27 Aug 1952
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 27, 1952
Page
1
An OCR damaged text reports on infections diseases and public health concerns with scattered references to ships, quays, and port activity. It mentions the jug Falcon towing a vessel from the wharf and details about coke unloading, community funds distribution, and charitable grants across towns.
Nominations for Australwa faba were elected with B Le Rudin as secretary treasurer, Pirie Saeen and G Davidson among nominees. Unopposed for Grey endorsement, security of seats noted. preparations for Christmas with extra accommodation for camping families at Large Bay tea and related events announced.
Reported by military sources eight Communist prisoners on Koje Island were wounded after United Nations guards opened fire to break up a demonstration. The event followed earlier gas volleys and a tense standoff at the stockade, with additional claims of injuries among prisoners and guards.
A British Canberra aircraft attempted the first Atlantic round trip in a single flight. The outward leg left Northern England at 5 39 am GMT and the aircraft was sighted over Gander Newfoundland at 10 29 am GMT. The mission, led by Wing Commander Raionit Freaumont aboard The Star of the Raw, aimed to cross the Atlantic from Ireland toward Newfoundland with high aviation goals and a dedicated maintenance and fueling plan.
Broadway's sailing was delayed to September 6 due to concerns over bunker coal quality. The voyage was canceled after safety and cost worries, with reports of crew disruption and engineering work ongoing aboard the ship.
A police search for Tubb, an Adelaide firm employee, ended when he was found safe. His car was located abandoned in scrub near quarter 103 miles from the Cabipook railway station, ending a several day disappearance that began Monday after he failed to attend a scheduled event.
English and Welsh life expectancy and public health advances are outlined, noting a shift in age distribution with 65 and over rising to about 11 percent. The piece credits school meals, milk, better housing, and medical services for reduced deaths among children and adults, while acknowledging ongoing challenges like cancer and polio.
An irregular report describes a Sunday match at Lobe Oval featuring joule butlers and notable figures such as St Julia's and St ailion's Schools. Trophies valued at 250 will be awarded. central figures include Stigwood, Wally Schapel, Bill Cochrane, and Harry Shupson.
CANBERRA Tuesday tributes by party leaders followed the sudden death of Mr Ryan a long serving member for Flink s. Prime Minister and Opposition figures expressed deep sympathy as Mr Ryan was recalled to the House to be remembered for meritorious service. The House adjourned until tomorrow after formal expressions of condolence and sympathy to his family.
Fragmentary sports item lists several trainees and names such as LaRiche and Caputo among a blurred roster. The text is partial and difficult to parse, with multiple garbled words and an afternoon timestamp. It references hockey and football terms but lacks coherent events or outcomes.
The country football conference met in Adelaide on September 11 with secretary Mr Middleton presiding. Delegates discussed a draft constitution, the need for a standard framework for rural leagues, and a proposed capitation fee to fund a state country championship and entertainments. Concerns were raised about sending funds to the league in Teague and the adequacy of the present constitution.
Local football discussions center on preparations after an overhaul of facilities at Yacka and the upcoming curtain raiser at Globe Oval. Pirie association officials, including Wade and Jobson, weighed travel, junior senior scheduling, and the lure of a visiting team, as they balance field space and umpire assignments for the weekend program.
City schoolboys will travel by train to Pirie for a weekend tour visiting Hire High, Pirie and Solamomtown Primary Schools. They stay at Mesiaugial Oval and attend events at Ozuine Theatre and Pigie Tatu Lvbpot Hall before leaving on Sunday afternoon.
Two ships in port and four waiting this week signal busy waterfront. Pioneer Star arrived from Port Adelaide and sails for Baltimore and New York with 3000 tons of lead for Baltimore and 1500 tons for New York. Korowal loads wheat for New Zealand, Port Halifax to load 2500 tons lead for the United Kingdom. Delungra and Keke fangu bound for Tasmania and Risdon respectively with wheat and return cargoes. Several vessels announce upcoming arrivals and cargoes for the United Kingdom, including Silver Ash, Australind, City of Edinburgh, Max Born Hoffen, Trele Van, and Kaimata, all with various concentrates and lead consignments.
Lord Lindsay of Birker at Sydney University warned that psychopathic political extremists risked derailing international peace. He described intolerant figures who refuse dialogue as an obstacle to reaching world agreement and warned war could become inevitable if power consolidates in extremism.
Eight airmen aboard a Kam VuenEW fighter squadron perished when an automated jet collided and plunged into the Gulf near Panama City Florida. One survivor was swept away by 15 foot waves as rescue ships and planes searched in vain. Col Arthur Debolt 39 was identified as the pilot. a US Air Force statement says he mistook a mother plane for a follow plane in fog and heavy weather.
A reader letter criticizes the Pirie Corporation for neglecting Halliday Street in Wandearan road area. The writer cites broken springs and holes endangering children, urging inspection from Alton Street direction and faster action. The letter questions the cost and effort, urging better service and accountability.
Dietman and Sons dominate the Pirie Homing Club event, with multiple teams like Biolun and Sons and others contributing to a high scoring shootout judged by Mr. FS, Trestrail. The period match features numerous entries such as Shaker and Son, Warner and Son, Munash HL Teekson, and D. Perkints, listing scores and placements as part of the competition.
At the annual Nort ticket Club meeting at Barrier Hotel officers were tested H Webster chairman W McGrath vice chairman W Bazey secretary W McGrath treasurer HL Webster L Smart J Davies proxy association delegates A general improvement on last season's form is expected in both races Any players in the district who wish to play with North Sun contact the secretary at Pirie capital.
A fragmented weather notice reports today temperatures from 61 to 65 degrees with recent high and low values, plus local readings for Adelaide Melbourne and Perth. It notes mostly fine conditions with a few light showers on the southwest coast, cold nights, and variable to northwesterly winds offshore.
Kevin John Schule charged with unlawfully using a truck belonging to Ronald Joseph Smith. Trial by Mounted Constable H Adams saw Ale C Gin secure bail. Schule found guilty on both counts with fines of 210 and 22 shillings plus costs.
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