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Newspaper

Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 29, 1924

Page

1

Elusive Buckley Sighted in Adelaide Amid Murder Probe

Police sought Richard Buckley on a murder charge after reports placed him in Adelaide. He traveled by motor car to Ballarat then by train to Tailem Bend, rode to Renmark, joined a steamer to Morgan, and returned to Adelaide using a circuitous route via Wolseley. A separate tip said the Murray Bridge disappearance involved another man.

Adelaide Richard Buckley Melbourne Ballarat Tailem Bend Murray Lands Loxton Renmark Morgan Buckley Express Wolseley Murray Bridge

Paving the Way to Industrial Prosperity in Australia

Adelaide hosts Melbourne businessman T. M. Burke as he argues for rapid and safe industrial development in Australia, condemning reliance on imported goods. He notes Australia’s vast area and low population, urging growth through domestic manufacture to offset weak population density and tariff barriers.

Rand Miners Union Meeting Adopts Key Demands Plan

Johannesburg general council of the South African Miners Union approved two resolutions. Non union men are given a deadline to join by September end. A four member committee will draft demands for the Chamber of Mines, likely seeking wage increases and trade union reforms.

Reuter Cape Town Johannesburg General Council of the Uniom Chamber of Mines Aluc Rand Grounis Opini Mineral Union

Covent Garden Strike Delays Fruit Unloads

London witnesses a fruit unloading delay as a strike at Covent Garden Market disrupts shipments. Extra voluntary labor aided by consignees kept the rest of the stock afloat while damages and remainders were redistributed. In Sydney, the Federation Engine drivers and Firemen’s Association vote reportedly overwhelmingly against Sir John Quick’s award.

London Consignees Matent Garden Market Sydney Tintessay John Quick

Proximity of Mars Deepens Mystery with New Photographic Findings

Washington reports a 29 hour period during Mars approach yields a new photographic study of radio signals. Dots and dashes appear in regular and irregular patterns, alongside crudely drawn shapes. Arizona heat research notes a candle distance finding, while Lowell Observatory records a mean surface temperature suggesting Mars stability.

Houter Washington Mars Earth Fim Flagstaff Arizona Goblentz Ralometre Lowell Observ Qtory

Buffeted by Storms Houtera Service Fleet Loses Vessels

New York report describes ships battered by a three day gale. Eight passengers were injured aboard the Homeric, while the Arabs was stripped at wittyhoats and portholes damaged. Heavy liners fought the storm, with ships pitched and men aboard reporting rough seas across the North and South routes.

Houtera New York Iiiulia Wight Wityhoats

Businessmen Sentenced Over Election Violations in Nagasaki

More than 80 businessmen, previously examined, were found guilty of violating the election law. They faced charges related to canvassing wage payments at the recent May central election in Nagasaki.

Nagasaki

Citizens' Effort to Raise £500 for YMCA Appeal

Last day of appeal as Citizens' Committee pushes to reach a £500 target for the Young Men's Christian Association. Enthusiastic Lady Workers and a mobilized city crowd push fundraising through the day with woodwork sales and street donations. Several donors increase pledges, including one who hopes to make a yearly subscription, as workers press for favorable responses before tonight.

Citizens’ Committee Young Men's Christan Association Comaptiee

Appeal Dismissed in NZ Jockey McCarter Case

An appeal by jockey McCarter of New Zealand against a skin graft punishment was dismissed. The decision, delivered in Sydney by the Melbourne court, concerns dispute over horse ownership and related naming issues.

Sydney Dames McCarter New Zeailand Emoeratus Holme Hoya

City Sewers Crisis Sparks Public Works Debate

Adaile Thrusdhos Summuplicated reports a council clash over sewer plans for Adi Hleome. Commissioner L HW warns of delays and foresight failures as a proposed draft is blocked. The minister notes ongoing concerns about the Garden High Gardens project and potential link to a 300-house development south of the gardens.

Adelaie Thrusdhos Huilek

Quality and prices drive sales for wholesale textiles

A dated advertisement touts plain fawn cashmere hose, cream wincey, Irish linen, damask, and twill sheeting. It highlights suggests low prices versus quality, mentions men and boys apparel, hats, and various fabric yardages with scattered price figures.

