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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 28, 1925
Page
4
A small mishap in Bundave led to a serious blaze when a person tried to smother a fire after striking a match. Dry grass ignition destroyed 400 rushes. a person is hospitalized.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions names and events in uncertain terms, hinting at year-end notes and possible civic or community updates. Details are unreadable, but the snippet references people and places connected to a year ending record or report.
Sixteen words for ong shilling. All advertisements booked will be charged a minimum of 2/6. This column is not open for notices of meetings and amusements, for which the minimum go is 2/ for 24 words.
Fragmentary cricket report mentions Menor Oval match results and several players including Walker, Stewart, and Knight. It references teams, positions, and possible outcomes with scattered names and incomplete phrases from a historical page.
A garbled boxing report describes a Filipino contender pressuring opponents as Pilkington and Flores clash. The piece notes Flores’s edge in the third round and a jaw-dropping moment as a strong right hand connects, with both fighters lingering in a tense bout.
A list of selectors H Collins J Ryder and C Hill will submit to the Board of Control naming cricketers for the Australia tour to England for the Ashes. The piece names preferred players and notes team leadership and selections, with contact details for submission to the cricket editors.
A brief notice lists names and addresses connected to the 1926 Australian Loan, detailing participants and their locations. The fragment references authorship and selection but lacks complete amounts or roles. Entities include the loan, Australia, and personal names with postal addresses.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Barker and Kassin with scattered numbers likely from a sports item. Details incomplete. cannot confirm teams, scores, or event.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Port Augusta, association, and a visit to Parl Nusashe. The legible items include names like Bassin Fatsson Dyers Brioties and Bert Pirie Grichel. The overall meaning is unclear due to garbled text, but references a seaport-related association event or visitation with several proper nouns.
Reported on Rich Goldfield’s five year term as Ade Mustater in the Territory. Commentary notes his experience, work, and expected impact, with observations on his performance and patience amid evolving duties. The piece highlights early progress and the challenges ahead.
In a tilting match at Sydney stadium, Alf Stewart was knocked out by Tiger Payne in the first round after a brief exchange. The bout continued briefly, with Stewart showing resilience before Payne secured the decisive knockout in the opening round.
A governor instructs miners and officials in a tense oil supply dispute. He warns of consequences if production falls behind demand, arguing only strong collaboration can sustain energy needs. Officials contemplate shared strategies across mines and regions, balancing prices and access.
Parliamentary refreshments and caretaker salary questions surface as Mr Lester ends eight months leave. Since 1902 he has served as caretaker at Parliament House handling catering and tavern duties. The government considers possible subletting of parliamentary catering and whether the state should assume full responsibility.
Jamito was disqualified last night at Newcastle Stadium after fouling led to a decisive moment. Silvie defeated Jamie 942 in a tight rout, with the referee ruling the winner qualified on fouls and the loser eliminated.
Passenger numbers showed busy periods for the Munteival Tramways Trust on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Thursday riders reached 267,348 with revenue around £2,482. The Christmas Eve haul fell near 248,199 passengers and revenue around £2,482. Notes mention tram busts on Christmas Eve and a team financial figure of £1,250 related to Wille peat.
A historical note states that only one in a thousand married couples reach their golden wedding anniversary. The remark highlights longevity trends and social expectations of long-term marriage within the period.
A damaged cooling system risks engine damage due to overheating and poor water temperature control. The text advises checking radiator, water level, and hoses, rinsing the cooling system monthly, and reconnecting radiators and water jets after service to prevent leaks and ensure proper flow.
A local report states the Miantic Dcvan stands higher than the Pacife by exactly one and a half feet. Observers note the figure as disputed by some engineers while others cite recent measurements from the harbor survey.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a figure named Robert Southiey who served as Poet Laureate during the Waterloo period, with a cryptic location reference to a corkhouse in Abmety of Bywesees. No clear dates or reliable details emerge from the legible text.
Unclear OCR text references a beach event with promises of entertainment and fundraising. Mentions a Seafator group, a park visit, and promised attractions. Describes commission and volunteers planning a large crowd tonight with local supporters.
A fragmented report quotes questions about migration and resources in Australia and Britain, touching on wartime travel, insurance, and Allied territories. It references Austria, Vietnam, and other places with scattered phrases about refugees, visas, and governance amid uncertain colonial-era ties.
Real estate listing details numerous affordable homes with short deposits and monthly payments. Properties include Salomon Town entry, three roomed W and I houses, stone villas, and cottages with prices from 25 to 800 pounds, highlighting easy terms, deposits from 50 to 100, and locations near town with conveniences and transport access.
An ad offers rooms with deposits and down payments totaling 25 for a choice of two fine rooms. It mentions £3505 suit deposits, £800 rates, and securing five rooms. The listing advertises a park and convent views with nonstandard phrasing and vague terms.
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