Morning Thought From Studying Minds and Fuels
A fragmentary morning thought quotes a school maxim about routine fuels and daily discipline. The unreadable OCR leaves only hints of guidance on study and effort.
13 Aug 1951
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 13, 1951
Page
1
A fragmentary morning thought quotes a school maxim about routine fuels and daily discipline. The unreadable OCR leaves only hints of guidance on study and effort.
In the latest figures for the Usly II competition funds raised for Agalholme Old Polk’s Home show Mr. Prank Watts ahead by one vote over Mr. Dee Tart. The tally stands 4350 to 4208 with Watts leading. A public year ball is planned at the town hall on Wednesday.
Pirie Layman new president leads the annual Baptist Assembly of the Northern District at Georgetown. The event runs Wednesday through Thursday with delegates from thirteen churches. Lundberg teaches, Rev Neville Horn to preside, and a combined choir from Central and South Baptist churches performs under Miles Sundery.
Pirie Soccer Unblemi maintains a strong WSL record with a seventh win in as many patches. Leonard Vark scored early for Pirie, with Virteuriuk Verseaaun netting the second. Woomera wore their colors but trailed 2 0 at half. Caputo and Wethune starred for Pirie, Parker for Woomera. Both teams showed strong form as the match ended 2 1.
United Nations communique reports both Communist and Allied delegates at Kaesong inching toward common ground to restart talks. Progress noted on a mutually acceptable framework as allied observers acknowledge new discussion topics beyond prior friction.
A scrambled OCR item mentions Pirla and winter tennis premiers with scattered names such as Walter and Mark. The readable fragments indicate a sports result or event heading, but details are highly unclear and incomplete. The piece appears to be a brief local sports blurb with uncertain specifics.
A weather and time note lists sunrise at 659 and sunset at 5427 for tomorrow, with a daylight span about 16.58 hours. Local temperatures are given for several cities including Adelaide, Melbourne, Brisbane, Hobart, and Perth with values ranging from the mid forties to the seventies. Rainfall figures and wind conditions are noted, plus an outlook of cold temperatures and changing winds from the north to the northwest. The moon phase references full moon, last quarter, and new moon dates in late August to early September.
Personal notice states Mr. Srern Afford of Waddeara il) will be discharged from the ur Boal stard of ire honotin t0 any. The fragmentary item appears to report a formal discharge action involving an individual and local board proceedings.
A fragmented report from Newark outlines Australian players achieving a historic tennis milestone. The article mentions several names and matches, highlighting the significance of the event and noting broader implications for American and international tennis relations.
Pirie Basketballers advance to the semi final at Whyalla after defeating Bart and advancing in a regional competition. The team, led by coach and players named in local reports, eyes the next match with momentum and support.
Local meet results list teams and athletes with scores and placements, noting participants such as Koil 2 AWA and Hamble 1 Wesel among others. The report mentions schools like Pirwan High and Grenfell and names several competitors including Bond and Stockman with partial initials.
An OCR plagued fragment lists the Pirie Association activities and matches. It mentions MOCHA Clip, competitions and practices, a committee, and various names and places with unclear roles.
Proprietary outclassed Redhill 22 to 17 at Memorial Oval in a somber main football clash. Redhill failed to score in first and last quarters as Proprietary surged with goals by Kotaray and Savage amid a wet pitch, lifting gate receipts to £42 5/6 from 400 spectators.
High School teams showcased in a bright display with aerial stats and notable performances. The piece highlights players such as G. Stephens and P. Paterson, referencing Theologow, StH, and Line Siders in a compact summary of a local game scene.
A chaotic golf report lists finalists J Treleaven, W Ty, Glee, M Peni and others in semi final results. Numerous match pairings, stroke counts, and foursome lineups follow, with names such as Davies North-Western and Bernhardt appearing among several detailed scores and outcomes.
The event saw Vin's Team prevail in a women's match at ON LE, with key performances by Mr. HE Coombe and Mr. W. TL. Gilles. The competition featured white uniforms and notable play, as spectators noted a strong showing from both sides. Mesdames P. ff J. Pieter and CR provided leadership during the afternoon session.
The South Australian league table shows Glenelg at third with 20 points, Ade… headlining a tight race. Torrens leads on 18, Norwood and Merwood follow, while Sturt and South trailed as the season advances.
The article notes expected coal price increases starting tomorrow amid rising production costs across industries. It highlights logistics and safety concerns, including water containers, worn knapsacks, and loading procedures. The piece covers council arrears, rate collection, and local budget adjustments for Pirie, Crystal Brook, and neighboring wards, with community council discussions on land sales and hospital funding.
News reports Hig James Paterson and crew reached the stricken vessel Stanfirth after a 30-hour dash through heavy seas and strong winds. Attempts to transfer a car from the tug proved impossible due to heavy swell.
The Sunday Express reports a new defence policy moving most of Britain’s army to bases in Germany Belgium and Holland with supply centres repair shops and camps in Europe. Work has begun on a large base at Antwerp costing about £10 million with other camps planned in Holland and possibly France to reduce risk from bombing or atomic attacks on British ports and aid expeditionary force embarkation.
The death of Matthew Edward Walsh at 49 follows a long illness. A Recorder Medalist of 1929, Walsh starred with St. Mark's in Pirie Association and played in Northern Area A Association. He left a widow, two daughters Cora and Mary, and a son Matthew. Funeral was held at St. Anthony's Church, Pirie Cemetery, with a large graveside gathering.
Two pasterball squads from St John’s and Convent plus a St John’s St Mark’s combined football team depart for Whyalla tomorrow with billets arranged for scholars. Basketball players include Mt Veitch and Mt Kenny lineups led by captains. football rosters list Halvorsen as captain and a long list of players including Oates, Markham, Branford, Hacker, and Adriaent among others.
In a muddy senior round match at Leonard Fark and Old Scholars ground, Old Scholars triumphed over High School Blue despite Blue fielding one player short. Best Blue players included J Minnis and Moree, while Old Scholars saw standout efforts from J Fraser, J Merling, and J Wilson as they secured a strong defensive showing in the first half and decisive finish after the change.
Tender closing on Monday September 10 1962 at 5 pm for lease of institute rooms Port Pirie Institute Ellen Street Port Pirie Tenders must be endorsed Lease of Institute Rooms and sent to the Secretary Port Pirie Institute. Highest tender not necessarily accepted.
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