27 Aug 1951
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1951
Page
1
A short meditation on being thanked and the burden of duty. The speaker laments not receiving acknowledgment for tasks done, suggesting expectations of gratitude may be unmet. The verse hints at personal responsibility and humility in daily actions.
London reports indicate the wife of a diplomat vanishes after being seen with her children and a sister. The Foreign Office is investigating the disappearance and locating the family.
A vehicle plunged into a river during windy conditions, resulting in four confirmed drownings. Emergency crews recovered the bodies and identified the victims as local residents from nearby towns. Investigators are reviewing road conditions and rescue footage for details.
A sequest by Pure Hospitals grants a 40 hour week for domestic staff. The hospital department notifies Mr FS Niewss general secretary of the Australian Government Workers Association. Staff will work on a four roster with Saturdays or Sundays off, and every eighth week a full weekend off. Previously they worked 44 hours per two weeks and received payment for four hours of overtime.
Brakenridge lost while Marree won the homing race with birds released to join the carrier. Names such as Lanide Nef Marr, Mrnkemagey, and Pattersim appear among participants and sponsors from South and North Borner regions.
London reported Sunaus Wakofore declared against abandoning a peace treaty conference. India declines participation while Pakistan Indonesia and the Philippines opt not to attend. No formal delegation will be sent to the talks.
In a terse Persian dispatch, a skeleton crew reportedly remained in place as events unfolded. Curiously garbled names and places appear, but the fragment hints at ongoing operations or authority figures in the region. No clear outcomes or dates are discernible from the readable text.
Pirie High School retains the shield after a varsity meet at the Upper Northern High Schools Athletic competition held in August. Final scores show Whyalla 97, Pirie 82 with Quorn 45 in the pool of results.
Foot sprint intervals drew small fields with many riders failing to finish. Connor and Dirtman led the 100 yard dash while Hov en, Hodge, and Esswarde advanced in a rough South Australian Railways table tennis tournament side event at Shiftwortery Hull.
A garbled weekend racing page lists odds, horses, and bets with many unreadable names. Key items mention Bet sings 108, Dequetteville Stakes, and several horses such as Dark Mth and Georget, with various figures and crowd hints scattered through the keepsake notes. The text preserves race names, betting ranges, and multiple syndicate or club references amid fragmented entries.
Race card notes for Moonee Valley featuring multiple handicaps. Bettins and betting figures appear for 1 mile and steeple events, with horse names such as Desert Brown, Broodmeadows, and Auto Prince. Entries include Coolyort and Macedon weight divisions, with trackside listings and race times.
Queensland's largest used car finance firm stopped Sydney car dialer operations, halting sales. About £200,000 worth of Hue dealers’ stock is left stranded, with limited time to dispose of assets. Authorities fear many firms may be forced out of business due to the action tied to inflation policy.
A Jubilee train will tour Pine and nearby towns Saturday and Sunday drawing about 2,000 children and visitors. The event runs from 9 am to 1:40 pm with daytime inspections and safety checks by ACL and local officials.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe bombardment actions at Korean railway yards and surrounding sites. Incomplete lines mention locations and possible military units, with unclear dates and additional scattered terms.
Adams Brothers win the golf trophy in a contest with multiple players listed in the readable text. Names include Rowe, J Chapna, Laurson Fon, NiHO Sue Tivhd, and Grete, with scores or placements obscured. The report reflects a local golf event outcome with varied participant mentions.
Fragmented OCR conveys a Jubilee week at Pirie churches with references to worship, services, and community events. Mentions of Salvation Army, religious activities, a town hall gathering, and various organizers appear, though many words are garbled.
Solomon Town outpaced Port on Saturday in Pirie Foottuth play, taking a decisive win to edge toward the minor premiership. D. Thornton led with multiple goals, while Laws, Veal, and Cochrane formed strong backline support as Solomon Town solidified their position and Port faced a tough setback.
A fragmented review notes a crime noir plot about a gang and a missing home scene. It mentions a female lead and a tense sequence where survivors hide from pursuers amid danger and moral conflict.
Weather summary from Day To Day notes fluctuating temperatures in cities including Adelaide Melbourne Sydney Hobart and Hobart with highs in the 70s and 80s and lows in the 40s and 50s Barometer yesterday read high seas and moderate winds forecast for the 24 hour period ending Saturday with strong winds and some rainfall in parts of the coast.
Reported in garbled OCR style, a note references Marloes Araido and Te esa Wright with The Men and ABsiluire featuring Wiliam Hiviutt Marie Winsor. The piece mentions Tos men a peweeneday story and claims unnamed individuals face chaotic, explicit content amid obscured dialogue.
Broken Hill moves to play Proprietary B in a forthcoming game. Details remain unclear due to fragmented text but acknowledge scheduled competition involving the Broken Hill team and a proprietary opponent. Further information expected.
A fragment outlines invitations related to a football town event, mentioning 4M Gheehg Wee Se and Torrens in South A Pont. Details are unclear but suggest a regional matchup or gathering with local teams and a civic setting. Further readable facts are limited.
In a windy B grade football match Solomontown defeated Port to end their hopes of advancing, Solomontown leading 24 to 22 at half and finishing 24 to 22. Port barely troubled the scorers, with Solomontown’s A Grace scoring twice and standout marks by Brist players and Varto.
Stuart A Grade Hockey Premiers, St Andrew's Stuart, 1950 champions and this year's minor premiers, won the women's AW grade premiership on Saturday by defeating Old Scholars 3 2. Two grade Old Scholars defeated High School Blue minor premiers, and host teams will meet in next Saturday's final.
Capt. W. D. Spooner former Pirie harbormaster now in Franklin spends a holiday in Pirie with his son and daughter-in-law Mr. and Mrs. C. W. D. Spooner of Henry Street Risdon Park.
Mrs W H Heller asks thanks to the Port Pirie Mater nity Hospital staff matron and doctors for care during her illness at Ade laide Hospital. She notes appreciation for letters cards flowers visitors and practical help.
The Department of Works and Housing invites tenders closing at 2 p.m. on Tuesday September 11 1961 for central South Australia supply of most on pet specification. Specifications and tender forms are available at the Director of Works offices and Commonwealth Employment offices Port Augusta Port Pirie Whyalla and Woo mera Wear Post Offices. Each tender must be in a separate envelope endorsed with the work name. Tenders lodged with the Director of Works Fifth Floor Savings Bank Building 97 King William Street Adelaide. No tender necessarily accepted.
Port Juniors were eliminated by Sine on tuck and defence as Romontown halted Port’s chances in the junior football league. On Saturday Goel OVal led Tontkirhere Solomabtaen Re Hatter GK Diggens and J Vonet Dents scored as Port’s defense struggled.
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