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Newspaper

Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Feb 25, 1925

Page

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Barrier wages debate at Mining Managers meeting

Tuesday discussion announced by Koren Hill of the Mining Managers Association outlines a deputation to the Iron Trades Council at 2 30 pm to discuss wage increases and adjustments to tool sharping and day rate changes. The Moderated Engine drivers and Firemen’s Association plan to meet tonight to review company offers ahead of Barrier Industrial Council consideration on Thursday.

Koren Hill Qir F G. Allen Mining Managers Association Mday Drdm Iron Trades Council Tomoriuyy Miveral Coubcil Toubandon

Fire Destroys Westport Shops Including Grand Hotel

A large fire this morning in Westport Wellington New Zealand destroyed a block of shops and major hotels. The Grand Hotel King’s There Garage Nadford’s Uiticas and the Club hotel were among the losses. Fire brigades fought the blaze as residents watched.

Wellington N.Z Westport Ing Grand King's There Bbs Garage Nadford Uiticas Club Hotel

Waterside Trouble Signals Commonwealth Line Sale

In Sydney on Tuesday the yoilerside trouble between the Commonwealth Line Aikera and the north coaster Yugilbara led to the company paying off workers and rejecting any sick pay claims. Bruce arrived in Sydney and noted disputes delaying the Dilera. The government may offer the entire Commonwealth Line for sale, pending Parliament’s decision and a satisfactory price amid tensions with maritime unions.

Sydney Dave Bruce Sydney Louay Mike Commonwealth

Mood of South Australian union after Melbourne case

The South Australian branch of the United Engineers Union debates the fate of secretary Mood whose indecent behaviour conviction in Melbourne led to a jail term. Members voted to support Mood with 124 pounds and plan to receive his resignation by letter, potentially delaying a general meeting until his release. The union chief Mood may resign. the executive will decide on attendance and submission at a future meeting.

Adelaide W. Mood Atul Tnnssey Nion Uouth Melbourne Teades Hall Mood Hig Releast Moad G. Teague J. F. Prige Mier Moad

Adelaide sewage reform costs proposed by Gutteridge

Mr A Gutteridge, director of sanitary engineering in the Commonwealth Health Department, reports to the Government on Adelaide and suburban sewage. He recommends metropolitan coping measures including immediate main sewer additions costing £75,000, later main sewer extensions £35,000, and treatment works for 269,090 people at £130,000.

Gutteridge Adelaide A. Gutteridge Sanitary-Engineériiz Adelaida

The King's Health and appointing a state commissioner

In London on Monday a statement said a commissioner will carry on state affairs during the King's absence. No commissioner has yet been set up, and Privy Council decision will determine if one is needed. The question remains whether the King’s yacht trip affects Prince of Wales’ tour plans to South Africa, leaving Britain March 28.

London Prince of Wales Britain South Africa

Queen Goes on Cruise With King George

Australian Press Association reports that Queen Mary will accompany King George on his cruise. The Sunday Express says the King will not join the yacht at Portsmouth, but will travel overland to embark on the cruise along the modern coast.

London Ib Wis Queen Mary KingGeorge Portsmouth

Migration Scheme Discussion In House Of Commons

In London on Monday Colonel Amery Secretary of State for the Colonies told the House of Commons he could not state the details of the proposed migration scheme because the draft arrangements with the Commonwealth Government had not yet resolved key questions. He promised to release information as soon as possible.

Reuter London House of Gommony G. Kinlosk Cooke Commonwealth Amery Colonies

Wembley Exhibition Clause Aims to Use Empire Materials

London Monday Parliamentary Secretary A M Samuels told the House of Commons that the new Exhibition agreement with Dominion Commissioners includes a clause to favor Empire products and materials where reasonably possible. The plan would restrict use of non Empire items without High Commission approval, aligning with last year's provision for Empire materials.

Uteizter London A. M. Samuels Overseas, Trade House of Commons Dominion

National Competition speech at Birmingham Business Club

London reports Sir Joseph Cook of Australia speaking at the Birmingham Business Club on Monday. He said nations still healing from the Great War would sharpen weapons as Europe’s economy would never be the same, divided into many kingdoms. He argued the Peace Treaty remained unsettled and trade competition would intensify, noting Britain’s imperial assets give the UK a great advantage.

Euler London Birmingham Joseph Cook Australia Europe Germany

Stranded Foreigners Repatriated From Fremantle

Stranded Albanians were repatriated today aboard the Preny mall steamer Vile de Verdun, bound for Europe via the Eastern States and New Caledonia. They are being returned at the shipowner company’s expense after failing to pass the test and being prohibited immigrants.

