10 Jan 1920
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 10, 1920
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text appears to mix names and place terms with garbled phrases and dates, lacking clear event or action to summarize. No identifiable entities or concrete facts are extractable for a coherent news item.
A garbled text fragment discusses government plans and wartime labor measures. It mentions occupations by men on slopes and references agriculture, military, and leadership themes, but the exact details and names are obscured.
A fragmentary description portrays a woman drawn to another man while a searing emotional arc unfolds. The narrative builds toward a climactic quake of realization as characters discuss power, desire, and fate amid a contested performance and shifting allegiances.
Two aviators depart London for Australia amid United Service dispatches claiming intention to interrupt their mission. The note says officials were weighing a halt to the flight in France and consideration of a discontinuance to avoid unpopular moves.
The London based paper reports that Dyekor Gope's idea of a South Pole voyage is portrayed as fanciful and dangerous. It questions the plan's feasibility and warns the venture may expose participants to serious peril without real prospect of reward.
Experimental work at the Air Ministry aims to develop sensitive wireless telephony for airman communication. Aimed at linking aircrews with bases over long distances, the project tests room to room and cross channel signaling.
London reports say the National Union of Railwaymen warned a crisis could extend long into January. Ministers consider reopening negotiations after a pay rise proposal. Separately the Amalgamated Association weighs a new miners’ demand amid claims of higher coal profits.
Price discussions amid the Resti lution Commission state no opposition to a proposed milk price increase for the present. Negotiations between producers and distillers are ongoing to determine the final adjustment.
An unnamed Dutch Belgian planter and his party faced refusal of entry at various ports while traveling from Papua to Sydney. He describes detention aboard the steamer Margina, passport issues, and requests for government financial aid to reach Java. He claims to hold business interests in Dutch Indonesia and seeks consular help in Melbourne and Sydney.
Fragmentary OCR recounts a London scene where a valuable diamond and a promissory note disappear from a house. The note and jewelry were tied to a Bank of England director, a builder, and a keeper, with later discoveries amid a demolition exposing the missing assets.
London dispatch reports Princes August and Joachim of the Hohenzollern family seeking divorces. Details of the private affairs are described in a Berlin message, exposing the family in an ugly light.
A doctor on holiday attended a patient identified as Disis who suffered alcohol dependence. The patient was found at 6:45 and transported to hospital by ambulance, arriving at 7:45 pm. The coroner ruled death from natural causes and suggested improved regular medical coverage for emergencies.
Readable fragments describe a wool market plan at Trafford Park Manchester by Manchester Warehousing Co to move storage and buying nearer manufacturers. Officials cite wartime and transport changes boosting local handling, with 8000 to 11000 bales targeted and stock around 130000 in hand ready for sale.
An embassy report from London notes a Crown Law Department envoy briefing on premier Paris and a second level conference. Key issues include the ex-King and consort, potential British stance on war criminals, and the question of guarding the Straits with a Turkish role in Constantinople.
Reuter's summary reports Anprobists in Berlin urging defiance against the Allied powers. The German government is said to be mobilizing to resist Allied actions and to defend accused persons from the war. The piece notes the tense political climate and potential surprise moves in May.
Officials face sensational charges as deputations met Administrator Stanfonii Smith in Darwin. Allegations include whisky trade in the Katherine area, illegal liquor sales, and police commissions from stall sales. The case centers on claims of tolerating illicit grog and improper supervision.
Queen Mary Queen Alexandra and Maud of Norway attend a servants fancy dress ball at Windsor Palace amid Christmas festivities. Princes participated in the event as part of a long tradition in royal households.
Yesterday afternoon Skrst Pot Marvson MAL of the LAN Auttatan arrived at Pisle. He had been away for four ama tiath years e te. He was welcomed at the Soloiontown station by We Angie Welcopie Hours and driven to the town hall. Ashere J. Jenkins extended a hearty welcome on behalf of Ne ellizens. Mr. ABaker provided he caty.
The Daily News reports the British navy mineshaft sweeping service dispersing with large areas cleared since November. It notes 39,085 square miles swept, 99,474,840 acres cleared, and 22,000 moored mines removed. Only two ships were seriously damaged, and life ship losses were minimal at 0.8 percent. Remaining dangerous zones include the Baltic and adjacent coasts.
Station Officer Cook steadies panicked audience after a kerosene lamp sparked fear at the Gasing Theatre. He urged calm, supervised return to seats, while firefighters extinguished the lamp and assessed danger. He criticized lamp use and called for safer replacements before the show resumes.
Government has faced inquiries for weeks to purchase a suitable residence for the Governor. It is unclear when any decision will be reached before the King’s representative and the Prince of Wales visit. The current site is to be processed for a national war memorial.
Durban reports a strike by municipal employees following dismissals. Only essential town services continue under the Hauter’s service directive. Water services are suspended pending resolution while safety and health concerns are cited as grounds for the stoppage.
The Government Gazette outlines a weekly work plan for the Federated Tudors and Rivers Association and Adelaide Steam To Co. among others. It specifies 10 12-hour limits with early starts, overtime pay rules, breaks, and travel allowances for port workers.
London dispatch reports Bolshevist forces expanding into Central Asia with troops entering Bokhara and railway control improving supply lines. Analysts warn of a wider push toward Afghanistan and India, with plans to threaten Baku and Persia, aided by pan‑Islamic currents and manipulated finances.
Reuters reports that Denekin forces face worsening position as Bolshevik advances push toward Sergiopol and Tuley HQ. Letts army claims village captures and crossings of the Dvina, while Baltic collapse of negotiations with Lithuania dim prospects for peace.
Fragmented notice lists Sunday School times at Pirie Baptist Church with Pastor W Nabkivell of Wawetown and Rev Gordon Rawe. It mentions sermons on Englishmen’s Castle and a Bible theme, plus sacraments after evening service and other ministry notes.
British sources report a proposal to emigrate war babies and children of service members to Australia or similar colonies. United Servites in London note 148 married mothers aided, 295 applications rejected, calling on government to arrange emigration for soldiers' children deemed sturdy citizens. Brigadier General Jose recommends action.
A horse owned by Hann Bros gardeners of Payneham was gashed in an open stable. The animal suffered injuries treated by a veterinary surgeon today.
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