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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 20, 1926
Page
1
A lengthy Board of Management meeting reveals the hospital nursing controversy has ended with a majority rejecting an independent inquiry into alleged neglect. Sister Crowe resigns stating the stigma of the charge makes continued service untenable, while a minority urges inquiry and accountability.
Statistics of game show 114 Tests between England and Australia with England 42 wins, Australia 47, 25 draws. Home matches in England: England 8 wins, Australia 14, 23 draws. In Australia: England 24 wins, Australia 36, 2 draws. Discussion centers on hospital nurse on duty reports and board resolutions amid a tense meeting with references to resignations and procedural remarks.
A fragmented mock interview with Will Rogers at a London night club discusses cricket confusion and English hospitality after a Test match. The piece riffs on Australian papers, cricket rules, and tips for the American team including fielding, batting stance, and a call to sell subscriptions to support funds.
At Quorn railway station a mishap led to injuries requiring leg amputation. Alwyn Dubberke, a railway worker, was taken to Tartley Private Hospital after being crushed by a truck of wood. Dr. Watson and Dr. Symons attended, and the incident sparked a dispute over nurses on duty and an inquiry. The board members clashed with Mr Clark and Mr Coffey over testimony and independence of inquiry, as Dubberke remains in critical condition.
James Thomas Hayes, laborer of Port Pirie, pleaded guilty at Port Adelaide Police Court to unlawful possession of cornsacks stolen in the Hundred of Wottgras on July 6. Convicted on prior theft charges, he was sentenced to four months imprisonment plus seven days in default, with £1 costs.
Special to The Recorder from New York reports Edward Hichardson returning from a 14 country European tour. He says Austria Serbia and Germany show strong prohibition sentiment and that defying liquor in Canberra would be a step toward a dry Australia.
A £10,000 donation to the University of Adelaide from Sir Jubiah Symon funds a women’s union building on Victoria Drive. The project aims to house a common mouthus and social, academic, and intellectual facilities for women graduates and students, fostering corporate spirit and debates of the university community. The Lady Symon Building will be a separate entity with facilities to realize university ideals.
In Melbourne on Thursday the jury failed to agree in the case of Bert Woods charged with the murder of Lim Kwong, a China gardener. The jury was discharged and a new trial ordered.
Fifty five contract wheelers at Aberdare Extended Colliery Gessnook were paid five pounds each by their lodge after walking out. The disputes committee was still considering their grievance as the Pi 48 resumed today. Old miners pressed to keep pits closed and to keep Huntly out of work as the strike stretched on.
VELOURNE Thursday report notes Mr Matt Gublany stating plans to press on Whether the engine is ready. Melbourne tollers receive hundreds from across Australia. Mr Bence Meine, minister, interviewed by Mr Gubhant with letters from UK officials including Sir Charles Wakefield former Lord Mayor of London.
In Adelaide on Thursday Mr W J Denny stated for the Minister of Hallways that the Chief Hallways Commissioner organized helmet supply for large engine crews. Locomotives were being safety tested with extension pipes and Westinghouse devices to connect with helmets, following latest practice to reduce danger. Mr Whitford questioned funnel atmospheric conditions and gasities in the new engines.
A compulsory conference led to the decision to end the strike on Brisbane Tramways. The president of the Board of Trade announced after the meeting that the dispute would be settled with the City Council and the workers, avoiding a trust strike.
Adelaide records a death at the hospital this morning of Thursday Willwin wordge 5 of Willian street York from head injuries believed to be caused by a fall from Ora Links. Eugene Wigall 42 of Glen Osmond Road Parkside also admitted with injuries. Mc Biss sustained head injuries from a fall at Bolton street View station near Green Wil Nowd and Victoria Avenue Dualweil on Tuesday afternoon.
Prime Minister Bruce completed a tour of South Australia meeting industrialists and civic groups in support of referendum proposals. He praised the interest and clarity of public discussions and planned a Sydney leg to extend the nationwide outreach.
Thursday Mr Bruce criticized Sir Arthur Robinson's stance on the referendum proposal. He argued state powers are largely shadowed by Federal authority after a High Court ruling. He claimed opposing voices refuse to face the realities of Commonwealth state relations and urged change.
Prime Minister Bruce and Mrs Duce will depart Melbourne for Adelaide on September 2 to pick up the Moollan and proceed to London. This marks the first sowing of a Prime Minister between the two capitals.
In Melbourne on Thursday the Legislative Assembly saw a tight division over postponing remaining business. The motion failed 25 to 25, forcing Speaker’s casting vote to save the Government from defeat. The Labor Party opposed the postponement, calling it an act of want of confidence.
Britain and Australia will be connected by a beam wireless system. Secretary to the Postal Department Mr Wrown said the Grimahy transmitting station in England will be ready by the end of September, enabling operations to begin in October between Britain and Australia.
Tangier dispatch reports Spain presses for greater control over Tangier inciting local unrest among Spaniards. The French fear police limitations, a British destroyer stands by, and French warships are anticipated to arrive soon.
Special to The Recorder London reports an Air Force officer Pitot boy Gape crashed near Cambehige. Rescuers could not reach the burning plane due to explosions. Gape was incinerated and a Harachulo later found trapped to the leg.
A fragmentary report notes a 46 000 pound grant linked to the Lord Mayor's fund with names such as Tolley and Shoat appearing in uncertain context. The text hints at official roles and a recent appointment or membership in a commission, but details remain unclear.
London reports that Chancellor Williston Churchitl says there is no reason for an early end to the strike. Parliament will consider limiting wire-pullers power to disrupt industry. A plan by A J Louk suggests owners and miners meet tomorrow. The Star notes miners have moved to relieve their errors while Baldwin faces pressure over the Eight Hours Act and mine reorganization per the Samuel report.
Special to The Recorder reports London claims by Mr Singleton Gates that in 1924 at the Victory Hotel a staged discovery story about Earl Kitchener was created to spark publicity. They allegedly traveled to Norway seeking a body, faced legal summons, and Power seeks return of a coffin from Admiralty records amid ongoing claims.
London report says Mrs Clemill misplaced a clister of diamonds forming the word Tiny. The brooch, a wedding gift from her husband, is believed dropped in a taxicab.
A Bleriot four engine French passenger aeroplane from Paris to London crashed at Romney Marsh in bad visibility. Two passengers died and nine were injured including Lord and Lady Morris. The craft struck an elevated house, fell on a haystack and wrecked. Pilot de Lisle survived. fire did not occur. Five nearby workers narrowly escaped injury as horses bolted.
Perth on Thursday saw the fourth day of the murder trial of William Quutter and Phillip Jonas Treffene for the Walsh killing. Evan Clarke testified reluctantly amid a chorus of whispers as counsel debated admissibility of statements and privilege. Clarke recalled plans to dump and hide the bodies at the shaft and described exchanges with Coulter and Treffene about the treatment plant and shifting remains. The hearing continued under Mr Justice Draper with ongoing courtroom tensions and witness recounts.
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