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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 11, 1932
Page
1
Log served on shipowners as unionists push for waterfront preference under the Industrial Workers Act. The dispute centers on wharf regulations and the Arbitration Court. Officials discuss peaceful resolution while government seeks balance for Port Adelaide and business.
In Adelaide on Sunday volunteers are to work Vestels and Port Adelaide on Monday with about 350 men required. Waterale Workers Federation limits may cap volunteers at fifty due to regulation cancellations favoring water riders and returning soldiers. Volunteers with valid licenses will be engaged. Mr Quirke, the Heensing officer, must relinquish his Bridliny handover role to Tommy ye 38.
Mr Cocks of the Pirie Waterside Workers' Federation says repealing regulations under the Transport Workers Act on November 26 will not affect the Pirie water frost. He notes only the Part Adelaide branch will be dissolved, and asserts volunteers will remain active on the waterfront. Lyons stresses clearing funds to satisfy all concerned, while the Pirie branch adheres to the 1925 Beeby award.
Air Commodore reports Kingsford Smith departed Rome at 5 29 yesterday morning and arrived there at 30 pm. He will leave again today for Aleppo.
In Brisbane on Sunday Mr Corsere stated today there was a prospect of a tariff debate within the Country Party. He refused to bind himself to support all party determinations on the tariff question and signalled a potential split among members in cabinet.
United Service reports that Al Capone allegedly extended racketeering to Australia prompting Chicago officials to act. Capone remains in hospital under guard as authorities describe ongoing slot machine and gambling operations tied to his syndicate. Recent seizures include a brewery setup seized last week with equipment valued at about 15 000 pounds and millions of euros, highlighting the scale of illicit gaming.
The article reports a sensational Honolulu case where Kahahawal, a Hawaiian, was seized after facing outraged charges involving a rich American and a Japanese tale. Mrs Granville Par eseue and Thoms Massie figure in a tangled plot of alleged coercion, torture, and murder with authorities pursuing multiple suspects.
Adelaide reports former Prime Minister Lyons Cabinet member urging higher commodity prices. He argues Australia would benefit most if world prices rise, stating the world must act to boost prices and prevent a global disaster. He backs coordinated action to lift prices and solve world economic problems.
A Moonta crew reportedly defied a union directive amid labor tensions. Officials accuse the workers of disregarding the order while the community watches for safety and negotiation outcomes. No injuries reported as crews assess next steps.
Crews of the Moonts and Karatta defy a Seamen's Union request to hand notices for rule breaches. Moonta sails from Port Adelaide on a weekly golf trip, reaching Port Pirie tomorrow morning. Seventeen men affected. Karatta and Moonra movements delayed with suspensions and possible ship blacklisting if notices are not submitted.
A Honolulu murder case triggers police pursuit of a sedan linked to Mrs Fortescue and others, with first degree charges sought. Naval officers and civilians are detained amid growing calls for martial law as vengeance fears rise and public calm appears fragile. The report also covers Ottawa imperial trade expectations and a Londonderry ship dispute as unrelated items.
In Sydney on Sunday Mr EJ Munza general secretary of the Ec Party said the United Country Party would not sit as opposition when Parliament meets, repeating a cautious stance amid unsettled party alignments in Australia.
The article notes he shows no wish to undertake the role though observers believe he would be a strong capable choice for the position. It discusses the mismatch between his suitability and personal reluctance.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses Will and Lyons in government circles, noting a delegation matter and references to a Loan Council. The readable portion names Bruce, Lyons, and a possible treasury role but lacks complete facts or context.
In London and Washington reports say Germany faces an imminent inability to meet reparations, a situation experts warn could collapse if Lausanne Conference delays or defers payments. British and Allied debt issues loom as Britain weighs postwar subsidies and American war credits while Europe edges toward financial chaos. Australia praised for stabilizing influence as relief prospects depend on forthcoming decisions.
Dr Bruening's assertion that Germany cannot meet reparations stuns Paris. Reports claim France and Britain may reduce burdens, with ministers warning of consequences. The fracture over Versailles looms as talks falter and international lines stiffen.
London Tells of Bernard Shaw's remarks on sear datite and reparations. He argued the unit should never be forealten day. America had remitted 45.
A garbled report hints prosperity near as a treasury official vows optimism. The returning cabinet member appears rejuvenated after a harbor arrival. Debate over world crisis and economic policy threads through intermittent quotes about Britain Australia ties and cautious forecasts.
London report quotes a Chinese editor calling the Japanese note to Britain a warning about Manchuria and trade policy while British officials discuss open policy. reference to Tokyo and London diplomats, and comments on waterfront regulation and Mr Lang.
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