28 Jul 1920
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 28, 1920
Page
1
Fremantle reports Tuesday that Mer down Wrens portly members seek to arrange the return of Father Jercers to Sicily aboard the Orient steamer Osterly on the morrow. A view to a wider effort to reach Colombo may be considered. Further attempts are planned to recover Father Jergers.
Government warns convenors over protest planned near Parliament House steps. Senator Pearoy states authorities will prevent any meeting about Father Jorge DePortalion. Officials pledge action to stop breach of peace and riot risks during the attempted gathering on government premises.
A motor car carrying a party of five or more people overturned near Werribee while traveling from Geelong to Melbourne. Passengers Frank Wenaty Doris Martin Arileir Kelly Frank Wilson and others sustained injuries in the mishap.
Trustees of the Smelters Accident Fund held a fortnights meeting to review sick pay and accident benefits. Payments totaled £30 9s 2d for sick pay. several claims were approved and extended benefits discussed. Provisions for provider extensions and eligibility were debated, with a new framework to render sickness benefits for members not employed elsewhere.
A grocer was fined today for overcharging. He was ordered to pay 40 pounds plus 44 pounds costs for overcharging and related offenses.
Public libel action filed by Nathan Solomon Lobasco merchant against the synagogue and members of the Hebrew congregation with a cross-claim of 620 pounds. Proceedings examined Rosenthal and others. amendment debated to recognize services of Rosenthal's husband and discuss independent conduct. The hearing adjourned after questioning and adjournment requests.
Melbourne reports a survey of the Bendigo goldfields finds investors want capital to revive the industry. A British delegation may be formed to push development with Bendigo Mine Managers urging Prime Minister Hughes to promote a mission to England. He suggests a combined Go to England mission or government support, with state cooperation possible.
Prests Ltd announces in a period ad a cooperative venture with a first meeting planned in September to elect two directors. It invites subscribing shareholders to own a half share in the store and partake in its well established business. The ad promotes a large stock including drapery clothing grocery ironmongery and crockery with early inspections urged for summer fabrics at special prices.
London dispatch reports government rejection of miners demand for a two shillings a week wage rise and two shillings per ton levy. Miners Federation convenes national conference August 12 to decide on a strike ballot with a serious crisis looming as results expected by late August.
At a meeting of the Australian Financial and Mortgage Company executives in London, William son rejects Premier Theodore’s attacks on British dealers. He argues Queensland sought to alter contracts to advantage itself and to halt capital flow, warning against sovereign-right interference while noting London financiers’ patience and the need for stable credit and exchange conditions.
The Baptist church anniversary was held last night with 2 large attendances. A Gewans led the concert with help from Pasison Ay WM and others. Hymns, anthems, solos by Miss M Lawry and Mr Hy Ducum featured, with Rev W T Shypley delivering a closing address. Church reports showed membership at 99 and funds raised for missions and reform. Contributions totaled 154 for torpisn missions, 282 for home missions, and 439 for airneed.
Sydney 200 director Mrlo Souef reports two large pythons in his care are temperamental and fast. The 20 foot reptiles arrived from the Malay Peninsula and have gone long periods without food. One python has begun eating again after a six month fast, while the other remains shy and seeks seclusion. Baby smokers and a devoted mother snake are described among the zoo’s reptiles.
An Adelaide case before the court addressed claims by Guell Poltick Greene a clerk in the Repatriations Department for travelling allowances on many routes including Kapunda Baroq Nuriootpa Tanunda Anguston and others. The prosecution stated the defendant admitted misunderstanding his duties and the case was adjourned.
In the House of Lords Lord Parmoor questions the covenant and feasibility of the League of Nations with Secretary Curzon noting US crippling effects. Debate covers mandates in Africa and the Pacific, unanimity aims, and cautious optimism about future prospects.
Reuter’s Service reports from Tientsin on Monday that Anfu troops were defeated in continued clashes related to the Ghinese rebellion. Details mention Orialia leader Av Thntsín and movements near Amieabago and Hangohow with troop dispositions and incoming forces.
