27 Jul 1920
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 27, 1920
Page
1
After heavy rains, Nelsonby reservoir began to overflow, reaching about 450 000 gallons daily. Officials warn that demand for Purile mains treatment could exceed supply as water used for flushing and domestic needs rises amid ongoing restrictions and maintenance.
In The Times London a slander suit in the Chief Justice's Court pits Sir Arthur Lachey and Baron d Erlanger against C P Ogilvie, director of Forestall Land Company. The case centers on claims of unfitness for directorship and alleged dishonorable intrigue amid Argentine amalgamation tensions.
An advertisement touts Chambertain's Pain Bula for dental and muscle aches. It promises to prevent breakins of teeth, relieve inflammation, and soothe conditions described with dubious medical claims. The text appeals to broad readership and asserts universal effectiveness.
An Uy Pirie syndicate has secured the Waukaringa silver ledge near Waukaringa, 26 miles from Yunlu. A company will be formed to develop the property. Assays show 73 percent lead and 39 ounces silver per ton. Work aims to start soon with two mining tracks planned near Pirie and a week or two to set up.
Crystal Brook residents voiced worry yesterday amid reports that Mr Jo Hill lay seriously ill with influenza. An inquiry into the town’s health was noted, with officials saying the illness had grown worse and prompted private concern.
Hobart reports Justice avid conducts inquiry into a group of 12 prisoners with LWW. He will present the document to the New South Wales Government on Wednesday after analysing its report.
Home of Waiui Prests advertises dainty summer fabrics at extra low prices. Early inspection urged due to keen buying months ago. Enormous stock across drapery clothing boots grocery ironmongery crockery and more, all modern and splendidly assorted with lowest prices. Shopping at Prests made easy by large well assorted stock.
A July 17 memorandum between Japanese and eline-Udinsk authorities calls for a Far Eastern buffer state to secure peace in Russia. It envisions democratic governance, free assembly, Japan withdrawal from Baikal, and no Soviet army entry, with protections for Japanese residents.
A Brussels message reports the first consignment of 10,000 books from Germany will restore the Louvain library and university collection looted at the war’s start. The recovery of books manuscripts and ark works is welcomed by the global scholarly community.
In Moore Street Adelaide on July 14 Richard De Mont Whight was found unconscious and died days later in Adelaide Hospital. Detectives Whittle Stade and Constable Nicholls arrested Join Henry Ryan James Luke Carlos and William Thomas Fairlie on charges of feloniously killing him. They appeared in Adelaide Police Court with a coroner's inquiry adjourned to Wednesday and remand granted until Friday.
The Australian Workers' Union represented by Mr W J Denny applied in the State Industrial Court for a common rule to cover the cane milling industry. The deputy president Webb heard the application and granted it, ordering the award to apply to the industry throughout the state from today.
In Adelaide the Industrial Court convenes today to hear claims by drapery assistants and clerks. The case involves workers seeking redress over wage and working condition disputes. Proceedings aim to determine entitlement and any applicable remedies or settlements.
London report cites Bolshevik dispatch claiming Polam allies withdraw from action. Wireless message from Moscow says Soviet commander ordered withdrawal of the Med Army amid ongoing discussions.
Fragmented report from The Times outlines discussions among Russian and British officials, including Lloyd George and Krassin notes. Mentions Soviet government stance, Britain’s interruption of talks, and a proposed peace conference in London with conditions tied to Baltic and European security.
Wallaroo jetty activity halted as Father Jerger’s deportation is reported. The Babia Castilla lay idle all day, waterside workers quit briefly, and a temporary work suspension was ordered. The Avon liner expected with coal cargo to Wits Week may be delayed. Interstate Delite reportedly unaffected.
Fragmentary OCR yields a garbled local notice mentioning names and places, with references to ministries and weather cues. It reads like a jumbled diary of tokens including Wall street style hints and stray proper nouns, but no clear event or outcome is discernible.
Reported in The Times as tensions rise across Ireland with potential shifts toward a republican government and possible religious conflict. Observers warn of unrest spreading to other towns while Ulster seeks special treatment and partition remains a debated point.
Reports from Simla describe bomb threats in Northern Punjab linked to Hindustani fanatic colonies in Bauer and Bajaur. Afghanistan border style fighting continues as Mahsuds, Abdullai clan, clash near Manin with multiple British regiments engaging. casualties listed for Dogras and other troops, enemy losses unknown.
Melbourne report of a boxing match where Chris Jordan won the lightweight championship of Victoria after 13 rounds, defeating Joe Nasco. The referee ended the bout in the thirteenth round.
United Service reports the British Trades Union Parliamentary Committee will meet this week to consider Mr. Lloyd George's Ireland pronouncement. A deputation from Irish nationalists may be invited to London to discuss the issue, with further details on page 32.
Sydney reports that Premier Mr Story announced Justice Edmunds would chair a conciliation committee to investigate the Broken Hill industrial trouble. The move aims to oversee negotiations and potential resolutions, with Justice Edmunds presiding over the tribunal as announced in Sydney on Monday.
Poised in Sydney Harbor depuration day the Premier and Mr Storey urged Cabinet support for a ten year cross harbor construction plan costing about 15 000 000. The proposal aims to improve harbor facilities and a bill would be introduced as Parliament adjourns for Torliwaning Pissing.
An unclear report describes a crew dispute involving steward Anelai Ur Mandy. The incident mentions delays with fodder and merchandise and a confrontation over food handling. Names cited include Eldon Sith Cy and a Commonwealth Hue, with reference to a court day and a suit.
Fragmentary OCR note describes Greek forces circling Pagena and surrounding positions near Lule Burgas. Mentions Merutighe, Hsin, Maasetay, and people like Ruth and Lily Burgi, with unclear surrounding events and dates.
Adelaide court heard a divorce petition by Augustin Hermann Mottisti farmer of Freckns against Alberta Selina Ol iiia Mattiski Cace Heinteke alleging improper conduct. A jury was ordered to hear the case as costs were awarded to the respondent.
Cabinet heard the Wheat Scheme report and decided to suspend two officers with adverse findings. Vardon the secretary and Fisher the Port Adelaide manager are removed. Walker, also under adverse review, has not been seen at the scheme for some time. Cabinet will review the report again.
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Melbourne police report four men detained after arrest at West Richmond on a theft case. Mattie Stokes and a dealer identified as A new Stokes faced charges for possessing two seal coats believed stolen. Detentions followed investigation into a broader drapery theft ring.
Twenty workers return to Linton's West Melbourne mill as factory activity edges upward. Commissioner miscamble notes improving rail freight, with about 900 tradesmen moved from outer suburbs yesterday. Adelaide broker Bright Bros cites share quotations for several firms as market activity shows gradual recovery.
In London the House of Commons heard Lloyd George assert that Germany faced grave hunger and underfed miners while awaiting a reparations settlement. He described plans to advance funds for coal, food, and clothing, and noted Germany’s general scheme for liquidating reparations was a serious, helpful effort. A committee of experts would refine the German proposal.
Five men are sought in a garbled notice tied to a Minne Enterprise prospectus. Readable fragments mention Yuaty Hallway Station and Wankaringa arte Motel with references to a writ, store, post, and telegraph office.
J P Skehan publicly seeks continued backing after his predecessor’s term, detailing aims and plans. Supporters and daily visitors attend as Skehan outlines goals and possible reforms.
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