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Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 31, 1928

Page

1

Peace in Industry Preparations for the WR The Conference

Melbourne reports a mock election by the ACTU executive to plan a proposed indus trial panel conference. Delegates, nominations due by September 31, and representation quotas for NSW Victoria Queensland South Australia Tasmania Western Australia are set. Ballot progress shows Walsh leading Johansen by about 400 votes with 4000 remaining to count.

Melbourne A.C.T.U Trades and Labor Councils W. J. Duggan Messrs Dyly Davies Miners' Federation of Johanses Tom Walsh Walsh Johansen

Arbitration Act Referendum Debate Divides Australian Unions

In Melbourne the Decert All Australian Labor Congress backed a referendum to decide if the union registered under the Arbitration Court should withdraw from the Court. Some unions opposed, fearing industrial death by own action. The ATU executive was to circularise unions urging a referendum while urging focus on electing a Labor ministry federally, which could alter the Arb Act and nullify the referendum.

Melbourne Eereston ATU

Seamen’s Union Faces Trial Costs Over Johansen Case

Melbourne reports that the Victorian branch of the Seamen's Union has not fixed who bears the defense costs for Jacob Johansen's Sydney court case. The federal body lacks funds, so all branches may contribute. A federal committee meeting in December will decide. Trial costs run about £80 daily, two days total near £1,000, with ballots for general secretary affecting funds.

Melbourne Tinksday Omcals The Seamen's Union Jacob Johansen Sydney Federal Committee of Management Johansen Owue Tion

Deposed Secretary Provokes Union Complaint

The emergency committee of the ACTU considered a letter from H Payne, former secretary of the Collingwood branch of the Australian Labor Party, who claims he was ousted for supporting the All-Australian Union Congress. The committee, assuming Payne’s account, resolved to forward the letter to the central executive and protest the branch’s action.

Melbour H. Payne Collingwood Australian Labor Party All-Austalian Union Congress Payne Becaime Communist Party

Catholic Leaders Welcome Cardinal Cerretti in Sydney

In Sydney Cardinal Cerretti and other Vatican dignitaries were greeted with a grand arrival and street crowds as they were driven to St Marys Cathedral. The Cardinal delivered a Papal message praising the Eucharistic Congress and the Pope’s blessings on Australia. Archbishop Kelly welcomed the visitors stressing the religious nature of the congress.

Sydney Gerrotti St. Mary's Cathedral Cerrell Austra Ln Certetti Australia

Recorder Medal Won by L Belcher in Port Pirie

The Recorder medal for fairest and best in the Port Pirie Football Association was awarded to L Belcher who plays for Solomon Town. Selection by Mr E Tapp drew general approval despite Belcher being off color in the latter matches. Second and third places went to Boundy of St Marks and F Pammerter of Solomontown.

Port Pirie Football Association L. Belcher Solomon Town Mtr. E. Tapp Gene Belcher Selecion Mr. Tapp Boundy St. Marks F. Pammerter Solomontown

Unfortunate nun falls from moving train in Sydney area

Sister Teresa, a 76 year old nun from St. Joseph's Convent Kensington, on her way to the Ewlaristic Congress, fell from a train near Harden station at 4:30 this morning. Her leg was severed and she sustained serious injuries. she was admitted to hospital in critical condition.

Sydney Teresa Agre St. Joseph's Convent Kensington Adelaide Harden Ingiri Ste

Stunt artists protest against notoriety in London

The Variety Artists’ Federation passed a resolution condemning a reported music hall engagement for Miss Jene Savidge, saying the offer hinges on notoriety from recent court proceedings and without it she would not have stage opportunity.

London

Heresy Accusation Rocks Welsh Nonconformist Preacher

London reports unrest in South Wales as Rev. Tom Neissi Williams known as Tom Neissi faces suspension over alleged heresy. A former soldier, Williams drew huge crowds with field meetings and unconventional attire after abandoning indoor conventions to reach larger audiences.

London South Wales Ci Mes Pom Neltyn Willisma R Willams Wales Tom Neissi Suvia Bay Palestine Williame

Motorist opposition to further Melbourne tax plan

Melbourne officials faced strong protest as motorists rejected a proposed 10-8 tax, arguing they already bear the heaviest burden. Officials insist funds would support injured drivers treatment, while critics warn against any new taxation on motorists.

Melbourne Royal Automobie Im Tae

Emigration Ban Declared by Mussolini Regime

Italy’s Foreign Ministry circular states temporary emigration remains allowed but permanent emigration is barred. The fascist government maintains the stance will aid the nation if emigrants leave permanently for the betterment of Italy.

Mussolini Italy Foreign Ministry

Maling Appeal Tentatively Continued by Full Court

The appeal against Silas Young Maling’s conviction and sentence was continued by the Full Court. Judge Ervalt noted many constitutional points to be clarified and suggested remitting the case to the New South Wales court for ruling. The crucial issue identified was the constitutional power of State Parliament to impose punishment. The session began with preliminary arguments.

