12 Dec 1927
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 12, 1927
Page
1
Fragmentary report describes a double tragedy at the residence of Will sm Alexander Poster, age 37, with a young son and others. A man allegedly killed his wife with an axe and then died by self inflicted action amid a chaotic scene.
Fragmentary report describes tension between white and Black communities over school policies. It notes claims that Native and mixed-race students were excluded from state schools and faced barriers stemming from local leaders and associations.
The High Court in Sydney yesterday reserved judgment on Donald McKinnon, editor of the Northern Standard, in an appeal over alleged libel. Justices Roberts previously ordered McKinnon held in custody up to a stated term, but the High Court altered the detention duration, ruling that confinement should not exceed several months.
A car carrying five passengers dashed recklessly through Meidelbars and Ivanhoe today. The vehicle struck a verandah, pulling in a telegraph pole and electric wires as it sped away. Police pursued, two men resisted, and a flag belonging to an officer helped subdue them. Proceedings begun against the pair.
Detectives arrested a man at Rousington with 40 pounds on his person, tied to the Fitzroy clerks robbery case. Earlier, Susnet-Graesk Wilson, linked to several alleged offenses, was charged with the offense on Friday evening.
A damaged report recalls an event at the Naval Agricultural Loweky Grounds with Sir Dudley We Exvellaney noting progress due to machinery. He praises modern artisans and contrasts today’s ease with past century’s hard toil, while the Minister of Trade and Case toma discusses protection and Australian manufacturing.
A Sydney Sunday News summary notes unrest among the Nghiinig people on Sonlog Island. Passenger on the Makambo reports ongoing hostilities with Santos Ivan bays Wad. natives have been bitten and killed during clashes. Chiefs are named as involved in the conflict, with further details to follow.
Melbourne's first meeting of hare coursing opened at Tottenham with about 45,000 spectators present. events were incomplete and betting volumes noted. Proposals to end betting and netting restrictions were discussed, with expectations of future prohibitions after royal assent.
United States observers note London press warnings of a German monetary crisis next year to fund reparations. Leading European journals cite a potential £40 million loan on Wall Street and suggest American capital may shift to stabilize markets. Analysts argue that agriculture and investment demand will test government policy and foreign credit in coming years.
Fragmented OCR notes mention Japanese air force units, numbers of companies, pursuit and bombing units, and staffing totals. The legible items reference 26 companies, 11 aviation units, 8 300 men, and 9 joint formations, with mentions of scout and bomber elements and multiple unit types.
Sydney reports that eleven trunks and a number of wagons were derailed by a snypalhoe near Trung yesterday. The accident left three tracks usable and the line likely to be blocked for several days, disrupting service and delaying trains.
United Service reports in Washington that Senate investigators probe alleged bribes involving Mexican officials and U S diplomats. The New York American cites evidence of gifts and payments tied to Mexican authorities, with Hearst papers noting a lack of direct confirmation from American agents. The report suggests limited access to corroborating parties and uncertain conclusions about the funds involved.
Londol Saturday witnessed a premiere event described as the greyb eet greyhound triumph of the season. About a thousand people attended as rival dogs competed amid dazzling lights and a vast display. The crowd roared as the sport began with dramatic excitement and celebratory scenes before a disturbance paused the spectacle.
The Beosen Smelters Association held a well attended gathering presided by Mr AV. Roucher. Plans praised for expanding Maple Centre and supporting education and training of youth, with emphasis on scholarships, industrial growth, and community welfare.
A garbled report recounts Lindbergh receiving a medal amid praise for his aviation feat. The account mentions a national hero, wartime context, and long travel, noting a 38 000 mile journey and a dramatic ceremony with public attention. The text is fragmented with odd spellings and unclear details.
A fragmentary report describes a royal visit by the King and Queen of Afghanistan arriving with their suite in a convoy of three employ cars. The procession included the SBME Lan casters Regiment and a goat drawn from Bashan feagines, timed by observers as a ceremonial display. Messages from the front appear to reference the King and detachments from the Vireway of Tudia.
In a year marked by study and effort a scholarship valued at £90 has been established for nine terms of year. The prize honors students with high marks as the committee, including Messrs Wilson and Poe, recognized contributors and worthy service. The gathering included thanks to W Huttenson and others, with the chair presenting awards during a public interval.
The League council endorses Lithuania and Latvia in a tentative settlement noting that a state of war with Poland is not implied and calls for gradual, good faith negotiations. It cites Lithuania’s complaints about treatment of Lithuanians, recognizes Estonia’s independence, and urges continued dialogue and restraint until a formal pact is reached.
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