Marine Engineers Strike Signals No Settlement Hope
Maritime engineers strike drags on with little expectation of a settlement as Railway Supplies report depletion and both sides defer overtures awaiting Mr Hughes decision.
15 Jan 1920
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 15, 1920
Page
1
Maritime engineers strike drags on with little expectation of a settlement as Railway Supplies report depletion and both sides defer overtures awaiting Mr Hughes decision.
Port Pirie faced an extreme coal shortage with talks between Moses J. G. Pilegerald and L. L. Hillsistzdke pressing government officials. A wire from the Port Pirie Corporation warned of critical conditions and urged urgent action to send supplies, with the Premier and Public Works officials apprised. Officials indicated limited rail supplies and a depleted tender pool, while the government vowed to use all power to avert an industrial crisis in the north.
The High Court heard an arbitration case brought by the Waterside Workers Federation of Australia over whether past wage payments should be extended from the expiration of a 1914 award until a new one takes effect. Justice Higgins indicated the new award should presume ordinary rates and overtime from the award's end, with the court to clarify interim pay obligations during the gap before a fresh award. The hearing involved 279 respondents and debated whether the arbitral power can set backdated or future wages and how to bridge the interim period under the Conciliation and Arbitration Act.
The Jewish community plans a large memorial at a university to honor Jews who fell in the war. The project envisions a central Jewish learning center for the British Empire with an included religious college.
Mall Industry Employees at Adelaide Government Depot meet to discuss offers. Delegates report acceptance of management terms and plan return to work on Monday.
In Adelaide on a Wednesday the Industrial Court heard aerated water wage dispute. The president said parties nearly reached an agreement, with informations to be withdrawn. Wage terms discussed ranged from 10/6 to 14/0, while prosecutions of strikers were to proceed. Workers are ready to resume work with no new overtime provisions.
Basic Wage Commission in Melbourne heard evidence on housing for a standard family of five. Walter Binley Griffin proposed a model house costing about £6500, land costs around £874, yielding annual rent near £83 for a minimum wage earner. Witnesses argued the housing problem is insoluble under current wage conditions and tied to broader political action.
A blaze swept the Wallarod wheat cleaning mill and a nearby ag factory, both destroyed. Firefighters battled flames through the night, with damage estimated high and no injuries reported. Local authorities initiated investigations into cause and containment.
A large fire at the Benne bag factory in the swt yards of Wallarnd Adelaide destroyed bags and nearby plants. About 300 workers are left unemployed as wheat schemes and other operations face delays. Buildings machinery and timber were damaged. insurance coverage is noted while water supply issues hindered firefighting efforts.
The Port Pirie fruit trade pressed for direct importation as inspectors awaited decisions from the Agriculture Ministry. Mr Quin clarified prior misinformed positions and urged a quick ruling to meet fruit retailers needs. A further appeal to Minister W A Fore was unanswered after weeks of correspondence.
Crystal Brook announces an athletic meeting with entries across events including Sheffield 72 220 yards 63 440 yards 44 and finals 40. The program features two cycling events Barnett Glass 14 miles and Malf Mile, with inter state and Marypi Handicap contender Martin among entrants.
Readable text notes Spanish drama titled The Pretty Gister of Joke to be staged at the Conce Theatre Lonignt with Marguerite Clarke as the pretty sister and Jack Pickford as the male lead. Includes farce elements and lingering notes on humor and pathos amid tense incidents.
London reports Germany preparing to bend relations with Britain in three stages. First, appoint charges and consuls. second, establish diplomatic status for Berlin. third, approve reciprocal ambassadors. Berlin gears to send an official to review the London Embassy as restructuring proceeds.
London dispatches summarize early German reactions to the peace treaty with headlines from the Vossische Zeitung Berliner Tageblatt and others. Comments emphasize a depressed mood, fears of delayed reforms, and concerns over securing a lasting peace for Germans.
London May the Times reports the first Anglo Catholic Congress set to precede the Lambeth Conference. Delegates from around the world will debate church authority discipline and the role of the church in modern spiritual and secular issues. The program includes discussions on various aspects of Anglican authority and church discipline.
Fragmentary text mentions The Times and The Record with special permission notes. It appears to reference publication rights or reprints and possible transmission between papers. Context is unclear due to OCR damage.
A Dublin criminologist links a large Irish crime group to terror activities in Ireland and abroad. Officials identify Daly and Sullivan as key figures behind the faction blamed for factory arson and public threats. The gang’s actions have caused property damage and raised demands for compensation.
Record heat marked a century of readings with a 104.5 degree high amid obscured skies. A brief shower offered little relief. indoor comfort remained limited as humidity and heat persisted. Meteorologist notes show several days above 100 degrees with unsettled conditions and a pending change soon.
Reports claim the Italian steamship Principessa Mafalda is lost off Buenos Aires while heading from Genoa to Gibraltar. The Times notes agitation in Argentina as word spreads from unidentified sources and Lloyds, with no official confirmation yet.
Western Australia minister says timber industry shipments dwindled over 12 months with Admirals advice to move ships empty to WA and back. He cites loading times and higher freights as reason, warning of unemployment and pressure to ship timber urgently to eastern states.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a sparse list tied to an event invitation. Names and details are unreadable, leaving only scattered hints of attendees and possible organizing bodies.
Reports from Harbin and London on January 4 describe Bolshevik advances in Irkutsk and western towns, with Admiral Kolchak's forces dispersed or ordered to leave Sibera. Allies urged to protect, Japanese and Czech sources note upheaval, and American troops reportedly ordered home amid chaotic fronts and revolts near Lake Baikal and Odesa defense concerns.
A deputation from the Chat Merchants Association pressed the Minister of Railways on removing the embargo restricting chaff exports from South Australia to New South Wales and Victoria. They argued farmers and merchants faced shortages and price pressures while Victoria seeks to curb shipments via Albury. The government pledged cautious action and sent requests to Victoria officials to facilitate movement through altered gauges and reduced congestion. Mr Day, General Traffic Manager, was urged to push Victoria to allow South Australian chaff through promptly.
London Mouilay notes silver price drops to 5/72 per ounce, down 430 from yesterday as Watstalh Lodge members gather to bid farewell to Ben Stewart C.A.B. and mark ceremonies with visitors from Peterborough and Crystal Brook. The event included a Brand Judge presentation and traveling aid for a brother, plus musical items and refreshments.
Curry brother of ue A B Gurry and George Wills G Co led the railway clerical examination in Port Pirie last November. AW Hale and St Hannan noted workers leaving Pirie for Adelaide by train. Two conferences planned in Adelaide between Helenlond and South Australian Watt Bornt on general working conditions in wheelyard sheds. AG Stewart and guests left Pirie for Adelaide on Saturday. boarders presented them with a travelling rug and case amid speeches by Wood and others.
John Walter Sipart, 32, laborer and returned soldier, was arrested in Melbourne tonight. He is charged with committing a serious offense against a five year old girl on January 3. The accused is a married man.
State Hotel shows loss during inquiry by the Ewing commission into Stutn Hotel management. Supervisor testimony notes Victoria Hotel loss of £4200 to £1860, wages £1500, total seven hundred fifty? The beer price rise to 1/93 slowed profit by 75 percent, sausages reduced in size, three liquor consignments totaling three boatloads and a trainload of liquor burned? Dp Gilrath bought £4000 of whisky. administrator refused to dismiss manager, instead gave a raise amid delirium deep moments.
A reflection on hardworking women described as versatile in shops, factories, and offices across the Commonwealth. It portrays young women learning self care, maintaining good faith, and performing varied tasks, suggesting moral and practical value in their labor.
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