Try 7 days of FREE access to billions of articles

Start Free Trial

We found your results!

Page 1

Port Pirie Recorder in Port Pirie, South Australia

We have pages in South Australia

View this page and access billions of articles with a 7-day free trial.

Start Free Trial

This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!

Start Free Trial

Cancel anytime, risk free

Not what you were looking for? Search our billions of articles

Advanced Search

Articles on This Page

This newspaper page contains 30 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.

Newspaper

Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Feb 23, 1925

Page

1

Wheat reserves in South Australia and Victoria discussed

The Saturday report notes Prime Minister Bruce’s instruction to states to assess wheat reserves amid fears of a possible shortage later in the season. Merchants see no immediate shortage and expect stored wheat to meet SA demand, with Victoria showing heavier bookings. Local millers suggest SA should have 4,500,000 bushels available. enquiries aim to reassure farmers and avoid premature price spikes.

Auvelaide S. M. Bruce Commonwealth Leavig Leat South Australia Victoria South Austra AngeNlem Vintora Victoron Miillers Fie Tiereas Jowth W. M. Alfred Manger Louis Dreyfus Australia Suissie Renee

Woman Suffers for Cheaper Bread in Melbourne Fight

A Melbourne woman master baker, Miss Luc Beech of Barkley Street Footscray, fights to lower bread prices with aid from the Housewives Association. Despite price drops, bakers still charge high rates. Beech accuses mill owners of unfair charges and offers £50 to charity if she is proven to owe money. She expands her business but pays higher flour costs than others, selling bread at 10d with orders around 3,000 loaves weekly.

Melbourne Ihe County Luc Reeth Barkley Street Footscray Victoria House Wives! Association Ming Baeoh Sout Australia Housewives’ Association Beech

Robbery in Broad Daylight Leaves Man Injured in Melbourne

A man was swindled and robbed in broad daylight on Canterbury Road Melbourne. He sustained serious injuries and was hospitalized in stable but dangerous condition with about ten percent in care. Police investigate suspect fled the scene.

Melbourne Hocking Canterbury Road

Man Chopped Wood Receives Foot Gash Stitches

Juniur McArihur, 49, was admitted to Goxlong Hospital after a foot wound from chopping wood. While stitched, he reportedly played the mouth organ, and cheerful despite the pain, amid remarks about the music infection.

Melbourns Juniur McArihur Goxlong Hospital

Champion MaLudan Peers in Newcastle Match Scores

In Newcastle on Saturday the billiard matrix shows MaLudan peers prevailing. McGonachy posted 3000 points while Newman scored 9064 to reach 7384, reflecting a high scoring event with competitive performances.

Newcastle McGonachy Newman

Senator Wilson Reflects On Political Rumors In Adelaide

Senator BV Wilson, minister of markets and migration, returned to Adelaide from Melbourne and commented that reports about his possible nomination by the Country Party or Senate seat are overstated. He noted the statements were widely publicized and emphasized the need for credentials, adding that such political happenings are common.

Adelaide Teliail BV. Wilson Melbourne Courtry Party Senate J. M. Gabo Labor House of Representatives Angaa Sydney

Wedding Day Mishap in Adelaide Ends in Hospital Fire

Adelaidian wedding day ends in tragedy as a motor car collision injures Mr Titman and bridegroom Mr Dollman. The wedding party hall is damaged when vehicles crash near Alberton on February 4. Police and witnesses describe a chaotic scene at Hilidren's Hospital whereika, with both cars badly burned and several attendants injured.

Lewing Nevill Dak Elly Hilidren's Hospital Traeds Jay Dollman J. O'Brien Jespear

Ford Motors Faces Delays in Australian Assembly Plant

In Adelaide the Ford motor body building project stalls as plans for local assembly works face design, machinery, and labor delays. After over three months in Australia no firm factory announcement has been made. A contract has been signed with an Adelaide firm to supply 6,000 bodies, meeting five or six months of Australian needs.

Adelaide Ford Tuvtory Ford Motor Car Australia Han Duke Ford Works Tas Jualeen

Disastrous Hawkesbury river railway smash injures four

A goods train of 28 trucks descending the Hawkesbury Bank near Hawkesbury station derailed after brakes failed. It sped across the river span, collided with a stationary engine, sending the leading engine and several trucks into a yard. Four railwaymen were injured, crews escaped largely unharmed, and debris damaged the platform and permanent way.

Sydney Hawkesbury Lin

Law's Long Arm Arrests in Colombo on Fraud Charge

Adelaide Detective Office reports that Aysw 4m Wharton and a partner, linked to Tumby Bay on the West Coast, are arrested in Colombo on a fraudulent conversion scheme. They allegedly lured victims to invest 200 to 300 pounds in a dubious venture, then vanished. Warrants led to two men’ s detention awaiting escort from Adelaide.

