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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 09, 1938
Page
1
In Sydney, a wife declined to testify against husband George Brady 47 as he faced charges for alleged attacks. The case noted dock defence, medical advisories, and Brady’s claim of self defense after admitting past threats, with remand for medical examination and further inquiry.
Sydney report says the Miners Federation convention rejected the State Government proposal to appoint a tribunal to investigate mine safety. It held safety cannot be separated from broader claims and urged a Federal Government stance be disclosed, stressing the federation's federal status.
Monday E Trades Hall Disputes Committee and eight unions instruct all organisations to withdraw the 100 men still working at the Commonwealth Air base following the dispute. The action signals a broad stoppage affecting Commonwealth Air operations and related services during industrial tensions in Melbourne.
A man named Pegier, 22, of North Cargton was found dead in a bath after a gas heater was left on. Authorities suspect carbon monoxide poisoning. The Corpora tion plant engineers and other workers are on strike with calls to extend to Lithgow Works and Garden Island dockyard. A Victorian munitions factory may also come under government control.
In Adelaide Monday the State Budget is likely to be submitted to the Assembly by Premier R L Butler in September. Uncertainty clouded the timing with a show and weeklong adjournment in the middle of the month possible. Butler, confined at home with bronchitis, was reported improving but resumption date unclear. Attorney General Setirics has led the government in the Premier’s absence. The Assembly will focus on second reading debates and committee discussions on various Bills. The Minister of Local Government will seek leave to introduce a Bill transferring Alberton Cemetery to Port Adelaide Corporation, a historic burial ground previously controlled by Church of England trustees.
Fragmented report notes fog delays at a track meet between Muntralie and Week, with several listed participants and partial scores. The text mentions names such as Modine Garber Geiger Barnes Waite and Sumirneeck, but details are unclear.
The report from Acting Minister Mr Thompson states new arrivals face employment hurdles and a 10,000 yearly intake. An investigation into the sugar cane industry links migrants to limited permits, prompting calls to ensure job placement and restrict new entrants.
Charles Frederick Hancock, contractor of Castle Street Parkside, was found dead in his touring car on Goode Road Pirie West yesterday afternoon. He apparently died of heart failure while driving back from a business call. A nurse and constable attended, a doctor arrived, and the body was taken to the mortuary. funeral planned in Adelaide. Hancock, about 50, had supervised exchanges and motel work in the district and was well known in local civic circles. Municipal remarks followed at a council meeting.
Garnet Maywell Krieg, 25, of finish street pasturt, was killed instantly when his motorcycle struck the side of a rail car at Tapley’s Hill level crossing, as an up train from Marina passed. The incident was witnessed by car passengers and road workers. Krieg was taken to Adelaide Railway Station. body later moved by railways ambulance.
North American wheat markets held steady while Britain showed an easier tone on March 4. Adelaide buyers faced a tie for farmers as port outports were quiet. Liverpool trading paused amid scattered liquidation in sympathy with soft foreign markets. Canadian shippers aimed to compete more, while Chicago and Winnipeg showed mixed buying as Russo Japanese developments influenced sentiment.
Reported clashes on the Sino Soviet frontier near Changkufeng Hill last night left both sides with heavy casualties as Soviet troops reportedly pushed within 200 yards before being repulsed. Tangled diplomacy followed with proposals for a ceasefire and warnings against further incursions.
London reports Genor Gabriel de Callejon British consul at Alicante died after a rebel air raid wounded him as he interviewed a ship captain. A 500 lb bomb struck the consulate, hitting a children’s home and injuring 14, with two deaths. Other tales include a nurse and MP’s son casualty updates and a damaged Italian aircraft raid near Palamos.
Sir Earle Page Australian Minister of Commerce met with the Montreal Board of Trade after breakfast and planned talks with Prime Minister Mackenzie King in Ottawa. He noted Canada sold to Australia at two and a half times the rate of Australian purchases and would address the Canadian Club in Toronto before proceeding to Washington.
Yesterday’s high reached 58.7 degrees with a low of 42 degrees. The 24 hour period ended at 8:30 am.
A long roster of officials and business figures passed through Pirie including Mr. J W P Oates of Geo Wills Co returning from Adelaide, Mr. Stratham Director of Education Madras en route to Melbourne, Mr. Cornell Deputy President Western Australia Legislative Council, and Mr. Charlton Australian Broadcasting Commission manager Western Australia. Also noted were Mr. McNally Superintendent Licensed Premises, Mr. BeyetA Neuchatel Asphalte general manager, Mr. Nicholson managing director, and Mr. W V McCall NSW MP. Mr Baxter Sunraysia Daily visited Moonta and toured Laura and the Gorge, while editor meetings referenced Fla daca Range and Gelda area.
A traffic court outcome details a truck driver Barnett fined after a night crash with a tram at Magill. Rainy roads and foggy visibility led to a collision, leaving dead and injured calves and sheep on the roadway. The driver, Barnett, tested with alcohol on breath, denied owning the truck and faced strong court disapproval for dangerous operation while intoxicated.
Bollywood star Mrs. Jack Oskie seeks a divorce on grounds of temper and estrangement. A property settlement has been arranged. Oskie, a stout comedian thirty something, rose to fame in Hollywood from silent films to comedy after marrying Venita Varden on a halted train in the Arizona desert three years ago.
A fragment reports Chinese attack on the Yangtze plan, alleging destruction by Gamnese James through a dramatic bathing action at Yangtze. Officials have not confirmed the claim and details remain unclear.
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