24 Dec 1945
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 24, 1945
Page
1
A Sydney letter reports that all 60 Australian soldiers missing since 1942 are recovered in Amboina. The writer notes partial bodies found, with 40 heads recovered in a separate hall and others from the same surrender after the fall of Laha on Ambon.
The War Crimes Commission representative in Norway says no British war prisoners were found alive after the conflict. German forces reportedly killed all British captives who fell into their hands, according to the report.
Milan radio reports former German officers inside the Vatican are honored as distinguished figures who retain diplomatic status despite Allied Council requests for expulsion. The broadcast highlights a clash between postwar policy and papal officials amid criticism of ongoing affiliations.
TOKIO Sunday an Allied Army spokesman denied rumors of a plot to assassinate Gen. MacArthur. He noted Japanese petitioning MacArthur to commute Yamashita’s death sentence and warned that if the petition failed some said they might assassinate him. Allied Headquarters dismissed the threat.
Budapest reports a severe famine this winter with deaths exceeding births by about 50 percent. Shortages push up rationing as sugar and meal prices rise while the city endures continued hardship.
Paris radio reports plans for a modernised French army of about 500000 troops supported by 640 personnel as part of a broader defence expansion.
Three crew members are missing from the British freighter Norton, a unit of BR Chap Muatt & Son’s fleet. The ship, bound for Pirie and then to Walled Kingdom via New Zealand ports, was idle at Railway Wharf. Howard Smith Limited could not confirm replacement arrivals as the vessel carried about 3.0 tons of concentrates.
A street collection led by the Junior Red Cross raised funds for Britain. Volunteers manned stands along main streets and sold badges as part of a Red Cross mercy appeal coordinated by Mrs Graham and a committee of local helpers.
New York reports Accowipe Company plans to produce 10 000 small civilian planes next year. The announcement outlines a major expansion in civilian aviation production for 1946.
A large Pirie gathering honored returning servicemen with a Welcome Home event at Pirie Town Hall. Mr. W. Gee and Ald. C. L. Davis led speeches praising the soldiers, with entertainment by Pirie Revue Company and a tribute to Florence Nightingale's followers. The ceremony included a Remembrance tribute and a social by the Country Women’s Association and local bodies.
Tivoli pantomime principals led a strike yesterday during Dick Whittington after an ousting incident of showgirls, as protests disrupted the children's school event and cast doubt on the performance schedule.
A large portion of a missing mailbag from a railway consignment was recovered from Pirie River and some items were already sent to Adelaide for disposal. District postmaster T F Jackson led the salvage operation, noting bulk items believed to be recovered and several consignments potentially claimable by owners.
On a Wednesday morning at the Adelaide office a gathering of staff officials and shipping representatives bade farewell to Mr O Rees, marking his 18 years with the Wallaroo and Pirie offices. The event featured remarks by Mr Puddy and representatives Yeomans and Oates.
Practical support for Piries Food for Britain appeal increases as subscriptions rise toward forty pounds since the latest update on Friday. Cash donations can be left at the town hall or The Recorder office and will be acknowledged immediately. The fund's current position is outlined.
Crowds attend a Christmas carol event at Memorial Oval with expected performances by local groups. Mayor W O Thresdgold will deliver a Christmas message around 10 o clock, collectors at gates solicit contributions for Ellendale Tennyson and Salumentown Beautification Committees and Solomontown Beach efforts.
Labor Day Committee honored Charles Leonard Davis with an illuminated address for his long service to the labor movement. The event, part of the Labor Day Celebration, featured remarks by O'Brien and others. Donations were announced for veterans, charitable groups, and prizes to support future activities.
Denne Charlotte Hine sixteen daughter of Mr and Mrs J A G Hine of Pearer Street Pirie West is recommended for the Tennyson Medal. She plans research work in bio chemistry and bacteriology after four years at Adelaide University. She modestly says she top placed in English literature yet her record shows eighth in general honors with credits in chemistry and passes in mathematics and physics. Denise won a bursary at Pirie High School and tied for dux at Adelaide High School with Max Hansberry. She will enter the science faculty next year and specialize in biochemistry and bacteriology.
Day to day lighting and temperature readings show cities like Adelaide Sydney Perth Brisbane Hobart with highs around the 90s and nightly lows near the 60s. Forecast calls hot and sultry weather with isolated showers and thunder in the Far North while the rest stay warm to hot with freshening winds from SE to NE.
Vic Patrick defeated Jin Grant at Sydney Stadium to claim lightweight and welterweight titles. Referee Joe Wallis declared Patrick the champion after a sixty round bout, with the bout ending in controversy over weight class and classification.
Jack Kirkham defeated Jack Daniel on points in Melbourne Stadium last night. Alan Stewart stopped Harry Thompson in the second round.
Whyalla looks to a festive season with hopes of holiday cheer and reduced disruption, as workers prepare for a short break around Christmas and New Year. Town plans include a major open air Christmas Night event and a free show, while discussions on a civic centre and Unity Building Committee affiliation shape local plans and nearby towns weigh travel choices.
Whyalla town commission adjourns debate on establishing a community or civic centre. Unity Building Committee backs a community centre evolving from a trades hall project begun in 1944. Two land parcels purchased then. trades hall later abandoned. constitution broadened to include all groups for residents welfare. Two affiliated bodies exist including women’s auxiliaries.
Mr B A Clarke pensions consultant of Returned Servicemen's League will be at Pirie Town Hall today from 19 am to 4 pm for interviews with returned men in Pirie district needing information on pension matters. Hospital patients include A H Wauchope of Port Germein in Pirie Hospital and Cpl Frederick Watkins injured in a army truck accident in Dorothyste Solomontown who is making satisfactory progress.
Mrs. C L Ryan chairs a supper for commissioners their wives and press after the final meeting marking one year since the Whyalla Town Commission Act was passed. Mr. Ryan thanks members for cooperation noting great responsibilities and powers. Commissioner George Lewthwaite hopes for more birthday cakes to cut amid funny remarks.
Willaw Joyce known as Lord Haw Haw is scheduled for execution on January 3. Authorities confirmed the date for the death by the state following legal proceedings.
Wile engaged in cleaning a classnel at the Sumters Weld giant when a liquid splashed into the eyes of Mr. Ry AK. Bickley of Squia mantown. He was taken to Pirie Hospital and admitted to the surgical ward for eye injuries.
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