Adelaide Aysw Wharton Colombo Tumby Bay Tney Jana Takers

South Australian swimming records fall at Adelaide carnival

At the Sunday event of the Adelaidis City Maths carnival Sam Katanamutsu of the Massalian club set a new South Australian record in the 100 yards breaststroke with 1 minute 48.3 seconds. Gilberton’s Bowler placed second in 1 minute 20.8 seconds and advanced to the eliminations. Kamatiamrit, Grange, and Greg with Cathro also posted fast times in the 980 yards event, while Craig Tine won the junior 100 yards in a dead-heat resolution winning time.

Adrgaine South Australian Ammateur Swimming Association Adelaidis City Sam _Katanamutsu South Australiy Kamatiamrit Craig ‘Tine

Fighting in China report on Povlu and Prngoling Hill

Sun Yat genites reported Thursday the capture of Povlu eight miles from Walehow and Friday the capture of Prngoling Hill half a mile from Walehow, with the area now surrounded.

Iauter Canton Sun Yat Genites Povlu Walehow Prngoling Hill

Greek Immigrants Return to Europe on Gephee

One hundred Greeks who sought work in Australia are returning to Europe aboard the French steamer Gephee, which sailed from Port Melbourne. Most are destitute, relying on fellow countrymen for aid, many from Ann Minor and driven by Turks. No Yugoslavs or Italians aboard. some men are widows, and women and children are included.

Melbourne Australia Europe Port Melbourne Sydney Ann Minor Brerns

Wedding Gift Plebiscite Sways Prussian Donors

Berlin reports a historic plebiscite to decide the fate of a prewar gift for the ex-Crown Prince. One thousand Prussian townships lent 300,000 marks for an ornate silver dinner set and center-piece that were deposited in the Reichsbank after the war began. The ex-Crown Prince now a private citizen, and no longer a naval figure, prompts the donors to vote on delivery or forfeit.

Rewtert Berlin Russia Silversimie Reichsbank

Russia Today on Barrow Speech and Soviet Governance

An Australian press report from London quotes Mr Bromty asserting Russia is poorly governed under a dictator system. He warns against press and speech suppression, notes government control of industry through a prominent committee, and calls out limited religious freedom and a state role in welfare and social services.

Australian Press Association London Bromty Gasmmonera Hussia Barrow Husssia Britain Russia Tere Ussian

Newcastle Mystery Sparks Sydney Inquiries

A Sydney mystery involves a woman with foreign assent who last Sunday night questioned Merewether about a ship’s safe entry and why the Norwegian steamer Havo twice came to Newcastle and then steamed away ignoring signals. Federal authorities probe the Haya’s movements bound for Japan with Australian wheat. the Haya agent cites possible trouble with new Chinese crew after jail for duty refusal, but the woman’s conduct remains unexplained. The affair stirs public opinion and a social enquiry report is awaited.

Sydney Merewether Newcastle Japan H. B Wiltahire Ye Maso Phat

Divided opinion on MacQuisten will dealing with unions

The Observer notes Conservative division over Mr MacQuisten's plan to regulate unions. Four Conservatives back a direct reaction motion while others seek amendments to halt the Bill pending inquiries. The Observer argues the levy is unanswerable but cautions government to avoid provoking Labour gains.

Australian Press Association London the Observer MacQuisten Observer

Private Bill Seeks to Separate Union Funds

A private member's bill in London aims to split political and industrial funds of trade unions. It passed the first reading amid strong opposition from Labor and Liberal members, who denounced the measure as restrictive.

Reuters London

Leather-Hunting. NSW v England at Sydney Cricket Ground

England posted 397 for 9 declared, New South Wales fielding faltered with multiple dropped chances as Woolley starred with 140 and Candham not out. English bowlers dominated, while NSW batters struggled, crowd at 15 755 watching a hot day of cricket.

Sydney Plendid Felding England New South Wales Sydney Cricket Ground Sandham Woolley Malley Ratcliffe Kelleway Andrews Scott Kelley Matley Punch Collins Morgan Kippax Mne Taylor

Finance Report On MCC Tour Earnings And Costs

Pratt of about £142,000 is expected to be provided by the Marylebone Cricket Club from the tour of the Znelish cricket team in Australia. Four Tests so far yielded £56,139 and allowances total £587,460. The Englishmen have been paid £20,000. Tour expenses are put at £20,000. Takings from the 1920.24 tour amounted to £62,220.

Sydney Sunday Pratt Marylebone Cricket Club Znelish Australia

South Africa Triumph In Fifth Test At Port Elizabeth

England faced South Africa at Port Elizabeth where South Africa posted 200 in their first innings. Me Sally Jorl's English eleven collapsed as Napon took four wickets for 0 and Hall eight for 27. Sedenary claimed 5 for 7 and Geary 3 for 49 while in England's reply the innings produced 86.

