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Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 21, 1924

Page

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Crown Inn Shooting Case In Adelaide Court

George Wallace had an attempted murder charge withdrawn after appearing on remand in Adelaide Police Court. He was fined £2 plus costs for wantonly discharging a firearm in the Crown Inn Hotel incident on August 12. The case described as bravado, with Wallace intoxicated and aiming bullets at a wall away from patrons.

Adelaide George Wallace Crown Inn Wallace E. M. Sabine S.M Vctor Nation Uele Nelligan Mr Sabine SM Sta Wallace Thiope Oate

British cabinet backs French delegates at London Conference

London reports unanious cabinet approval of the French delegation's work at the London Conference. Ramsay MacDonald, discussed by right-leaning papers, faces mixed reactions as Paris papers and Swiss bankers comment on British intrigues. In Paris, occupying troops were withdrawn from Offenbach with no incident reported.

Reuter London France Ramsay MacDonald M. Verriot Echo de Paris M. Herriot MacDonald Paris Ministryion Offenbuirg

Darwin Affairs A Report Denied In Darwin Wednesday

A local Darwin newspaper recounts alleged statements by Mr BC Urquhart about picketing officers residences and midnight visits to the Residency. He claims he borrowed a Winchester and faced hostile crowds, asserting his predecessor was treated as in a Soviet era. officials dispute the charges and deny corroboration.

Darwin Aowitter Estejalan BC. Urquhart Liven Ant Adelail Urquhart Winchester Allcomer Fand Tsarwin Iit Australia Witer Stanfford Smith

Nationalise arterial roads urged by motorists

A Melbourne report notes a delegation from shire councils urging Mr J Jones to nationalise all arterial roads. The Minister for Public Works replied that taxation of heavy motor vehicles would fund road upkeep. He warned such vehicles compete with railways costing millions and argued against more favorable terms than railways.

Melbourne J. Jones

China and Soviet. Old Russian Legation in Pekin

Representatives of powers which signed the 1901 protocol inform M. Karachan Soviet Ambassador in Pekin they will hand over the former Russian Legation premises. The note says the Soviet government remains cosignatory and reserves action for remuneration. Karachan replies that US acquiescence does not recognize the Union of Soviet Socialist Republics. He also notes no international method exists to restore relations by returning a legation in a third power’s capital.

Reuter Pekin M. Karachan Lege Wi Tio United States Union of Socialist Soviet Republics M. Karachas

Sudan Trouble Martial Law Claims Stir Khartoum

Reuters reports in London that martial law is not claimed in Sudan though the Anglo-Egyptian Convention of 1899 may allow it. Khartoum reports indicate fighting planes arrived, with four more at Mombasa or Mabera. Nine arrests were made yesterday in a minor disturbance, quickly controlled by police.

Reuter Ondon Sudan Krom Khartoum Mibara Connecion

Railways Union expels Buckley and resignations fall in Sydney

The Australian Railways Union State branch meeting in Sydney expelled secretary Mr. A. Buckley and offered him expulsion from the union. President Mr. Guire and secretary Mr. Buckley were central to the dispute as Mr. Mac Guire resigned voluntarily.

Sydney Géun- Awe

Fragmentary OCR yields unclear stock for Virginia event

Incomplete lines show references to Virginia venues and dates with stray numbers. The readable text mentions 5/14 and a sequence around 1/4 and 2/6 but lacks coherent context or identifiable entities beyond locations and generic dates.

State Parliament Debates Labor Claims and Housing Plans

The House of Assembly heard Premier Gunn deny Labor deceived electors while praising Melanes as future speaker. Debates covered Labor integrity, housing schemes at railway centers, land and bank funding, and flour mill closures. Education and lighthouse staffing were discussed along with uncomfortable school seating and rural desk needs.

Tax and land charges spark federal debate in Parliament

House of Representatives discusses tax reports from the Commissioner of Taxation. Prime Minister hints at claims by Mr Scullin of unequal treatment and evasions. Land tax, leaseholds, and freehold figures cited with prosecutions and a royal commission to inquire.

Melbourne House of Representatives Earle Page S. M. Hince Scullin Taxation Department Anstey Seukin Ind Riwee FT Senilin Federal Pre Automas Manning Nes Shull Wales Ho Nelson Thos Patterson I M. Forder Sugar Ministry S. M. Brues Parliam Goverment Scullen

Senate Debates Roads Loan Bill and Defence Equipment Measure

The Senate advanced the States Loan Advances for Roads Bill through all stages and resumed the second reading of the Defence Equipment Bill. Senator McDougall’s plan to build ships locally failed 1 5 to 10, while the second reading passed 16 to 9. In committee, Senator Grant proposed funding from direct taxation as the debate continues.

Senate McDougall Grant

Gardiner Divorce Case Verdict and Plea

Sydney Wesuonde reports in the Gardiner divorce suit that a verdict found miscontent proven in parts of the evidence and that Mrs. Gardiner’s conduct did not justify Gardiner’s misconduct. Counsel for the petitioner appealed for a judicial separation while the respondent objected to divorce. The case adjourned until tomorrow for argument of this point.

Sydney Gardiner Gorn Murrow

Overseas Tennis Doubles Show Mixed Results

In Chestnut Hill Massachusetts on Tuesday Soodgrass and Westbrook beat Tecuje and Rorafre 6 4 4 6 and 6 6 2 . Patterson and Wood defeated Walkenaiee and Gann FF 6 2 6 0. The French are unlikely to pose serious Davis Cup doubles threats.

