16 Dec 1921
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 16, 1921
Page
1
Minutes from the Pirie Hospital board meeting note attendance by J RamRay president and others. They discussed vacancies, proposed staff appointments, ward appeals, and infection control measures, with nurses and assistants named and staff shortages outlined.
The Washington report cites Judge Saati predicting India’s path to dominion status within a decade. He forecasts a shift similar to Canada’s current setup, with Britain granting full internal self government and a major turn away from Gandhi’s noncooperation. He warns Britain should surrender most dominion powers to India soon.
Thurissy Buney reports an inquest into the death of Laven Crosby following a home accident that led to a motor car collision on December 3. The coroner found the cause to be manslaughter after a trial.
The Inspiator General's Department is told that Charge Nurse Parker will retire on December 22 for Pirie. Pim-Plot's Limited offered to supply six items at £8 each. Messrs Rumeny, twokins, with Dower to act, were named visitors. Cockburn and Blighs named as Visiting members for the month and authorized to dispense with usual Christmas rites. The secretary is to forward current committee names for reappointment. Medawhson moved to record appreciation for the president, secretary, matron, and staff.
Company applies for wage variation citing promised increases for skill as part of wage negotiations. Renee with LNmens reports on promised increases tied to skill upgrades and productivity commitments.
In a Commonwealth arbitration hearing before Mr Justice Powers, the Port Pirie wage case features the Amalgamated Society of Engineers, boilermakers, carpenters and shipbuilders, with recommendations to base wages on the past twelve months figures and a possible interim rate. The court plans a visit to Port Pirie to assess local conditions and housing before deciding on the base wage.
In Melbourne Tuesday Mr Justice Powers heard the Australian Workers' Union delegation on Mt Lyell Mine hours. Union members underground preferred the 40 and 48 hour arrangement, opposing a shift to 44 hours. The court considered the workers' opinion and set a six month trial of the arrangement, with 64 hours to come automatically on February.
The president of Lic Minis Hospital, Ronyd Last nlelt stiled, waited upon the superintendia at Wa Zinehope regarding hospital fans. The Smeltens Co had supplied six fans but they proved useless. Only one remained in working order after attempts to replace with 81/40/ Sor Bros. A reply from Me Somerset said the fans, if properly tended, would have given service, but they were not suitable for alternating current. The president noted hospital staff had grown tired of tending the fans, suggested new ones at about £40, and proposed desk fans for special cases. A motion to send a regretful letter to Mr Somerset and clarify the position was carried.
Jury returns not guilty verdict on conspiracy charges against 42 Mindura residents accused of conspiring to assault Grant Hervey on October 25. The 42 pleaded guilty to common assault. sentencing adjourned to January. Company and miners discuss 44 hour work policy and price of copper amid changing conditions and potential wage impact.
Washington dispatch reports progress at the disarmament conference with calls to reduce battleships and retain Japan’s battleship limits. The United States seeks a measured ratio and emancipation from foreign control while noting ongoing negotiations and delegation actions in Washington.
Adelaide hearing reveals respondent seven recounts kiss incidents with Miss Carver amid adultery allegations. Witness details visits to Mr Lane's sitting room, spending claims denied, and exchanges about age and reputation as court adjourns.
A contested tender for installing an X-ray plant at Pirie Hospital Boat was closed November 30. Secretary E Sailer of the Inspector General of Hospitals reported tenders to be considered an artelze ram with an order placed in the hands of the sudotsstal lend.
Reuters reports that in the Wirieungadi district about 400 Moplah rebels have offered to surrender. They seek known conditions for surrender as government forces move to follow the example and quell the uprising in the region.
A deputation from the Adelaide Trades and Labour Council met with Premier Mr Hi N Barwell to urge that wage board and arbitration awards be honoured and that a special session of Parliament be called to legislate the Mauskrin Code provisions. The Premier stressed that increases would be paid from gazetted dates, with delays noted for certain workers. The deputation urged prompt action on railways drivers, builders, timber workers, and other trades included in the wage schedules.
ADELAISE Thursday reports from Government Statistician W Johnston detail that 36 662 acres of vines produced 70 434 tons of grapes last year, with wine output reaching 7 893 346 gallons. Drying and raisin production declined, while total vineyard production value reached £550 000 amid a notable increase in wine and grape processing. The area under potatoes fell slightly, and overall production rose toward long-term averages.
Monsignor Healy, a dignitary of a religious order in South Australia, died Thursday morning in Adelaide. The early report notes his high standing within the church and his service to the community.
Unclear report shows grasshoppers reaching Gawler with damage noted on Thursday. Details are fragmentary with uncertain timing and scope of impact.
The institute was packed as Pine Public School presented year end entertainment. Verogram and the evening earned hearty applause from readers and staff, with H Edwards Borgam and the helpers praised for guiding the children’s musical education.
Report on a municipal drain issue reveals leaks in hospital drainage joints. Inspector General authority questioned water tightness. board orders reviews and disclosure via cabinet news. The Times notes this reflects official opinions not those of the newspaper.
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