08 Aug 1928
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 08, 1928
Page
1
The article reports Bene Borg of Sweden winning the 1600 metres swim at Sho Olympiad in Paris, avenging a prior defeat by Charlton and finishing ahead of Australian champion Aralian. Borg led from start to finish as Charlton struggled with a recent cold and could not perform at full strength.
In the first heat of the 100 metres backstroke T. Boast of Australia finished first in 77 seconds, with Slit of Belgium second. Moorhouse of New Zealand placed third and failed to qualify. Boast led from the start and maintained pace to claim the heat as others chased, with Gizmpln and Abia among competitors in later heats.
An English newspaper notes German sailors and British Olympic figures in a display provoking mixed reactions. Letters from D O A Lowe and others express regret at illness preventing top form. Report contrasts sport in England as a game with German aims toward attainment, recounting a aerodrome visit and a gesture that sparked debate about national spirit.
Captain Courtney and four others, rescued after a seaplane crash, arrived in New York aboard a plane still holding radio and survival gear. Courtney praised radio equipment and flying level as key to survival, recounting a 30 second water impact and a fire that scorched engine supports.
Amsterdam notes a meeting of managers during Olympia events steering toward an Empire Games every four years starting 1930. Proposals favor creating a distinct Empire team to compete, possibly withdrawing from Olympiads if the Empire group could represent all dominions.
Jurors acquitted Horace Absalom after testimony claimed he was fatigued and coerced into confessing. The defendant denied involvement in the shopbreak and robbery, and insisted police pressured him during questioning. The trial centered on timing and location of the crime and the credibility of the alleged confession.
A motor car in the funeral cortege of the late Me. D. Murray at Pom Ugi's Point, Sydney, ran off the punt and fell into the river. Four occupants, including Mr. Stuart Toherisom, Muti, escaped unhurt.
At a Port Piste Town Council meeting Gr Coffey dismissed circulating rumors that six men would be dismissed from the corporation. He asked the Town Clerk if any deputation influenced the move and emphasized the denial to prevent stigma against the council’s members. The deputy’s action and matter of dismissal were not connected to the deputation or the surveyor’s position.
A Port Pirie to Broken Hill freight train struck across a disused line near Mannanul side of Yunta when the engine hit a barrier across the track. The collision derailed and the locomotive ran about 70 pounds before the train halted. A detective from Adelaide and a worker begin investigations into the incident.
In Sydney on Tuesday, proceedings against Arthur James Arnot and associates over a 10600 pounds alleged civic graft were dropped as the court indicated it would await a city of proceeding. The case against ex-Alderman Green stalled due to missing key witnesses S. Y. Maling Mrs Pittock and Miss Gordon, with police possibly traveling to another state to locate them. The matter was adjourned for six fortnights.
Town Clerk reported a temporary relief from the waste restriction imposed on districts served by Beetas Ino reservoir. The Baroula reservoir levels were discussed and officials argued water should be allowed to be wasted through evaporation and leakage while the situation is reviewed once Baroute’s quantity diminishes.
A rail collision near Mounds caused nine deaths and left forty two injured as severe storms disrupting service. Officials from United Service Chicago report extensive wreckage and ongoing investigations into the cause of the crash.
United Service reports 41000 veterans and dependents journeyed to pilgrimage sites, stirring deep feeling. Pilgrims find towns like Satdigrs and Ynes partly restored after war ruins, noting effort and emotion in reconstruction.
The Park Methodist Ladies Guild held a Rose Fair at Institut Hall LLEUS Gal Leonard opened the sale inviting public purchase at decorated stalls. A queen competition crowned Milan Valmai Hetliday with other finalists Mary Beker Ivy Bauer Belly Grey Jean Ailem Hsien Goods and Phyllis Parker. Receipts totaled about 90 pounds.
Pinel accepts for the Australian Steeplechase at Caulfield on Saturday include Glan Hoherl Nyangay Bpersas Romeo Secret Stone Nelanjle Hujs Sir Nagy Persotus Sutin King Laie.
