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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 15, 1925
Page
1
A review lauds the brilliant soprano Madame Suensser, praising her voice and expressive power. The article notes strong audience reaction and anticipates a notable operatic career, with an upcoming recital in Sydney featuring a wide repertoire.
A report notes a government plan to award a large road grant to states and related funding, with figures in the hundreds of millions. It mentions a conference of responsible ministers held in Melbourne around February 1 to discuss effective methods of allocation and administration of grants.
A balcony on a Romnand sixth site near the Town Hall fell during the morning, startling pedestrians in King Wilhanstrer. No injuries were reported though debris damaged the veranda and a wheel. witnesses described a noisy crash and falling ironwork. Authorities investigated the accident and noted ongoing restoration concerns.
A Adelaide deputation from the Trades and Labor Council urged government to compel workers in government service to join unions and to limit benefits to unionists. They argued federal awards favor unionists and sought state industrial law changes to mirror that stance. The premier promised consideration, with newspaper representatives excluded from the briefing.
New Port Pirig town council opens for the 1926 financial year with a newly elected mayor and five councillors. The mayor and councillors are welcomed by Town Clerk Mr Ke E Garret ter, who notes retirements and urges harmony and continued ratepayer service. The mayor outlines road issues and defends rate levels, stressing the council will pursue practical town improvements this year.
Writs issued for Thomas Walsh and Jacob Johannsen claim £20,000 each against the Commonwealth Government Stanley Melbourne Bruce and Robert Walter Yates. Total writs amount to £150,000 with Kat Dr Evatt retained for plaintiffs as action begins in the High Court. The State Government of New South Wales sues to recover possession of Garden Island during the argument in practice.
Monday in Hoghampton Aylin James Weeding was charged with murdering his father after a confrontation. The boy stated he was playing with a gun and that a trigger pulled by a brother led to the fatal shot while the father lay on a bed. A neighbor reported an argument and the father cried out before the shot. Arthur was questioned by investigators.
A Western Australia constable recounts a fatal shooting at Sydney Memadt where a man named Pranely Gan Winghith, believed to be the victim, was hit in the head. Bystanders helped the injured man, a revolver found nearby, and initial notes suggest possible suicide though details remain unsettled. The injured man was taken to hospital but remained unconscious.
The Soumontown Council granted a request to improve beach facilities including verandahs and shelter sheds. Plans consider painting shelters, adding tents, and possibly a new tolling house. a band stand was discussed but vetoed. Finance shows substantial labour and brick-cart work costs, with by law and road rule issues debated along with charity street collection for Port Geemele injuries. The next council meeting is set for a month hence.
Intense heat gripped Port Pirie yesterday with temperatures peaking at 106 degrees. A mild north wind reduced the worst effects later in the day and forecasters expect continued warm to hot conditions.
Walter Mood secretary of the Australian Meat Industry Employers Union visited Port Pirie amid complaints over late shifts and no overtime. He urged freezing plants at slaughterhouses to allow after six, or for employers to pay overtime or implement chilling to keep meat sanitary and ready by morning. Mood proposed a cooperative abattoir model similar to Brighton and Glenelg to improve hygiene and efficiency.
A small audience at Advandum Theatre interrupted Maudie Elbel Sagiasur with giggles and bottle clinks during her brief performance of To Mere the Gentle Lark. Most patrons applauded after the final song as the Australian singer finished despite the disruption caused by a few couples and a bored manager.
Adelaide dispatch reports vacancies for constables and mounted men amid a drive to fill posts. Brigadier General and Police Commissioner testify that funds cover the force’s minimums, with height and weight standards discussed and Miller of Port Adelaide noted as possibly the state's tallest officer.
Mrs. Marion Bell and her infant daughter began a journey from Brisbane to Sydney by car after traveling 4,700 miles from Perth. She recounted many thrilling experiences with locals in the Northern Territory during the overland trip.
The Mayor Dr J G Fitaseraldy ALPhen and the avvocary of Me Mood discussed abattoirs introduction in Pirie. No definite opinion given yet as council will consider the matter and may issue a clearer statement later.
Wellington report states Onyx broke the trotting world record by covering a mile and a half in 3 minutes 19 seconds on Saturday, surpassing the previous mark set in Wellington on April 19. The article also mentions remarks by Mr. Moor about fair treatment in claims and a note on Christmas trade hours and meat deliveries around Christmas and Boxing Day.
A halfhearted conference in Taast night brought together mass butcher factions and union representatives including Mood and Mr Towsary. The meeting focused on improving conditions and resulted in a friendly tone with a thorough working understanding announced at its close.
Port Pirie Town Council decides not to raise rates for the next year forecasting about £48,000 revenue and £7,000 for health administration. Debate centers on sanitary work costs and equitable taxation for properties with septic tanks. Motion to keep the rate unchanged carried unanimously.
Sydney reports Leonard Puddifoot, who killed at Arnelitte over a decade ago and sparked political controversy on his post sentence fate, has been deported on a liner to Sydney. Authorities declined to comment as plans for work in a Melbourne stokehold were noted and passenger records reflected withheld tag.
A fierce blaze at Balmain gutted the Granton Knitting Mills, a brick building with heavy machinery, employing about 100 hands. An easterly breeze drove dense smoke over the town’s busy business district, drawing thousands as flames and flames lit the night sky.
About 6000 signatories in Adelaide appeal for commutation of the death sentence of Walter James Forbes for the murder alleged at the muster of his day. The large petition highlights public concern and calls for clemency from authorities.
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