23 Aug 1923
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 23, 1923
Page
1
Ten firemen were killed and about thirty injured when a tenement building collapsed in Brooklyn early Tuesday. Spectators crowded the district, and engines and equipment were crushed, sending screams of fear through the area. The total death toll may be unrecoverable due to dense surrounding residences.
In Seattle on Tuesday President Harding honored Captain Feakes and seven other officers and crew from the Helen Sterling wreck in the South Seas during January 1942. The recognition, for valor, was presented for actions during the storm that wrecked the Seattle schooner.
In Manila on Tuesday a bomb blast and a cable to the War Secretary drew attention to Mayor Rodriguez, a former convict linked to crimes in 1900. General Wood defended the release as political mudslinging while Rodriguez’s record and public service were scrutinized amid the crisis.
A lively note on cinema nearing seven years since Max Linder’s era notes, praising his slapstick in comparison to Charlie Chaplin. The piece hints at a planned Australian screening tonight highlighting vintage comedy gem.
An application for a writ of habeas corpus was made in Dublin for Sinn Fein Elections Director O Donnelly arrested at Sinn Fein headquarters by armed civilians. The judge granted leave to serve notice on the State Solicitor with order returnable September 24. Testimony described Mulcahy being frightened during the inquiry. a man lay injured. Also reported: three armed men seized a tank at Tallmale, Tinerary, and fled.
Indon and Wrisinvar Professors claim a low temperature method yields artificial anthracite from small coal chunks. The process allegedly extracts several gallons of crude alcohol per ton and produces ammonium sulfate, promising a revolution in coal and paint fuel trades and preventing waste of vast coal reserves.
A United States cruiser USL A United States ern wane arrives off Sydney this afternoon. The ship will host a 4 salute and a return visit to Heads Hurts. The mission includes observers from the Pans PaciOe Concess who plan to witness a demonstration of vik saw drpity timer. An estimated 10,000 are expected to witness the event.
A man faces murder charges in Wellington over the death of Janice Markenzis. The defendant allegedly raised the victim for years while under the influence of another person. Details describe claims of insanity and coercion within the family setting.
A Melbourne session ran through the night on the Land Tax Assessment Bill after a motion by Mr Hore declared it urgent. The report was delayed to 2:40 am as discussions continued. The second reading proceeded amid confusion and proposals regarding tax areas and related votes.
Paris reports the French note handed to the British Embassy outlines a conciliatory approach with a concrete plan for reparations. It suggests a two part message: a settlement proposal with specific gold mark figures and a second, more combative section to counter Britain, while aiming to avoid a rupture and keep negotiations alive.
France contends Germany kept transport and industrial privileges, built up a strong navy, and used cost cutting while the Ruhr occupation legality is debated. It urges priority for damages, proposes partial debt settlement linked to reconstruction, and seeks Allied agreement on postponing the second debt portion. France expects Britain to share reparations duties amid talks for a broader settlement.
The bill, approved 34 to 24, grants an annuity of £156 to the widow of the late Mr Frank Tudor. Amid opposition cries and name calling, motions were debated as the chairman prepared to travel to London and Mr Massy Greane was proposed for appointment. The Senate also passed the Wire Netting Will and the Telegraph Rates Bill.
In Adelaide on a Wednesday debate on the Address in Reply touched Port Pirie drainage. W A Hamilton rebutted L L Wills on seepage plans noting estimates from £1,000,000 to £1,590,000 and questioned the figures as a joke. Mr Hill and Mr Fitzgerald offered figures in the exchange during the session.
Mr B S T Wehards moved the Assembly for an address to the Governor requesting a Commission to inquire into and report on the mining industry in South Australia and the steps to further develop mineral resources. Discussion noted declining copper and silver, rising ironstone, and calls to avoid neglect of West Coast deposits.
The Canadian Pacific liner Empress of Scotland struck submerged wreckage in the channel and was towed to port safe by the escort ship. The vessel was damaged at the head and 900 passengers were aboard.
Bruce addresses Empire Developmental Union Aus Tullan branches calling for abmission at the Economic Conference. He cites a 100000-strong document of primary producers and manufacturers backing a coordinated wartime to peacetime market shift within the Empire. Australia seeks Britain’s help to expand outles for goods, stressing mutual benefits and revived cooperation.
Unclear industrial note from Mendon reports workers and stevedores returning after a disruption at Lonininn yards. Unemployment has worsened over the past weeks with a rise from 20,000 to 134,000, reflecting grim labor conditions.
Police in Magill and Summerton investigated unexplained cattle losses in the hills. Officers arrested a Maylands resident on Friday with Sergeant Carter. several cattle were seized as inquiry continues.
The Labor party considers nominating another Labor member to fill the Law Reform Commission vacancy caused by Thomas Butterfield’s resignation. J. 3. Verran of Port Adelaide has been mentioned as a possible appointee. The government is urged to agree but not forced to act. WAX LINDER comments on a comedic line in Seven years bad Lusk.
In New York on Tuesday the American team for the Davis Cup tie with Australia is Tilden and Johnston as likely singles players with Richards and Williams set for the doubles. Anderson Hawkes expected to represent Australia in singles. The doubles pair for the Americans had not yet been announced.
The 60 ton steamer Venus, on Swan River crayfishing trips, was blown ashore north of Fremantle during heavy weather. Two aboard survived, skipper F J Ball and Manuel Collett caretaker at Rocnest Island. Others aboard included H Ball engineer, T Hopkins fireman, T Malone son-in-law to James Ball, and Charlie Andersen a Scandinavian sherman. The vessel left Fremantle August 12 for Annalhas Tsalnd.
In Jamestown on Wednesday the Burra Burra district Liberal Union vetting committee met and unanimously resolved to nominate candidates to contest seats in the House of Assembly at the next state elections. Mr M Holford presided with delegates from the full district present.
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