STATUTORY RULES.
1907. No. 14.
REGULATIONS UNDER THE POST AND TELEGRAPH ACT 1901.
(Issued provisionally as Statutory Rule, 1906, No. 125.)
I, THE GOVERNOR-GENERAL in and over the Commonwealth of Australia, acting with the advice of the Federal Executive Council, hereby make the undermentioned amended Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, namely:—
Telegraphic Regulations: Telegrams within the Commonwealth; Repetition of Telegrams,
to come into operation on the twenty-third day of March, 1907.
Dated this fifth day of March, One thousand nine hundred and seven.
NORTHCOTE,
Governor-General.
By His Excellency’s Command,
AUSTIN CHAPMAN.
Telegraphic Regulations.
Telegrams within the Commonwealth.
The Regulation under the head of “Repetition of Telegrams” is repealed, and the following is substituted therefor, viz.:—
Repetition of Telegrams.
In order to provide against any mistakes in the transmission and delivery of telegrams, any telegram may be repeated by being re-transmitted from the office of delivery to the sender on payment by the latter, at the time of lodgment, of 50 per cent. in addition to the ordinary rate. In such telegrams the word “repetition” must appear in the preamble of the telegrams, and be charged for.
Repeated messages must be treated as paid service advices.
By Authority: J. Kemp, Acting Government Printer, Melbourne.
C. 2976.—Price 3d.
Overview
The Statutory Rules 1907 No. 14, titled "Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901," were enacted to amend the existing regulatory framework governing the transmission and delivery of telegrams within Australia. The Post and Telegraph Act 1901 aimed to provide a comprehensive system for the delivery of mail and telegraphic communications, ensuring that the public could rely on efficient and accurate delivery services. This legislative instrument was introduced to address the need for mechanisms to correct any errors that might occur during the transmission and delivery of telegrams. The regulations were enacted by the Governor-General in Council, under the authority of the Commonwealth Parliament, to ensure the smooth operation of the postal and telegraph services and to enhance public confidence in these services by providing a means to rectify any mistakes that may occur. The policy objective of these regulations is to maintain the integrity and reliability of the telegram delivery system by allowing for the repetition of telegrams when errors are suspected, thereby ensuring that the intended message is accurately conveyed.
Scope and Application
The Telegraphic Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901 pertain to the transmission and delivery of telegrams within the Commonwealth of Australia. These regulations are designed to ensure the accuracy of telegram communications by allowing for the repetition of telegrams in case of any transmission errors. Any telegram may be repeated by re-transmitting it from the office of delivery back to the sender, provided the sender pays an additional fee of 50% of the ordinary rate at the time of lodgment. The word "repetition" must be explicitly stated in the preamble of the telegram and is charged for separately. Repeated messages are to be treated as paid service advices. The regulations apply to all entities and individuals sending or receiving telegrams within Australia, thereby ensuring that the communication process is reliable and error-free.
Key Provisions
The amended Telegraphic Regulations under the Post and Telegraph Act 1901, particularly Regulation 1907, No. 14, introduces specific provisions for the repetition of telegrams within the Commonwealth of Australia. Under section 1, the regulation allows for the repetition of telegrams to safeguard against any mistakes in transmission and delivery. To achieve this, any telegram may be repeated by being re-transmitted from the office of delivery to the sender. This service comes with an additional charge, which is 50% of the ordinary rate, paid by the sender at the time of lodgment. Additionally, the word “repetition” must appear in the preamble of the telegram, and this word is separately charged for. It is important to note that repeated messages must be treated as paid service advices.
These regulations impose certain obligations on both the sender and the delivery office. For the sender, it is essential to pay the additional 50% charge at the time of lodgment to ensure the telegram can be re-transmitted if necessary. The delivery office, on the other hand, is required to include the word “repetition” in the telegram preamble and treat repeated messages as paid service advices. These obligations are critical in maintaining the accuracy and reliability of telegram communication within the Commonwealth.
Failure to comply with these regulations could result in various consequences. While the specific provisions regarding penalties or civil/criminal consequences are not detailed in the provided text, it can be inferred that breaches of these regulations could lead to service delivery issues or additional charges for the sender. The inclusion of the word “repetition” and the payment of the additional charge are mandatory, and non-compliance could potentially result in the telegram not being re-transmitted, thereby affecting the reliability of the communication service. This implies that adherence to these regulations is crucial for both parties to ensure smooth and effective telegram transmission.