Federal Elections
This war will not be won by sitting on our tails in Australia. It will be won overseas, like the last.—Mr. F. Fisher (Ind., Deakin)…
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Politics & elections, 1940
191 stories in Lachlan (Forbes, Parkes, Cowra)'s papers · page 7 of 10
Election Returns Broadcast at Les V. Scott's
For years past the "Advocate" has, at considerable trouble and expense, had a large board prepared and erected on which election results were…
Continued on Trove, page 1 →Policy of Dr. Ronald Cuttle Independent Candidate for Riverina
The following factors cause my candidature as a Member of the House of Representatives:—1.—Dissatisfaction with the part I have been allowed to play in the war. 2.—Dissatisfaction with the Government's War Effort…
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SENATOR DEIN SENATOR ABBOTT…
Continued on Trove, page 1 →Issues of the Elections
The electrors of Australia on Saturday next have the serious responsibility of electing a new Parliament Never was an Australian election…
Continued on Trove, page 4 →Non-com. Candidate Fine Address by Mr. J. A. Heiss
There was a good number gathered in front of the Royal Hotel last night, when Mr. Heiss was given a good hearing and delivered an able address as follows:-- On the 21st September it will be…
Continued on Trove, page 4 →Federal Elections To-morrow's Polling Arrangements Some Pointers
To-morrow is polling day in connection with the Federal elections. Booths will be open from 8 a.m. till 8 p.m., but electors are asked to record…
Continued on Trove, page 1 →Senate Candidates In To-morrow's Federal Election The Government Three
The Government parties have agreed on a uniform system of voting for Senate candidates. The order of preference is: Dein 1,…
Continued on Trove, page 9 →The Elections Abuse of Privilege
"To the Editor: The late Senator Borah (USA.) said, shortly before his death: "So long as the Bill of Rights stands and is preserved in its integrity…
Continued on Trove, page 1 →A Calare Candidate Mr. H. C. Hodby, of Condobolin A Sketch
Mr. Hodby is the direct antithesis of the popular conception of a political candidate. He is not of the aggressive type, but is quiet and…
Continued on Trove, page 8 →MR. H. V. C. THORBY The Sitting Member for Calare U.C.P. Candidate
Born at Wongarbon, Mr. Thorby is 51 years of age. He still holds property in the Wongarbon district. But he was not always a farmer or a…
Continued on Trove, page 2 →Mr. Greg. McGIRR N.S.W. Labor Candidate for Calare Former N.S.W. Cabinet Minister
A great enthusiast is Mr. Greg. McGirr, terribly interested in the world situation. He sees the hopelessness of politics. He also sees…
Continued on Trove, page 6 →Official Labor The Candidate for Calare Mr. J. P. Breen
Mr. Breen was born on the Western Australian goldfields areas 34 years ago and received his early education at the Christian Brothers' College…
Continued on Trove, page 10 →Election Matter
The responsibility for and election matter published in the Forbes "Advocate" is taken by J. Taylor, Clement Street, Forbes…
Continued on Trove, page 4 →The Elections Menzies' Mammoth Majority Is it "curtain " for Curtin?
Though the position at present would appear that the Menzies Government will be returned by a slender majority, there is also the probability that the majority will be increased…
Continued on Trove, page 2 →Garden Party for Sports Candidate
Mrs. G. L. Moncrieff, of "Oakvale." West Wyalong, made her home and beautiful garden available for a garden party in aid Of the Sports…
Continued on Trove, page 4 →Labor Gains In Federal Elections Parties May Be Almost Equal Mr Curtin Likely to be Defeated Huge Majorities for Mr Menzies and Dr. Evatt
The result of the Federal elections on Saturday last shows a profound swing to Labor in New South Wales. Labor will come within striking distance of having half the Members of the House of Representatives, even if it does…
Continued on Trove, page 2 →The Elections Calare Still in Doubt
With many seats still in doubt, no once can just say what will be the final result as affecting the Menzies Government, but it may be safely said…
Continued on Trove, page 2 →Help for Sports Candidate
A dance will be held in the Masonic Hall. West Wyalong, on Tuesday, 8th October, in aid of the candidature of Miss Irene Baker [?]…
Continued on Trove, page 1 →Election Stir Law May Be Invoked Against U.A.P. MAN If Mr. Curtin is Unseated (By Wire) Sydney
It is rumored in Perth that the Labor Party interests intend to invoke a law, to prevent Mr. F. R. Lee, (U.A.P.) from taking his seat…
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