11 Jan 1927
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1927
Page
1
A deadly collapse at The Hecurcety MUNTHEAL in Monsey on Sunday injured many as a crowd surged for exits. Firefighters say about 100 people were affected, with several children among the trapped or hurt. authorities are investigating the cause of the incident and the venue’s safety measures.
Fragmented OCR notes detail a delayed court session at Melbawne with references to work shifts, factory time, and labor disputes. It mentions supervisors, hours, wages, and proposed remedies to settle conflicts, including continuity of work and dispute resolution mechanisms. Names and places are obscured or garbled within the record.
A confusing OCR fragment reports a fatal incident involving a person at a street location with unclear names and details. The readable parts indicate a tragic death and medical response, but essential identifiers are unreadable.
A chaotic fire scene unfolds as crowds gather to witness the blaze. Volunteers and responders rush to rescue children and evacuate residents from damaged buildings amid smoke and debris. The incident draws attention from bystanders and authorities assessing casualties and causes.
In Montreal authorities restricted cinema access to children under sixteen unless special permission granted. The inquest continues with several attendees and security measures apparent at the venue.
The Adelaide inquiry resumes on the eighth day of the proceedings. Police officers are cited regarding alleged bias and possible coercion. Judge Junge faces questions about witnesses and the handling of evidence as the inquiry continues amid background testimony from court officials.
Port Pirie Town Committee records show 1986 maintenance costs for Memorial Park and the Children's Play Ground Committee plans. Expenses cover wages sundries and several work items including water, holidays, and memorial wear while listing committee members and future representation for five years.
NSW collapses to 198 all out with Slaney and Mona form a stand. O'Brien and Gramine provide late optimism as Australia press for a result in windy conditions. Despite strong bowling from Wainy and others, NSW fail to build a defendable total in a brisk 42 minute spell before tea.
The inquest into Joan Smith’s disappearance resumes as James Hughes faces murder charges. Mr Mods Smith testifies Hughes may know more about the missing girl and cites a broken alibi. Mrs Smith collapses in court while witnesses recount the distressing scene and family anxiety remains high.
Coroner in Port Adelaide investigates a death at home of Adaine Moudas Veansay Smith cGily. A mattress found beside the couch, with the time noted as around nine this morning. The inquest aims to determine cause and circumstances.
The Ten Finalists for Miss Pirie are announced by the competition panel led by Ena Howard and Johanssen, with judging by Miss Macdonald and others. Tickets go on sale for the theatre event at the Memorial Hall on February 12 after the athletic meeting. Winners receive the title at the evening session.
At a Local Board of Health meeting last night officials reported four cases of infectious disease. Tuberculosis was noted in Murray Ridge and three cases involved dengue fever. The report cited health concerns and urged monitoring and preventive measures.
Melbourne notes reveal changes to the fiscal year dates. The plan aims to adjust schedules, including Canberra operations, affecting winter resourcing and routine timelines across departments.
Stock and shares quotations appear messy with firm names such as Ward and Co and various firms including Mont Morgan and Broken MY. The fragment lists buyers and sellers at odd percentages and prices like 12% payer 18/6 seller, with references to dividents and payers, and mentions companies including Nestles and Lyell Perliliner in a jumbled tally of trades.
The revised cabinet and parliamentary schedule announces state elections to be held March 26. Premier Le Hill plans to contest Pirie, while Opposition leader Butler will appear at Kapune. Nominations were expected to close soon, with writs to be issued and the polling dates confirmed.
An engineer recalls a costly expedition to Africa sparked by a discarded railway plan. He undertook a perilous bridge over Victoria Falls, surviving immense risk, and later rerouted the plan through a cabana retreat before a sudden departure. A resurvey later tallied £1000 in costs and adjustments.
A fire broke out at the Malbourne-Muda Hine safeguard Chemical Company in Melbourne. Workers feared the blaze could spread to nearby factories, but a sturdy fence helped confine the flames. Clerk Miss Walgon saved the firm’s books by entering the warehouse and securing items.
The report details extensive road works and repairs across North Ward Smith Ward and other districts. Asphalt paths and intersections on Florence street Ellen and Alexander streets are under construction. Private works include an asphalt Moor at Lewis Cycle Works and railway chains in Warnertown area with further road formation.
Alder Man S Gokhard moved that The Recorder publish the name of a labor inciter alleged to have said you can strike and many wharf laborers would be ready to take the roles. Council indignation rose as employes’ wages dispute sparked a motion to demand the article’s author be identified. The motion carried with a demand for accountability from local officials.
Melbourne reports a debate on subsidising aerial mail services between Fremantle and Adelaide. The proposal suggests rapid overseas mail delivery and faster journeys for letters, with potential passenger service and future England to New York communications. The idea remains in suggestion stage.
A report from Sydney notes many expected to reach Elizrado were disappointed and returned home today. Several travelers said they felt they had sold out their plans and now consider the trip a mistake as they came back to Sydney.
Sydney Smith, manager of Wowm, disputes the Board of Control decision to grant three bonuses of £290 to cricketers who toured England. He contends that £100 was insufficient for the group.
A derailed mail train near Forbes damaged eight rocks and two carriages, tearing the rail, with three tracks telescoped. No passengers were injured, and authorities say the accident was narrowly averted.
The Federal Treasury states the conversion loan is being satisfactorily progressed. Conversions are under consideration for further lending though the exact order and extent remain uncertain.
A motorist came forward after wireless appeals to identify the driver in the Bromley market fatality. Mrs Catherine Dunford, 71, collapsed on the road and later died. Dr Hott said she fractured a limb. the jury returned accidental death, noting the driver was not at fault. Family protests arose over the driver remaining unknown.
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