Fremantle Vile de Verdun Europe New Caledluana Shippidle Company

Illegal Practices by OMELHOURNE Director Johnson

Tuesday report shows MP Brown, Director of Postal Services, noting illegal dissemination of news items to customers. He stresses permission from the broadcasting company and Postmaster General is required before publishing news, warning that such practices undermine authorized media channels.

Omelhourne Mp Brown Postal Services RF ‘Obaseunisis Brown Uch Byoadcasting

Historic Sydney cricket clash ends with England securing big win

Australia’s Andrews and Collins starred for New South Wales as England dominated the test at Sydney. Warm weather and a solid partnership built a 548-run stand before collapse, with Gilligan and Kilner wielding decisive bowling. England posted 546 in their first innings while NSW fought to 646 for 6 declared in a display of heavy scoring.

Sydney Sydney Cricket Ground South Wales High End Tve Andrews Forceful Watling Gowlins KU Nies T Ie Gilligan Kilner Howell Gosling Andrew Tyldesley Hatamets Gilliesin Excellentielding Anndrew Chapman Collins Adrews Collins-Andrewa England New South Wales Hendren Breeman Freeman Tyldeley Andrewa Collis Hippax Kippax Sandham Minar Andraves Richardson McLaren Punch Kelaway Ratelitte Etl ‘Wi Shumps Firet Bryan Kelloway St. Rateliffe B. Malley Woolley St. Ratellffe Malley Scotto Fendren Hooker Whysall Kijper Morgen Kippax Freeman Morgan Kippaz Tyldesley Cs Va Scott Kellesoway Marley Kippas

Ponsford Shines as Victorians Open With 149 at Sydney

In Sydney on Tuesday W Ponsford of Stebbourne captained Aide Banks team in the annual match at the Ty Oval. The Victorians posted 149 in their first innings with Ponsford's performance noted after his mollag.

Sydney Tuseday W. Ponsford Stebbourne Banks Wté Uulty’ Oval Todlay Ponsford Beine Powled Atter Mollag

Government plans ship sale split shippers and unions

The decision to invite tenders for the sale of the Ute Commonwealth line has unsettled shippers while unions vent strong opposition. Analysts say the move reflects broader labor tensions and potential fare impacts, with estimates showing a high trading loss tied to nonstandard tonnage. Some see the sale as inevitable, citing political pressure and the government’s aim to stabilize shipping costs.

Adelaide Aulkion. Ia Beowas Australia We ‘Line A. Poynton

Ideals of Co Operation in Australia on League of Nations

Melbourne report states the Commonwealth Government is to participate in the League of Nations intellectual co operation movement. Sir George Hibbs will act as Australian contact, liaising with universities and organisations to foster understanding between nations and advance international educational collaboration.

Melbourne Commonwealth Tuto Assembly of the League Nations League Iisideration Australia Wenegis Thia Movethers Institute of Science and Industry George Nibbs George Hibbs Scientife Thérushout

Opinions in England says Australia to seek lenders for Commonwealth Line

Reuters reports The Financial News notes Australia plans to invite lenders to buy the Commonwealth Line amid scrutiny of state ownership. It says the price Canada and imperial taxpayers paid for their state mercantile marine is relevant. The paper concludes sale conditions appear reasonable given the self-financing operation.

Reuter’s London Financial News Uschmmousenisé Aeclslor Slilutioa Canada Helr Mercantile Marine Shivaing Son Elusion

Liquor Problem Deputation Urges Bar Closures

A deputation from the Anti-Liquor League and churches urged Premier Allen to close tippler bars on Saturday afternoons and on Good Friday Christmas Day and Anzac Day. He was sympathetic to Christmas Day and Good Friday closures but did not promise a Royal Commission or Saturday bans.

Melbourne Anti-Liquor League Allen Appelul Nem Royal Commission 10

Alleged poisoning case involving William Marshall at Heyfield

Alleged poisoning case in Heyfield sees William Patrick Marshall charged with administering strychnine to his wife on two occasions with intent to murder. A £1000 life policy was taken out. Marshall was committed for trial in March. bail was refused.

Medbourne Heyfield William Patrick Marshall S the Crown Marshall Till

Malvern Tramways Band Wins A-Grady Test in NZ Competitions

The Malvern Tramways Band of Auckland New Zealand won the A-Grady Test selection in the national band competitions. They delivered a magnificent rendition praised by judges and spectators alike.

Produce Market Prices From Morning Report

Market prices note butter and cheese ranges, eggs and dairy products with measured weights per pound. Bacon and ham values appear as factory cured cuts, with assorted middles and rolls listed among traded items.