Corto Greck Forfar

Ladies' Championship Golf Final At Pirie Club

The afternoon golf championship concludes with Mrs. W. A. Langford and Mrs. J. C. Sweeney in a 48 hole match at Kings Park No. 17 tee at 2.00. Referee M. F. C Hughes to oversee play as Jamestown Club ladies visit Pirie for a 2 o'clock No. 4 tee match. Pirie lineup includes Langford Taste Williams Sweeney Dey Forester etc.

Pir A.V. Boas Jamestown Kingstna Park Tinks Pirie Ladies Pirie Fallowins W. A. Langford Jog. Taste Mise Williams J. c. Sweeney G. Dey Mise L. Forestier Gluts A. C Aetor

Pirie B Grade Football Club Plans Three Day Entertainment

The Pirie B Grade football club held a meeting to arrange a three day entertainment program at the North Broken Hill tour. A friendly match against the visiting strong Pirie B Grade team will take place on Saturday at 4 PM at Air Recreation Ground. The Pirie lineup includes Attwater Campbell Lambert Walsh Reynolds Madigan Lodge O Malley Day Allwop Clarke Phillis Allen Etalth Brown Willis Cavenatt Turner with reserves Schultz Warren Kenny Barle.

Eine B. Girade Vie Mst North Broken Hill Pirie Nime Whic J. Attwater W. Campbell C. Lambert P. Walsh J. Reynolds E. Madigan R. Lodge C. O'Malley A. Day Allwop J. Clarke Phillis W. Allen A. Etalth W. Brown BE. Willis M. Cavenatt D. Turner Schultz Warren Kenny Barle

Prince of Wales on liner Berengaria incognito in New York voyage

Wireless dispatch from the liner Berengaria reports the Prince of Wales traveling from Southampton to New York in disguise. He attended a masked ball, dressed as a Limehouse Apache, with a lady companion dressed as a boy, and won a dolls prize. He is noted for boxing and swimming and plans a short stay near Syosset, Long Island before possibly meeting President Coolidge in Washington. James W Davies praised the Prince as likable and tactful.

Reuter London Reute R'S Derengaria New York Southampton Prince of Wales Bisonan Berengatia J. B. Wright T United States Edward Dudley Metcalf James A. Burden Syosset Long Island Berengaria Washington Ceige Burden James W Davies

Reichstag to be dissolved if London pact rejected

Berlin reports a heated Reichstag session after a free fight between Communists and Democrats. One Democrat was struck, triggering a mass uproar and a suspended sitting as the President vainly attempted to restore order.

Reichstag

Firemen's Trouble Board Conciliatory In Adelaide

Late last night a tentative agreement emerged between the Fire Brigades Board and the firemen of Adelaide. A conciliatory meeting yielded a pledge of loyalty to the Australian Government Workers Association. The board asked the firemen to halt further action until a board meeting on Saturday evening.

Adelaide Belwailes Board Qremen Australian Government Workers Association Aremen

Shipping charges debate at Port Lincoln jetties raises freight concerns

Mr Moseley questioned the Treasurer in Parliament about high wharf charges at Myre Peninsula Port Lincoln and other jetties, proposing through rates for goods like parcels. The Acting Treasurer said no such plan exists. the Chief Railways Commissioner noted failed attempts to arrange with the Steamship Company, and warned no agreement while the Bangl attitude remains.

W. J. Denny Steamship Company

Prominent Australian racehorse owner T M Burke eyes Adelaide Cup entry

Mr. T M Burke, a leading Australian racehorse owner, has spent about £20,000 on thoroughbreds in just over 18 months. While currently in Adelaide he plans to target key Adelaide events and is likely to have one or more horses in the upcoming Port Adelaide Cup.

Adelaide Australia T. M. Burke

Australian House Debates Tariff Bill and Fortified Wine Aid

In Melbourne the House of Representatives discussed Tariff Board Act amendments and the Fortified Wine Export Bill amid opposition. The Unley and Norwood automatic telephone exchange projects were approved with costs of £128,915 and £134,555 respectively while wool profits were debated. Mr. Hughes pressed to limit British payment, but the government maintained its position as the session adjourned after votes.