Itenter'a Service Chestnut Hill Mass Tues Soodgrass Westbrook Tecuje Tnd Rorafre Proece Patterson Ood Walkenaaiee Gann FF

Navigation Act and its Effect on Australian Trade

Three reports by the Navigation Commission on the operation of the Navigation Act and its effect on Australian trade were presented in the House today. J H Prowse and A C Seabrook urge abolishing coastal trade provisions while others recommend maintaining the Act with administrative changes and ministerial oversight. Senators Duncan and Elliot propose repealing coastal trading provisions and introducing overseas fregnace tariff duties, with other sections left intact. Prowse and Seabrook warn the Act has failed to build a strong Australian mercantile marine and contributed to trade declines in outer parts of the Commonwealth, noting port and harbor dues are too high.

Melbourne Navigation Commission House of Representatives J. H. Prowse A.C. Seabrook Anstey, Yates McHugh Duncan and Elliot Messrs Prowse Seabrook Australan Mercantile Marine Commonwealth Australia

Cessnock Tragedy Inquest Delivers Murky Verdict

Wednesday inquiry into Charles Murphy death finds he dropped into a waterhole near Gesy ork weeks ago. Andrews Jones testifies Murphy argued before an assault with a hammer. Jones claims Murphy laid, then drowned him while unconscious, attempting to wash blood from the body. James Was committed for trial at the weekand Sessions on a murder charge. Ball refused.

Sessnock Charles Murphy Gesyork Ndrews Jones Murphy Ty Waterhorn James Weand Ball

Gold discoveries reported along Alligalor River region

Queensland report notes thin gold bearing country across Alligalor River in Northern Interstors with Instone also found at Muntosie fill. Observers indicate extensive deltas of ore and potential recovery remains under study.

Brisbane Weduvisda Alligalor River Tnrestors Muntosie

Fordsdale's Crew Expelled From Union Riots

Fordsdale's crew expelled from the union as the Seamen's Cantons met to discuss royal authority and maritime rule. A chaotic scene at Cheevesenl's minideu saw lingering tensions, with Mohri and Ehahenut accused of inciting apathy among workers. Authorities vow to pursue order amid strained labor relations.

Syeney Seamen's Canfon Cheevesenl Ehahenut Mohri Rich Lyonide

Railway Smash in Portugal Kills Six and Injures Many

Lisbon reports a crowded holiday train collided with a freight train near the city. Six people were killed and about forty injured, authorities said as rescue efforts continued amid the wreckage.

Portugal Lisbon

Firpo Case Postponed to September 20

United States Commissioner Hitchcock postponed the perjury hearing against Luis Firpo to September 20. The adjournment does not affect the Firpo Wills bout set for September 11. Canon Chase favored the delay to avoid interfering with the fight and pursue the broader goal of deportation in the case. Firpo was released on $2,000 bail.

Reuter New York United States Hitchcock Luls Firpo Canon Chase Firpo Wills

Overseas cargo competition case in Sydney

Sydney reports a new cargo service by Japanese firms set to begin between Australia and the United Kingdom and Europe. The service is expected to intensify competition for wool shipments, impacting Wool Wargoes and related trade dynamics.

Sydney United Kingdom Europe

Citizens Appeal Shows Early 20th Century Reform Tone

Fragmented text cites Pius Hikari and peers urging public action. Mentions Roosevelt era ideals, an association to improve character and public virtue, and push for institutional reform through donations and collective efforts.

Caulfield Mystery Remains Unsolved After Fifteen Days

Irene Tuckerman was found strangled in Caulfield. Detectives led by Senior Detective Piggott work long hours at Malvern station, following numerous leads with no tangible clues. Officials keep an open mind, considering an accessory after the fact, as gray areas persist in the investigation.

Irene Tuckerman Khartoum Caulfield Withough Tlw Piggott Melbourne “Herald Agaist Iis Malvern Lynen Piggorton Ethell O'Keefe McPhee Caulfield Police Malloy Atles MacDonald Newton Lavin Wil Caulvil Ric Hive Wiblic Tere Mainelothes T McPheelin Eastalvern Russell Street

Red Cross Donates 100000 Dollars to Chinese Relief

The American Red Cross Society contributed 100000 dollars toward Chinese famine relief at the nominal exchange rate. Funds support food aid and humanitarian assistance for affected communities in China, with the gift highlighted as a generous gesture in relief efforts.

Pekin American Red Cross Society

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Germany British Cabinet Darwin Affairs M Karachan Railways Union Hone Ahamo Gil Onnes John Gunn Tn T House of Assembly Labor Party Gunn M Melmes Sooners Melafies Labor A. J. Blackweil G Shorbugy Sahl Rotler Denny Bilin Ronny Butters Ohio Cornell Tramways Trust Ly le Hill Vibe Works A. A. Edward Hank Jose Anade Hill Ting Condon Metapolis Hiau Pollard J. L. Price Lghthouse South Australian Ti Education Department Price Cape Jervis Trowbridge McIntosh Arrears Statistics Verence B. Rowden D. G. Mofirath Hove New Zealand Fur Customs THE Overseas Tennis South Africa Rattan Press Cape Tow Windurstay Linton Lili Wembley Cessnock Jones Queensland Fordsdale Largs Bay Haiti Suetyulion Peese Luis Firpo Overseas Cargo Competition Citizens' Appeal Port Pirie Pius Hikari Nomar Thivature Runcevelt Khartoum-street Vietm Therr Upimed-street
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