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Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 16, 1938

Page

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Pirie football team visit discussed by Pirie Association

Arrangements for Pirie Combined to visit Adelaide on Saturday were discussed at a Pirie Football Association meeting. Several players were ruled out, Barr named captain with Neilsen as Heatenist, and an appeal urged training at Memorial Oval. The meeting also covered funds, junior-raiser plans, umpire fees, and potential curtain-raiser matches.

Pirie National Association Adelaide Pirie Football Association J. W. Brady H. Smale T. Fitzgerald BE. Marriott Barr G. Neilsen Hart Memorial Oval

Quist Wins Davis Cup Tie as Bromwich Forfeits

Adrian Quist defeated Yamagishi in four sets at Mount Royal courts to give Australia a three to two lead in the Davis Cup America zone final against Japan. John Bromwich retired at 12 1 in the final set after suffering a bruised inner thigh, while Quist and Bromwich had already won the doubles in straight sets. Hopman praised Australia’s depth and noted Bromwich’s injury risk influenced decisions going forward.

Recorder Montrfal Adrian Quist Yamagishi Mount Royal Courts Australia Japan John Bromwich Quist Austeatiay Nakano Bromwich Yamawihi Tom Day Harry Hopman Mny Oni Bromwich Hopman Yamagi

Passengers Listed on Adelaide Whyalla Airmail

Airmail service lists passengers by route Adelaide to Whyalla with L C Moody of MacRobertson-Miller Airways arranging, including Mrs E P Liddle and Mr H Malycha to Whyalla and Mrs J C Mebberson with Mr T Manuel to Whyalla.

Adelaide-Whyalla L. C. Moody MacRobertson-Miller Adelaide Whyalla E P. Liddle H. Malycha Pire J. C. Mebberson T. Manuel

Notable Passengers On Transcontinental Trip To Kalgoorlie

Prof C F Blakey of Perth University traveled on the transcontinental train from Pirie to Xalgoortie after visiting the eastern States. Dr BG and Mrs Johnston with their infant returned to Pirie from Adelaide. A E Green and Mrs Green bound for Kalgoorlie also passed through Pirie. Dr S E Holder of Kadina planned holidays in Perth. H S McPherson of Solomontown improving in Pirie Hospital after a relapse. A Barr and G Nielsen of the Fire Combined team set to play National Association in Adelaide. Sen J B Hayes and Mrs Hayes rode east on the trans-Australian train, enjoying a Tasmanian holiday and interest in Kalgoorlie plant. W Taylor Grew Zealand Trade Commissioner and J A Malcolm, gov’t rep for Dominion, on the Kalgoorlie–Perth leg returning east. Miss Miriam Stronghill, daughter of Mr and Mrs H H Stronghill, Pirie West, discharged from hospital.

Pirie Xalgoortie C. F. Blakey Perth University McPherson Solomontown Pirie Hospital Pirie Football Association A. Barr G. Neilsen Fire National Association Adelaide Oval J. B. Hayes Senate Hayes Tasmania Weeneza Ata Sea Kalgoorlie G. F. Jenkins BLP Adela Meare W. Taylor Grew Zealand Australia J. A Malcolm Victoria South Australia Western Australia Perth

Kent Collapse in Australia Test Slow Start

Australias first innings sees notable wickets fall as Watt and Todd strike early. Fineteton and Bradman contribute modest scores while Woolley stars with 94. The collapse begins after steady partnerships, leaving Australia 202 for 3, then 443 all out as Todd claims key wickets and pace from White and Walker piles on pressure.

Australia Fineteton Te Watt Town Khywee Watl Bradman O ‘Todd B. Wath Disteoek E Davies B. Todd Barnes Todd I Woolley Watte Chalk Winnelt Rudd Walker Paxe Walt White R. Todd B. Wrighy Ward Videntine

First wool sale opens with 30 000 bales in Adelaide market

Reports from Adelaide indicate a planned first wool sale of 30 000 bales with June prices expected. Despite war and shipping pressures, overseas demand remains healthy with forecasts of firm but slightly higher rates for certain lines. The Sydney opening sale is slated for August 29 with strong competition from New South Wales and Queensland offerings.

