Queensland Inquest Opens Over Picket Murder Case
A crowded court heard testimony in a Queensland inquest into a fatal picket clash. Witnesses described a crossing dispute near Wanewa between Innis Fall and South Gotastone, with revolvers present and tensions rising as authorities investigated who fired first and the sequence of events leading to the death.
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Aimabane
Lot Hynes
Bulay
Wanewa
Innisfall
South Gotastone
Guly
Fii
Ugay
Milton
Stelin
Wangan
Tuly
Bari Ganlinuiny
Myles
Hus
Richardson quits as South Australian cricket coach
Arthur Richardson of AUTLALDE resigns from his post as coach of the South Australian Cricket Association. The Ground Committee of Preswey regrets losing his services, which had been valued highly, as Richardson seeks a new appointment effective February 1.
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Autlalde
Thunsday
J. Wellardaen
Lullarn
No Niguermeids
South Australan Cricket Association
Richardson
Teluase Yu Uns
Lake Ny
Eoeehlas
Wist
Australia
New State Bank AUELATE Tutrsday Wis estitated by the mew
A fragmented item notes changes at New State Bank moving to Parke street and plans to merge Purflel utleouids Aue. It mentions a two year period, a serial or financial mention, and local figures such as Lavluns and Mullet in Millen. The text is garbled but implies a banking relocation and structural discussion.
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Parke Street
Oecana
Totem Ball a Joyful Parish Hall Jazz Dance Night
St Pauls Parish Hall hosted the Totem Dance Club function with about 300 attendees enjoying a bright evening of jazz dancing and novelty features. The event featured the Pirie Dane Hechesine trio, elaborate decorations, a popular supper, and a list of committee and dancers led by Mr Le Mars.
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St. Paul's Parish Hall
Jae Curnivil
Pirie Dane
Bes Mt
le Mars
Vhrus
Xs Baker _ amovethy Mbises
Aulisol Kemp
Aimy Wiekbe
Eopris Willams
Id Menses
Wownurh
Basson Anil E. Murs
Fragmentary Crown Ceremony Amid Whirl of Notables
A garbled list of names and titles records a ceremonial event in Crystal Brook with many attendees and participants. The text names many individuals and roles, including officials, ladies, and guests, noting dates, locations, and a complex sequence of proceedings. The fragmentary OCR hints at a queenly or civic display with social hierarchies and distributed duties among a large local community.
Burned to Death, Invalid Woman in Stabbed Fate
Fragmented OCR report describes a woman’s death by fire after an incident. local authorities and hospital records indicate she was bedridden and taken to a hospital where she died today. Names and places unreadable in the damaged text.
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Iu Mus
Wiere
Final decision on union hairdressing saloon opened
The Combined Unions Council decided last night to authorize opening a union hairdressing saloon in prime. Leaders of the Hairdressers Association urged restraint on price rises pending further talks with the unions. A committee was appointed to seek a petition and continuation of negotiations.
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Combined Unions Council
Pime
Lye
Mater Hairdressers’ Association
Tie Unions
Miners Die In Kentucky Blast Trapping Sixteen
A coal mine blast in Kentucky killed sixteen miners and trapped many others. Rescue teams worked through the day as authorities and company officials assessed the tragedy and warned of ongoing recovery efforts amid hazardous conditions.
Severe hailstorm hits eastern suburbs with large hail
A severe hailstorm struck the eastern suburbs causing damaged homes and smashed property. Disturbing reports describe hailstones described as large and widespread, with echoes of impact heard across neighborhoods and at Meckells Nursery in Westlite.
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Aublalde
Aurlhero
Miraculous ape incident at code location
A cleaner fell three storeys in a remarkable accident described with unclear place and names. The report mentions a lamp post and a difficult descent, with surrounding confusion about dates and witnesses.
Films and the Child Danger To Young Minds
A critical note on how cinema affects youth, citing the Child Welfare League and experts. The piece discusses alarming claims about materials and storylines, with examples of potential harm and calls for safeguards and screenings.
Tunney Training For Challenge In Chicago Opponent Bout
Gene Pauues resumes training in Chicago to prepare for a heavyweight world championship bout against Tuck Denyisey. The champion is now a heavyweight contender, shaping up for a major title defense.
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Unie
Shigago
Gene Pauues
Tuck Denyisey
Appointment of Local DTN Committee and Secretary
The Port Pirie district trained nursing society meeting formed a new local committee for the year, electing Mr G Champion as secretary and treasurer after contested ballots. Disputes over subscriptions and year-end accounting surfaced, with calls for proper auditing and a clear financial year, amid praise for past efforts by Mrs Shepley and other volunteers.
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G. A. Champion
Public Gin Institute
W. Soanian
Scaulan
Port Pirie
Howie
Lister
Scanlan
Pirie
Adelaide
Scuntuu
Seachans
Huw
Tor
Gould
Champiun
Seamun
Dunkine
de Uis
Moe Chupa
EUS
Seanlan
Sumer
Shepley
Hane
Sadie
Souptun
Uluds
Chale
Tye
Mit
Seaghiy
Banis
Clink
Ehane
Mma
Thor
Fo Mehl
Soaylann
Champion
Weston
Wuvahy
Helu
Francis
Hus Ulee
Double Tragedy in Brisbane Hotel Bedroom
A married couple, Mrs James-Grisp and her husband Crips, were found shot dead in a leading Brisbane hotel room on Thursday. Police say the circumstances indicate murder followed by suicide, with financial worry cited as a possible motive. Crips was about 35 and his wife about 27.
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Brisbane
James — Grisp
Car Plunges 300 Feet In Mountain Crash
Sydney report says a motor vehicle rolled 200 feet down a steep slope near a cave area, destroying the car. Miraculously the driver escaped injury as the machine smashed into pieces.
