Port Adelaide Carter and union clash over council jobs
The Port Adelaide and Suburban Carters Association threatens to strike after announcing no union members would work for the Port Adelaide Corporation from August 18, while non union teams are used. The council admits only non union workers are employed. a council debate labels the dispute as a fight between two unions. Alderman Lewis moves to refer the matter to the Works Committee, with Alderman Williams noting the conflict involves AWU members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Adelaide
Carters Assciation
J. W. Eva
Soan
Carters’ Association
Ald. Lewis
Ald. Williams
Aw.u
Town Hall Decorations At Port Adelaide Raise Curious Issue
A Port Adelaide report notes Town Hall hit boards used by a company for performances have remained outside the hall after prior enforcement. Boards also line the St Vincent Street fence and may spread to Nile Street. Mayor’s Parlor joked about the impact as officials consider the matter.
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Town Hall
Port Adelaide
St. Vincent Street
Nile Street
Mr. Sweeney
Memorial petition on Hughes Street drainage at Port Adelaide
At a Port Adelaide City Council meeting six ratepayers submitted a memorial asking attention to Hughes Street between Fletcher Road and Close Street in Sandwell. They cited water pooling and street submersion caused by Fletcher Road drainage in front of properties. Dr. Lowen moved to refer the request to the Works Committee. the chairman noted it is not for new works. The motion carried.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Adelaide
Hughes Street
Sandwell
Fletcher Road
Close Street
Works Committee
Lowen
Theatrical Boards on the Town Hall Fence
Adelaide City Council records show Dr. Horne discussing theatre display boards around the Town Hall with the Town Clerk and Acting Chairman. The Town Clerk states no permission was given and the previous resolution limiting boards remains in force.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Adelaide
Horne
E. Bradwell
Ald. Anderson
Cr.Horre
Pillar Box Petition Granted by Deputy Postmaster General
Rep W O Archibald forwards a reply from the Deputy Postmaster General approving the installation of a pillar box at Mead and Mills Streets. Residents of Largs receive the good news and plan to thank the Postmaster General for action. The remainder of the text is unrelated and not tied to the petition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. O. Archibald
Largs
Mead and Mills Streets
Birkenhead Ferry Port Road dispute delays private leasing plan
Birkenhead rate payers pressed the Port Adelaide City Council to retain the ferry and oppose leasing to private enterprise. A council meeting heard residents argue the ferry should be kept as a public service, with emphasis on safety and adequate crossings for North Ward residents. The vote followed a push to test the vaporiser proposal on the vessel Success before leasing. A heated exchange occurred over council promises and conduct during hustings.
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Birkenhead
Port Adelaide
S. Robinson
T. C. Davey
North Ward
Pavers
FS. Co Smith
J Athertan Anderean
Judas
Addrass
Ald. Anderson
Tramways Trust Delays Semaphore Band Stand Plan
City Council heard from the Tramways Trust that erection of the proposed band rotunda at Semaphore cannot proceed now. They cited potential traffic issues and service limits that could arise if band concerts increased demand on transport.
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Tramways ‘Trust
Semaphore
Council Divisions Over Ferry System and Lease Offer
Debating the Birkenhead ferry plan locals clash as Aldermen clash over proposed lease sale worth £230 and a lines plan. Deputation urges North Ward support while ratepayers weigh monthly ticket costs amid talks on service improvements and protective council clauses.
Tramway Extension to Dry Creek Sought by Maylands Resident
A. J. H. Peters of Maylands urged the council to influence extending the Rosewater electric tram to Dry Creek and ultimately connect with the Prospect route. The request was noted and a copy forwarded to the Municipal Tramways Trust via the city representative.
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A. J. H. Peters
Maylands
Wroze
Rosewater
Dry Creek
Mantepal Tramways Trust
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Western AuStralian Insurance Co., Ltd
Adelaide
Alfred Chambers
Currie Street
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Port Adelaide Corporation
Gia
A. C. R. Tapp
Commercial Road
And
Alberton
Bruce
W. H. Bruge
Grote Street
W. H. Bruce
Fage Dad
Birkenhead Ferry
Port Road
Commissioner of Crown Lands
Largs Bay
Sen
Ted
Chamiste
A. McArthur
Franklin Street
Adslaide
Ald Anderson
Smith
Lewis
Robinson
Ferries Committee
J. Hy March
Clauson
Williams
Crs
Ellis
Thompson
Baudinet
Tapp
Gibb
Brown
Wright
Sutton
Mengracramen
Sanitarium Health Food Mead Office
Sanitarium Health FoodGo
Grenfell Street
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