10 Aug 1945
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 10, 1945
Page
1
Russia formally declared war on Japan and sent troops into Manchukuo, with attacks reported along the border. Tokyo offered the only available news as Soviet operations proceeded, while Japanese cabinet members met in emergency session.
A court entry states judgment for the defendant in a case involving MoMt Fiilespie and others. The decision ends on a Wednesday with a delivery to a party identified as Alvin for a sum due and a related matter concluding after two hours. Named attorneys and parties include Henry and Dunavan Wittir, with a Westhowe/Wade venue and Warren referenced.
A series of World War II era radio briefings claim Red Army offensives across Manchuria near Hunchun and Manchouli with western incursions toward Lapin and Harbin. A separate report notes Allied naval actions and Japanese responses amid broader expectations of surrender discussions.
Only 18 points recorded at Pirie Post Office this week with rain easing. Figures show total rainfall to August 9 was lower than in the same wartime period last year, as wartime weather impacted the area.
The article cites the Prews Association diplomatic correspondent predicting Lain Lin’s fate in the war against Japan. It states the emperor is expected to move in one of two ways, with a conclusion anticipated within weeks.
An English girl, smuggled aboard a Hermes ship carrying Australian prisoners of war home, was handed to the Red Cross at Panama for return to England. Soldiers aboard the Sydney reported the smuggling by an ASP sergeant after the ship departed Liverpool with the girl hidden in an officer’s cabin. Authorities are investigating the incident as the voyage continued.
A distorted OCR text references various wartime terms and names with scattered phrases about government, diplomacy, and a park tender. The legible parts do not form a coherent event or person, making precise attribution and dates impossible from the fragment.
Associated Cooperative Building Societies are invited to submit a detailed scheme for participation in the housing programme. The plan will be prepared next week following a conference between Mr. W. G. Pooley, general secretary of the Building Societies Association, and Mr. Lazzarini, Minister of Housing.
Thomms Row of Hyde Park died at 87 after a double crash near his home. He had been active in Pirie football, chaired the Pirie Football Association, and left four sons Roy Alan Colin and George. His wife died 15 years ago and his brother Dick survives. Services were held at St Pauls Church of England.
Francis Jones of Beetaloo was found guilty of conducting bookmakers business in Laura between May 12 and 26 under the Lottery and Gaming Act. He was fined £70 with costs after the judge and prosecution details, while his co-defendant Thomas Patrick Jones had charges dismissed.
A series of high school boys and girls basketball matches at Rover, Spartan, St Andrew and St Mark's courts feature teams like Spartan, St Andrew, St Mark's, and High School. Umpires include Scholary and Kitl while players such as Me Latyglfur, J. Munn, and P. Vingus add to the list. notes mention trips, forfeits, and a Whyalla practice for girls selected for the trip.
Commonwealth Statistician RO Carver reports sharp declines in Australia's livestock through March of this year due to drought. Sheep numbers fell by 18 million and cattle by about 30 thousand, with pigs and horses also declining while total stock reached a low unseen since 1929. The downturn echoes drought impacts from 1902 and the early 20th century.
1945 Red Cross queen announced after final figures by returning officer Mr B M C Mudge Mayoress Mrs W H Thegudgold will crown Miss Kath Lee and Alma Farley as candidates. Lavish stage settings by Tom Madigan promise an artistic ceremony with dancing to midnight and spectators admitted for a small charge.
The notice lists high and low water times for today and Sunday, with solar events and lighting times. It also shows local temperatures from yesterday, moon phases for August, and coupon validity windows for clothing, tea, sugar, butter, and meat through late August.
Solomontown premiers meet Port at Memorial Oval tomorrow afternoon in a decisive minor round game. A Port win reshapes the Unit tun Proprietary battle for next week’s Meeting Week spot as J C McKinnon referees.
In Newcastle Police Court on Wednesday William Hutchinson was convicted of common assault on Oscar Klingbier and a counter-charge was dismissed. His Honor reserved penalty until August 21. The case arose from a May 19 bar incident at the Newcastle Hotel where Klingbier sustained hospital treatment. The judge found Hutchinson's actions were the primary blows and questioned Klingbier's testimony and witnesses.
Forecast indicates showers over most settled areas with stronger activity in central and southern districts. Winds shift from northwest to west at nine pan, with yesterday’s highs ranging from the mid sixties to low seventies across listed locations.
The Pirie branch of Mathers and Muthles Health Association announced the resignation of Mrs. Williams from the presidency after seven years. Reports praised her work with mothers and noted a pleasant, smooth financial position. Subscriptions and donations boosted funds to £225, while receipts and expenditures for the year balanced to a credit of £461 8/10. Incoming officers and committee members were named for the new year, with Mrs. G. Barbour as secretary and Mrs. B. G. Joby as treasurer.
Industrial organiser of the Society of Australia Buckles is staying at the Barrier Hotel during his visit to Pine.
South Australian Housing Trust will take active steps to ease the Pirie housing shortage. Port Pirie contractors have been asked to prepare tenders for building Trust houses and may be called to submit prices, with aims to start work soon. Local member Mr A W Lucey and Premier Mr Playford discussed contractor responses and Trust plans in the House of Assembly.
Roy Oswald Couzner heard in Adlllaide Criminal Court a laborer from Salomontown pleaded guilty to charges of indecently hurting a 16 year old girl on March 23 April 15 and June. The case was heard with adjournment and attorneys Crow Prosecutor and Chamberlin present.
Readable fragments describe hockey teams from Aftonville and Gordon High School with players listed, dates and grounds. Mentions practice and a tentative lineup or drill on No 2 and No 3 grounds with umpire and players including Wittscheibe Elliott and Thomson.
In Sydney on Thursday, costs totaling more than £8000 were incurred in a divorce case that concluded after two hearings lasting 38 days. Capt. Marcus Miller was granted a decree nisi by Mr Justice Bonney against Mrs Jean Miller after the jury found adultery with Clifford manufacturer of Potts Point. Alexander was ordered to pay costs.
In the ladies section, bargains feature brown and fitting wool frocks priced at 19/11 with coupons, navy wool coats and tailored coats. pink and Dominex coats offered at 39/6 to 49/6 with coupons, plus navy pin striped suits and fitting ensembles. Also listed are various jumpers and gift prices, with multiple coupon inclusions.
In a late 19th or early 20th century classifieds style notice, wool dress flannel and land and shin wool frockings are offered with measurements and coupon details. The ad lists 28 inch wool dress flannel, 5/11 yard pricing, 3 coupons per yard, and a range of shades. It also mentions wool materials suitable for coats, lightweight outerwear, priced per yard with coupon options.
Men's overcoats in light prices 8 twill and herringbone. Boys' overcoats limited to one each in sizes 0 to 9. Grey woollen options and assorted cash and coupés available. Men's sleeveless pullovers in colors and sizes SM to OS offered.
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