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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1934
Page
1
Adelaide reports wheat prices climbing to 3s 6d per bushel the highest since November 1931. Melbourne notes steady local prices at 3s 10d and predicts further rises as experts cite international factors and speculation affecting farmers and exporters.
In Pirie Market the price of wheat shows a wet market rise in Nie Pits market for day with Adelaide cases cited. Howat neerchauits offering 274 in early values.
Reported from Chelmsford by Recorder Special Cables on Marchese Marconi experiments with experts at a Hilliste laboratory. The aim is to enable transmission of moving pictures over radio links from a silo location to a distant recipient, showcasing early multimedia telecommunication experimentation.
A Mayoress led a fundraising drive for a Men's Clothing Fund with gifts and support from party attendees. An evening social at Pawn Hall aimed to boost donations, with Mrs Thrradgal urging present members and Submertothitis acknowledging contributions from Hy Kinese Estate and others.
Mr LW Gickbard of Australian Tuber Mills Proprietary Limited arrived in Pirie yesterday and is staying at Noval Exchange Hotel. Mr K Herd, also at the exchange hotel, will depart Pirie today. Mr TL Jewish, arriving from Adelaide on Tuesday night, stayed at the Royal Exchange Hotel yesterday.
Master bakers of Pirie met last night and decided to align with city bakers. In view of the increased price of flour they will charge a flat rate of one halfpenny more per loaf from today.
In Sydney on Wednesday Mr Be Field denounced the Federal Government for flawed temporary relief measures for wheat. He urged parliament to declare support for a clear home consumption price and a guaranteed fair return, challenging MPs to endorse a policy benefiting wheat growers and consumers.
An inquest opened at Warren into the July deaths of Jean Hannah Carman 22 librarian and Henry Maxwell Foreman 23 wool classer whose bodies were found in the bush. Jealousy suspected. evidence describes a fierce struggle and multiple bullet wounds. The coroner ruled Foreman died by his own hand after fatally murdering Carman.
Silver reached 47 3 8 cents per ounce in New York, the highest price realized since 1929, with Recorder Special Cables reporting the market. The update notes the sharp rise amid trading on Wednesday.
A man alleged to be wanted in Yongala South Australia for breaking and entering was arrested in the city today. He fled a main street approach, vaulted a six foot fence, but was pursued and captured by police.
Prime Minister arrived from Canberra and departed for Tasmania to address electors in Deloraine on Thursday, reports Melbourne dispatch. The journey underscores campaign stops as Lyons heads south to rally support and speak to voters ahead of upcoming events.
In Birmingham on Wednesday Australia limped to 62 for three at lunch after the first hour yielded just 31 runs. Woodfull and Redman faced tight Warwickshire bowling, with Grimmett and Darling among the batsmen failing to convert starts as four wickets fell by adjournment.
At Pirie sub-branch of the Federated Engine drivers and Firemen's Association a Tuesday night meeting turned tense over chair rules and member behavior. Chairman Jamieson demanded withdrawal of an insult from Mr Reid, who refused, prompting a threat to summon a policeman to remove him as members watched. Reid departed as the business continued, Jamieson declining to comment on possible disciplinary action.
Telegraphed Melbourne report shows Warwickshire trailing as Brown and Darling add early runs while Grimmett, Paine, and Croom secure wickets. Notable outs include Chipperfield, Barnett, Bromiley, and Oldfield. Williams and Mayer contribute with late bowling as stumps fall with Ebeling and Grimmett figures cited.
Yesterday's maximum reached 7.50 dollars, while the 24 hour minimum ended at 8:30 am at 53.2.
Premier Steven announced in the Legislative Assembly that Justice Halse Rogerson would head a Royal Commission to probe activities of several companies based in New South Wales and other states. The inquiry follows a New Zealand report suggesting possible fraud and misleading capital practices. A bill was introduced to empower the inquiry and penalize obstruction of records.
In Cairo a basement blaze killed twelve people including three men two women and seven children after a lamp toppled into benzine. Victims cried for help but rescuers could not reach the door as flames blocked access.
Auckland reports a farmer named Davy and his wife, both 48, were burned to death at Ngaroto early today as their homestead burned. Their two daughters escaped the blaze.
London police charged Antoud Mane under section of Natyre act regarding a trunk discovery in Brighton. Mane was remanded on suspicion as investigators link the trunk with a missing person case from last month in Heleliton.
Noel Ryan of Australia emerged as the standout swimmer at the Empire Games in London. He won the quarter mile easily, setting a new British record of 1 min 3 sec. Canada took the medley relay, with Australia finishing fourth. Metcalfe placed third in the long jump after a limited effort.
Mr Reid urged a stand pat at a meeting, claiming the union minutes were mostly correct and that the chair violated the agenda rule by delaying one member’s election. He refused to leave, arguing only a majority could force withdrawal, and vowed to attend the next meeting unless others proved his rule interpretation wrong.
Major Chashes Wawyndson faced 100000 pound insurance arrears and the deadline to pay. On notice failing, he killed himself in a taxi after his plea for more time. Family and authorities awaiting inquiry into the actions surrounding the case.
Perry for Hollywood will play his own role with Mille. Suzanne Lenelen, former wartime pianist, joins with Perry in a project titled Al Your Sergion. Perry will receive no salary to preserve his amateur status.
Sydney reports that based on urgent representations, the New Zealand Government action prompts likely measures by New South Wales, Victorian, and South Australian governments to address certain investment trusts and similar companies.
Former boxing champion Jack Dempsey announced plans to tour Australia in December with his wife and child accompanying him. He indicated TV publicity would be part of the tour and said arrangements were nearly complete. He also mentioned potential refereeing engagements in several large cities.
Results from Pirie Institute Billiards Club events last night include the Club Championship with M B Condon and G Clarke contending. Tournament No 2 features J Jones and F Menke among the top players, with scores listed for several matches.
Ganthi leader of the Catouch ales, Valevt ta, was hospitalized after a suspected decline in health. Doctors noted a weak heart and general frailty, while officials resisted calls to end his abstention from public actions.
Trade handled by the Railways Department at Pirle for the week ending August 7 shows inward totals of 8012 tons including minerals 6937 wheat 919 miscellaneous 139 chaff 17 and outward totals of 2003 tons including coal 819 mining luuter 350 petrol 325 veld 266 crude oil 208 and miscellaneous 33. Passenger movement totals 317 to Pirle and Solomontown 84 to Pirle and 169 from Pirle to Solomontown 169.
A large turnout greeted the Pirie Pioneers Association women’s branch for their monthly social. Birthday wishes were extended to Mayoress W Hi Threadgodt and others. Afternoon tea was served by committee volunteers. Musical items included performances by Miss T Warmer, K Lee, and P and M Coutts. New members A Pavlich D M Clarke and R Lawson were welcomed.
Kadina in public eye as mayor Piowell welcomes Sir Winston Dugan and Lady Dugan to Adelaide by telegram. Governor’s private secretary Legh Winser records acknowledgment and a possible Kadina visit by the dignitaries.
Farmers in the Pirie district welcomed rain that fell Tuesday night and yesterday, with readings ranging from about 10 to 40 points in spots. Reports from Heenan Bros at Lower Broughton and others describe 4 to 40 points, patchy but beneficial rain across War-nertown, Telowie, Pirie area, and Laura where about 20 points were noted.
Sydney report states Leslie Alma Minnett a former New South Wales cricketer was killed instantly in a motor car crash this morning in a collision on the road near Sydney. The incident left Minnett dead at the scene with no further injuries reported.
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