Sydney Aga Silas ‘Young Maling Asc Stanits

Prest's Ltd Offers Lace Napery and Novelties at Low Prices

Prest's Ltd advertises a large up to date stock of laces napery and novelties with special weekend pricing. Featured items include full size ernie Covered aban at 1/11, children's Zephyr frocks at 1/3, ladies peep hoes and a range of hose at special prices. Inspection invited.

Coal Waste Sparks Labor Call for By-Product Study

In the Victorian Legislative Assembly Mr McKenzie of Wonthaggi argues coal industry crisis and economic waste. He urges expert officers to investigate extracting by-products such as ammonium sulphate, benzol, naptha, creosote, and coal gas, and to consider briquetting black coal to raise value from 25/4 to 3 4/6 per ton.

Melbourne Anld McKenzie Wonthaggi Legiojalre Assembly

Wireless campaign plans announced by millionaire backer

New York reports that J. Darkob, a multi millionaire leading the Democratic drive for the coming presidential election, says his party will spend 1,000,000 in a wireless speaking campaign during the struggle.

New York J. Darkob

Labor Conference Votes Rejected Pan Pacific Secretariat Affiliation

Melbourne trades hall council votes 59 to 2 to reject the All Australian Labor Congress finding on Pan Pacific Secretariat affiliation. It also passes 75 to 39 to reject the Congress finding on the A.W.U. in relation to the trade union movement.

Melbourne Thurada Trades Hall Council All-Australian Labor Congress Pan-Pacific Secretariat A.W U

Boy Killed as Scaffolding Collapses at Burwood Church

Sydney report of a fatal scaffolding collapse at a new Catholic church in Burwood. Siguari, a 45 year old plasterer, was killed when scaffolding 35 feet above him fell on him. Four other workers were seriously injured.

Sydney Recs Siguari New Burwood Siguari Winslow

Melbourne considers trawlers to boost techuupply

Melbourne City Council Superintendent of Markets Mr G. Minna praised New South Wales fish trawling success and urged use of trawlers to improve Melbourne techuupply. He proposed Welshpool basin as the trawling site.

Melbourne New South Wales Melbourne City G. Minna Welshpool

Police Hire Adds Four Detectives in Adelaide Force

Adelaide police announce four officers added to the ejective branch due to heavier workload and a new award. They start on probation Monday. Names include Plainclothes Constable W R McConnell, H Allchurch, E L Fry, and Constable T Packman.

Commercial Fruit and Produce Daily Rates in Ute Market

Wholesale prices for butter creamery and bulk varieties, eggs, cheese, bacon, farmer's goods, live poultry, potatoes and onions. Listed bids show ranges for roosters hens ducks geese turkeys and regional weights with per unit quotes. text garbled but reflects commodity pricing and market items typical of a daily agricultural listing.

Adelaide

Ham Hurricane Devastates Region Amid Starvation Fear

More than 100000 people in the area hit by the hurricane face starvation as crops and livestock are destroyed. Government aid is pledging food, shelter, and reconstruction of roads and bridges, with leadership from Long Borne.

Thenee Ward Haren

Question of licenses in Adelaide assembly

A petition by 71 600 people on licenses for operating race trotting and coursing meetings was presented in the House of Assembly by Mr A Edwards. The petition was read and received amid ministerial smiles.

Adelaide House of Assembly A. Edwards

Tasmanian Meeting Explores Bookmaking Revival

An annual Tasmanian Amateur Jockey Club meeting in Hobart heard strong support for reintroducing bookmakers in Tasmania. Speakers argued licensing could sustain racing while owners and horsemen indicated they would register bookmakers and enter horses for Cup meetings if allowed.

E. M. Johnston Vi Melng Tarmania Verssink Ben Viettory Ron Ver Willy Tasmania

Unfit Migrants and Migration Commission Findings

Melbourne reports that 331 of 188 81 assisted British migrants who went to Australia between January 1 and June 10 were returned to Britain. An assessment panel considered permanent admission options for assisted cases to Australia, while 4 650 medical referees evaluated migrants held in Britain.

Melbourne Thuratay Development and Migration Commission Britain Australia

Railway Meals Stipulation Sparks Assembly Debate

In Melbourne the Minister of Railways Mr Tunnecliffe proposed Victorian Riverina meat for railway refreshment rooms. McKent Mughes of the Nationalists called it a fat row, petty and parochial, arguing it could provoke reprisal from Queensland. Supporters said butchers should not exploit Victorians.

