29 Jul 1937
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 29, 1937
Page
1
Labor Party leader Mr Condon urged discussion of the supply bill to protest the government's stance on the federal basic wage. He reiterated opposition tactics used in parliament and pressed for attention to workers' wages amid ongoing political maneuvering.
A historical report details a railway wage dispute in South Australia, noting an award termed prosperity but delivering little benefit to railway workers. Wages rose from £3 to £17 7s 6d amid debates over government authority, registrar notes, and court decisions affecting future pay talks and public service funding.
Miss L Williams holds a commanding lead of 15 strokes in the Grade I section of the women’s golf championships after day two. Mrs A Murdock trails, with Mrs W F Scott leading Grade II. Fragments note scores and players such as Miss Smithune and Mrs TestesegogaX, with various rounds and placements mentioned, as officials plan further play today.
Passenger Mr Harper on the Adelaide to Perth express urged the Railways Department to post town photographs in carriages and for a local progress association to publish leaflets. He proposed circulars on population, industries and shipping, with postcards and mementoes for travellers. He noted Perth and Pirie's developing role and called for luggage assistance at the junction and better refreshment room service.
Miners at Broken Hill Proprietary Burwood colliery Whitebridge ended a sit down strike after surface return of 86 workers from an original 200. Police and authorities maintained control as union supporters pleaded for intervention. The standoff stretched long, with no clear settlement and lingering tensions as tests of discipline and public safety followed.
An AP report details an airliner in flames after a crash near Brussels killing 10 aboard. In Ireland a wave of saboteur acts targets bridges and customs houses at the Free State border to obstruct a royal visit, with four men detained. Across Spain, Franco's forces press on Madrid's front as loyalist batteries and Moorish infantry clash, leaving about 800 dead.
Seventy two passengers traveled on last night’s express from Adelaide which connected with the Commonwealth train to Kalgoorlie at Pirie Junction. Of the 72, sixty one continued on the standard gauge line as the Commonwealth train departed at 11 37 pm.
State and Test cricketer L Badcock escaped serious injuries when his own car overturned five or six times near Gawler while returning from Clare. He and Miss Cramond were treated after walking to Gawler. Badcock remained briefly semi conscious.
In a mostly quiet day, Chicago July wheat options advanced 4 3 8 cents while overall futures showed limited activity. South Australian sales slipped to 44 1 4 a bushel with 5 000 tons afloat. Liverpool and Winnipeg trades reflected weaker conditions amid strong London crop news and U S weakness.
Latest advices show London Metal Exchange quotations for copper lead zinc tin silver and gold. Copper bars and electrolytic prices mostly unchanged while forward and spot values drift slightly. lead soft and forward down. spelter down. tin and silver decline in spot and three month terms. gold opens lower.
Miss D Walters entertained a group including Yueh Scamereeal Parlaye and other guests for an eighteenth birthday. The event featured floral arrangements, music, and a late reception as attendees praised Miss Walters and noted a list of local names and associations.
Melbourne reports Pilot Officer C A Houston aged 22 found in the bay off Point Cook his body recovered submerged plane not sighted he apparently drowned but tests show he was fro wn and not exposed Houston to be buried tomorrow with full air force honors a service to be held at St Pauls Cathedral
Reports from Tokyo and London describe Japan preparing a large scale attack on Peiping while Tokyo confirms efforts to fund a war loan of £5,600,000. In North China, Nippon’s military actions threaten the Peiping Legation quarter as diplomatic protests reiterate the Boxer protocol.
Chinese troops claim recapture of Tungehow and drive another Japanese force from Fengtai. They cut off retreat avenues and forced a large surrender, reporting progress against Japanese positions near Nanking.
Japanese planes active over Peiping bombed one outpost in North China and fired machine guns at defending troops. Proclamations were dropped threatening drastic action if reinforcements reach the 2nd army.
A fragmented discussion on proportional representation surfaces in a senate election debate. The text cites concerns about ballot design and governance, with references to reform advocates and procedural questions amid a charged political atmosphere.
Fragmented report outlines discussions on railway advertisements, factory siting near metro areas, and government subsidies for institutes. Ministers consider library bill timing, transport negotiations near completion, and the role of unions and arbitration in rail and public works matters.
Yesterday recorded a high of 39.5 degrees and a low of 37 degrees by 8.30 a.m. The daytime reading shows a maximum of 49.5 degrees noted at aun.
A blanket work stoppage in the coal sector looms after colliery owners rejected miners demands for higher pay and shorter hours. The action could spread to New South Wales and impact production nationwide, with the miners' central executive planning joint NSW and Federal meetings to push for a general cessation of work.
Premier RL Glatler notes the Commonwealth powers in divorce law and questions why uniform laws have not been enacted. Butler argues a common Australian domicile is crucial, with South Australia’s laws seen as a potential model for national reform. Cabinet will soon review the Law Society suggestion to shorten desertion periods as a ground for divorce.
Shorty before moon yesterday several bags of refuse placed by Solomontons Station built fire. Three in water and wet bags extinguished by flames before they could cause serious damage.
The debate centers on the government repurchasing undeveloped country land in the South East. W. G. Duncan of the Liberal-Country Party condemns promises and past claims, while opposing critics question the era’s policy and rates of recovery amid overseas price trends.
News from Pirie notes Messrs E G Smite and W W Pidda man representing Pirie and District Trotting Club came back by afternoon train after attending a South Australian Trotting League meeting. Other travelers include A F Kitson of Federal Hotel, Mrs H T Shappel, Mrs L E Loveday, and W L Artlett of Commonwealth Railways.
A Labor Party advisory committee will meet in Canberra on August 12 to discuss policy for the federal general election. The policy will be drafted by Federal leader Mr Curtin and the Commonwealth executive, with representatives from the Federal executive, Federal Parliamentary Party, and Australasian Council of Trade Unions. Efforts seek unity across the Labor movement, though defense policy diverges after the Trade Union Congress adopted a stance at variance with the Labor platform.
In Adelaide a public discussion on a 40-hour week features Mrs C. El Skitch arguing against leisure misuse and proposing an educational system to improve time use. Mrs A. Briggs defends parental property rights for earnings and references a 1906 ALP push for a referendum favoring a four-hour week and liquor controls.
The annual Cavalry Ball was held at Crystal Brook Institute with Blue Demon orchestra. Masters of ceremonies were K Arbon and A Grieg. Colors were presented by Sgt Gendes Tues A Batten and G Ide. The event raised £27 and featured numerous guests including Messrs and Mesdames listed among attendees from Jamestown Gladsome Clare and Pirie.
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