Silence on the Port Augusta railway stalemate continues
A long delay in the Port Augusta railway project prompts renewed appeals in Pirie and district. Citizens press both Federal and State governments for action as winter approaches and unemployment grows. Deputations to Adelaide have yielded promises but no firm timelines, prompting calls for decisive funding and planning.
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Pirie and
Adelaide
Port Augusts
Faderal
Etsie
Piri
McBride
Mr. Lacey
Haller
Tie Tts
Past Life Blackmail Allegations Connected to Death Case
A Brisbane coroners inquest heard a man claim blackmail by Linda Johnstone linked to his past life. He alleged threats tied to a forged identity, detailing letters and receipts. police found a note to him claiming ongoing persecution. The case concerns the death of Willem Corsish, an ice inspector, found aboard a car deck at Mount Cootha last July.
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Brisbane
Seauley
Ox Willem Corsish
Iceance
Jou
Linda Johovtour
Exents
Soul Australis
Ase
Lindi Johnstone
Providence West
Terre Haute Stores Reopen After Union Tension
Pickets clashed with National Guard in Terre Haute as The Merchants Association vowed to hire only union members. About 150 stores planned to reopen to relieve dwindling food supplies amid ongoing turmoil. Troops patrolled city streets as the strike gradually eased with authorities insisting no further deployments.
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Terre Haute
Ind
Piolehce Santa Bevy Cmt
National Guard
Iran Yas
Merchants” Association
Man Amok in Argentine Senate Shooting Incident
A chaotic scene in the Argentinian Senate left multiple injured after Ramon Vanquer Cora opened fire in the public gallery during a debate on government controls for foreign meat workers. Senator Bordabebere was killed and Senators Lois Dunhay and Rafael Mancini were wounded.
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Buenos Aires
Senate
Ril
Governiment Couttel
Ramon Vanquer Cora
Sen
Bordabebere
Lois Dunhay
Agricultre
Rafael Mancini
Sensi
Dushes
Traders Effort Support Appeal By Adelaide Merchants
A local merchant alliance in Adelaide unites to advocate a policy change. Secretary W W Piddaisan reads pledges from twenty houses showing active backing for the effort. The exact form of support remains unclear in the report.
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Ntiou
Tetters
Vale
Adelaide
Ww. W. Piddaisan
Tappurt Ooh
Mayor Has No News Approached Yesterday
Fragmentary notes describe a mayoral figure with unclear messages. The text mentions a deputation and a government setting but lacks concrete events, dates, or outcomes. No decisive action or news is documented due to garbled OCR text.
Governor Ousted in Tabasco as Uprising Expels Officials
Mexico City reports a popular uprising forces Governor Mamwil tastra of Tabasco state from office. The revolt also endangers Dr. Willx Real, governor of 'Tumaslipas, as citizens view the action as a purge removing remnants of ex-President General Calleo.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mexico City
Mamwil Tastra
Tabasco
Willx Real
Victorian Premier Talks Alsatian Policy Amid Tense Moot
A Wednesday report shows Premier facing a deputation on Alsatian dogs and a wolf strain issue. Officials stressed caution, with calls for a measured stance while outlines of potential regulatory steps were discussed and considered by the community.
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Dunstant
Wnullipty. Fm
Thermometer Reading Summary
Weather chart records yesterday's high at 67 and low near 39 after two hours of clear conditions. Overnight cooling left temperatures around 30s, with morning readings near 39. Observers noted a brief temperature drop and a mild breeze.
Maternity Ward Demand at Pirie Hospital
Mr W Hl Threadgold mayor urged Pirie Hospital to establish a maternity ward noting its necessity in a well equipped facility. He cited federal and local funds, key grants, and support from health authorities to back the project and secure monetary assistance for maternity services.
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Bava
Pirie Hospital
W. Hl
Threadgold
Tnspital Board
Piel
Dorlumce
Thiadevid
Pirie
Joe Arra Sinaley
Piri Lad
Adelaide Wheat Market Rises Slowly on Wednesday
Adelaide grain prices edged higher on Wednesday with wheat quoted at 2/11 5 per bushel as the market regained a firmer level amid steady demand and supply dynamics in the Melbourne market region.
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Adelaide
Tasman Air Mail Wellington Impasse Discussed
Sir Charles Kingrford Smith plans to advance a Tasman air service with government support but concerns arise over funding and competing commitments. Government will consider details promptly as discussions continue.
