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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 09, 1919
Page
1
An independent labor party voices opposition to direct action while socialists in Congress hear an organized briefing. The section notes that five socialist congress members were informed of the opinion.
London Thursday edition reports Independent Labour Party stance on revolution and parliamentary governance. It argues socialism benefits from existing system and warns against irrelation, urging cautious steps toward industrial change and representation.
City council members debated tax increases proposing higher rates across wards with 4 Hs added for inner wards. Details show proposed salary bumps for town staff and officials as the measure faced amendments and questions about burden shares.
Local records show overdraft issues totaling near £3,000 with potential rise toward £5,000. Officials discussed a possible revision of property values in Pork Street and reviewed interviews with bank managers to assess the situation and determine next steps.
The town council presented a year end statement of receipts and expenditure detailing rates arrears and miscellaneous items and listing amounts for works, cemetery, health, and municipal properties. Special rate may be struck. motion debated on extending finances and raising funds for health and extended services.
The meeting noted J. S. Geddes as mayor with council vacancies and noted efforts to fill seats. Officials expressed hope for amicable work, discussed duties of council and ratepayer concerns, and urged government funding for main roads and town projects while reviewing train and freight arrangements and upcoming public works orders.
Fragmentary OCR text references commissions and committees, street works at Alexander street and Austral Buildings, finance and loans, public notices, and utility reports. Mentions CP Cockburn, Electrics, and a town surveyor.
Fragmentary text references Allies defying a peace violation claim tied to a 200000 unit note or loan. Mentions Germany and Brest lines, a treaty, and a postwar control mission. unclear source context and dates.
A fire erupted at the Central Hotel causing water damage and gutting a large shed once used as stables. Fire crews fought the flames through the night, with witnesses noting smoke and heat as authorities stabilized the scene.
Anas and Water ford officials arrived at Pirie for a meeting with ASOS and Mintend to depart for Whaalar. A Stile conference of the ATGA will be held in Pirie next Easter as 60 of 70 delegates from the Sranches are expected to assemble.
Fragmented OCR reads show discussion in the German National Assembly on a capital tax plan. The treasurer proposed a levy rising from 40 to 80 per cent on a sliding scale with aim to fund state revenues. Debate notes 20 percent capital revenue targets and a possible abolition of a prior tax.
London reports the Brussels dispatch noting deliberations at the League of Nations. The conference recommended steps to promote youth and international law norms, with a future session planned in Bonn.
A garbled report outlines a miners strike and potential government intervention. It mentions Mr Hague and a plan to meet Sunday, with references to industrial movement, potential sales, and calls for voluntary labor. The piece lists various names and places in a muddled fashion, reflecting a period of labor tension and possible policy responses by authorities.
Fragmented report notes a standard suit service in London with references to price 110 tranes and TDHS viot. It mentions 80,000 units manufactured and subsidies avoided. Details unclear due to garbled OCR but indicates ongoing production and pricing.
Council reviewed a grant of £240 for soldiers' welfare and work. £140 had been spent by December with about £200 remaining at current rate. To use all funds, more workers would be hired or a time extension sought. On motion, Hawkins supported employing more men to exhaust the full amount before December 34.
Fragmentary OCR text hints at a cable dispute or filing described as a special case. The fragment mentions an opinion and a 40 unit measure, but lacks clear names, dates, or locations to identify parties or outcomes. Further readable context is needed to form a precise, entity-rich summary.
In a London session the Commons debated Indian autonomy with Montague and ministers urging gradual surrender of control. They discussed the November timetable for India and January 1991 elections, with plans for a partly self governed framework and an electorate to be created.
The article lists committee members including Crs Hovkies Cookburm Gampnell Werte and Crs Piniloll Jemkins Yay eb Threadgold Bleuitje Light Nopkins Campy hoi Maytiehy Ware. It presents a structured slate for local organizational task forces.
The South Australian Gas Company faces claims of suppressed wages from employees. The dispute references possible unrest in Nielbowie and potential wider spread, with the company asked to raise pay to a noted extent.
In Napier the president and secretary of the Pork Pris branch of the Amaiamane society were reelected following a lawn event. They traveled from Port Birly aboard OowloWier 2 to attend Activation Gour and Alesbourne gatherings. Warren was appointed Surveyor and an assistant named BuESEY received a new role at the council meeting.
Reuters reports from Rome that a Socialist group in the Italian Chamber of Deputies provoked a clash severe enough to force the president to adjourn. Signor Travis de guinea led aggressive attacks while Socialist deputies endured violence, pushing for resolution and stability.
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