09 Aug 1935
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1935
Page
1
South Australian rainfall brought mixed results with up to three quarters of an inch in northern areas. Yankalilla faced torrential downpour causing floodlike conditions alarming residents. Government meteorologist expected the disturbance to pass and a high pressure system to bring firm weather.
Australia’s Bradman stated he would not be available for the South Africa tour while in Adelaide. After returning from England in January he took a prolonged holiday in New South Wales for recovery from fitness issues, remaining unavailable for national duties.
A fragmentary report notes a middle aged man, John Byrn of Kogarah, being stunned after a fall. Police recovered a mole whey focal in a tobacco tin and mention four prior survivors from similar falls. The incident follows a toll from the harbor ridge.
At a conference of British and Australian postal officials, secrecy surrounding Empire Air Mail was debated. Mr Packhill and officials argued maintaining Australian control of its own air mail section, while British observers suggested broader ties and possible cost implications. Visitors stayed at the Royal Exchange Hotel in London for a few days.
A report outlines an Emperor Mines Limited bid to buy all 100000 shares of the Emperor Syndicate valued at £1 each. Key figures include E G Theodore John Wren P P Cody and F Packer. The proposed deal aims to consolidate assets tied to a three year old field discovered by an elderly prospector, with Theodore’s holdings in London and other interests valued at over £200,000.
The report lists several individuals arriving or staying in hotels and attending events. Mr Werun, Mrs Holy Digors, Mrs J Lonergan, and Mr JPL Shady are noted at various inns. Sir Flinders Petrie and J R B Stewart are mentioned in archaeological ties, with plans for exhibitions and local lectures.
Readable notes show yesterday’s maximum was 54 percent, recording for 24 hours ending at 4:30 am. Data reference S22.
Capt Frank Hurley warns that stock depletion across the Mid-North signals a national problem as overstocking and drought strip land from Quorn to beyond. He urges immediate removal of stock and vows to recover prosperity, calling for broader state action to avert ongoing ruin.
A preliminary sitting decided to begin hearings on September 18 to review living wage for sdnit male employees in the metropolitan area. The process aims to determine if changes in the cost of living or other circumstances justify reopening and adjusting the wage. Representatives from unions and employer groups attend as witnesses and discuss unified or separate representations.
Persistent floods across Victoria cause crop losses and stock hardship. Latrobe River and Moe swamp areas suffer extensive inundation with farms washing out, potato crops ruined, and rural families facing long recovery as waters recede slowly. Farmers fear weeks before fields drain and conditions stabilize across Tamniltes and surrounding districts.
A fragmented Sydney page cites Sir Charles Kingsford Smith aviation plans amid a drought and stock losses. It notes an engine failure, damage to a plane, and wind driven destruction near Los Angeles bound routes, with Captain Hurley stressing rapid action to mitigate the land and crop impact.
Kenneth Charlee OConnell charged with stealing 690 pounds of property from Jake Wilson in Roswell. Witnesses say pepper was thrown at a man and he was assaulted. £490 paid to OConnell’s wife for two taxis. OConnell remanded with bail set at £1009.
Reports from Melbourne indicate a conference planned for today and Saturday to qualify the introduction of an income tax bill. The Attorney General discussed proposals, including budget plans for reducing primage on British imports and potential changes affecting agents and trustees. A separate note mentions a Melbourne inquiry into allegations involving impersonation of prominent figures and a potential cross-state extension.
Australian Mises and Metals Association reports mild shifts at the London Metal Exchange with copper and tin showing varied gains and losses. Prices for copper and tin move modestly while silver slips. forward and spot figures are listed amid commodity market chatter. The piece ends noting the Ashridge Unturi group launching an Anti-Gossip League to curb gossip among members.
In Sydney on Thursday the Black Seamen's Union held a meeting that voted to extend a ban on the Union Steam company actions. The outcome signals continued restrictions affecting marine workers and shipping operations locally.
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