Adelaide report covers a case where farmer Smith claimed £650 from Mrs. A for work and lading. Writings and letters in dispute center on allegations that a man could read yet deny writing, with witness accounts and payments including £14 cash and £20 adjustments. The trial, before Mr G. Sparrow, questioned handwriting, with cross examination about letters and reading ability.
Adelaide debate reveals Attorney General I Homberg says negotiations with Chief Secretary H Tasche and racing club reps aim to present a bill to curb illegal betting at racecourses during today’s Assembly session.
Sydney reporters note Tuesday Gothic was scratched for the Ip som Magdicap at 4.3 p.m. today. A large commission later favored the Caulfield Cup, making the horse effectively non ablaté amid betting movements and uncertain outcomes.
Well-guarded Thorcy of Mollison, a noted thoroughbred, left for Sydney today aboard the Sydney express. He is accompanied by two ex-policemen who will supervise him on the train and during his stay at Randwick.
Tuesday report from Melbourne states Opposition leader Sir William McPherson gave notice of a censure motion against the Government. Premier Mr BE J Wogan smiled and said it would be the first business tomorrow afternoon. Government expects to defeat the motion by a small majority.
Commercial market notes from Adelaide describe prices for dairy and poultry items. Quotations include creamery butter, eggs, and duck, with scattered figures such as 104d for Rees-hen and 430 per dozen for ducks, reflecting a period price list and printed ad details.
Robert Hodges a hop restaurant manager testified in Carlton Court that Bennett Johns threatened to blow up Hodges and his cafe with a ramnite after Johns said he blew up Snowy Jenkins’s place. Johns admitted smashing two windows with a brick and was fined £3.
The Pawn Clerk reported that the new Borserie ambulance exhibited shimmying on roads. Gr Munro attributed the issue to the machine’s front axle and mechanics, while Ge Botteall cited axle gear wear. Town officials discussed possible remedies as Ald. Goode noted cautious driving as a factor. A patient recently experienced a rough ride due to the shimmy.
At about 1:30 this afternoon in Paskeville a Port Clinton resident, Mr. T Callaghan, was accidentally crushed between two freight cars during shunting in the yards. He died at 2 o'clock despite Dr. C T Piper's urgent arrival.
Melbourne reports a salvaging attempt after a shipwreck near Sydney harbor left eighteen amber bottles aboard the vessel. Divers worked as crowds gathered while a young woman and several men faced legal trouble from an unrelated incident.
Melbournes former journalist Mir P O Brenan, once a noted criminal rider, was named King’s Counsel after a landmark trial. The announcement highlights his rise from local reportage to high legal distinction.
Perth jury hears charge against Glifford Hulme for allegedly murdering employer Harald atom Smith at Wubin on June 82. Prosecutor notes Smith would not dispute the shooting, circumstances explored as Nive Smith and her three children face trauma. court cleared for testimony as Mrs Smith weakens.
Five men toil in a long hillside shaft dug into a North Yorkshire moor at Tan Mill. The coal, mined there, sold for ten pounds a ton, but customers must fetch it from the mine.
United Service Milan reports a submarine F14 collision at sea with unclear casualty details. weather is adverse, four divers have arrived with pumping gear, Brindisi warship and Admiral nearby directing rescue efforts.
A fragment mentions Mourray Don related to the sunken area known as sufvgimrinn 41 and a note about communication with the divoty in unclear context.
A fragmented report discusses that a Test cricket match between Somerset and an unspecified opponent ended in a draw after six days. It mentions innings points and a proposed system awarding full points for an innings win, with emphasis on standings and restricted play.
Geneva reports a surge in bare leg attire among workers, with four women spotted at a lake on the future Palace of Nations site wearing skin tight green shorts. Police were unable to intervene in League territory, prompting officials to ban bare legs inside League buildings despite earlier allowances amid hot weather.
The German Consul General Dr Busing said the warship Berlin now in Antarctic waters will visit Fremantle only, but an Australian cruise of a vessel is contemplated.
Walter B Dingle former head of the Federal Works and Railways Department died aged 67. A Newcastle New South Wales native, he began his career in the New South Wales public service and became the first Marshall of the High Court of Australia.
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