Heater Port Elizabeth Sally Jorl Napon Hall South Africians

Universal suffrage bill presented in Diet

Reuters reports in Tokyo that a government bill on universal suffrage was introduced in the Diet. It proposes franchise for males over 25 with exceptions including noble heads, naval, military, or government officials, the insane, bankrupt, those with philanthropic disqualifications, and repeat six-year prisoners. The measure would enfranchise about 40 million men.

Reuter Tokio

Great Tornado Rips Mumbil Town In Sudden Strike

A mighty tornado struck the western New South Wales village of Mumbil on Friday night at 9. The storm, with temperatures around 100 degrees, lifted roofs, toppled walls, and uprooted trees along its path. Woolsheds were destroyed and a church and state school were leveled. A rain squall damaged furniture, no woman was harmed, and a large tree was blown 20 feet.

Sydney Mumbil Wellington Mumba Church of England

Gale fells Melbourne as winds hit 50 miles an hour

A gale in Melbourne last night caused £5,001 in damage with 50 mph winds. Telegraph poles and telephones were felled, fences and partially built structures were damaged, and several houses suffered impact. Four people at Mien Vong escaped a collapsed wall, and small boats and yachts were blown ashore or damaged. American financier Dr. E W Scrigps was forced to anchor his palatial yacht off Queerisete.

Melbourne Mien Vong E.W. Scrigps

Heatwave grinds Brisbane as temps soar past 112 degrees

Brisbane residents endure extreme heat with 112 degree readings in the southwest and 103 in the city. Laborer David Stewart collapsed from heat apoplexy while others seek cooler air as weather worsens. Elizabeth Hamnat dies from the heat and travel difficulties disrupt daily life across the region.

Brisbane Vileh David Stewart Weatburn Assiniets Brisy Sane Mes Elizabeth Hanaat Neat

Hydroplane Race Results in Brisbane Fury

In Brisbane on Saturday the hydroplane event for the Australia cup took place on the river. Century Tire led early and finished with Sally Sid second after Pontoise 11 retired with engine trouble. Pulse of the race was halted by a choked inlet and an on-water mishap near the final stretch.

Brisbanne Sushty Australia Brisbane Century Tire Sid Albion Uit Sally Sid Secon

King George's Illness Bulletin Reports Slow Recovery

London readers receive an official update on the king as his temperature remains unsettled and progress in his recovery continues slowly with cautious expectations.

London

Votes for Women Bill Defeated in Commons Debate

In London Friday the House of Commons rejected a Representation of the People Bill aimed at granting voting rights to women 22 and over on par with men. Labour supporters argued for delaying a general election, while Government opponents warned of an immediate general poll and potential redistributions. The measure failed 220 to 153 as Joynson Hicks urged against rushing franchise reform.

Reuter London House of Commons Ronn W. Whitely Labor Whitely Australia New Zealand Irish Free State Mies E. Wilkinson Arthur Henderson William Joynson Hicka Home Secretary House Wedgewood Roun Joynson Hicks Tau Imipstion Antor Ramsay McDonald W. Joyn von Hicks

Geneva Protocol Hinted For Dominion Views Change Likely

London Friday Reuters reports that the British Cabinet will delay decision on the Geneva Protocol until all Dominions are heard. A rejection in its present form is anticipated and radical modifications may be necessary.

Reuter London Hunter

Brisbane Elections Labor Routed in Greater Brisbane Vote

Nationalists celebrate a sweeping victory in the Greater Brisbane elections with the tally Nationalists 45 Labor 5 and one doubtful seat. The result marks a strong setback for the Labor party and signals a clear shift in local political dynamics.

Brisbane Sunda Greater Brisbane Labor

Also Mentioned on This Page

Stoica MaLudan Peers Senator Wilson And Country Party Gets Titman Heaney Nigel Wileh Gecnstou Mr. Dollmin Miss Oaeen Alberton Ab Fony Seturdey North Ache Ford Motors Hawkesbury River Law's Long Hawahan China Prince's Prussia Russia Today Trades Union Report Havo N.S.W. v Flrat Jonings Bryan Tz Sandham St. Ratcliffe Hendren Test Finance M.C.C Il South Africa Gale King George Labor Party Ecte LOWER G&t MA. Gibson Jones’ Pnarmagy Port Pirie All Ys Privry Rs.g.gibson King William Street
Search Courier

Search the Port Pirie Recorder Today with a Free Trial

We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.

Not Finding What You Were Looking for on This Page of The Port Pirie Recorder?

People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!

Looking Courier

Browse Newspapers

You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!

By Location

By Location

Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.

Browse by Location
By Date

By Date

Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.

Browse by Date
By Publication

By Publication

Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.

Browse by Publication