03 Aug 1951
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 03, 1951
Page
1
Nearly 90 pupils performed at a county event at Pirie Town Hall in a school show classed as high standard. The program included graceful ballet numbers and a novelty finale, marking personal triumphs for many students.
A quarterly Economic Cooperation administration report warns poverty and disease drive unrest in South-East Asia. It notes that many poor people already lived at subsistence levels before the war and that post-war revolutionary movements gain momentum amid hunger unemployment and disease.
James Waller McHale, 34, of Reade Park, appeared before Dr Wilton in Adelaide Police Court on charges of forging or procuring to forge a transfer instrument involving Elsie Bickmore, and a second property transfer. He was remanded in custody, and today faces an additional charge of assault.
Thurna James Farrell of Moorhouse was fined £5 plus 7s 6d costs by Pie Court of Summary Jurisdiction after admitting two charges of indecent exposure on Burt Street Solomontown. Prosecutor W H Williams stated the acts occurred in a Moorhouse street backyard with access to Burt Street.
Weather notes show 65 sunrises 7H and 43h sunset with future readings of 66 high and 3 low yesterday. City temps Adelaide Melbourne Sydney Perth Brisbane Hobart listed. barometer around 29.750 yesterday. Forecast: showers mainly in settled areas, cold spell coming with westerly to south westerly winds.
Fragmented list details horse names, trainers, and stakes at Coral Bay. Names include Hurale Trinioud Buster Dukt and Welkins Sun with various stakes like Elsternwick Stakes and Lora Stakes.
The memo outlines national and state estimates for coal reserves and production. It references operations, equipment needs, and federal and commonwealth input for the next three years.
A report notes an arrest linked to a record drive for the year. Officials did not release further details and the case remains under investigation. Local authorities urge patience as information is reviewed.
A fragmented report notes a long sentence for a boat owner in Berlin. The text mentions a four hour ray and a one year imprisonment with unclear details about a family or children. The legible elements include names and scattered phrases, but the full facts and context remain obscured.
Louis wins a close bout against Brion in a hard fought match. The event features Tullos Joe Louis as a key figure in a contest described with account of rounds and a decisive finish.
Unclear transcript fragment references petitions on behalf of a condemned man. Historical names and places are unreadable. The readable portions do not establish a clear event date or outcome.
A fragmentary report notes rising costs for sandwiches and meals over the upcoming Monday with local references to officials and school figures. Names include Nie Wwervas and Jun, while mentions of Amb and ROA hint at organizational ties.
Fragmented OCR notes describe migrant craft work at a technical school with mentions of weaving and pottery processes, detailing tools, materials, and classroom observations. The item lists various crafts, students' activities, and a sense of workshop abundance amid historical context.
A busy weekend program features the Twenty-four vider nomination for Woment's Basketball among teams like Wan avarah Green and Wandeurah Blue, with notable matches including Ramblers versus Shlomontown and Spartan versus High School. The event lists venues, times, and participants across Crystal Brook and neighboring towns, highlighting school, church and youth league games culminating in a grand final tomorrow.
The notice recalls Geoffery Plenty who died in an aircraft accident in the Middle East on August 4, 1944. Very dear brother to Albert and Joist, remembered by family with lines of love and tribute.
In loving memory of our dear aunt Doreen who passed away August 2 1950. A beautiful memory left behind a smiling face and heart of gold. Always remembered by Weph Powis Rodmer Dare ve and family. WILLIS loving remembrance from sister and brother and family.
Shipping notices detail movements including Ere: United Kingdom, Calcutta, and Adelaide voyages. Vessels such as MUTCRA and Gieh ABON are listed with routes and projected departures. readers are informed of upcoming sailings and port calls in a dense, data driven shipping column.
The readable fragments do not reveal a coherent event, names, dates, or location to summarize into a factual news item.
Fragmented OCR reveals a chaotic lost and found notice with scattered names and items. Partial phrases hint at belongings and dates but most specifics are unreadable. The readable bits imply a list of lost objects and possible owners without clear locations or deadlines.
Advert says salesmen operators wanted by A Flick & Co Pty Ltd. Training provided with expenses paid, annual leave and sick leave included. Applicants need basic craft knowledge. strict writing applications to the address given. Full time positions for experienced salespeople in city and country areas.
New stock of SEMCO fabrics and linen goods includes Bungalow Cloths Linen Tea Towels Baby Feeders Baby Pillow Cases and NOKERCHIEFS for ladies and children. Florals organdies whites with lace and colored borders Nile brand priced 9d to 4/2 each. Early inspection urged.
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