14 Dec 1945
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 14, 1945
Page
1
Whyalla shipyard workers halt unloading a 170 ton fabricated steel cargo from a Pirie barged barge awaiting federal guidance from Jim Healy. Talks with Broken Hill Proprietary officials follow as the union seeks instruction deterring possible blacking of the shipment.
Pirie district cricket resumes with South facing Cubs on No 1 pitch and East meeting North on No 2 pitch at Memorial Oval. Teams selection lists include numerous players across North East South Colts and Railways with umpires Messrs Benn, White, Bannon, Smith and others.
New South Wales Graziers' Association general council urged rejecting a United States loan to Britain. They proposed instead an Empire lend-lease scheme be developed to supply aid through the commonwealth.
Misses Gwen and dea Atwell return to Pirie from Adelaide after ten days away. Harbison elected event and Mr. T. Croxton secretary of the Moonla sub-branch of Returned Servicemen's League. E H Othains of Adelaide to return today. Hospital patients include T Wilson and RO Couzer plus E P Eckersley in medical ward. D J Underwood resumes duties at Solomontown Pharmacy Solomontown.
Canberra announces eight days of leave for military personnel starting Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. The policy applies to service members in camps across the Commonwealth and those in forward areas off the mainland, with essential duty personnel excluded.
Melbourne notes show men s doubles semi final results with J Crawford and D Pails defeating M J Harper and Le Brodie 6 3 6 4 4 6 3. Mixed doubles quarter finals include Hopman and Hopman beating Maggs and Whittaker 6 4 6 4 Bromwich and Fitch defeating Newcombe and Burtin 6 4 6 1 Long and Bolton defeating Barnes and Protor 3 1 6 2 6 3.
Indonesian Deputy Governor Amir said Sumatra supports Dr Soekamo and Sutan Sjahrir, denying separate policy or talks with outside authorities. He noted strong sentiment in Sumatra and Java backing the cabinet, while the Sumatra government pursues murder suspects in a case tied to a British major and a worker found near Padang.
London dispatch says the 20th Indian Division Tinirsdas Brigade, stationed in Indo China, will leave January 1 for Morotai to relieve Australian troops of occupational duties, according to the Saigon correspondent of the American Associated Press.
Rome reports that German forces looted industrial machinery and raw materials worth £220 million after the Italian surrender. The seizure affected multiple sites as Allied authorities monitored the act and its implications for postwar reconstruction.
New York report says provisions are being made to bring overseas wives of American servicemen and their children to the United States in decommissioned hospital ships. Transport of European brides may begin in February, but no date is set for those in Pacific countries.
Sydney reports a nursing sister Florence Gudrey was sentenced to 12 months imprisonment in Katoomba Court after acquitting Nat Younie of manslaughter. The charge stemmed from alleged failure to provide timely medical care for a sick child who died. An appeal was noted.
A wide range of church activities across Pirie are outlined for Christmas season. Congregational services feature choirs led by Miss Wills and Mr Jod with sermons by visiting ministers. Central Mission Choir assists a Methodist fete at Port Germein, while Christmastide programs span Presbyterian, Lutheran, Baptist, and Church of Christ groups with Sunday school, youth activities, and Christmas gatherings.
Town Hall reports £39 19 10 received from Beltish guest envelope drive held Sunday for Feed for Britain. Including receipts from the envelope shire, funds pass £100 in two days. A £50 donation was received from Conn Stores. Parcels left at the town hall, and cash donations will be received at The Recorder Office. Fund position remains to be assessed.
Sydney jury acquits Anilin duty O'Keefe, a wheat laborer, of the murder of Keoph Pate. He pleads not guilty to the murder of Henry O'Cannor and to wounding two others in a shootout at Paddington apartments on September 17. The case concerns a fray involving multiple alleged assaults.
