06 Aug 1951
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 06, 1951
Page
1
A fragment mentions a camp meal at Lover tea Victoria with items such as fried capsated tomatoes rabble Fest seasoned pork with apple sauce baked potatoes green peas cauliflower gratin peaches and tea. It appears in a letter discussing a national serviceman and a tabulated follow research.
In a close AZ grade match DAMAS defeated High School by two goals. Ramblers led 4 1 at halftime, with key contributions from D Dav ies and J Johnson. High School’s D Hoane and J Johnson top the defense as Solomontown and Saint Bolens also feature in the standings.
A decree by the Pope elevates St Mark's Church Pine to the Cathedral Church of the Diocese of Port Pirie. The bishop will reside in Port Pirie with the see shift from Peterborough, reflecting Pirie's status as the diocese center. The move follows the 1807 establishment and local discussions led by Monsignor Clune, noting Pirie's prominence and rebuilding efforts after a fire.
The report notes recurring discussion about Princess Margaret in London society. It references Smally wealthy 1-year-old son of Captain E Wallace, former Minister of Transport, who died in 1944, as a cited figure in ongoing chatter.
Pirie soccer team extended their winning streak with 2-9 and 5-0 wins over Whyalla on Saturday at Whyalla, while Wanderers defeated Ravens 2-1 at Leonard Park. Best performances came from T and V DeGiola Gagliardi Ure and Whirlmoi, with Hud Auly also scoring in the visit.
An account of the Tour of the Moth by Bob Goddard from Broken Hill who won in a long trial from K Appiety and G Pry. H Hunt broke a shoulder in a gravel section and later hospital care followed. Goddard finished with a time around two hours, amid rough road conditions and 22 starters from multiple towns.
Adams extends streak with a record breaking performance at the weekend event. He edges a field including notable players such as Will Hing and N K Newman, defending titles and leading in final rounds with a strong tee game and precise iron play.
Reports say truce talks stalled over a purported violation at Kaesong as United Nations protests reference communist incursions. A UN commander notes allied planes and ground forces probing west of Yonchon, while artillery pummels positions and supplies continue to flow from Manchuria to the front.
A 35 year old woman, Beryl May Amond of Grove, was found at an allotment near McMahon's Point. Police say she died from strangulation after a struggle with a man later charged with murder. The body lay behind a pile of rails near a shed, and her clothing remained intact. A man who allegedly escorted her to the station is being questioned as a suspect.
A chaotic Saturday match at Leonard Park saw Amville edge out Seton Shari while Crystal Brook struggled with injuries and lineup gaps. Strong scoring bursts from Stuart’s forwards balanced by Brook’s faltering defense highlighted a contested game.
A display of silver gilt dinner equipment from the eleventh antique dealers fair at Grosvenor House London. The regal set, once owned by the second Earl Belmore, includes a palm plateaux dessert stands wine coolers seven silver platters four silver soup dishes and serving pieces.
A large Pirie gathering attended the official opening of the New Australian exhibition of artefacts and crafts at the Pirie Technical College. About 2,000 items showcased from Lithuania, Ukraine, and other communities drew praise for diversity and educational value as officials highlighted cooperation with migration authorities and the Jubilee celebrations.
Fragmented OCR text appears to describe a weather or science note with temperatures and humidities, but contains many garbled terms and names. The readable parts reference temperatures, humidity, and a local field note, with unclear context and multiple typos.
Pirie High School hosted a crowded athletics meet with Byre Funders leading house points at 112 while Stuart trailed 108 amid weather delays. Winners included FE Gooden and J Rowe in senior events, A Ruston and P Stratford in juniors, with Merrett and Holze leading girls in jumping and throwing events as damp tracks affected times and distances.
In a hard fought Pine Football match Proprietary, missing key players, fell 19 points to Solomontown. Early Solomontown led by quick goals, Proprietary rallied in the third, but Solomontown reclaimed momentum with Templeton and Veal driving the attack. Norton stood out for Proprietary, while Solomontown’s D Norton, Hobby, Veal, and Uhernton shone on the day.
Proprietary B Minor defeated Solomontown eight to four as Solomontown faded after half time. Merrett led with three goals, K King and D McVicon also scored while Norris and Summerton starred for Proprietary. Solomontown’s Beitramn and Harner netted, but absence of Micke Gauley weakened their forward line. Best players listed for both sides, match noted as the day’s highlight on page 4.
Productive Town Norseman in Western Australia reports the second highest birth rate in the region. Up to June 30, 58 births were registered, compared with 48 the previous year. Six births were recorded in the mist month period, three fewer than last year, while the wine martinges showed an increase.
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