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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Aug 28, 1940
Page
1
Representatives of tradesmen employed in the Railway service meet Mr CB Anderson of the Railways Commissioner tomorrow afternoon to discuss a demand for a six shillings a week increase to match the rates paid to shop floor workers at Telington. The Engineering Union is among the unions involved.
A devastating incident at a creamery and adjacent theatre leaves three dead. Crowds show indifference amid reports of a disaster impacting workers and spectators. British destroyer linked to the broader wartime event drew attention nearby.
A German plane strikes near Waterford killing three girls and injuring another as a creamery is wrecked. London endures six hours of raids with theatre audiences defying danger. Berlin and German towns suffer RAF bombing. British forces press into Bardia harbor and bombard Boma in Eritrea. Romania Hungary talks resume amid regional tensions. Greece faces Italian pressure as war unsettles the Balkans.
Australian Associated Press reports a German bomber breached Eire neutrality, dropping bombs on Campile in County Wexford yesterday. Three girls died and a co operative creamery was wrecked, with several injured as debris caused casualties among locals and onlookers.
London endured its longest air raid of the war, six hours and 17 minutes, as German planes bombed into the night. Anti aircraft batteries fired across the sky while searchlights swept the glow of explosions and burning streets. Crowds remained in shelters with buses still running despite the danger.
Widespread theatre chaos unfolds as Nutune leaves stage and Gurdun Harker performs a spontaneous concert. Raiders split into three groups with bombs dropping near the city outskirts. A salvo of double WIs damages districts as dust flows and several adults seek shelter.
A foggy London night endures a heavy air raid as British anti aircraft batteries and fighter squadrons engage German raiders. Explosions rock the outskirts and city center, with alarms sounding around 1 0 and air defenses claiming several German aircraft shot down. Residents seek shelter as the raid disperses, leaving damage tallied and streets returning to quiet.
Scattered British fighters engaged in flight as German bombers pounded coast towns. Reported gunfire over rivers, air patrols above, and civilians sheltering in seaside towns as rescue teams searched rubble. Casualties include a killed Avia and multiple injuries. towns endured bombardment near Dover, Folkestone, and surrounding areas.
An unclear report describes activity in the Thames Estuary near Essex with pursuit of individuals and engagement by aircraft. References to dropped barbs caused cattle damage and a few casualties, with later an estack or attack described.
Barred from a championship event, JM Ferrier the Australian open and amateur golf champion faced entry denial over a controversial book titled Ferrier's Golf Shots. The issue centered on instructional content and photographs, with penalties and official rulings affecting Ferrier and related promotional material.
London endured the most extensive night raids since the war began with enemy planes attacking from the north west to the south west. Bombers dropped incendiaries and explosives over wide London districts for six hours, causing casualties. Berlin commentary echoed Britain’s onslaught.
Fragmentary text notes prices or yields for wheat and related goods with unclear context and scattered page references. Entities reading as possible crop terms and page markers suggest a stock or market listing from an old newspaper.
A ship sighting off New Zealand on August 14 and reports of two mysterious raiders at large in the Indian Ocean prompt Sydney shipping officials to warn of possible threats. The vessel, about 6,000 tons with passengers and crew aboard, sparked inquiries as reports spread of submarines and enemy liners in maritime routes.
Yesterday's maximum reached 59 degrees with a 24 hour minimum of 40 degrees ending at 5:30 am. Weather records indicate mild seasonal conditions and light winds across the region.
Petr Larsen of Purliestrutt Pine is back from Pirie Hospital where he spent months recovering after a street accident. He received specialist treatment in Adelaide. Mrs. M Tapscott of Pirrie Street Solaimontown works in Pirie Hospital’s surgical ward. Tk Williams of Hind Street West was admitted to hospital yesterday as Constable A W Kureix leads in for absence of Constable W A Browlo at Pirie West Police Station.
Sty Herbert Gubis of Paper Manufacturers Limited may stand as Independent for Corto on a win the war policy and will likely decide today. H Ranger recovering in Pirie Hospital after an accident at the Smeltere Volt with a sore throat improving. C W Till recovering from Saturday traffic accident. back and right arm still painful. HL Aldersay Port Augusta SA Brewing Co manager visiting Pirie Royal Exchange Hotel. A Munugias and J Skarvelis injured in August 1 crash at Kain's Hill. D G Kokotis died. both near recovery in Pirie Hospital. Airmail list released by C Moody Pirie agent for Gaines Airways shows passengers from Adelaide Whyalls to Whyalla and Pine with several travelers listed.
American Ambassador to Bel page nation-wide broadcast urged readiness for war in Europe. He said the United States must decide if the European war threatens national security and whether the nation is prepared to defend itself.
Statement from Sydney says she did not put poison in a milk dish served to Matron Court. Nurse Aurore Restors testifies during trial as Gray Maslin faces charges. Witnesses recount the June 22 incident at Coledale Hospital where a bitter taste led to a sample being sent for analysis revealing poison.
New York report by Harold Callender argues oil from the Dutch East Indies drives Asia’s near future and prompts a conference next week between Japanese delegates, Dutch government, and oilmen. It notes Japan seeks oil exports and asserts Britain’s Pacific power faltering while America’s role grows as a stabilizing factor.
Melbourne reports tension as Lawn Tennis Association leaders clash over New South Wales bid to hold State championships amid war. Debate centers on charity receipts and wartime policy forbidding championships. NSW delegates refer application back with a sub-committee appointed to handle the request.
Sydney Australia Tuesday news reports New South Wales Lawn Tennis Association leader Mr D Fuller says the body remains loyal to national bodies and may cancel championships if war worsens overseas. Adrian Quist rejected for asthma while Jack Crawford and Bromwich have military connections as leading players enlist. The association aims to maintain organised sport amid military service.
Adelaide reports the South Australian Lawn Tennis Association commends members for enlisting in uniform. Vice-president Frank Piper notes several players have joined, with about 40 members already serving. Four Unley A Grade players cited: Tom Warhurst, Wally McPherson, Ron Brock, Alan Edwards.
In the Assembly the Premier told Mr. Smith that widening the Setlj gauge and the Whyalla pipeline scheme must take precedence. He added the Roush East project could not start this year.
Melbourne harbor scene recounts three armed soldiers denied passage aboard the vessel carrying Hong Kong evacuees. Guards cited passes and restricted access while housing officials and drivers were allowed on board. earlier officers including a lieutenant colonel and brigadier were refused entry, a reserve officer produced his pass.
The coroner’s inquest found Ann Louise Bowden died from a fractured skull and injuries after being struck by a car driven by Dr Harold Powell. The fault, if any, lay in a faulty lookout rather than speed. A poorly lit road section was noted. Constable Northcote gave evidence. Mr W H Millhouse represented Dr Powell.
London Tuesday. In reply to criticism he defended the decision to leave Norway saying it prevented rulers from forcing concessions and preserved the free Norway movement. He stressed the Storting’s mandate and the goal of restoring a sovereign Norway near the chosen side, with King Haakon affirming the path remains tied to the right of small nations to self-determination.
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