16 Jul 1935
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 16, 1935
Page
1
At Sydney's Central Summons Court Patrick Brady faced a charge of murdering James Smith. A police statement alleged Reginald Holmes claimed Brady threatened him. The court adjourned proceedings as testimony and documents were reviewed and witnesses were examined.
Melbourne case records magician known as Dante the Magician seeking release from sheriff custody after arrest linked to salary dispute with Durward Porter. Judge declined immediate release but offered option to pay disputed amount into court. Details reference steamer Havel and Adelgide involvement.
Last night Meyur Cr. lines of committees were proposed by Atwell to speed work. Members were nominated for several panels including Town-Pumming and finance committees. Jeane declined nomination for Walomuittee, and the council settled on a finance committee for town hall planning.
A passenger airliner crashed yesterday near Amsterdam, bursting into flames after its cabin door opened in flight. Six people died, including two passengers. three other travelers survived with injuries as the plane descended and reached the ground safely after a long fall.
Mr. Framels of St Mark's retreated with injuries to the body and shoulder after a Saturday game at Memorial Field. He sustained a cracked collarbone and bruising, and will be kept quiet for about a fortnight.
The article notes Anderson as a candidate for general manager of The ABI at the Ade- Wide station near Orange after twelve years in service. It mentions burial services for Lady Bray, lists several attendees, and lists other personal items including court and public figures visiting locally.
The report outlines difficulties faced by workers linked to a government inquiry. A union official cites frost and supply issues while workers labor only part of days as authorities investigate conditions. Few details about locations and exact duties are provided, though mentions Glenelg and government questions persist.
Melbourne scene reports a Preston employer bound and robbed of 19 pounds after being lured into a house by three men. He was gagged and threatened with death by tomahawk if he cried out, then untied himself and called for help as the robbers fled, with suspicions they targeted the house as well.
Reading shows yesterday's maximum at 652 and the 24 hour minimum ending at 0 am, reflecting temperature extremes recorded in local meteorology.
In Berlin 3000 former Teutons greeted visiting British Legion members with a warm Hitler salute, leaving the guests embarrassed by the cordial reception. The Recorder Special notes the awkward contrast as the veterans, former soldiers, navigate the social ceremony during their visit.
London notes resumption of the third test between England and South Africa with South Africa at 123 for 4 at luncheon. The innings featured batsmen Sickel Hammond Siedie and other names including Rowai Gates Verity and Sundries as bowlers Wade Mitchell and Verity delivered.
The council last night endorsed removing the charge for reconnection of electric light service after debate sparked by Alderman Davis. The Recorder notes the electric light committee recommended abolition, with implied future actions to set a sinking fund and ongoing debt management signals.
London reports outline Mr Lloyd George's New Deal for Britain includes a 250 million loan to boost productive wealth, with commissions toward farm and transport development and a push for a longer work week. The cabinet considers extending limited reforms to curb foreign dominions and ease labor shortages while reorganizing economic policy.
London dispatch quotes British diplomatic writer as saying war between Italy and Spain is inevitable after Abyssinia capitulation. The Daily Mail notes toned signals and possible compliance with demands, hinting at rising tensions and looming military options amid unsettled European alignments.
Alderman Davis moved that the mayoral allowance remain unaltered at £150 for the next 12 months. He suggested matching external practices where aldermen earn £300 yearly. Alderman Fitegerail supported the motion, which was carried.
Mey Wise, 28, of Caulfield, suffered a skull fracture when a golf ball struck him. He was hospitalized but progressing favorably. Report notes a motor bomb incident in Antwerp involving a failed negotiation effort and mentions other wartime casualties.
Town council mostly reimposed the annual rates with a general rate of 4 and specific charges for police and hospital services. Dr Jeanes opposed open council deliberations on the issue and urged wider discussion. Dr Dey proposed lowering rates further but was defeated. The mayor warned against delays and vowed to fund essential work while pushing for a timely decision before June.
A messy OCR fragment cites a Perth police court case involving a 13 year old arraigned for assault at Mile End on March 23. It mentions a chase, a dog incident, and a Royal Society of England style reference, with judge Mr Acting Justice Taeje delivering judgment for C.A.5.B. Ltd. in Nautdation against Westralian Farmers Ltd.
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