Melbourne T. Tunnecliffe Riverina Kenti Mughes Victorian Legislative Assembly Dle See Tomar Queensland Ain Camas

IMPURE FOODS CASES IN PRESTON COURT

Melbourne Thuretay reports charges against 12 traders for selling squash iodine saveloys vanilla essence alr oil milk butter and cheese alleged to be adulterated or below standard Fines imposed as authorities vow to uphold pure foods standards and prosecute further cases.

Melbourne Thuretay Preston

Metal markets from Adelaide and London Metal Exchange update

Advices show Australian Mines and Metals Association reports metal prices with August quotations. Copper spot and three months fall, electrolytic copper tight, lead steady, tin down, silver mixed with cash and forward shifts. Seeking next month shipment prices remain unchanged for several metals.

Adelaide Australian Mines and Metals Association London Metal Exchange

Toll of the Air. Another Plane Crashes

New York reports that Edward Merrill and Edward Ronne, Buffalo millionaires, departed Ithaca for New York in a Ronne plane. Army officials and searchers scoured the route by air and land after eleven planes were dispatched. The missing men and their machine were later found, with the craft believed to have crashed from a great height and both occupants presumed dead.

New York Edward Merrill Edward Ronne Buffelo Itheca Ronne Bath

Empire Forestry Conference in Adelaide Debates Bureau

Adelaide Thursday session of the Empire Forestry conference chaired by ord Clinton rejected the need for an Imperial Forest Bureau, proposing work be done by existing agencies. A sub committee was named to report on forestry technique to Canberra and another to visit plantations before Saturday departure via Ballarat Victoria.

Adelaide Ord Clinton Empire Forestry Imperial Forest Bureau Exhay Canberra Iran

Modern Young Man Adelm ar in Wyoming match set

Adelm ar, a wrestler known as a modern young man, arrived yesterday and will meet AM Keuffman at the City Buffie Stadium on Saturday. He spoke of his experiences in Wyoming where Milks Yokel once held a short interview. He expressed surprise at the current educational effort and noted the friendly moving spirit. He predicted that the next five years of war would spur young men to recover and stand on their feet for life.

Adelmar Laurence Bihind Yesterdy AM Keuffman Buffie Stadium Wyoming

Appointment of Deputy-Registrar in Port Pirie Court

In Canberra on Thursday Mr A W Lacey asked the Attorney-General about the appointment. The Attorney-General replied that the Local Court clerk at Port Pirie had been appointed to the Deputy-Registrar in Bankruptcy post.

Canberra A.W. Lacey Mali Port Biete Lathan Urres Port Pirie

Epidemic of Robberies in River Murray District

The River Murray district reports a wave of robberies, with a flood of incidents across Urglaen and nearby areas. Police in a motor car search the district, targeting a group operating from four motor cars and involving minor rouse and other locations along the river.

Adelaide Urglaen Motor Ar Rouse Mureay

Governor at Yarcowie Tractor Show

The Governor visited the Yarcowie show yesterday and helped operate a held tractor, remaining actively involved despite the mishap earlier.

Yarcowie Adelaide

Offence on a Girl Reported in Melbourne Trial Noted

The court lists Norman Scull aged 23 in relation to a decently described offence against a girl. Justice Wasley is mentioned as presiding, with details indicating potential sentencing or protective measures for the young victim.

Melbourne Justice Wasley Norman Scull

Ill-fated Crew of L55 Arrives Portsmouth Sep 5

United Service report from LONTION cites the cruiser Charoplon carrying the bodies of the ill-fated submarine L55 crew. The bodies will be taken to Fort Blackhouse head of Submarine Piouil and then to Hasler on September 5, with naval honors to be observed.

United Service Lontion Charoplon L55 Portsmouth Fort Blackhouse Piouil Hasler Naval Honora

Budget Speech by Dr Earle Page Affects States Payments

The budget speech delivers increased Commonwealth payments to the states with a small £13,000 surplus and no tax cuts. Dr Earle Page outlines revenue, debt reduction, and proposed measures including a national insurance scheme with shared costs between the Commonwealth, employers, and employees.

Earle Page Haymral Commonwealth

Stamp Duty on Sheep Deliveries Denied in Assembly

The Legislative Assembly today denied a bill at the request of the Attorney General Mr Slater to impose stamp duty of three pence on sheep delivery notes received at wool wards. The revenue would fund handling for county centre companies recently taken over by the Government after they had fallen into heavy debt.

Melbourne Legislative Assembley Slater

Federal Elections Discussed by Adelaide Premier in House

In Adelaide the Premier told Mr A Edwards that adjourning the House to assist in federal elections had not been considered. The House would not adjourn until its business was completed, he added.

Adelaide Thurdey RL Buberti A. Edwards Ite Dusiness

Stabilising Industry Wharfage Report

A brief notice from Adelaide on wharfage imposed on motor bodies with a reply directed to Mr H C Richards. The item signals industry stabilisation measures discussed on Thursday at the harbour.

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