A two year old girl at Halliday street Risdon Park unearthed a powdered poison stored for years. Mrs Riddle alerted a doctor after fearing ingestion. The child was taken to Pirie Hospital for stomach tests and observation, with discharge expected today. Local hospital staff and Red Cross transport were involved in the incident.
Residents endured extreme heat as shade temperatures spiked to 110 degrees with north wind and sun. The mercury peaked after noon then dipped to 100 by mid afternoon amid a dust storm and a brief shower. Solventown Red offered coal drinks and ice as the town marked a rare three figure reading this season.
Charles Dight Barlow a 54 year old medical practitioner was remanded in Mackay Court on a murder charge. The case involves Mrs Leto Doris Crakeim a 28 year old widow from GF Murgon Mackay cay Decombut 7.
The Nurses Board of South Australia released results with Pearl Lake of Pirie Hospital earning a credit. Passes were also gained by Marjorie Blundell Florence Miriam, Joan Williamson and others. Local celebrations followed as the community noted notable nursing achievements.
Shipping notices list arrivals and departures with vessel names and origins. Port movements include ships like Elder, Smith and Steamy ship Go Ltd, from Nutbourne and Port Lincoln routes. Projected arrivals reference Melbourne and Mountis paths with weekly timetables and water level notes.
Tomorrow’s racing card features Somerton Trial and Midmnbay Handicap with runners such as Athol Star Tyrone Caulfield and Livasions Chief Greensborough Murray Handicap contenders include Adan Turbolton and Mordialloe Stakes entry Tinsybody Vaninka Cup Private Chat and Welter options. Other notable picks include Flash of Fire Oxford Sheet and Cheltenham Handicap entries Carey and Yatward John.
Canberra announces a Pacific air commission to run a full passenger mail and freight service between Britain and Australia and New Zealand. Minister A S Drakeford said United Wing would be included on the commission and details were outlined tonight in the report.
Adelaide report states Ackland-Horman, a medical practitioner of South Road Black Forest, was found guilty by a jury of driving a motor car in a dangerous manner resulting in a youth’s death. He was remanded for sentence tomorrow by Mr Justice Reed in the Criminal Court.
Manila reports a military court has sentenced six of seven Japanese and five Filipinos to death by hanging for the killing and burying of two American fliers at Cedu city. Witness Sut Takeo Kawaii said he acted under orders to kill the fliers and provided evidence that led to mercy recommendations for some defendants.
Weather and time data cover solar times and temperatures with recent highs and lows. Barometer readings, lunar phase notes, coupons for meat tea butter sugar, and forthcoming issues are listed alongside state temperatures for several Australian cities.
AG Melemas stationmaster says trains will bring food liners to Pirie and other produce via passenger trains. No appreciable vegetable shortage expected as goods arrive regularly. About 118 tons of coal to Adelaide today completes a 520 ton Pirie branch consignment for Adelaide stocks. An additional train will reach Adelaide by 12:30 pm. I plan to return to the city from Ellen Street at 5:10 pm. A passenger to the city tomorrow and Monday mornings at 8:45.
Traders expressed concern on Wednesday over moving general goods to Pirie for Christmas. Mayor W H L Threadgold spoke by phone with Sir Richard Butler, chairman of the Liquid Fuel Control Board, about obtaining motor fuel for emergency services. Butler refused, saying Pirie is well served by rail and not in need of petrol. He added gas supplies would be looked after if shortages occur.
At the Pirie Trades and Labor Council monthly meeting in W W F Hall on a Wednesday night the continued support of the voluntary levy approved at Wanass Weeting on November 15 was urged. The levy aims to assist employees of the Port Kimb le works of Broken Hill Proprietary Company. C L Davis presided, with Tf Huntley addresser and Newcastle disputes committee member and Federated Engine Drivers and Firemen's Association member.
Domestic wits certificates have been earned by Solomontown School pupils Barbara Vowles Joan Dalla way Margaret Dowle Margaret Jose Enid Hawke Pauline Merlino Joyce Koeb Velma Warwick and Peggy Bee.
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