Mayence report states Butter Dorten promoter of the Separatist movement was seized outside his home and taken by motor to Kobzis under a June 1919 warrant. The Min inter allied commission demanded explanation for the disturbance and has ordered Dr. Dorten’s release. A later dispatch says he was released.
Berlin Monday delegates from Ruhr Valley districts report miners willing to pay the goal debt for better food. Hue claims the seven hour shift remains and calls for continued socialisation of mines. Delegates protest measures to curb Ruhr Basin exploitation while agreeing to raise coal output to meet foreign demands if food improves.
The long lived Sydney figure Mr. Smith endured multiple shipwrecks and near fatal mishaps. He survived Maitland wreck clinging to a tunge pole, narrowly escaped a ferry disaster, and was later run down near Manly wharf losing part of his skull. Through it all his cheery disposition remained strong.
In Darwin, unionists press on with a boycott of a Northern Territory publication. The Northern Parriborg Industrial Council was authorized to earmark funds to establish a Darwin paper if terms with the Tynses TM roprietary fail. If agreement cannot be reached, a test smess plant will be sourced from the south.
At a Darwin union meeting held Tuesday the only white storekeepers in the town were warned. Resolution passed to close Chinese stores each Friday evening starting seven o clock. If noncompliant, stores would be burned and blacklisted by unionists until compliance.
Fragmentary text from a newspaper page shows garbled medical terms and names. It mentions a chemist, medications, and a temporary treatment, but the source is unreadable. No coherent event or person details can be confirmed from the legible portions.
A Paris based report claims a British export alliance could mediate concessions against Russia. It suggests Germany would gain control of eastern lands, retain fortifications along the Rhine left bank, and participate in post war terms while awaiting confirmation of the treaty and arrangements during the campaign.
A historic dispatch notes Bolshevik gains across Lithuania and Poland as talks loom between Lloyd George and Millerand in Boulogne. The article reports Bolshevik efforts to secure flanks and press Baltic border moves, signaling rising concern for Allied positions.
In the Commons Mr. Morea reports Olshievists agreed to the British proposal for a conference in London. Attendees would include leading Allied powers' representatives. Lloyd George supports unity while the Russian trade delegation is told not to come. The Premier warns of possible friction and the risk of missteps.
Cairo reports ongoing fighting in Syria following a delayed telegram concerning Emir Feizat and Arab army withdrawal. Arab column advanced two hours after a reply to the ultimatum, stirring Arab defense measures amid a dissatisfied Syrian Congress that adjourned for six months.
A scientist notes wind pressure can enable a plane to fly at 21 280 miles per hour altering aerodynamics. He posits a pilot could travel from London to Brighton in under an hour if winds and lift allow. Hypothetical forces suggest extreme speeds could tear a person from a craft without shielding.
The fragment lists numerous names and phrases in a corrupted Public Eye item. It references several individuals and organizations in a disorderly line, ending with unclear context about a person being thanked or marked for the day.
In Belfast a patrol confronts chaos as gunfire erupts leaving two dead and several injured. Irish bands attack towns including Lisburn Ballymunagree and Dunmore with churches and homes damaged as Sinn Fein forces burn properties and target soldiers.
In the House of Commons Mr Daykin’s motion for adjournment drew attention to Belfast violence. Dreemwood warned soldiers and police would quell mobs, while Sir Harry Greenwood praised impartial policing. Passage was deemed impossible this session as a bill faced delays before the summer recess.
Polish peace delegation member M. Bolzeile explains reorganisation aims to strengthen ties with Bolshevists and Germans. He warns neutrality claims by Germany and Bolshevists threaten Poland and risks of violated armistice provisions.
Fragmentary wartime item notes that Lloyd George plans talks in Boulogne and a London conference with Bolshevists. The report references Poland and the Baltic states and lists delegates, but most names and details are unreadable.
A brief note warns that a child's cold can lead to more serious illnesses and that early preparation helps. It recommends giving Chamberlain's Cough Hemsdy to relieve symptoms for children or adults, noting it is sold everywhere.
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