05 Apr 1944
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Apr 05, 1944
Page
1
London report says the Russian advance beyond the Pruth River moves with clockwork speed. German efforts to stop the push are described as futile as Red cavalry and food units widen the gap near Odessa. Kishinev and Kishinev area see continued Russian activity despite attrition.
Budapest endured daylight bombing yesterday as heavy bombers attacked industrial targets and railway installations near the city. A second raid occurred within two hours targeting additional facilities and factories in the same vicinity.
In Burma the front lines held through Sunday as Japanese pressure continued. Kyaukya, north of Buthidug, was captured, while West Africa reports heavy advances against Ramdan and Sheiva villages in Kiladan Valley.
In Canberra a George Medal was awarded for a rescue during a sea landing. A wounded officer and others struggled in 12 feet of water as ramps were lowered and a commander jumped to swim ashore. Despite heavy fire, a colleague brought the wounded man to shore before medical aid arrived.
Ambiguous report speaks of two amateur fishermen missing after a weekend trip. A passing boater found them and a search began as weather worsened and the pair failed to return, leaving families anxious and neighbors curious about what happened at the river jetty.
London reports ongoing patrols at Anzio with intermittent enemy fire after efforts to break through the Allied line. Overall fronts show quiet conditions aside from sporadic clashes and local patrol actions.
The YMCA notes describe a rally where members represented YMA while the RAAF met for a string of tennis events. Spectators filled the crowd. names such as My. BD, Adians, and Sugles Servicy Committee are mentioned. Meals, dancing, and a crowd-pleasing program aired as leaders announced plans for future YM activities and social functions.
Mr J G Williams of the Royal Australian Air Force was named central umpire for the coming season after two applications. The meeting discussed start dates, training schedules, and funding for the season.
Prime Minister announces Anzac Day measures banning hotel openings and public venues. Sports meetings proceed but theatres and picture shows may not open until after dawn. The announcement affects wine saloons and other nightlife venues on Anzac Day.
The death of John Percy Mart aged 70 is noted among railway workers in the Northern division with two sons Howard and Norman in the RAAP. Clergy Rev D T and Mrs Reddin depart after five years in charge of the Methodist circuit to Paynehunt. PMID: medical ward updates from Pirie Hospital and Firfe Hospital admissions and discharges.
At Pirie Courthouse noon yesterday returning officer C. Leaker declared A W Lacey elected unopposed for Pirie seat in the House of Assembly. Lacey has held the seat 11 years amid a history of unopposed Labor success in Pirie. Lacey thanked Leaker and pledged steady work for the district, noting Pirie’s long record of unopposed elections since 1921.
Students and instructors are named in a detailed classroom report from a royal exhibit showing exam results and certificates. The piece notes the subject matter, methods, and practical exercises, with scores for each participant and remarks on overall mastery and readiness for certification.
In Melbourne the Pyjama Girl inquest heard Benbow describe his link between Nellie O Callagher and the Pyjama Girl. Mrs Collins recalled O Callagher but had known her differently over time. Photographs could not be matched to the body due to angles and lighting. an expert photographer was engaged to analyze in sections. The hearing adjourned.
Tide headlines note high water at 7.35 am and 8.35 pm with low water at 4.4 pm. Evening lighting times set, sun rise and set times listed with slight errors. Local temperatures record yesterday and Monday highs of 73.5 and 67 with minima 60 and 81.
A collision between cyclists in Florence Street near Howard Smith’s building caused severe injuries to a rider’s right eye. The other cyclist Mr. Collins of Esmond Road Solomontown and Mrs. Marcia Doris Heller a munition worker escaped harm. Collins was advised by two doctors to consult a specialist in Adelaide and was taken home in a taxi after a light shock.
Mr R S Richards leader of the Labor Party outlined a broad policy program including a housing scheme with 3000 houses in year one, guaranteed jobs or living allowances for returned service members, expanded hospital services and cancer research, universal free education, amendments to industrial and workers compensation laws, five day work week with employer cooperation, review of superannuation, adult suffrage for the Legislative Council with service members voting, deadlock provisions, fair electoral boundaries, and cooperative marketing with producer representation on boards.
The notice states that the issue will be issued on Thursday marking Pirie’s big shopping day. It signals a final weekly issue for this period.
A government body announced a subsidy for barley production. The plan guarantees 2 shillings 6 pence per bushel for two-row feed barley and 2 shillings 3 pence per bushel for six-row feed barley, covering crops sown this year and aimed at supporting poultry industries and farm feed needs.
Vire will be well represented at the country carnival in Adelaide at Easter in rink and singles events. Associated Smelters Club entries include A J Charles and J W Young in rinks and A J Charles and J R Tucker in singles. Brown and Beasley noted as top contenders, with play starting Good Friday at 9:90 am.
Canberra on Tuesday announced by Dr Evatt the members of Australia's delegation to the International Labor Conference in Philadelphia on April 20. The lineup includes Minister of Supply J A Beasley to lead, H C Barnard as second government representative, FLC Condie for employers, P J Clarey MLC for workers, with Dr John Burton and Dr W Wines as advisers.
Sir Malcolm Barclay-Harvey the Governor of South Australia made a farewell visit to Pirie before his departure for Britain. He inspected a volunteer defense corps parade at Memorial Oval, met officials, spoke of their service, and then attended gatherings with returned soldiers at Memorial Hall before staying the night at Risdon Park.
Shipping boards and local waterside unions debated unloading coal at Pirie to speed port work. Officials concluded no gain from shifting cargo, keeping Port Augusta operations as before and prompting further representation by local labor leaders.
Bright Hour at Central Mesion reports fortnightly growth as two new members join and six extra investors attend the Thrift Club. The meeting emphasizes socializing with birthday greetings for several members, a piano overture, and a discussion by Rev. D W Annear on Good Friday and Easter. Competitions in knitting crochet sewing and flowers are listed with many awardees.
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