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Sydney
Jeno- Jun Caves
Gobini
Fifty Years Ago J G Lewis & Sons Port Pirie Founders
Fifty years ago on August 5 1877 the noted firm J G Lewis and Sons began ironwork and plumbing operations in Port Pirie. J G Lewis and his two sons J S and L G Lewis carried on the business through changing years and contributed to the town's early trade development.
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Delvanised
J.lewis
Lewis & Sons and Pirie’s Rise in Local Industry
A historical account highlights J. G. Lewis & Sons and the Pirie enterprise shaping Port Pirie. From small beginnings, the firm grew with Adelaide and local trades, supplying sprawling early structures and infrastructure, including the town’s sanitary services and major buildings, over decades of industrial development.
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de Biewis & Sona Studs
Pirie
Leni Buen
G, Lewis & Sons
Dak Messrs J
Halanley
Pirle
Newspdvers
Afuaskion
Jostiques
Sip
Lily Wto
Lewis
le Kon
Abella
Alan Wayne
Koowis Etek
Dusitess
Ellen Steel
Adelaide
Istics
Vita
Ainil
Glen Gulyan
Nudie
Ellen Stenn
Jodie
Sutton
MSN
Demetibit
Beyis
Aontearts
Tenn Works
Phumila
Amare
Anny
Port Pirie
J. G. Lewis Vod
Mubwul
Bike West School
Sela Seteal
Pirie Institute
Hubrer
Patothy
Hove
Huepita
Customs House
O'Dou
Guilin
Laws & Sims
Pinte
Lowte & Sons
Simpson & Co
J. G. Lewis & Sons
Novel Fair Draws Big Attendance at Central Methodist Fair
Despite inclement weather the Nursery Rhymes Fair conducted by the Central Methodist mission drew a large crowd. Notable figures included Mr J Fliggerakd and Rev J H Peters with Mrs Norman Ludi and Sister Juan present. The nursery display featured rhymes performed by trained children under Miss A Williams, with proceeds supporting general mission work and a history of local efforts by the Lewis family noted alongside a broader account of Port Pirie’s development and a milestone 59 years of trade.
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Central Methodist
Iission Sos Lerdas
J . Fliggerakd
J. H. Peters
Solomon
Norman Ludi
Cos. Peters
Juan
Kees
Misa
Mite Woruld
X. Lade
He Children
A. Wiliams
Mie Garrett
ML. C. Mteliet
PB. Palmar
Hey
Peles
Lowry
Mist J. Magbin
Arch Gallery
Taylor
Ters Keamit
Walllington
Ty Lawioor
Lawes
Hhupty Dumpty
Fanny Work
Misses Nicholas
B. Filling
Garil
Taylor G. Johnston
S. Williams
Vo Wills
G Footer
Roger J. Whitford
Mound A
Tournell
Prexice
Peters
Johnston
Tauchell
Mea Novier
Magers
Price
Hahhara
Unclear Swinc Innis Kail Labor Talk Seeks End
Fragmentary OCR notes show names like Johnstone and Betlawed amid vague talk of a strike, swing arrangements, and possible release of stocks. Content is garbled but centers on ongoing labor disruption and related plans.
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Inniskail
Johnstone
Dance in Institute Hall Brightens Wintry Show
The Playground presents a diverse program despite freezing weather. A lively troupe from Chalively’s and others performed with around a dozen musicians providing tuneful support. The audience enjoyed the varied acts and the charitable purpose behind the show.
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Nunes
Chalively
Knut Peage
S. Benenttte
Zwar
Ad Hughes Gray
AL Wilton Dara Hotunis
Tamremonis
Minhuis
A. J. Sonnpkt III
Ty Swell
Bribery Report Sparks Audit Motion In Moelalin
In Moelalin a council committee debated appointing Mr Sam Montries as auditor for the coming year amid a bribery report. Rev Mr French urged recording the work of Mr Scanlan, noting long service and actions speaking louder than words as officials weighed gratitude for Mrs Shepley and others.
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Mg. Jb
Jenkins
V. Montries
French
Scanlan
Barzried
Shepley
Colleatul
G. Jones
D. Bowes
Zealand
Mr. Jones
Mr. Fletcher
Seanlag
Roaring Waters Flood Swiss Valleys and Towns
A great storm across Switzerland caused floods through the Swiss valleys and towns near Lake Geneva. Territet and Montreux faced mud and debris as rivers swelled and railway lines were disrupted. A train was buried in mud and passengers escaped by boat while a hotel kitchen area flooded. One woman with a baby was trapped in mud and rescued.
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United Service
Geneva
Switzerland
Richellin
Morleeux
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Arthur Richardson
New State Bank
MAY Bros. Works
Felipe Donde
Uegiverlars
Prenton
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Jolauuestrorg
Crystal Brook
Bowling Club Fete
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Bo Parry
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Luneford
SM. Munilay
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Prayen Lhd
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Melly
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Hadtopdower
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Forwin
Wissen
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Prests Limited
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Melioline
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District Trained Nursing Society
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Mie Society
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Tarkre
Migsalta
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Algo
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Mr Scanlan
Old Pirie Firm
Smiths
Novel Fair
Central Methodist Mission
Me Eiknties
Ingans
Vrerk
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Piro
Lewin Yesteruay
Ryuryindy Russ
I. A. Lewis
J. JG. Lewis and Sonan
Port Pi
Great Weltain
UTH Johnstone Mill
Adelaide Thursdas
Sartogg
Tovernmient Department
Yale
Institute
Patiew Gomminstoler Cuevial Labatt
Lenny Far ‘Urther
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