14 Jul 1941
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 14, 1941
Page
1
Australian report notes Moscow claiming continued Russian resistance to the German onslaught and British air raids on Nazi industrial centres aiding the effort. Berlin boasts a 125 mile advance in one sector while Syria armistice talks offer a chance to reorganize forces. Italy reportedly to announce RAF Naples raid as ground defences are deemed weak.
London report cites Moscow dispatch claiming German industrial output dropped about 30 percent due to bombing. The decline hinders military supply lines and impacts Germany's ability to sustain military operations, with broader effects on the war effort and supplies for the front.
Britain and Russia pledge mutual assistance in a formal agreement signed by Britain’s leader and M Moksiad Commisar of Foreign Affairs. The accord reinforces cooperation on diplomatic and strategic questions between the two nations.
Japanese press wages a campaign against Indo China, targeting anti Japanese propaganda in vernacular papers. Government takes no steps to curb anti Japanese activities. Charges include failure to suppress hostile articles and influence on Honan residents friendly to Japan.
In Berlin a substantial advance by panzer units toward Leningrad is reported, with Bolshevik forces unable to halt them though fuel shortages may check progress. Minsk sector claims 135 miles of advance as German forces push toward Kiev, while Moscow reports show stiff Russian resistance and German setbacks on other fronts.
The council appoints Mr A A Bronson as secretary of the Combined Railways Social Club filling the Pirie vacancy. Mr S R Dieunan transfers from the South Australian Railways Pirie traffic staff to Port Lincoln. A prominent North Adelaide footballer is noted among members as the council considers moving meetings to the afternoon to ease farming and harvest workloads.
Seven days of soaking rains persist with a light drizzle from dawn to night. A cold northwesterly breeze chilled outdoor workers as visibility dropped and the gauge at Pirle Post Lake registered higher rainfall late morning.
Mr E E Cooper bandmaster of BHAS and Excelsior Band becomes conductor of Solomon town Methodist Church Choir succeeding Mr L L Illman who moved to Adelaide. Also notes staff transfers and deaths including Mrs Mary Sandow age 87, widow of George Sandow, and Mr E H Barker former WA Labor general secretary.
Britain and France sign armistice terms for Syria at Acre seeking ratification by Vichy and London. Despite reports of progress the conference noted Allied control would offer strategic leverage in the Middle East and aid to Turkey if needed.
Sunday maximum 61, minimum 48. Friday maximum 57, minimum 40. River mist and rain eased, season described as developing well for farmers. A large consignment of peas from hills districts reached Adelaide, aided by wet winter rains and calm winds, keeping land in good condition. Total registration up to the month shows over an inch added to the year’s tally.
Labor council eyed disruption as clerical workers pressed for pay raises and cost of living adjustments. Town clerk Crowley warned money could not be taken from offices if outdoor staff joined, while December discussions acknowledged financial limits and proposed retroactive increases totaling large sums.
In a Sunday crash near Mount Gambier two training aircraft collided during a rain squall. Flight-Lieut George Ken Neth Peacock of Hereford and Leading Aircraftmen L. Andrew of Quehasians and O. Milford of Moonta died. One plane’s pivoted pilot survived. four aboard none injured. South Australian training school involved.
Mr Sanders described Newcastle as an ever growing place with beauty evident in its transport links including trams and double deck buses. He noted his involvement in cricket umpiring, school matches, and a general interest in music and bandwork while acknowledging soccer’s modest role alongside local football.
Batavia reports the government of the Netherlands East Indies moves to build an expeditionary force as British observers note evolving tension. The бокering of military readiness signals a broader regional security posture amid rising global conflict concerns.
Sunday report from Melbourne notes Cheery Jack, the hot favorite, was deoped from the Grand National Steeplechase. The South Australian representative Nations Debt led the event, and allocates the unusual occurrence of Cheery Jack’s withdrawal amid mixed reactions from the crowd.
Visiting Pirie today are Sir Claude Reading Captain and Mrs A Garton Mr and Mrs J E Gosse Mesdames Symons Lucas and Blizard Miss J M Blizard Messrs Bennie H C Godson F J Fenson J Grant and I C Jacobs Set 5 Cox. Kalgoorlie reports the death of Violet Cook manageress of the Palace Hotel London born Newcastle NSW 53. She married Spencer Cook in 1916 and took over the hotel in 1936 leaving a son Spencer and a daughter Mrs P J Nevill.
Highways Department to begin early reconstruction of the Pirie Port Germain road with loose rubble macadam facing. Part will be done by Pirie District Council plant and the rest by contract. Bitumen dressing decision later. MP G L Riches notes strong motorist support and cites coordinated representations by A W Lacey, J A Lyons, Beerworth and Blesing.
The Red Cross appeal in Bakers Town raised a small sum recorded as 36 pounds 11 shillings. The collected amount remains acknowledged by page entries noting totals and donors.
Proceedings report from a labor conference focusing on child endowment, price control, and equal pay for women. Key figures including labor officials and conference delegates discuss policy options and potential reforms affecting families and wages.
In the Federal Arbitration Court, the Seamen's Union of Australasia seeks to deregister the Australian Seamen's Federation, formed in 1938 after a strike, citing no wage and condition regulations since February 11, 1940, lack of activity, and a member count under the statutory limit. EV Elliott, general secretary, notes no moves by the federation to regulate members.
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