Adelade Muntay Adelaide Gieukerss Hie Mtslaibe Woulhekers Ansonia Niu Sint Wales Anon Broken Hill New South Wales Aw Amore Nto Wales

Queen Mary Sets Five Atlantic Crossing Records

London reports the Queen Mary completed a west east Atlantic crossing in 3 days 19 hours 7 minutes at an average speed of 31.69 knots. It set five records including fastest crossing each way and best day’s run of 790 miles on the east-west voyage to New York, with a time of 3 days 21 hours 48 minutes and an average speed of 30.99 knots.

London TRE Stane Queen Mary New Yor

Robbery at Melbourne Tyre Service Premises

Police report a morning burglary at a Melbourne tyre service where about £70 was stolen. Detectives tracked a suspect. most of the money was recovered and a man was arrested after a chase near the shop.

Melbourne Wits of Taturepaire Tyre Serview Henstigo Oprard Joves

Budget And Betting Outlook For State Parliament

Premier R L Butler outlined the financial impact of the Budget Betting Commission and Transport Commission reports. He said Parliament must decide on recommendations before budgeting adjustments, with the Budget drafted after adjournment for Slow Week in September. The transport findings may affect railway revenues and overall finance.

Adelaide Betting Commission Transport Commission R. L. Butler Ty Raving Butler Rettine Commission Siow Betting and Transport Commissions Alo

Thermometer readings show 63.8° max and 47° min

Yesterday's record high reached 63.8 degrees while the 24 hour minimum ended at 8 30 am with a low of 47 degrees. Local observers note cooler morning conditions and a gradual warming trend through the day.

Ministries Elective Choice by Preferential Vote Items

Fragmentary notice outlines elective process for ministries and joint sittings. Mentions feeding appeth, a bill, hosiery and glove department positions, a table of ladies hose in various materials priced 2/11 to 4/11, with oddments in ladies gloves.

Stott

Prospects Brighten for Settlement of Commonwealth Aircraft Strike

Melbourne reports a settlement path opening in the Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation strike at Port Melbourne after Prime Minister Lyons held talks with workers and employers and consulted Judge Beeby. The court may waive reregistration rules to enable prompt conciliation and avoid formal union registration steps.

Melbourne Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation Port Melbourne J. A. Lyons Canberra Lyons Sydney Judge Beeby Tation Court Amalgamated Engineering Union Mr. Lyons Arbitration Court

Gold Price Hits Three Year High on London Open

Gold rose on the London open amid investor anxiety over currency devaluation to 72 pounds per ounce, with counsel that the metal remains a hedge against monetary instability. The attack this weekend boosted demand from investors seeking safety as markets speculated on the pound and broader economic policy.

Birthplace of Sir John Monash Demolished in West Melbourne

A small bluestone cottage in West Melbourne where Sir John Monash, born in 1865 to Polish parents, spent his first eight years, is being demolished to clear space for bulk stores of steelworks wreckers today.

Melbourne John Monash John Monnash

Air crash injures none as bomber sustains damage

A Mondas aircraft at Tove Aveo Anson suffered serious damage but all occupants escaped unharmed. Flight-Lieut Balmer and crew avoided injuries, though one wing was damaged and the machine required repairs.

Melhouine Mondas Air Tove

Bank teller for trial over national bank theft

David Leith Bell, 28, of Hawthorn, was committed for trial by Cal lingwood Court on a charge of stealing £1710 from National Bank where he worked as a teller. Police say Bell admitted living beyond his means and that a £100 cash shortfall prompted an attempt to recoup losses.

Melbourne David Leith Bell Hawthorn Callingwood Court National Bank Bell

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