Adelaide W. Sandford

London reports cautious British stance on Singapore naval yard

In the House of Commons Prime Minister Stanley Baldwin said Britain believed certain sceptics misread the Singapore dockyard improvements as a threat. He argued Japanese officials and other observers recognized these measures as normal naval policy progress and noted the distant Singapore location reduces any risk to Japan. He stressed shared interests in maintaining peace and honoring past friendships under the Washington Treaty.

Nooter London Singapore Japan Oyatla He Hai Washington

Argentinian Aviator Plans World Flight From Tokio Noted

Major P Zanni of Argentina announced from Tokio that he will begin a round the world flight May 1. The route includes Tokyo to Vancouver then to San Francisco New York and Newfoundland with plans to cross the Atlantic. Zanni has logged about 42 000 miles in 145 hours from Athens to Tokyo.

Rauler Vigdoria Zanni Tokio Lema Tole Vancouver San Francisco New York Newfoundland Atlantia Atentine Toko

Next War Aims at Mass Destruction Says Speaker

London Tuesday reports Mr animon a Commoner speaking at Highbury warned that the next war will be a pico compared with the last. He claimed British and American scientists are developing new explosives and poison gases to devastate civilian populations. In Italy, he added, researchers are studying how disease germs may spread over wide areas.

Australian Press Association London Animon Highbury Lebar Britain United States Italy

Young Australian Boys and Social Customs Distorted

A garbled English report from NIGE on a youthful Australian gathering includes misrendered names and events. It mentions figures like Linglen and Oiljeen amid references to sherry, the King and the Republic, and a court exhibition, with cryptic notes on vessel damage and port losses since 1901.

Feuter Nige Iid Nillie Buganns Linglen Sin Gandy L Inglen Robert Ofcey Mdlle Liengien Robert Oiljeen Malla Yvonne Cuvitecois Mitta

Adelaide Puesddy Reginald Dennis Custody Trial Notes

In Germinal Court of Laving, Reginald O'Callaghan was tried for holing a robbery with violence against Edgar Hughes. Witnesses include George Chambers and Joseph Timms. Frank Kelly argued for reform over punishment, citing youth and potential to reform, while the judge emphasized public safety and traveler's protection. O'Callaghan faced sentence with consideration of his character and circumstances.

Adelaide Puesddy Reginald Dennis O'cotlaghan Edgar Gughes Iflgniez Chardoter Pont Pirie Webs Frank Kelly Jayhun Tia Honor O'Callathan

Through the Unknown A daring ride to Port Pirie and beyond

Mr Grady, a fearless cyclist on a Losglas machine, has crossed waterless plains and rugged tracks across Western Australia and is due to reach Port Pirie today. He aims for Port Augusta, Cowell, Cleve, Fowler's Bay, and Eucla, after already covering 7500 miles from Fremantle. A reception by the Port Pirie Motor Cycle Club is planned with the machine on show.

Rodividi Grady Australia Cyelish Adelaide Fremantle Fiveary Port Augusta Port Pirie Cowell Cleve Fowler's Bay Eucla Grary

Wonthaggi Strike Over At Mellbourne Slate Mine

Wonthaggi strike ends as steikers at the Wonthage slate mine decide to resume work. They will probably begin on Monday, ending the disruption at Mellbourne site.

Mellbourne Tuystay Steikers

Henry Barwell warns on Southern European influx in Australia

In a controversial speech Sir Henry Barwell defended remarks on colored labor limited to certain Australian regions. He argued against white and colored labor mixing, citing South Africa and America as undesirable examples. He urged immediate steps to curb Southern European immigration and defended his stance against misquotation by opponents.

Adelaide Henry Barwell Leafar Prestony Usy Menry Aue Walla Dio Maloney Sir Henry South Africa Australia America Sey Mint Wislows Bir Wislentia

Gas Employes Consider Protests At Melbourne Works

A mass meeting of Gas Employes' Federation decided on possible shutdowns at Melbourne gas works to protest the coke sorting system. Most advocated closing all gas works in Melbourne, but counsels prevailed for another mass meeting tomorrow to refer the dispute to the Victorian Disputes Committee for settlement.

Melbourne Me Gas Employes' Federation Weel Aviser— Counsels Vratiastall Disputes Committee

Body found on Osborne Beach likely Captain Walsh

A dead man in advanced decomposition was found on the Osborne beach area. Police believe the body is Captain J. W. Walsh, a retired sea captain from South Terrace, who disappeared from Seapore on September 28 last year. Identification remains unconfirmed as investigators search the area.

Adelatds Pont

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