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Newspaper

Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Aug 31, 1938

Page

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Coal Miners Give Leaders Power To Call Strike

In New South Wales and Victoria meetings today miners voted to empower their leaders to call a general strike if needed to press the agreed claims. The demands include a six hour day, a one day week, a pension of two pounds weekly at age sixty, and fourteen days of paid holiday per year. Secretary W Orr said owners hold coal stocks enough for only a few weeks.

Sydney New South Wales Victoria Kurri Kurri W. Orr The Miners’ Federation

Coal warned as miners strike hits Maitland field

J C McGann of the Northern Colliers Association urged miners to push back on costly claims. He cited widespread strike disruption at Maitland collieries reducing output and wages, warning contracts expiring could leave workers with less employment and hurt NSW coal trade amid rising power competition from rail and electricity.

Sydney Biome J.C. McGann Northern Colliers’ Association Princi Maitland Maitland Coalfield Wales

400 Exhibits in Court Adelaide Case Hearing

Norwood High School and private premises were looted of numerous items. Two young men faced charges of breaking and entering in Norwood Court. The court ordered the seizure of the stolen goods valued at about £40. Items included ties, shirts, pillows, utensils, and other domestic articles. The defendants faced further charges related to the thefts and involvement in the burglary. The case noted the complexity and breadth of the alleged thefts across several locations.

Adelaide Norwood High School Norwood Court Mier Mesias Lb Wanda Tusbues Iad Beard Eviabanen Kelsie Thomas Hading Draken Amd

Wave Sweepts Two Men to Death at Sea

A fishing party faced a deadly wave off Port Stephens when two men drowned and two others were swept offshore. Witnesses from Weston and Suimwwod described a heavy surf, with several drifting items and alarms raised by bystanders as authorities investigated the tragedy.

Sydney Tursdlay Thay Netsing Bos Port Staphens Charles Prescott Weston Edward Jones Ne Burr

Appeal Too Late Life Sentence Appealed After 13 Years

In Adelaide on a Tuesday the Full Court refused to allow a man convicted of a serious crime to appeal the 13 year term after he failed to lodge an appeal within the 10 day window. Justices ruled the Governor and Chief Justice noted there was no new evidence or grounds to grant review. The decision closes any further appeal on the existing sentence.

Adelaide Pall Court George Marraghier Napier John Gharles Batetek Tims Stewart Song Rinthey Sgttioud Ronnie Soy Jodee Cata Stewarts Watt Supreme Cowrd Clara Zanker Mr. Crane Tie Lin Mr. Milhouse Crane Craneford W. Crane Tenrge Crane Shawn James Mill~ Fouse Mota

Plan to settle Jews in Australia sparks migration proposal

Melbourne reports a proposal for extensive Jewish migration from Get- Prat Meanssieh with permits to move soon. The plan envisions a larger migrant intake than prior efforts and discusses government, Jewish community, and transport support to settle and integrate newcomers in Australia.

Australia Melbourne Fo Iitay Enon i Amonien

Inmates and staff named across Adelaide region aid and arrivals

A scrambled list notes inmates at Leopold Ward and Millaide Hospital with three weeks’ stay and others at Pirie Hospital. It mentions Crystal Brook Show plans by St John Arcbd ance Brigade and a medical ward transfer at Hirle Hospital. Passenger list outlines Adelaide Whyalla air service with several travelers and routes.

Lil Wadhan Melensten Leopold Ward Millaide Hospital Notinson Gladstont Pirie Hospital AW. Lihou Pes Wule Hanis Wy “Ousins Zubrive St. Johnn Arcbdance Brigade Crystal Brook Show Fosay

Flying Antarctic venture plans by Sir Hubert Wilkins

The article describes Sir Hubert Wilkins planning a voyage to Antarctica aboard a versatile Northrop Delta plane capable of wheels skis or floats. He aims to reach Cape Town then cross the Southern Ocean toward 80 degrees south, following the coast with a landing near a field where the craft could be tested.

Thahert Wiking Syndnay America Timin Casey Wal Imbert Wilkins Capetown Antarctica Northrop Belta Mr. Casey Mobert Wilkin

Weather data briefs report yesterday temperatures

The thermometer showed a high of 72.9 degrees and a low near 33 degrees. The 24 hour period ending at 4:30 am recorded the minimum temperature.

