17 Jan 1936
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1936
Page
1
Local committee in Sia Harbor district expresses hopeful sentiment on the Redhill line proposal to pass through Crystal Brook, aiming for a favorable result amid public discussion and potential route adjustments.
An official inspection of the proposed Redhill Pirie Railway route via Crystal Brook was conducted with Crystal Brook committee guides. Minister Hudd and Railways Commissioner Anderson led a tour of Waterworks and railway yards, reviewing route options and promising to consider Crystal Brook’s case promptly.
A five minute tropical rainstorm in Sydney and suburbs dumped 31 points of rain, wrecking stores and homes. Umroofed buildings, severed telephone and power lines, and widespread damage followed as residents faced one of the most violent storms in years. Temperature peaked at 98.5 with a high of 80 yesterday and low 65 for the 24 hour period.
Italian planes bombed an Abyssinian Red Cross ambulance unit near Dessie, injuring several aides while Major Burgoyne escaped unharmed. Rebels attacked nearby Waldi town with incendiaries, causing casualties and fear as forces move toward Taye.
Italians claim success in a southwest Damwari theater with heavy Abyssinian casualties. Reported actions describe Allied forces repelling assaults, with substantial losses on both sides and a large stretch of fighting near the Say Tor area.
Ras Seyoum Londun's forces reportedly routed a supply column near Addis Ababa. The strike cut Makalle from Ado Wa wing toward Las Seyoum, with Italian ammunition units said to be overrun. Casualty figures listed 63 dead and captures of machine guns rifles and food.
Sydney report notes a failed ACLU meeting for seamen amid strike tensions. Mentions rising volunteer counts and referenced groups amid labor unrest and government intervention plans.
A steward aboard a ship or facility at Newcastle was assaulted and a bankbook stolen. The victim resisted the attack, sustaining injuries but remaining conscious. Reports note multiple similar incidents in Newcastle as authorities push for stronger security along the waterfront.
The shiftworkers tennis teams prepare for today’s events with members like Bointon Muller and A. Sestmiour taking part. Athletes suffer injuries as W. Huletutsum injures an ankle during a fall, while Pirie West and Mr Chesson receive medical attention and transport to hospital. Jurors arrive amid the confusion as names like Kerbing In Auanda appear in the fragmentary report.
Victoria trading banks form an association to protect against rivalry as Royal Commission hearings heard from George Daniel Healy superintendent of the Bank of Australasia and chair Banks of Australia. Discussion covered bank assets notes overdrafts and the potential for on the spot arrangements to preserve solvency amid competition while addressing past contracts and agreements.
A 16 year old youth who tramped from New South Wales pleaded guilty at Pirie Police Court to unlawful possession. He received three months at the reformatory school. Police also alleged he had stolen money from Port Broughton and admitted other thefts. The case details a messy court record with admissions of stolen clothing and other items.
A garbled account references Governor-General Henry Willrick of Australia, wartime roles, and Treasury duties. It mentions education at Eton and Oxford, cricket, and a vague dispute about identities, with scattered notes on public service and early 20th century politics.
Mr Middleton and the Pirie school committee prepare for a Tuesday inspection by Minister of Education J. Jeffries and J. Adey to review the infant school grounds which are waterlogged in wet weather and require drainage and grading. The committee aims to discuss improvements with educators during the visit and show the school’s needs to attendees including Mr Magill and others.
Wheat prices rise to season high at Adel and Liverpool with futures gains as Australian exports surge. About 1 million bushels sold overseas while Austin grain futures show substantial rise and English markets outpace North American declines. National tax noted on Nour uday price.
Led by copper and tin fluctuating with subtle declines, forward and spot quotations drifted lower across standard, three month, and near term contracts. Gold and silver showed minor movements while lead and other metals exhibited modest downward pressure in the market summary from Adelaide.
A partial, garbled report discusses a large conversion loan left with underwriters. It cites unnamed officials and mentions Sam Lundon and Mr. Cases.Fede, noting delays linked to an unsettled international situation and unclear timing.
Miss Mary Tucker celebrated her coming of age with an event at the Tucker home. Guests toasted her with Mr J Mutel-Ings presiding, a gold key presented to Mary, and a cake lit by 21 candles. Music and greetings followed as friends shared well wishes for the new chapter.
Melbourne report on Lord Barnby’s compulsory wool levy to fund publicity and research. Mr KM Niall urges manufacturer cooperation in Britain and beyond, noting only a producer levy lowers wool prices and benefits producers, while widespread support is essential.
New South Wales dominated the Linton Cup at Memorial Drive with a second win in three rubbers defeating Tasmania in all three rubbers as South Australia, Victoria, Queensland, and Western Australia posted varied results and the NSW team appeared unbeatable.
Melburnian John McBtarth Melburns aged 78 died in Creswick Hospital after his clothes caught alight while burning grass at Mount Prospect yesterday. His burned clothing contained £130 in banknotes, most of them undamaged.
In the institute billiards event full totals reached 4000 for last night with Moody and Fuller leading at 237. Prosser and Duncan posted 204. Demkins and Frosir recorded 93, while Sawyer and Bows had 178. Gondan and Noble 130, Winter and Bockelbers 129, Mugers and Green 18. Garland and Dibdin 77, Lewis and Collell 76, Kretsehimer and Williams 74, Meserke and New sun 70.
Pirie regatta details crews selected by Pirie Rowing Girls for invitation fours. First heat features N P Springbet and J Brooks with De Dear and May. Second heat includes WW Janes and P W Brown, Te 1. Datuin and Williams, Armour and De Dear. Third heat lists BR bow and J J Yea with Harmer and Willson. A crew withdrawal and a work injury to M Bennetts at Lyons Limited first aid station for a severe cut on the right little finger.
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