Melbourne House of Representatives S. M. Bruce Mahony Pratten Tariff Board Act Atkinson Unley S.A Gable Stewart Mle Crowers Fenton Scullin Bruce Hughes W. M Mughes Brive Bad Page Moe Bence

Mouat Tragedy Brother Charged With Murder

Ivan Mouat appeared in the Children s Court on Thursday charged with the murder of his brother Archie Mouat. The mutilated body was found in a creek near Sandown Park racecourse. He was remanded for a fortnight.

Melbourne Ivan_Mouat Children’s Court Archie Mouat Sandown Park

Ferry Disaster at Circular Quay Claims Elderly Woman

Sydney crowds faced a ferry crash at Circular Quay on Thursday. The Kareela bound for the Zoo and Balmoral struck the P and O Wharf at 1230 pm, killing Mrs. Mary Brown aged 65 and injuring four generations of another family, including a baby with severe head injuries and eye damage. Harry Murphy died later that day, while Irene Murphy and Elizabeth Smiles and Kenneth Smiles sustained multiple injuries.

Sydney Circular Quay Zoological Gardens Balmoral P. and O Elizabeth Smiles Petersham Kenneth Smiles Zoo Vancouver

Port Smash Inquiry Finds No Further Action

Adelaide reports the railways commission concludes a full inquiry into the Port Adelaide commercial road station smash of Monday. It cites misjudgment on distance by one rail official and notes another with 43 years service also has a clean record. no further action will be taken.

Adelaide Railways Commissionery Commercial Road Port Adelait

War Clouds Over China Threats and Refugees in Shanghai

Reuters dispatch from Shanghai reports no train links to Pekin without local approval while four trains with troops moved to an unknown destination. War seems uncertain but risk exists. Wu Pei Fu's approval and funds affect any conflict. Refugees flood foreign settlements as British and American ships prepare to sail. Canton notes Sun Yat Sen's waning influence amid heavy taxation and merchant-led resistance. arms seized, taxes imposed, strikes, and store closures signal a critical situation.

Reuter Shanghai Pekin Tiichum Che Kiang la Yung Haiang Wu Pei Fu Chi Hseih Yuan Tuchun Kiangsu Wei Hai Wei Chefoo Canton Sun Yat Sen South China iMerchants

City Motor Crash injures guardedly narrowly escaped Adelaide

A Thursday motor collision in Adelaide at Glen­tromd road and Hutt Street involved Mr Gray and Dr Bettier of Mell aly. The near side back wheel of Lijcher’s car was stripped. Gray’s front was damaged. Both cars seen at about 20 mph. no one injured.

Adelaide Mr. Gray Dr. Bettier Mellaly Glen Tromd Road Hutt Street Lr. Lijcher Sherink

Squizzy Taylor Granted Release After Short Sentence

Melbourne court holds no justification for indeterminate term for Leslie Taylor nicknamed Squizzy. He has served six months of a St Kilda bench sentence and will be released. Justice Mann announced the decision today.

Melbourne Mann Leslie Taylor St. Kilda

Ebor Handicap Outcome at York Victory by Mahvex

In York England the Ebor Handicap over one mile and three quarters was won by Mahvex by three lengths from Norseman and Geinturon among twenty starters. The race carried betting around 46 to 1, with Norseman in second and Deiklrion third. A Witney girl Nesta Lilian Picket, ten, was fatally injured when struck by a motor lorry, lingering 12 hours after the accident.

Reuter London Wedueadiy York Mahvex Gardner Norseman Donoghue Geinturon Weston Marven Stoy Deiikliron Theer Nesta Lilian Picket Witney

Also Mentioned on This Page

Elusive Buckley Burke Australian Exhibition of Manufactures Develop Australia League South Australia Industrial Covent Garden F.E.D. and F.A. Ballot General World News Citizens’ Effort Royal Despatch Racing Case Thin GOLF Prince America ROYAL Berlin Mr. T. M. Burke Eve Adelaide Racing South Australian Telephones Ferries McKenzie Harry Murphy Duncan Motors, Ltd J. Feineler Port Pirie Frankin Street England R. G. Gibson Port Piase Benson
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