23 Jul 1920
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 23, 1920
Page
1
A naval launch was sighted at the Outer Harbor on Thursday afternoon amid sensational development. The report notes activity around the harbour with unclear details and mentions Adelaide and federal sightings.
Testimony indicates a morning session where Mr V Resnae Be W, J. Dewar, Wather Jeger, and Mr B Jene Kevith argued in relation to the position of General Retill. The instrument of the counsel was removed from the jurisdiction of the court amid a breach of the ave. Mer Cleland: No such undertaking.
In Sydney non-union labor activities spark protests as AWA threatens to boycott stations employing non union workers. Melbourne reports Premier Lawson says settlement prospects for the dispute look brighter as talks occur with gas companies. Geelong faces coal shortages risking industrial closures without relief. Court proceedings discuss witness attendance and adjournments involving Father Jerger and General Antill with habeas corpus considerations and amended affidavits ordered for Wednesday.
The Spa conference reports Ned Millerard states results with continued confidence in the average. One service follows as the French Chamber of supplies votes to continue support for Otieeea.
In Dublin suburban areas a one day strike by dockers disrupted work as soldiers and police occupied Kingsbridge and the Dublin terminus. The Irish Labor executive did not endorse the action though dockers urged carters and factory hands to join the stoppage for Larkin’s imprisonment.
United Service dispatch from London reports Britain unlikely to read a public appeal for the Olympic Games funds. The King subscribed £100 to the expenses fund but the public appeal raised only £3,000 toward £10,000 needed, showing poor support for the games.
A Times telegram reports authorities ban all armables within three miles of Cork to prevent the Cork regatta. Police set orders and widen security as officers enforce the prohibition.
Disturbances at Tuam Galway followed by two constables attending a wake for murdered comrades. Dawn volley of musketry woke the town. Police lost control and spent the day shooting bombing and burning in an orgy of violence.
Federal Parliament in Melbourne discussed mortgage payments under the Moratorium Act due by July 34 unless extensions were granted for hardships. A motion to adjourn to debate cautions and fortifications lapsed. The government sought to postpone notices. closure was used to advance the bill in the second reading of the Science and Industry Bill.
At criminal sessions Judge to announce sentences for Hilda Ada Vera Smith aged 26 wheeled in by chair. She admitted bigamy. Another defendant Erle Gordon Purser 19 pleaded not guilty to a serious assault on a girl aged 16 but admitted indecent assault. Remanded for sentence. court to reconvene tomorrow for convicts.
Constantinople reports a British fleet occupier has taken control of the Sea of Marmara as a consequence of Greek actions in Thrace. London notes conscripts called to service as demonstrations erupt across Bulgaria against Greek aggression along coast and interior.
Chief artist Bryant Wantibum stars as dispenser of spirits in a lively comedy at the Gouce Theatre tonight. Elsie Ferguson headlines Eve of the Soul in a dramatic performance, with strong support from Doxean Players and a Sunshine comedy The Daughter of Sota Ma. Cast details include Mr. Lawrence Dunbar, Miss Dora Mostyn, and others in a busy theater program.
A Port Pirie town meeting discussed introducing a Saturday half-holiday with canvassing for petitions. Local officials and business leaders urged swift action, outlining canvasser roles, petition signatures, and potential impacts on shop hours and cricket season timing. Training and coordination with Crystal Brook supporters were proposed to secure broad backing.
Wards depart Perth on the East West express today amid a boycott by Father Jerger and others who refuse to modify the route or service despite pressure. The protest aims at withholding support until changes are made, with no resolution yet reported.
Members of Parliament discuss forming state parliamentary and commercial committees to link with Commonwealth and Allied parliaments. Sinclair criticizes consular service limits and Russia's food shipments to Germany. Crosby asks for committees in Japan and the United States. the motion to form a life committee to aid reconstruction and free trade is carried.
The Times reports Turkish forces withdrew from several ports after a landing supported by two British dreadnoughts. Greeks allegedly occupy Bregil Sultam Keny and fodosto as Turkish troops fled inland with no resistance observed.
In Public Eye, C J Tuckwell of Winlington and W S Kelly of Giles' Corner were chosen as chairman and vice chairman of the advisory Board of Agriculture on Wednesday. Tuckwell and F Goleman of Saddleworth were reappointed for two years, and J Wicks of Payneham was elected as rowers' representative. A cable message reports a vast improvement in the Japanese Mikado's health with only difficulty in stairs.
Federal public service proposal to appoint a special arbitrator with full power over all Public Service Association wage and condition appeals. It would withdraw all proceedings from the Arbitration Court. Senator Pearce moved second reading. the debate was adjourned in Melbourne on Thursday.
Mr Bert Ellis of Waymouth Street fell about 40 feet through a skylight early this morning while removing a decoration. He was found bleeding and shocked, with severity of bruising and injuries noted. Emergency medical aid attended the scene.
Local workers repair a lavatory and prepare a balloon platform, with crews coordinating tasks on site. An official notes ongoing preparations for an upcoming event.
Fragmented readable text describes Hodgsor and an incident with a horse and cart. No clear names, places, dates, or outcomes are determined from the fragment.
The Industrial Court deputy president N A Webb delivered judgment today in the quarry workers cage. He announced new wage rates for quarry laborers including 13 shillings a day for miners, 3 shillings 6 pence for spoilage workers, and 19 shillings 6 pence for ammer and drimeo tasks.
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