Woman Struck On Head In Adelaide Yard Attack

Miss Thomas says a backyard assault in Adelaide last Tuesday left her with two lumps on the head and no handbag grab motive. She recalls an unseen man struck her from behind, suggesting a deliberate attack rather than robbery, dating back five years to a similar incident.

Totay

Divorce Granted to Venita Varden in Oakie Suit

In Hollywood Tuesday Venita Varden, once an usherette at York Theatre, won a divorce from Jack Oakie amid allegations of a quarrelsome marriage. The article notes her prior beauty contest win and details a nighttime assault incident she endured while walking home near Cheltenham Station, describing the attacker as tall, wearing a navy overcoat and hat, who fled after she screamed.

Hollywond Jack Oakle Venita Varden Ste Wax al Leimperedane Oakle York Theatre Thomas

Dragnet Versus Hook and Line Sparks Coast Debate

In South Australia the dragnet and hook and line dispute deepens over waters near Port Pirie and Wallaroo. A government ban on certain line fishing prompted protests from local anglers while observers report juvenile fish captured by dragnets, signaling potential harm to Mah fish stocks in Spencer Gulf.

Hook Spencer Gulf Nhewe Lonath Thor Cortal Gulf Pho Smateur Catherel Pirie Yacht Club W. J. Williams Pine West

Letters on Dragnet Mesh Alteration Suggested by Fishermen

A deputation led by the Pirie Amateur Fishermen's Association argues that dragnet use kills many small fish and harms birds. They urge the Fisheries Inspector to allow mesh depth changes, proposing a 3 ft upper section and adjusted net measures to preserve small fish while preventing waste.

A. P. Rlesing FW. Moorhouse J. 8. Richardson Pirlu Amateur Fishermen's Association Medardson Ile Moorhouse Pirie Immedia Ely Una Ty Pasa

Car and Truck Collision Hospitalizes Four In Perth

Four men were injured when a vehicle collision occurred near Southern Chrome town. Injured are Arnold Tarris consulting engineer D J Martin A C Barrow and D Martin all hospitalized with injuries.

Perth Turslay Crome Tota Messrs Arnold Tarris D. J. Martin A.C. Barrow D. Martin

Brighton Test Ends In Narrow Australia Defeat

Australian batters struggle as Sussex gain a lead after a tense exchange. Brown falls for 45 while Barnett shines. In Australia`s second innings Barnet and co. push hard but fall short, leading to a hard fought first innings score from Sussex and a complex chase by Australia.

Brighton Sussex Australia Brown Barnett

Australia agrees on home consumption wheat price plan

Canberra reports a Commonwealth and state scheme to set a home consumption wheat price of 12 10 a ton for flour. The plan, approved by the Federal cabinet, envisages a Wheat Board to manage funds and determine levy levels while keeping flour prices around 12 10 a ton. States will pass supplementary laws to fix bread prices, creating an Australia-wide scheme without disrupting current trading methods.

Canberra Commonwealth Mier Federal Federal Wheat, ‘Board Sete Federal Board Auskralia Phe Howe Uned Siatth Drie Minster Dour Iexen

Constable Committed For Trial On Robbery Charge

Angaston court hears Constable Frank Hepworth 35 of Willem Seaiken charged with robbery of about £4200 from William Crane. Crown Prosecution outlines a plan with evidence including a diary dairy cash box, a set of distinctive shoe prints, and a note before 1931. A bail of £200 with two £100 sureties granted. case adjourned for trial.

Angastun Mrr. Chamberlain

Wheat and Lead Prices Spar Over Federal Plan

Fragmented OCR notes show debate on wheat and lead prices, quotes on price per bushel and per ton, and discussions of a proposed federal recovery plan. Mentions Mr Lyomw and commitment issues, with vague references to Commonwealth relations and selective investigations.

More Men For Railways Requisitioned By Government

Mr. GC B Anderson submitted to the Government a requisition for additional men for the railways. The announcement came in the Assembly this afternoon via Mr. McIntosh, minister of railways, who said the move aims to adjust working hours and circumvent curb emergencies while restoring service. The Railway Commissioner reported intent to procure more coats for suburban trains to address complaints about shortages.

Adelaide GC. B. Anderson Mclntosh Wade Wade To Éeircumvent Emer Bet Na Meinfon Enanpylass Gommisuiner Mgun Trail

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