27 Jul 1936
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 27, 1936
Page
1
In Adelaide on Islington road Challs Gardens Mrs Florence Rose Lucas 43 and her husband Frederick William Lucas 43 were discovered dead in their home. Police reported a brutal scene with evidence of violence and a note of concern from neighbors.
A man was found dead on Bark Terrace in Helamie, with local authorities beginning inquiries into the circumstances surrounding the death. Police identify the deceased by initials and pursue routine investigative steps as the community awaits further details.
Weekend weather across Pirie and nearby districts brought soggy fields that hindered athletic events yet benefited farming. Reports say rainfall was not heavy but improved yields and pasture. some roads and oval surfaces flooded, delaying games and travel. Local officials noted ongoing road repairs and highway weather concerns affecting access toward the South-East.
A Sydney tragedy unfolds as a couple faces a costly legal fight after a fatal incident. Police report a dispute connected to an alleged poisoning claim, with witnesses identifying tensions between the partners. The case edges toward a courtroom showdown, with page three noting related references.
Six Pirie men were in a car that crashed on Crystal Brook road on Saturday afternoon. Five escaped serious injury. H Hayball driver was seriously injured and admitted to hospital. all six were thrown from the vehicle despite an enclosed hood.
Manchester yesterday saw England in control as India were dismissed for 203 in the second Test. Hambiond starred for England with key spells, while Watkin and Verity shared the wickets. Injuries and medical notes pepper the report as teams reassess ahead of Monday’s play.
Hindlekar the Indian wicket keeper and opening batsman will miss the second Test against England at Manchester due to eye trouble. He is to be replaced by Meher Homji.
A dated discussion notes a new chairman expressing confidence in reform efforts. The remarks reference suffrage traditions and ongoing political strategies.
A major blaze at 5 am in Melbourne caused extensive damage to a house a factory and their contents. Fire destroyed stages of the building and its contents including wool textiles with families evacuated and a large area affected. The incident prompted emergency crews to isolate the site and ensure public safety.
The oil tanker British Science steamed back toward Balak Papan after 12 hours at sea. She arrived at Sema phore Anchorage this afternoon. An injured crew member was hospitalized and two other officers received medical treatment.
fragmentary report notes questions in the House of Assembly about government contract wage standards and the payment of award rates. It references the Labour or Works commissioner and concerns basic wages, with unclear names and places due to OCR errors. The item suggests scrutiny of compliance with wage requirements in state contracting.
A tetanus patient admitted in July shows improving condition with signs of stabilization. Medical staff report the patient is out of immediate danger and receiving continued treatment while awaiting further recovery.
A London report states Spanish government forces appear to have defeated rebels in several towns. The note mentions Madrid and halted operations as authorities resume activity and reopen avenues of control.
A mass meeting at Trades Hall heard Mr. C B Anderson, Railway Commissioner, present modified exam instructions for five yearly re tests of locomotive and transportation employees. Union members expressed disagreement with the proposed changes and urged full consultation before any decision.
Violence escalates in Jerusalem with seven Jews killed in the last 24 hours as clashes and attacks renew. Police report ongoing terror incidents across the city amid heightened tensions and security deployments.
An official from the Taxation Department, identified as a man in Adelaide, was arrested yesterday by detectives Mark and Maddaford at the Adelaide Railway Station. He was accused of stealing £3, alleged to belong to the Taxation Department. He was released on bail and is to appear before the Adelaide Police Court tomorrow.
A joyous wedding at St Pauls Parish Hall ends in tragedy when Guiseppe Mezaini aged 48 collapses and dies moments after the ceremony. The wedding party of two hundred guests witnessed the sudden death, with Mezaini later confirmed by coroner A J Edwards as heart failure. His widow and four children mourn as the procession to St Marks Church follows.
The report details patients admitted to Pirie Hospital after accidents and strokes including Mr Henaybalh J of Wileher Street Virie West and Mrs Coffey wife of Ald. W P Coffey. It also notes staff movements with W J Cunningham and others returning to duty after illnesses and operations at Pirie Hospital and updates on local residents and deaths in the Pirie area.
According to Australian Lines and Metals Association advices, London quotations show copper Standard and Speller declines across spot and forward prices. Lead and Speller forward and spot levels eased. standard copper and three month figures also fell amid market shifts.
In Calcutta on Sunday a set of quadruplets was born prematurely near Milllagh after a thunderstorm. The mother and all four babies are reported to be healthy and doing well. The report notes the unusual event and confirms the babies survived the early birth.
Lyall Gray nine year old son of Mire R J Gay of Mainrom Solo montown had a broken right arm set by Dr L G Tassie on Saturday. The pupil at School sustained the injury while playing football during annual social and dance of Piete Calamantai Society. Dr Tassie will present prevention of injury by game at meeting of own Si Amiuilanss Uet tonight.
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