Education meeting forms Port Pirie WEA classes
A Port Pirie gathering of locals aimed to form University tutorial classes under the Workers' Educational Association. Mr. C. Pitsgeveld chaired, with Mr. Victor Cromer outlining aims and a temporary committee to be formed. Dr. M. B. Goode to preside at a later address and WEA general secretary W. E. Cromer to speak on Education and the People.
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Workers’ Educaonal Association
Aw.a. Hall
4. C. Pitsgeveld
Tte
Victor E. Cromer
Port Pine
Bromer
Park Pirie
Amessic
Fitzgerald Ful
Bent
Herbert Heaton
Crome
Srom
M. B. Goode
Port Pirie
Workers’ Educational Assoniation
Norra Street
Nf Te Wea
W. E. Gromer
Motor Stand For Soldiers Ends In Adelaide Discussion
Adelaide council weighs establishing a motor stand for returned soldiers. An amendment to the act is being pursued to secure the purpose.
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Adelaide
Munday
Wero of the War. Nalty Private Newsome Nalty
In memoriam for Private Newsome Nalty of the 48th Battalion who died at Pozieres France on 6 August 1916 with a sister and brother-in-law A and J C Mahony expressing sorrow reading Greater love hath no man than this. Rest in peace.
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Nalty
Newsome Nalty
Pozieros
Frauce
Lilo
J. C. Mahony
Seamen Refuse to Negotiate Through Other Representatives
Melbourne officials report Seamen reject talks via anyone but Walsh, urging acceptance of government-proposed conference. Trade leaders express appreciation for Walsh but insist future negotiations must use Walsh or direct union channels, amid ongoing strike actions by boilermakers and riggers overhauling steamers in Melbourne.
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Melbourne
Inken
Bu Jt
Trades Hall Council
M. M. Blackburn
The
Labor Pty
Wales
Walsh
Wala
Wieseamen
Dye
Mayor Pushes Hospital Closure Amid Mild Epidemic
Five patients at Tsofalun hospital, including one in danger, prompted Mayor Goode to consider closing the hospital as patient numbers fall. Costs for two outbreaks ran into hundreds of pounds, with provisions and wages cited. The council supports closing once current patients are discharged and commends staff for their service.
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Suara of
Br Goode
Tsofalun Hospital
Juul
Hispital
Ue Trrract
Orks
Leitch
Elobe
Tsohtinn
Dulidinis
Mulaterio
le Nurs
Cro ‘Warren
South
Arbitration ruling over land claims in East West Railway case
An Adelaide case before Mr Justice Powers addressed claims by Henry Teesdale Smith and Simon Mathieson against the Commonwealth Minister for Home and Territories. The dispute concerns compensation totaling £402,000 for land involved in the East West Railway project and related transactions from 1915 to 1919, with proceedings detailing land parcels, alleged acquisitions, and entitlements arising from Commonwealth actions under railway and acquisition statutes.
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Adelaide
Justice Powers
Wigh Court
Henry Teesdale Smith
Contrallor
Simon Mathieson
Home and Territories
Commonwealth
Russia
Whleoorlie
Commonwealth Govruivant
Gands
Clwinwanls
Foe
Watur
Come Wilsany
Anal
Shhiul
Times Leader Claims German Docs Doomed Amiens Victory
The Times asserts that Allied possession of German documents from the Amiens battle era shows a doomed German plan and the Allied decision that victory was unattainable. It notes mismanagement at Terrace Hospital and YMCA facility, praising an orderly for discharge duties and criticizing boards and officials involved. The piece hints at military control at Brathosnila and loyalty questions amid a disputed visitation.
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Times London
The
Times
Amiens
Tralle
Due Galtier
Terrace Hospital
Y.M.G.A. Hospital
Gr Geddes
Bolshevist Tactics Reach Archangel Amid Propaganda War
Reuters dispatch from London reports Bolshevist agents operating across Russian regions spreading deceptive tales to troops in Archangel and beyond. Allied authorities counter with leaflets and behind-line agents, while concern grows over the ability to distinguish truth from Bolshevist fabrications amid ongoing military tension.
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Reuter
London
Reuters
Archangel
Vires
Dglilimg
Aproprates
Ironside
Soresmik
Influenza reports rise in Solh-East area
The town clerk noted a case of influenza during the day and the isolation hospital lists patients by number. Influenza has reappeared in the Solh-East area though generally mild, with 100 cases reported previously from Robe and 411 now notified from Mount Gambier.
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Adelaide
Solh-East
Robe
Mount Gambier
Railways News From Vietonia Highlight Jones's Rise
The report notes Mr. Jones, noted for electrification work, as a young official rising quickly in Victorian railways and expected to soon reach chief commissioner status in Vietonia. The Melbourne deal involved Mr. Jones and the appointment.
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Melbourne
Jones
Vietonia
Timber workers dispute ruling in Melbourne court
Mr Justice Higgins presided as president of the Arbitration Court in Melbourne, declaring that a dispute exists between timber workers in China and local employers. The decision outlines the scope of the industrial contention affecting the timber industry.
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Melbourne
Justice Higgins
T the
Hag
China
Indushey
False Alarm Traced to Local School Suspects
About 4.48 yesterday afternoon the fire brigade was summoned to Smerdonville where they found a false alarm. School children are suspected by the local authorities of being the culprits.
