Tramway Trust schedules football patrons disruption plan
The Tramway Trust will cater for football patrons tomorrow and operate the electric cart until about 6.30 pm as part of the shipping dispute.
15 Aug 1919
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Newspaper
Port Adelaide News
Location
Port Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 15, 1919
Page
1
The Tramway Trust will cater for football patrons tomorrow and operate the electric cart until about 6.30 pm as part of the shipping dispute.
A correspondent reports near Lipson Street by Haswell where a passerby kicked a hat sticking from under a dray. A shout from beneath claimed the hat holder is trapped with his horse and dray, prompting a surprised encounter and warning not to kick the hat.
An unclear report notes a death described as natural in origin but lacks a prior ecemeed certificate. Mention is made of the Madisee Gun Squadron and Mr. co Howard, a YMCA representative, within the same Brigade context.
A dated endorsement from Ellen Everett of Wellington New Zealand writing under May 1 1917 from The Wellington Medical and Electrical Massage Institute. She praises Clements Tonic Ltd as a top nerve food for neurasthenia insomnia poor appetite weakness sluggish liver and debility. She urges readers to obtain it from their chemist today. Health is life’s feast.
Labor trouble brews at Glanville works of Colonial Sugar Refining Co Ltd as Port Adelaide Storemen and Packers Union members protest shifts favoring returned soldiers over non unionists. Working Men's Association members voice concern while meeting planned next Monday. Adelaide manager Brandon Parsons notes some supervisors remain, reaffirming veteran preference for reemployment and letters sent to Repatriation Department to secure benefits until work again resumes.
Captain Harry Butler arrived back from Minlaton on Monday morning landing at Enfield after a direct Port Vincent to Outer Harbor flight. An enthusiastic reception greeted him with His Excellency the Governor, the State Military Commandant, the Chief Justice and Justice Buchanan present. The trip duration from leaving Minlaton to Enfield was 27 minutes.
The Batish Australasian Publishing Service invites every member of the AIF and kin in South Australia to visit our office at Port Adelaide to view a sample book titled The All Australia Memorial and Roll of Honor. We seek a photo or biographical record from each enlisted member for inclusion in this grand public publication.
A leading article in the Port Adelaide News urges against the easy but unsound path of higher railway charges. A business analogy warns that raising rates to cover losses can empty customers and leave rivals with profits. Calls for an on-site railway commissioner and long term expertise over temporary quick fixes.
Branch School of Art in Port Adelaide offers Saturday morning and weekday evening classes in drawing painting and construction related drawing. Enquiries directed to the Institute Port Adelaide Act. Charlton Acting Director of Education handles applications and details.
The Annual Meeting of the Port Adelaide and Suburban Cricket Association will be held on Wednesday evening, August 27 at Hur Risus Hall. Members are requested to attend and send notices of interest. The undersigned invites all to receive information and partake in the association proceedings.
Members assemble at the Salvation Army Hall Dale Street Port Adelaide at 7 30 pm on Wednesday August 20 for a piano uniform musical programme presented by the Alberton Cheerup Society with Wy Tayntel published.
Captain C. J. Clare CMG retires as District Naval Officer with a civic farewell in the Council Chamber. Mayor R. Smith presided, praising Clare’s 40 years of service, seamanship, and knowledge of Spencer's Gulf. Commander L. Bracegindle attended. Clare recalled his career from 1868 arrival until master of Governor Musgrave and later commands.
Relief volunteers at Port Adelaide processed groceries and meals with strict per pound accounting, aided by a Government grant matching council funds to cover essential relief. The operation ran from late morning until afternoon, with workers improvising siting and lighting, and officials praising the effort amid ongoing distress.
The event notes a 4th anniversary observance by Central Mission with a Sunday service on August 24 1919 featuring Soluc and Choruses by the Men’s Choir. The text highlights church music and community participation in a period religious program.
Port Adelide City Council last week debated ending the yellow flag practice. Dr Wright supported removing the flag, saying it has no use as rules are frequently altered. Ald Anderson and Cr Cleland opposed, voting to keep the flag. motion failed four to three.
An advertisement for R. J. Underdown of Birkenhead offering grocer and drapery goods with coupons on everything. It lists a phone number 2558 for inquiries or orders and promotes a wide range of merchandise under one shop.
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