17 Jul 1936
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 17, 1936
Page
1
Three men were arrested after a parcel the size of a brick was hurled at King Edward VIII as his procession passed Hyde Park Corner. The King retained his seat while police and guards quickly restrained a suspect and another man seen with a revolver. The procession resumed with the armed escort protecting the King.
A third man brandished a revolver and was immediately arrested. The trio is being questioned by the Assistant Commissioner of Police as investigations proceed.
A scrambled OCR fragment hints at a report on the film industry’s activity and leadership during challenging conditions. The text references locations and names in a garbled form, suggesting a regional industry update and ongoing production or filming moves. The readable bits point to industry focus without clear events or dates.
A divorce case progressing at age 78 is noted with a decree nisi granted by the court. The record lists the involved parties and references the procedural status of the dissolution.
A mangled OCR text mentions bomb outrages, detectives, a mayor, constable, and a Palestine reference. Several proper names and places are unreadable, leaving a fragmentary report that hints at investigations and recent events without coherent details.
A long wartime style notice outlines plans to reconstruct Baltic Wharf No. 10 at a cost around £15,000 this year. Government confirms intent to restore Hulls and channel works, with Marine Ministry oversight and Work Board cooperation.
The drought across the United States and Canada has clouded wheat harvest estimates and delayed authoritative world projections until next month. USDA officials say accuracy is elusive, while traders anticipate a possible reduction in North American output and note varied European prospects amid ongoing adverse weather.
The Adelaide market report notes delayed rainfall impacting ore and grain quotations with mixed spot prices, including wheat and tin. Traders reassess values as quotations show volatility, with references to standard rates and shifts across Liverpool and North America, reflecting cautious market mood.
Sir Archdale Parkhill announces federal measures to expand the militia as 8 000 more men are sought. The speech, broadcast nationally, outlines recruitment and uniform improvements while stressing readiness for defense duties and potential expansion of reserve forces.
Shipping interests crowded the Royal Exchange Hotel to honor Nord-Deutscher Lloyd on the Australian trade jubilee marking its 1886 link to Australia. The celebration highlighted the line’s growth from freight to mail service and noted its esteem among Pirie’s shipping community despite chaotic OCR fragments.
In Meahourne on Thursday a proposal for a weekly pension of £1 for widows with each dependent child was urged by Mr Cremfeam of Labor. The plan would add to existing aid from the Children's Welfare Department, pushing annual expenditure to about £185,570. It was projected that 4,456 widows would benefit, with support drawn from previous schemes in New South Wales. Deputy Premier Str Old voiced agreement, and with the motion withdrawn an inquiry was promised to be set up next week.
A proposal to invite Halk Sela salt to the South Austrasia centenary celebration gains support from Mr H Tassielk of the Legislative. The idea frames a formal invitation as part of official commemorations and may influence ceremonial arrangements.
Adelaide, Thursday. Charles Wright, tobacconist of Rundle Street, was committed for trial on a charge of manslaughter after an inquest at Mount Barker into the death of Thomas Wellington of Stag Hotel. Albert Carl Pfriener, another passenger, died days later. The coroner reported the car struck a pole and the driver’s meal back was damaged. Wellington lay unconscious beneath the vehicle. Pfriener and others were removed from the wreck. Witnesses described the scene and court steps proceeded with Wright in custody awaiting the next sessions.
A court heard that an elderly man unlawfully climbed the oval fence, breaching a bylaw protecting public and club property. The defendant admitted grabbing the fence top and looking over, with prosecutors arguing for a penalty while noting the bylaw’s goal to deter such acts and safeguard the stadium precinct.
A chaotic report describes a mysterious soup contamination at a Whyalla fire incident. Authorities warn of possible jalap related sabotage as firefighters and medical staff treat injured. Investigators work through scattered details, with no confirmed motive or full casualty count.
Fragmented OCR text describes a golf purse in Adelaide with players including McMahon and Spalding, mentions early round actions and a few unclear names. Core details are obscured, but the piece references tournament play and notable competitors in a mixed, terse cabled style.
The Australian merchant crew marks the eightieth anniversary of a long sea voyage era. Mr IP tabes, manager for Hew, presided at a dinner recalling the ship Alster’s maiden voyage in 1928. The master’s certificate dates to 20, with long service since he was 15.
Yesterday's high reached 61 degrees while the minimum for the past 24 hours ended at 8 30 a.m. was 49 degrees. The report notes a mild temperature range with cooler early morning conditions.
A brief notice from Sydney reports meat supply unloaded and distributed with easy handling. Households are expected to buy quickly as goods arrive, with a likely strong demand from housewives tomorrow.
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