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Wellington
Charles Kingrford- Smith
New Zealand
Sheep theft trial in Gladstone district court
Eric George Gum faces charges of stealing sheep from Crystal Brook property. Jurors hear how 420 sheep were bought last November and 150 were counted by witnesses, with branding and sale records linking items to Gum’s estate. Evidence traces purchases at markets and likely transfers through local yards, while defense argues lack of proof of intent to steal.
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T. Fon
Ed Walehea
Abe
Dalgety
Kristmas
Winans
Trimm
Wream
Philly
Schapet
Bennett & Tisher
Uryatal Brow
Anki
Srs. Gum
Vysere Guld
Neeoum
Lavan
Bum
Apel
Aix
Strim
Elder, Sell, & Co
Crystal Bek
Pleetan Jy
Ehureh
Abattoire
Mem
Withiran
Denett & Palier
Alchupel
Alleliures
Ramon
Eused
Alle Ohureh
C.h. Mannan
Thal
Eric George Gum
Crystal Brook
Taiier
Allhureh
Janie
Howe
Adelaide
Grestal Briak
Adelside Labor Women's Conference Addresses Late Mr Witton
The Adelside Labor Women's Conference yesterday observed a creedal alliance in memory of the late Mr Witton of Prospect, a long-time member of the ALLS.
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Adelside Labor Women's Conference
Mr Witton
Prospect
ALLS
Wages Evidence to Be Heard in Australian Appeals
The court ruled evidence will be heard in the appeal concerning wage classifications and changes. It will hear certain government and private evidence, with a focus on whether prior rulings altered wage scales. Proceedings involve the Australian Government Workers’ Association and railway and public service officials, with hearings set for a later date.
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Adelaide
APTES
Kelly
Tadaverial Court
Cole
Aharomat
Jackey
Avidance
South Australan Railways
Acarately
Niegis
Ue Amatralla Government Workers
Itice
Rallwara Jantissioner
£200,000 Appeal for Pastoralists Research
In Melbourne on a compassionate appeal the Australian Pastoral Research Trust aims to raise about £200,000 for research into prevention of disease among sheep. £160,000 is sought from donors with £53,276 already pledged to fund field and laboratory work. Mr G J Aitken said industry health gains justify continuing support, with the scheme likely to be voluntary.
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Sieebourne
Melbourne
G. J. Aitken
Chaiman
Australian Pastoral Research ‘Trust
Eleuce
Circuit Court at Gladstone Opens in Theft Case
Gladstone circuit court sat today with Mr A W Bannan representing the Crown. Thomas Rex Macoy, 35, and Edward Wilson, 29, were committed for trial on charges of breaking and larceny. The proceedings proceeded amid a crowded courtroom as the case moved to the next stage.
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Gladstone
Fuatie
Napier
Adoption plan halves milk rations for young children
A British Medical Association sub committee recommends an early adoption of a ration scheme cooking to ages birth to 18 years. The plan lowers rations for older children while providing more milk for the young. Minister Jeffries says administration challenges exist but the scheme will be adopted as soon as possible. Milk allowances range from one and a half pints for nursing mothers and infants to two pints for six to twelve months old.
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Jeffries
Broayett
Erreee
London metal prices mixed on spot and forward quotes
Spot and forward quotations drift in London metal exchanges with copper, lead, zinc, tin and silver easing or holding. Copper down to 84 16/10, lead down 2/6 spot and 4/9 forward, tin soft at 2/9 forward, gold and silver largely steady with slight moves in several lines.
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Adelaide
Avedrdine
Allges and
Merale
London Metal Exchane
State women gulf Championship quarter finals at Seston
Report recalls the quarter finals of the State women gulf Championship at Seston with close matches. Taslo beat Gordon 10 to 4 while other results featured Mymy Mill, Jea Op, and Astley in decisive wins. A road accident and a high casualties note follow the sports results.
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Wau
Seston Yesterdy
Mise M
Misa L. Gordon
Irs
Benlen
He &. de Creaplamy
Ming K. Mymill
Mivy D
Jea
Mrn
J.P. Astley
Mra Ss
Wy Ridsway
Local hospital admissions and social notes from Pirie Hospital
Lilyetree and Pine West residents are admitted or discharged at Pirie Hospital with others visiting and social events noted. The piece mentions Carmelite jubilee events in Kew, missionary work in Korea, ambulance service recognition, and a Governor's return to Adelaide, along with Melbourne University Association and Victorian Woman Creation Association meetings.
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Amrw
GC. Richardson
Lilyetree
Ellendale
Pirie Hospital
Ian Dorothy Berry
Pine West
I Pine Hospiree
Melbourne University
Victorian Woman
Jobe Lathes
de. W
Terastapen
SLA
Uwene
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