13 Jan 1933
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 13, 1933
Page
1
Adelaide Oval hosts the third Test of the 1952-53 series with a potential record crowd under misty conditions. Grimmett reportedly declined Ramsbottom’s England offer, Bradman rejected a £1000 Techdale deal, and teams were to be announced next day with Australia possibly unchanged.
The motorship Talken from Liverpool, laden with 9000 tons of wheat for the Far East, is due to arrive at Pirie on Sunday and will likely berth at the Queen's Wharf.
Sydney on Thursday Sir Samuel Hordern spoke at a luncheon to farmers saying Australia could sow a streak of silver lining but could not yet shed daylight for the rest of the world.
A vintage advertisement promotes McCallum's Real Ice Chests, discouraging cheap imitations and urging purchase of McCallum's New Automatic Water Cooled Safes. The copy touts affordability, cleanliness, and efficiency, plus related sleep furniture such as Cane Bed Lounges and Sleep-Out Bedsteads that are easy to fold.
Visitors met Australia in Rushcutters Bay for the fourth tennis test. Quist and Van Ryn led a dominant Australian effort with Quist's strong serving and forehand drives. Doubles saw Gledhill and Hopman struggle as the Americans rallied, but Australia secured victory in the late sets. Melbourne reports note improved Australian conditions and higher confidence amid political and economic changes.
An informant confirmed Sydney’s business areas are returning to normal after a disruption. Police report a man was arrested yesterday and remanded for medical observation following a court appearance.
A brief Sydney tremor lasting about a minute disturbed Coogee and Bellevue Hill residents. Seismograph at Riverview Observatory logged the quake at 6:42 AM, origin about 2 miles from the city, with reports of cracking chimneys and crockery falling. Shocks were felt in Goulburn and nearby towns.
Sir Henry Gullett, the Minister of Customs, resigned tonight due to ill health. The move removes a senior allied figure amid ongoing government duties.
Yesterday in Pirie reached 88 degrees with sunny skies and cool northerly winds. The maximum shade temperature was 85 degrees on Wednesday, and at 6 45 the reading dropped to 77 degrees.
After five days with no word from missing airman Hinkler a broad search continues. Authorities urge persistent public assistance as crews comb routes and air bases seeking clues to his location and status.
London reports no news on Squadron Leader Bert Hinkler five days overdue since leaving England. Experts doubt survival, suggesting possible crash in the Alps or sinking in the sea. Australian pilots express cautious optimism, while weather and circumstances in Europe are cited as factors delaying search.
In Brisbane on a Thursday, Mrs. Hinkler, mother of the flyer, expresses belief that accidents may occur yet Bert would find an unlikely return. She holds faith that despite coincidences and danger, he could reappear in a place where he was least expected.
A list of travelers on annual leave including Mr G G Lenker and Mr B H Garrett with destinations noted. Also Mr J B S Probart on holiday and L Forgan returning today. Death notices record the passing of Mrs Annie Cooper aged 67, born Magnus, longtime resident of Gladstone, and Mrs Fanny Ward, widow of William Ward, a respected Gladstone figure and organist, with surviving family and relations named.
Port Pirie residents traveling to Adelaide for the third Test can buy copies of The Recorder daily at the Bookstall, Railway Station, North Terrace basement near the platforms. Stay connected with Pirie happenings at the same price. Look for the red placard reading The Recorder sold here.
Report notes a comparatively light month in December with fewer unemployment claims and ration orders, marking a shift from previous periods. Data highlights include Pall-in numbers and related economic indicators, reflecting easing jobless trends.
Reports from Port Pirie indicate rising demand for labor tied to unemployment relief. In July to August 1,688 to 1,743 transactions with the Unemployment Relief Council were logged, then 1,262 in October, with about 750 ration orders issued weekly. Casual and permanent work prospects improved, yet many recipients with large families face acute hardship.
A vintage ad promotion announces Prests Limited selling crepe de Chine knitted silks and blouses at greatly reduced prices. Ladies summer hats mix with other items. Several textiles including colored Breck chair canvas and striped oxford shirting are offered today only, with prices from 9d to 1/3 yard and pure silk hose clearing at 7/11.
Store advertises remnants available in the dress department with heavy reductions for shoppers. The notice emphasizes a large remnant table and limited-time pricing to attract buyers.
A fragmented sale listing shows items including Men s Spliced Seat Underpants Men s Odd Pyjama Pants Men s Tennis Shoes Men s Gab Trousers Men s Fancy Socks 25 dozen Harvest Hats Wharf Handkerchiefs and Athletic Singlets with various prices and quantities. The readable entries suggest a general inventory sale from a period catalog or store display.
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