28 Aug 1923
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 28, 1923
Page
1
Reuters correspondent in Dublin reports a feverish election eve with promises from all parties. The Free State front is energized as hundreds of meetings unfold nationwide. President Cusgrave’s position remains pivotal. farmers and independents show confidence.
An army chief in Simla concludes the first half of a tour through Gurtil Gilet and Kashmir. The Mehtar of Chitral entertains Lord Rawlinson and the party, with a polo march and large crowds joining in. Final tea and travel plans point to a late September visit to Gilwethuaza, with all personnel in holiday height.
In a Police Court case Adelaide and another were charged with a drunken disturbance. The husband and wife reportedly fought with a knife and broke a plate, prompting the court to urge both to take the pledge. Witnesses described a scene at a residence in Whistling Square with shouting and alleged threats as officers restrained one party. The hearing noted social turmoil from the incident and the act of reporting to the care of the local women’s department.
Fragmented OCR text notes Melbourne coal activity and a Monday niche shipment. Mentions sailors, boats, and a late weather line with unclear references to the current market and destinations. Internal errors obscure dates, names, and precise outcomes.
GENERAL CABLES LONDON reports Newfoundland has decided to join the British Empire Exhibition and ordered a pavilion erected. Other items note the American Congressional Medal awarded to Britain's unknown soldier at Westminster Abbey, details of racial and political issues, chess results with Yates and Thomas, and commentary on Washington Conference ratifications and slavery survivals in remote regions.
Following Sam Blair's visit Inglois Fairbanks' representative outlines preliminary campaign for Fairbanks troposey war tour to Australia Adelaide early next year. Phil Harmer called to Melbourne and Sydney to discuss exploitation video activities for Robin Hood. Plans include Adelaide event as part of promoting Fairbanks, with screening at West's Winter Garden hailed as the greatest pictorial tale yet.
The Mastante Hall hosts a Vegas style troupe described as popular mirth-makers from Moiserave Tivol. Performers include Manomol Wi Son of India and Levante the necromancer with assistants Vera Mirray and Gladys Cole. A three night program at Sweetland's is planned with anticipated full houses and no extra charges.
Police at Pirie bid farewell to Constable Wolsen and Mrs Ennion as Wolsen moves to the Criminal Investigation Department in the City and Ennion transfers to Adel. Inspector Murphy led the gathering. Sergeant Church praised both officers and speakers noted their service and achievements.
Adelaide Monday reports outline a Labor conference agenda aimed at opposing the Commonwealth on the North-South line breach of agreement. Motions include decentralisation plank, mining research aid, a weekly Port Adelaide to Port Lincoln steam service, hospital administration reforms, and electoral candidacy rules.
The South Australian Labor Party secretary reported on re admitting former Labor members through Ashola ranch and the idea of uniting with representatives in the House. Ward noted resistance to National Party exiles, while the Murray Bridge Committee pushed for M W Parish re admission. The State conference meets September 10 to consider these issues and a 1918 resolution on revoking bans.
At a City Council meeting Lord Mayor Collen said four council representatives on the Wages Board resigned over insulting language attributed to Dr. Lunde, a corporation employee. Dr. Lunde denied the accusations and criticized council conduct as meetings continued since last December amid wage decisions. The council rewrote reasons for resignations under the Industrial Act while protesting conduct by employee representative Mr. FW Tindle.
Visitors at the Grand Central Hotel attend the 5.A Amateur Billiard Association reception as players from states gather for the upcoming championship tournament. President Mr J Jacobs chairs with Lord Mayor Mr L Cohen and officials C L Bradley L P Simmonds TE Barlow A W Tricks A Boyle and G Shailes. Mr A Boyle thanks NSW for hosting SA’s first championship, noting hoped Western Australia may join the central body.
The Times correspondent in Paris says there should be a breathing space in the reparations dispute as no conference is ripe. Notes have caused a painful impression in Paris and France and a shift away from endless notes toward reflection on the fundamental issue is urged. Private negotiations are seen as likely before any re opening. Prime Minister Baldwin may pause in Paris after Aix les Bains trip with possible participation by Lord Curzon and M. Poineare.
The tug Eagle is expected to reach Melbourne tomorrow with the American steamer Exatern Moon in tow to test her propeller off Cape Northumberland on Saturday.
Fragmentary report notes surrender of foreign currencies by German finance service. Mentions taxpayers, public companies, and imports such as coal and oils. Indicates broad impact on tax system and enforcement for defaulters. Names and places are unclear due to OCR damage.
At a Pirie Council meeting last night the Shiftworkers An nulation urged reuse of the Recreation ground for Dn-4 football matches in about four months. Threndgola promised to grant the result at the usual charge, Campbell seconded the motion and it passed without discussion.
A South Australian Football League meeting discussed delaying Teague Arties’ suspension. The secretary noted October 6, the Chinese teams’ visit date, was the final match day, making compliance with the British Football Association request impractical.
Mrs M J Jenkins of Henley Beach Road heard three knocks at the door and found a youth at the door whom she thought no intruder. In a hat room she saw him creeping and grabbing items. She seized him and threw him outside, but he freed himself and escaped on a bicycle.
A South Australian billiards committee meeting considered Mr. Boyle's challenge to Mrs. Symon as Queensland's representative in the Australia amateur billiards championship. The committee, following the Queensland Associtation, ruled Mr. Symonds eligible to play. Bradley noted Symonds had voted for his favorite marker. since 1909 he won a marker's prize and money. Shailer will referee Symonds, with further inquiries to be telegrammed. Messiah Shailer and Symonds are matched for Wednesday.
A fragmented stock quotation list from Tught Bros via Mr D Geo Sands, detailing shares in Cotton pref 17/7 Nestles pref 22/4 Harris Searle 70/3 Wallaroo 24/9 British 23/ dunation com 2/10 North 58/9 South 44/6 Zinc 40/40 Electralytle Zio 29/20 Brown's Reward 1 Golden Hope 2/4 Mutootoo 4/2 Lake Star 3/04. The page notes the cable news headed The Time and references The Recorder.
Fragmentary OCR catalogues a Labour era dispute with references to conference consent and motions deemed vital. Mentions former members and bitter parliamentary battles, suggesting internal party divisions and unresolved loyalties.
London reports a Marconi Company exhibit on wireless lifeboat apparatus at the Olympia Shipping Exhibition. The system, to be installed between ship thwart locations, offers up to fifty miles range with a direction finder and will serve as a navigational aid for survivors.
Coroner's inquest into the Coogee mystery continues with bones found in a Glebe garage. The remains are believed to be those of Mrs. Gertrude Heaydon, but doctors cannot confirm gender or burial age. Alfred Heaydon, husband of the missing woman, declines to answer questions as the inquiry adjourns to Wednesday.
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