Nationalisation of banks
Swift action was taken by the private trading banks and the governments of Victoria and South Australia in an effort to prevent the federal government from proceeding with nationalisation of the trading banks, the Herald reported. Within 24 hours of the Banking Act receiving the Royal Assent, the trading banks had applied for and been granted leave to seek an injunction to restrain the government from implementing the new law.
Migrants by air
An Inter-Continental Air Tours airliner landed at Kingsford Smith Airport with a party of 10 British, Italian, and Greek migrants from Europe. A representative of American Travel Headquarters organised the journey for the migrants. His organisation, he said, hoped to bring out 150 more Greeks to Australia before Christmas. Another Inter-Continental Air Tours aircraft was due to leave London for Sydney with more migrants.
Bradman brilliant in Brisbane
Batting for much of the time in poor light, Don Bradman scored a magnificent 160 not out against India in the first Test. It was one of the best Test centuries of his career, notably for his confidence and his fitness. With three wickets down for 273 at stumps and rain falling, Australia have gained a strong position. The pitch is certain to favour the bowlers tomorrow with more showers expected.