22 Jul 1940
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 22, 1940
Page
1
A collage of dramatic wartime items reports Sydney’s victory applauded after bombing raids, an Italian air attack drawing contempt from Alf, and a German Teuton raider sinking ships in the Atlantic. Germany may occupy parts of France as allied attempts to relieve Cappuzzo fail.
The report notes Australia’s cruiser Sydney sinking two Italian cruisers with one escaping, Second AIF soldiers in Haifa enduring an Italian air raid, and Allied actions in Cyrenaica. It mentions disputes over planes on a French carrier in the West Indies, a German raider threatening British ships, and German influence on France as refugees strain French governance. It also states Japan's new government aims for better understanding and cooperation with Germany and Italy.
London dispatch reports Hitler likely to occupy the whole of France amid immense problems facing the Petain government. Vichy sources say the Petain ministry cannot surmount the formidable difficulties, signaling a potential decisive turn in the war.
London reports a large scale German raid on Britain resulting in 336 lives lost and 140 enemy planes shot down. The article notes teen casualties, multiple deaths, and refers to air battles over targets including London. Names and specifics are garbled in the OCR text.
Fragmented OCR text discusses ownership of planes and a dispute with France. Mentions of American state lines, moves to the West, and a surrender. Names appear garbled and uncertain. no clear events, dates, or outcomes emerge from the readable text.
A reported enemy raider operates in the Atlantic near the West Indies, with British ships sunk and US Navy and State Department noting the incident. Washington considers the matter serious as Pan American defense ties and regional security figures loom large, with vessels reported near Cuba and Caribbean ports.
In a church anniversary address Rev C C Landberg warned that postwar Australia will face a flood of immigration and a river of silt from floods. He argued Australia could gain value and challenges alike, with many immigrants bringing intelligence and new civic life. The sermon urged peaceful progress and Christian unity as the nation rebuilds.
Mr and Mrs T Wellington depart Pirie for Lugadate Methodist Home Mission work. Mr A L Murtic of Witsalls sends digging equipment. Mr and Mrs C Mn of Solomon town noted. Several locals admitted to Pirie Hospital, including Mr B U Grocke and Mr G H Fry. G G Johnston resumes B grade umpiring after weeks away. Miss Aeon Hiksui leaves for a week in Adelaide. Appointments and electoral notes accompany a busy local scene with various civic items.
Readings show yesterday with a maximum of 61.5 and a minimum for 24 hours ending 6.30 a.m. at 50. Saturday 8.30 a.m. temperature reached 48.5.
Canberra reports Sunday telephoning from Perth as Mr J Curtin leaders of the Federal Opposition say they are contacting party members to fix the earliest convenient date for a meeting. The piece notes potential Cabinet responsibility for war, internal party divisions, and calls for elections to be held promptly if public support favors it.
A Sydney report says Prince Konoye asked Australia to join Japan in a cultural mission to promote international goodwill and human betterment. Professor Russo disclosed the message, noting two powers can advance universal enlightenment through peaceful means. A Kodama message from the Japanese Foreign Association echoed optimism for a prosperous future built on understanding and industry.
The Whyalla district seeks 400 new homes as BHP plans attract artisans. About 100 tents line the foreshore and hillside suburbs, with water and sanitation concerns raising disease fears. Temporary shelters house nearly 600 people. many homes cost £900 to £1,400 for BHP workers, who may relocate here for industrial duties. Residents urge Housing Trust action and a recreation hall for single men, apprentices, and families amid ongoing licensing for beach access.
Australian Labor Party electorate committee met yesterday electing G H Sharpe to a fourteenth term as secretary and delegate to the State Convention. New officers were chosen with C L Davis presiding.
A fragmented cloze style note references a comforts fund for fighting forces and mentions Secretary Virie Hiram Nun and engineer Mr Cueesuu with unclear roles. The OCR text is garbled but indicates a wartime support fund or committee effort and names several individuals in tentative positions.
George Henry Fry of Solomonowa Street Solomomowa employed at Broken Hill Associated Smelters suffered severe leg burns after falling into a hopper on the top floor of the Works during a Saturday morning incident at No 4 furnace. A bar was placed over the hopper to enable self extraction as heated material released him. He was freed with the help of fire brigade personnel after a delay. Fry, in pain but improving, said he narrowly escaped greater injury and could not explain how he avoided a worse fate.
After evening service at Central Methodist Mission last night Mr and Mrs Wellington were bid farewell by the congregation as they depart for Sweindale to begin home mission work. Rev A E Vogt cited their unfailing service to the Sunday school and church and wished them well. Community members and church officers offered praise and prayers, noting Mr Wellington will shift from spanners to books with his wife’s support.
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