10 Feb 1925
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Feb 10, 1925
Page
1
A tangled report from Sydney describes a death by self harm connected to a family dispute. The narrative mentions a person named Nini and Barney Ayeule Beg, with references to a wife and a husband, and suggests a tragic self inflicted act amid domestic strain.
The document describes a cruelty to horse case with Mona Elame and others facing charges. It notes penalties, court procedures, and alleged acts of neglect leading to a horses’ health decline, with references to the Adelaide Police and judicial rulings.
A damaged wire at Wairoa leads to a water shutdown and estimated damage unknown. Officials report repairs underway and advise residents to expect service disruption until restoration is completed.
In Moscow, seven Leningrad State Leather Trust officials were sentenced to death after a trial for economic counter-revolution. They conspired with private dealers to secure private profits. Three other directors received eight years each in prison.
Sydney newspaper prints a Japanese appeal claiming wide support to urge the United States to curb naval armaments in the Pacific next year, saying such measures could threaten peace in the Far East and affect all classes in Australia.
Members of the Young Australia League in Britain will reach Paris Monday evening and stay at Clignancourt barracks. They plan to lay a wreath on the unknown warrior tomb with Marshal Foch likely in attendance. They will visit Amiens and other battlefields, attend dances, and travel to Italy in late February. A girl was knocked down by a motor car in Aldershot but escaped injury.
Prest's offers keen prices on fabrics and trims with linen goods and new designs promoted. The ad highlights floral voiles, ginghams, linen Damasks, ladies millinery, trimmed hats, and mens undergarments with marked yard and per-item prices to inspect a recent shipment.
Special designs offered in second quality and X quality. Priced at 3/44 each and 4/3 each respectively.
A Victoria based ANA deputation led by Ms Huse Gok urged Senator Geo F Pearce to adopt stricter immigration limits modeled on Canada. The group argued for reducing Southern European arrivals to protect racial purity, proposing universal British stock immigration and government funding if needed. Pearce acknowledged concerns and cited existing Immigration Restrictions Act powers, while noting costs and feasibility of a quota system.
Reuters Athens report says easing Turco Greek tension may come as the decree disbanding the 1923 military class is postponed for a few days but expected to be issued this week.
In Melbourne City Court Mr Knight presiding heard further evidence in the Walsh purge case. Witnesses described the Waterside Workers Federation office at 58 William Street and details of telegrams from December 10 1894. The defense sought to limit the reach of the Commonwealth Parliament on interstate matters, while witnesses identified several O Neills and clarified roles in the unions. Hearing adjourned to 2.20 tomorrow.
Miss Dorothy Thurben and her mother plan to go abroad after ongoing obscene anonymous letters since a trial. They accuse police of inaction in identifying the sender. Thurlen, 25, faced trial last October, jury failed to reach a verdict in November, and she was discharged with the cloud of the accusation still looming. Her defence cost about £4000.
Reuters reports Allied Newspapers Ltd, owner of Gunday Times, has agreed to take over the Newcastle Chronicle group for about £4,750,000 after recently buying Hurtson's Manchester Newspapers. The Financial News notes the deal follows their Manchester purchase.
Paris dispatch says the British note on the yar debts has been received and that Ms. Hefiot and Clementel will shortly visit London to discuss its contents.
The Australian Press Association reports Canon Alexander advising calm at St Pauls London amid fears of structural weakness. He notes 19 years of strengthening work and says current analyses show no panic, though remedies are needed to prevent danger as experts continue to safeguard the building and protect the city.
Mr and Mrs Francis H Hase of Semaphore wed and left for Sydney by the mail aeroplane Bell Bird. They are described as the first Adelaide couple to honeymoon this way, with about three hundred spectators watching the departure from the Nepeanite aerodrome aboard their Merit of Joy.
A cryptic Lisbon message reports a hazardous device exploding outside a hall near the Ministry during a demonstration in Monsey Spain. EN persons were injured and some damage occurred as troops were deployed to disperse the crowds.
Sensational second Melbourne sees Victorian side chase England’s 500 with 479. Kilner rips through England’s batting, taking five for 48 in first innings and five for 3 in the second, as Victoria collapse 6 down for 44 at stumps. Attendance sparse on sticky wicket.
Sydney hearing in the Cigie Commission inquiry reveals Alderms Holdsworth detailing a demolition contractor Wainwright claiming A. D. Goulbng demanded £1000 from tenderer W. Sommer to withdraw his cartage tender. The hearing was adjourned.
In Augeland New Zealand Catherine Patterson was killing fowl for Sunday dinner when a sow with a sitter attacked her, causing fatal injuries. The woman died before the family could intervene. It is believed the pig became infuriated by the sight of the fowl and the commotion.
In Auckland New Zealand during the weekend nine additional paralysis cases were reported. The afflicted include three adults and mainly those under twenty. Schools in the Wellington district have been closed indefinitely as authorities respond to the outbreak.
Workers gathered today at the Mercantile Marine offices to apply for shipboard roles. Officials report about ROC additional seamen are being employed to meet crew needs.
Leonard L. Chesser, 21, of West Thebarton, on weekend visit to Macleodfield, lost control of his motor car on a foggy hill above Devil's Elbow. The vehicle smashed through a fence, tumbled 300 feet into a gully, and ended upside down in a creek bed. Chesser sprang clear before impact, was stunned, and wandered to gardener G. A. Joy’s home before continuing homeward.
Three men found a ride home in a hearse driven by Mr F. T. Elliot of the Port and Hindmarsh as they weaved through Kilkenny after a Friday storm. With no seat room on the driver's seat the trio slept inside the carriage. Sylven Howe is described as wiry and cheerful.
Walter James Forbes, 25, a Kilkenny motor driver, was admitted to hospital with a revolver wound under the heart after his wife alerted Adelaide Police Court that he threatened self-harm. He had gone to his mother's Gilles Street address. detectives rushed there but arrived too late to prevent a shot. Forbes allegedly told his wife not to proceed with court action, then threatened to shoot himself.
A parliamentary debate faults Minister of Crown Lands Mr Butterfield for showing scant knowledge of the pastoral industry values. Critics argue his views on leases and closer settlement hinder development of the State's mainstay. Some demand broader understanding and stronger action to grow the industry.
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