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Politics & elections, 1937

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Tall Candidate for Coronation Contingent

Narandera Argus and Riverina Advertiser · Friday 1 January 1937 · page 2

Among the candidates for the Coronation contingent is a former Light Horseman, 7ft. 6ins. in his socks, and 50 years of age…

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A.w.a. Election

Daily Advertiser · Friday 1 January 1937 · page 2

The following office-bearers of the Victorian-Riverina branch of the Australian Workers' Union have been elected:—President Mr. J. Barnes;…

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Polling Place at Gumly

Daily Advertiser · Saturday 2 January 1937 · page 7

Mr. Kilpatrick, M.L.A. for Wagga, has received the following letter from the Electoral Commissioner (Mr H. Gould): "I have to advise you that, on…

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Federal Parliament Session in March Sydney

Daily Advertiser · Saturday 2 January 1937 · page 1

The Minister for Defence (Sir Archdale Parkhill) said to-day that a short session of the Federal Parliament would be held in March. No change…

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Federal Parliament Next Session Hay Open on March 18 MELBOURNE

Daily Advertiser · Wednesday 6 January 1937 · page 1

March 18 is likely to be the date for the opening of the next session of the Federal Parliament, which will probably not extend for more than. three…

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A.R.U. Council Election Sydney

Daily Advertiser · Thursday 7 January 1937 · page 2

A ballot-box 'containing votes for the election of the State Council of the Australian Railways Union was escorted by six scrutineers from the…

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King's Horses to Race in Same Colors No Derby Candidate

Daily Advertiser · Thursday 7 January 1937 · page 6

King George VI will continue the Royal racing stables and stud on the same lines as his father. For several years the King has been a member…

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Other Candidates Canberra

Daily Advertiser · Thursday 7 January 1937 · page 4

The Minister for the Interior (Mr. Paterson) said to-day that the name of Mr. C. L. A. Abbott was not the only one which had been submitted for…

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Primary Products Dairy Control Board Election Rolls Open Till March Canberra

Daily Advertiser · Friday 8 January 1937 · page 4

Arrangements are being made for the election of the Dairy Produce Board. The enrolments will close on March 1, and the nominations will…

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New South Wales Dried Fruits Board Election of Members

The Murrumbidgee Irrigator · Tuesday 12 January 1937 · page 6

The (late for the triennial election of members of the New South Wales Dried Fruits Board has been fixed by the Minister for Agriculture as 15th…

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Dairy Produce Board Election

Cootamundra Herald · Thursday 14 January 1937 · page 2

The period for which the representatives at present on the Australian Dairy Produce Board were, elected will expire on 30th April. Rolls are now…

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Hotels Open on Polling Day Sydney

Daily Advertiser · Monday 18 January 1937 · page 4

Hotelkeepers have been informed that they may keep their premises open on referendum day, which is a departure from the ordinary practice…

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Self Government India's First Parliament Difficulties That Have Been Overcome Many Yet Remain

Daily Advertiser · Saturday 23 January 1937 · page 11

With more than 35,000,000 voters on the roll India is returning its first parliament under the new constitution. The key territory of the British…

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Dairy Produce Board Elections

Daily Advertiser · Saturday 23 January 1937 · page 8

Enrolment cards will shortly be forwarded to all suppliers of the Murrumbidgee Co-op. Dairy Co. Ltd., and the suppliers are asked to see that the…

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Roll Of Producers Australian Dairy Produce Board Elections

Wagga Wagga Express · Saturday 23 January 1937 · page 14

Claim for enrolment cards will shortly be forwarded to all suppliers of the Murrmbidgee Co-op. Dairy Co. Ltd.; who are asked to see that…

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Crisis in Japanese Parliament Due to Increase in Armaments Ministry Says Deficits Must Continue "To Ensure Our Existence" Angry Opposition Results in Suspension of Session TOKIO

Daily Advertiser · Saturday 23 January 1937 · page 1

A political crisis developed rapidly to-day and reached its climax with the issue of a decree by the Emperor suspending the…

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Macquarte-Street to be Replanned New Parliament House; New Hospital Sydney

Daily Advertiser · Thursday 28 January 1937 · page 4

A comprehensive plan for the complete re-planning of Macquarie-street was adopted by the State Cabinet to-day. The plan…

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Macquarie St. to Be Replanned New Parliament House; New Hospital SYDNEY

Cootamundra Herald · Thursday 28 January 1937 · page 1

A comprehensive plan for the complete replanning of Macquarie street was adopted by the State Cabinet yesterday. The plan provides for the…

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Intermediate Certificate Exam. District Results List of Successful Candidates

Adelong and Tumut Express · Friday 29 January 1937 · page 3

The results of the Intermediate Certificate examination for the country districts of New South Wales were announced on Wednesday…

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Dead Lock Again Erina Shire Council Election Hurdle

The Gundagai Independent · Monday 1 February 1937 · page 2

Another deadlock was reached on Friday at the first meeting of the Erina Shire Council, following the election of aldermen…

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