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Newspaper

Port Adelaide News

Location

Port Adelaide, South Australia, Australia

Date

Jul 27, 1917

Page

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Crowded Theatre Fined At Port Adelaide Court

At Port Adelaide Police Court on Tuesday morning Qzone Amusements Ltd admitted omitting to keep passages at the Ozone Theatre free from chairs at 8.40 pm on June 4. The company manager Hugh M Waterman appeared for the defence. A fine of £2 and £1 costs was imposed.

Port Adelaide J. H. Sinclair S.M Qzone Amusements, Ltd Hugh M. Waterman Tith Ozone Theatre F. G. Hicks Crown Law Department

Presentation to Major Priestly on Torrens Island

Last Sunday the Torrens Island afternoon service featured a presentation to Major Priestly the island commandant. J N M Lawrence presented a silver cigarette case on behalf of regular visitors who conduct Divine services. Dr Horne noted the Rev Power was absent at Alberton and praised Major Priestly for his even temper and helpfulness toward weekly visitors.

Torrens Island Major Priestly U.L.P

United Labor Party At Home in Rosewater Hall

The Port Adelaide Women's Branch of the U S P held a successful At Home in Rosewater Hall on Wednesday July 40 Mir S J Verran presided Alderman McHugh spoke with strong interest Thon J Carr M L C proposed the vote of thanks seconded by Mr J Price An afternoon tea was served and the programme concluded a very enjoyable afternoon

Port Adelaide U.S.P Rosewater Hall S.J. Verran Alderman McHugh J. Carr Ml.c J. Price

Wares and Prices From A Rough Indexed Sale List

A catalog of household goods and accessories with varied prices. Items include porcelain plates tea sets and cups, glass bowls, kitchen utensils, cedar oil maps and furniture pieces such as bedroom suites sideboards wardrobes and leather bags. Units are shown with multiple price points and measurements.

Jmch U.S Uftin

Federal Electoral Recruiting Committee Meeting Adelaide Port

A Port Adelaide meeting of the Federal Electoral Recruiting Committee was held with Hon J Jelly presiding. T K Muir reported 460 eligibles interviewed. 33 enlisted through Port office and 26 reported at Adelaide. The committee emphasized personal interviews and agreed to push voluntary enlistment amid cross-district attestations.

Federal Electoral Recruiting Committee Hindmarsh Port Adelaide Lipson Street J. Jelly T. K. Muir Port Adelaide Gampaign Amaport

Mission Seamen Center Opens New Attractions for Sailors

A visiting committee inspected Todd Street Mission to Seamen on Wednesday afternoon as new facilities were unveiled. The venue now features a full-sized billiard table, shooting gallery, phonographs, a modern post office, a bar, and a “half deck” drawing area for apprentices. Naval Cadets rooms and a dedicated Bible writing space are ready, with plans to convert a rear block into a sports ground for open-air summer concerts.

Todd Street Mosiong de. Mortis Langford HW. L. Adams Fede Bishan Wilsons Rene Gy Lagat W. Morr Coote Lanford Bentley Cennar

Alberton Yo Men’s Class Address at Alberton Methodist

Mr John Ottoway spoke to the Alberton Yo Men’s Class II on Sunday afternoon with Rev J H Peters chairing. Ottoway drew from Ecclesiastes chapter 12 to illustrate metaphors while the group, including Women’s Own members, considered youth and the Creator. Discussion thanked the speaker as Ottoway briefly responded.

Alberton Methodist_ Young Men's John Ottoway J. H. Peters Ottoway Evcelsias Ald Weer Mmember Mess. Lewis Dicker Barron Otto. Way

War Savings Groups Grow Through Business House Initiatives

War Savings Groups form in workplaces to boost sales of War Savings Certificates. Organisers report encouraging response and plan wider expansion. Members pay small regular subscriptions to obtain £1 certificates for 10 6 00 subscribed and may receive additional allocations, offering a convenient option for employees with limited time to visit banks or post offices.

Legal Wake Delays Damages Case at Port Adelaide Court

A damages action faced adjournments through Monday and Tuesday as the Port Adelaide Court extended sessions into the evening. An extraordinary press table and improvised lighting marked the proceedings with four counsel arguing as candles and an old kerosene lamp provided light.

Port Adelaide Lars Avobit

France and Other Flags Across History and Design

The article surveys flag history from France to Brabant and Wales, noting the adoption of the French tricolour after the Revolution, its color order changes, and its influence on other nations. It mentions Brabant’s banner, Wales’s heraldic influences, and the Savoy coat of arms added to Italy’s white central band, reflecting evolving national emblems.

France Republic Duchy of Brabant Brabant Nipoteon Wale Italy House of Savoy

Badly Lit Port Adelaide Court Faces Adjournment

Reported at Port Adelaide Court where gusty gas light failures hindered proceedings. Sir Josiah Symon and colleagues urged adjournment as dim corridors and flickering jets strained judges and counsel, prompting a firm protest over lighting conditions.

Why Should Court Habitues be Gassed

An account of gas pipe failures at Port Adelaide court during Monday and Tuesday evenings. The report cites Speaker Sir Josiah Symon’s lengthy objections and criticizes public building safety handling. It questions oversight by the Public Buildings department and the Board of Health amid concerns over state or public money at risk.

Port Adelaide Josiah Symon Cours Paris Xe Zal Board of Health

For children's barking Cough atl night

Noods' Great Penpermint Cure appears in a damaged ad style line claiming relief for nighttime barking coughs in children. The fragment mentions a product and a nighttime symptom, but lacks verifiable details or proper context.

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