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Smerdon~ville
Parks funding debated at Solomontown council meeting
The council learned the Local Government office approved a £240 Commonwealth gift for park improvements and tree planting. Debate focused on whether to spend the funds on Solomontown reserves or the Recreation Ground, with amendments proposing priority for the ground. The motion to allocate toward the Recreation Ground was carried.
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Department of Repatriation
Commonwealth Government
Giles
Solomontown
Hopkins
Gr. Geddes
Tys
WM. Pinilolt
Gr Jenkins
Warren
Mullen
Equal Treatment Wanted RAILWAY ANOMALIES
At night council explored rail fare disparities between country districts and the metropolitan area. Dk. Hopking urged the Railway Department be pressured to adjust rates and issue yellow tickets under identical terms. The motion, supported by Gr. Geddes, was carried.
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Hopking
Nailways
Mater
Tares
Tlw
Cowell
Reed
Gr. Geddes
Tiresome Cricket On The Oval Ends In Diversion
A curious mishap interrupted Australian cricketers on the London oval on August 3 in The Tinea. The crowd barracked the batsmen for slow scoring and overlong innings while the umpire waved his clock towards the cheering spectators. The Burrey san Lida intervention followed, ending the scene as the players resumed play amid a deceptive somersault by the interrupter.
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London
McVdent
Crickaters
Oval
Steamers Without Cargo For Australasia From London
A Phe Times report states steamers bound for Australasia will depart London in a few days with about 10 000 tons capacity. The ships are described as nearly empty of cargo, awaiting freight and export demand, signaling quiet and cautious sailing plans amid uncertain trade.
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London
Australasia
Gorinthie
Basle Strike Sparks Swiss Troop Fire on Crowd
The Times correspondent in Geneva reports rioting during a major Basle strike as Swiss troops opened fire on the crowd. Nine people were killed and many wounded in the disturbance.
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Basle
the Times
London
Geneva
Riots at Liverpool escalate as shops looted
Reports from The Times detail grave disturbances in Liverpool on Saturday with crowds looting forty shops including jewellers and pawn brokers. Soldiers replaced police but could not quell the chaos. The Lord Mayor appeals for property protection as reinforcements arrive and troops with machine guns and tanks are deployed.
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Reuter
London
Liverpool
Dean
the Times
Zome Solllers
Indian Troops Reviewed in London King Speech
Reuters reports a review of Indian troops in London amid strong interest. Units arrived by train from Hampton Court, marched with Guards brigades, and drew large crowds as they moved to Buckingham Palace. The King addressed them, praising their devotion and cheerful service to the Empire during the war. Present were the Duke of Connaught, the Prince of Wales, and Sir Douglas Haig.
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Reuters
London
Hampton Court
Guards
Waterloo Station
Buckingham Palace
Prince of Wales
Duke of Connaught
Douglas Haig
Mem
Empire
Government Grant Meeting Notes From Town Council
The council discussed a government grant, noting that no further advances beyond 200 pounds could be made until approval passed. A district inquiry was referred for review of total grant allocation and progress. Dr Warren advised maximizing grant access if other groups have completed their projects, affirming honesty in handling funds.
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F. Diemeld
Tie
Loreal Government Department
Vic
Pallahook Teumipun
Cr. Warren
Eal
Tyind
Warren
Temperance Alliance Meeting Highlights Compliment to Secretary
Last night a Tem perance Alliance meeting presided by Rev. G. Symonds carried a motion praising the secretary for his work during the recent campaign. Other resolutions outlined future propaganda methods and organizational plans.
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The
Temperance Alliance
Er. G. Symonds
Appointment of Pirie Town Surveyor Reappointed
The Pirie Council voted to reappoint Min GA Warren as town surveyor after his return from active service. He will be reappointed as soon as legally possible and will supervise the tennis court construction on the Children's Play area, serving as assistant until formal action.
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Pirie Council
Min GA. Warren
Gra, Jenkins and Geddes
Fayinong
Alleged Absconder Arrested Aboard Steamer Nestor
Gerald Poirere and his wife were arrested on the steamer Nestor at Port Adelaide on the way to England. They are charged with offences against the Bankruptcy Act in Sydney.
Australians and British Break Bolshevik Front in Major Assault
A British major led 108 men including 60 Australians in a night raid against Bolshevik outposts near a clearing. Despite heavy fire and near 12 to 8 odds, the force advanced, formed a square, and captured the position after three hours of fighting. One Australian Lewis gunner was wounded but continued fighting. many Bolshevists were killed or bayoneted. The booty included demolition gear, telephones, wire, explosives, and complete warfare equipment.
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Whale
Hummock Hill Party Honoring Mrs Burns Grandson Guest
Pleasant evening at Mrs Burns Esplanade Hammocks Hill featured a party for her grandson James Gusey. Three visitors from Pirie joined locals in singing dancing and games with supper. Mr Oiggie provided entertainment with songs and ventriloquism.
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Burns
Esplanade
Hammocks Hill
James Gusey
Pirie
Oiggie
Times denounces reckless war office profligacy
The Times leader in August denounces the war office as reckless and profligate, criticizing high command and senior officers for conspiring to overpay and pad payrolls amid war effort, suggesting widespread disdain for wartime expenditures and management.
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the ‘Times
London
the Times
In & Leader
Crystal Brook appoints new sale agents
Crystal Rook M. Fe John son and Messrs Mwyax Bros are appointed additional agents for the sale of The Recorder in Crystal Brook, expanding local distribution and sales reach.
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M. FE. Johnson
Messrs. Mwyax
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