Tuesday, and…

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Election of Secretary

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 21 September 1928 · page 2

For the position of Secretary to the Sub-district Council for then onsuing term Mr. E. J. Cope (Ungarle) nominated Mr. H. C. Dryden (Ungarie)…

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Cricket Association Annual Meeting Election of Officers Bathurst Writes About Englishmen

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 September 1928 · page 6

The annual meeting of the Forbes and District Cricket Association was held on Thursday night, Mr. W. Freebairn occupying the chair…

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BRIBBAREE £50 Raised at Sports To Aid Queen Candidate Wethers Cut 14 lbs. APIECE

The Forbes Advocate · Friday 21 September 1928 · page 3

A very successful and enjoyable sports meeting was held here last week, in aid of the Bribbaree Church of England queen…

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Wattamondara the Shire Elections

Cowra Free Press · Friday 21 September 1928 · page 5

Interest in the Shire elections has received quite an impetus from the controversy which it would appear will eventuate between Cr. Dickson…

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Half Holiday Club. Election of Officers

Western Champion · Monday 24 September 1928 · page 1

At the annual meeting of the Half Holiday Club the following officers were elected for the year: —Patron: John Connellan…

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Last Days of the Parliament Canberra

The West Wyalong Advocate · Tuesday 25 September 1928 · page 7

The campaign will shortly begin for the elections which will take place on November 17. The Prime Minister Mr. Bruce, has arranged to deliver…

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The Coogee Election

Cowra Free Press · Tuesday 25 September 1928 · page 2

The return of Mr. Dunningham (Nationalist) by such an overwhelming majority as over 4000 over the Labor candidate, must be regarded…

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Living Wage. Special Principle. Referred to Parliament

Western Champion · Thursday 27 September 1928 · page 15

The Industrial Commission of New South Wales, in an important pronouncement by the Full Bench to-day (says Tuesday's "Herald"), on the…

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Our State Parliament Relieving Industry of Unnecessary Burdens

Cowra Free Press · Friday 28 September 1928 · page 4

If endeavor to remove the burdens placed upon industry by past legislation is commendable, then the action of the Bavin-Buttenshaw…

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From the Capital Prominent Men In the National Parliament A Great Prime Minister Canberra

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 28 September 1928 · page 9

Pope tells, us that "the proper study of mankind is men," and in the Federal Parliament we may with advantage take a familiar glance at…

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Dissolution, Oct. 9 Elections November 17 Sydney

The West Wyalong Advocate · Friday 28 September 1928 · page 1

A proclamation has been issued at Canberra dissolving the House of Representatives as from October 9. Nominations will be received on…

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Federal Election Mr. T. Green, Returning Officer. Masonic Hall, Polling Booth

Western Champion · Monday 1 October 1928 · page 6

Mr. Tom Green has been appointed Returning Officer for the Parkes subdivision of Calare at the forthcoming Federal Elections, which will be held…

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For Ugly Men. Candidates at Work. in Full Swing Next Week

Western Champion · Monday 1 October 1928 · page 6

On Saturday evening the campaign for the Ugly Man's Competition in connection with the annual Hospital Carnival was commenced in Parkes,…

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