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Northern Rivers · Politics & elections

Politics & elections, 1929

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British Elections Government's Policy London

Northern Star · Tuesday 26 March 1929 · page 6

The "Daily Express" says that final approval has been given by Cabinet to the policy prepared by the committee of the Government's…

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"Great Hardship." Petition to Parliament

Tweed Daily · Wednesday 27 March 1929 · page 3

SYDNEY, Tuesday.--In the Legislative Assembly to-day, the deputy leader of the Labor Party (Mr. Badde-ley) presented a petition from Mr…

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Queensland Elections

Tweed Daily · Wednesday 27 March 1929 · page 5

BRISBANE, Monday.-- The Premier (Mr; McGormack))) announced to-day that he would deliver his policy speech for the coming election at Toowoomba…

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Pot-Shots in Parliament

The Kyogle Examiner · Thursday 28 March 1929 · page 7

Mr. F. Burke: Here is the gentleman who was instructing the Chair! Mr. Speaker: Order! The hon. member for Newtown has made a most…

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Swimming & Life Saving Test. Successful Candidates

Mullumbimby Star · Thursday 28 March 1929 · page 2

Miss Freda Kimpton, who gained her Award of Merit (Silver medal) on Saturday last at the Swimming and Life Saving Examination,…

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Channel Tunnel Parliament's View Reply to Critics

The Richmond River Express and Casino Kyogle Advertiser · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 4

The English Channel tunnel scheme has seized the public imagination, and much is likely to bo heard about it in the near future…

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Channel Tunnel Parliament's View Reply to Critics

The Richmond River Express and Casino Kyogle Advertiser · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 6

The English Channel tunnel scheme has seized the public imagination, and much is likely to be heard about it in the near future…

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When Elections Cost Fortunes

The Richmond River Express and Casino Kyogle Advertiser · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 5

A semi-official estimate that the forthcoming British general election will cost candidates an average of 1/1½ a vote would have astonished some…

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Parramatta By-election Lang Alleges Malpractice

The Richmond River Express and Casino Kyogle Advertiser · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 7

SYDNEY, Thursday.—Mr. Lang speaking in the Legislative Assembly alleged that there were malpractices at the recent Parramatta by election…

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When Elections Cost Fortunes

The Richmond River Express and Casino Kyogle Advertiser · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 3

A semi-official estimate that the forthcoming British general election will cost candidates an average of 1/1½ a vote would have astonished some…

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Parramatta By-election Lang Alleges Malpractice

The Richmond River Express and Casino Kyogle Advertiser · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 7

SYDNEY, Thursday.—Mr. Lang speaking in the Legislative Assembly Alleged that there were malpractices at the recent Parramatta by-election…

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Malpractices Alleged. Parramata By-Election

Tweed Daily · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 4

SYDNEY, Thursday.--Mr. Lang (leader of the opposition), speaking in the Legislative Assembly, alleged malpractices at the recent Parramatter by…

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Another Lang Charge. Parramatta Bye-election

Casino and Kyogle Courier and North Coast Advertiser · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 2

SYDNEY, Thursday.--According to Mr. Lang, serious irregularities occurred at the recent Parramatta bye-election. He declared that at one polling place…

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The King Discusses Elections with Mr. Baldwin London

Northern Star · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 11

The King again passed a good day, walking for a time this morning in the grounds of Craigwell House. His Majesty rested at intervals and also…

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Brisbane Notes (From Our Correspondent). the Elections

Northern Star · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 20

Attention is focussed in political circles upon the expected policy speeches of the Premier and the leader of the Opposition. Mr. McCormack, it…

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Alleged Malpractice Parramatta By-election Sydney

Northern Star · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 12

Mr. Lang, speaking in the Legislative Assembly, alleged there were malpractices at the recent Parramatta by-election. He declared there…

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Doncaster Candidates Holdfast Pleases Sydney

Northern Star · Friday 29 March 1929 · page 12

Final gallops for the Doncaster were held this morning. The grass track was open and the trials took place along the rails. One of the first out was…

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British Elections Government's Policy London

Northern Star · Monday 1 April 1929 · page 5

Mr. Baldwin does not intend to be outbid by Mr. Lloyd George, says the “Daily Telegraph.” His election programme will include a plan to increase…

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MONACO Discontented Populace Election Demanded French Aid Sought Nice

Northern Star · Monday 1 April 1929 · page 5

Prince Louis called a special meeting of the townspeople of Monaco at which, he was represented by his son-in-law, Prince…

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British Elections Tax Remissions Expected London

Northern Star · Tuesday 2 April 1929 · page 5

The "Daily Telegraph's" Parliamentary correspondent warns the public that Mr. Winston Churchill will not frame a vote-catching programme on…

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