30 Jul 1932
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 30, 1932
Page
1
Reservoir figures released by Hou Molines show improving water stocks across district systems. Beetalog and Baradla reservoirs display notable gains while several country towns faced earlier restrictions, with overall storage levels approaching sufficient levels for the season.
The Labor Party address Port Pirie for the state election poll closing at 4.30 pm today. Ballot results will be announced soon. Nominating agents listed include W. Coffey, C. L. Davis, Gola, Gray, Lacey, Puvlich, Sharpe, and others.
London metals quotations show spot and forward prices for copper lead zinc and gold with open market rates. The Australian Mines and Metals Association notes London Metals Exchange quotations including forward and spot prices with March and May forward dates and ounce gold pricing around 546 to 547 dollars.
Henderson farmer remanded in Melbourne court on a charge of murdering his mother Sarah Henderson aged 62 at Albert Park on Wednesday. Mrs Henderson is hospitalized in serious condition after injures with a hammer. Police allege the accused attempted to erase the story claiming she died in a fall.
The fragment reports a fatal shooting in a Sydney garden involving Ate Shearer, a smallholder. The text mentions a person named Priday and a jury verdict undecided, with uncertainty about the outcome and official views on the case.
Ottawa report on Imperial Conference shows a 1930 trade table with Britain and the Dominions, revealing a UK Dominions surplus of £95,700,000. Stanley Baldwin outlines reciprocal preferences, while London press largely supports the statement despite limited concrete proposals.
Friday reports show Ganberer and speakers urging abolition of the Federal land tax as unjust and discriminatory, noting it was paid by only 24 418 people. Sir Lyons says no immediate abolition but would consider reform during the debate, with plans to offset costs by income tax changes and gradual government cost reductions.
A London report states aviator Mr J A Molison told The Daily Express that he and Miss Amy Johnson, soon to be married, intend to travel to Australia by air with multiple slow stages. The fragment mentions Atlantic, Mushy, and a planned voyage to Australia.
Canberra reports Prime Minister Lyons hints that new budget statements will reveal government must impose economies of an unpopular nature. Standings and subsidies likely to be cut. maternity allowance, invalid and old age pensions, and public cost items like bounties and salaries may see reductions.
Sydney man Roy Wince was charged with knowingly conspiring in fraudulent evasion of gold duty on New Zealand treasure valued at £4,000. He claimed the gold was to be sent back, but a High Court injunction halted any movement minutes before the ship sailed.
Abdul Rashi, alleged to have killed Captain Coldstream, a military surgeon, faced a life sentence in Calcutta under a command attributed to Seve Mosier. The article provides scant explanation of the charges or proceedings.
Broken Hill Proprietary Company Limited announces net profit for the year ended May 31 1990 of 2108780 4/8 after deducting 252589 12/4 depreciation and 4748 17/5office interest. The figures issued at London branch.
Arbor Day events at Solomontown School featured children planting more than 100 trees gifted by Port Pirie residents. Mayor Mrs Middleton and Mayoress attended with officials including Mr. Gyley, Mr. Forgan, and Rev Edwards. Nurseryman Mr. Stewart demonstrated tree planting, and a flowering shrub was planted by Mrs Stewart-Edwards. The ceremony included thanks to the mayor and mayoress and a note on future school tree care. Hundreds of children participated in planting trees in the school grounds and adjacent plantation, each protected with a guard.
Gablesy The Binancial Times comments on wool as a free commodity likely to benefit from improving conditions tied to the evolving International situation. The piece reflects confident expectations for wool's position amid economic shifts.
Battered church notices outline morning and evening services at Solomontown Risdon Park and Central churches. Rev B J Goldsworthy Rev A T Strange and Rev Leslie Pleuss lead, with choirs singing The Holy City The Morning Star and other hymns. Baptists at Central and South hold morning services led by W J Odgers and preacher J L Lessley. evening sermons follow with choir anthems and preaching.
Theceonéalon of Constable Fs We veel, who suffered both legs broken in an accident on The Termice last Wednesday, was reported last night to be unchanged.
Arthur Malley, touring Australia, delivered strong bowling in Manitoba yesterday. The Australian side posted 76 for six wickets while Manitoba scored 408, with Motabe adding 424 and pba 144 in a high scoring session.
Washington Thursday report recalls a clash this morning between the bonus army peace soldiers and police, with martial law referenced and tensions rising as authorities respond to demonstrations.
Sydney reporting on a licence search involving William John Matthews and others. Officials debate government advisory roles and witness statements touch bribery, funding, and party connections. Enquiry details include testimonies about licensing necessity and press publication efforts.
British doctor at the Medical Association conference criticizes modern boys compared with those of 30 years ago. He laments lost spirit of adventure, claiming today’s boys are timid, untruthful, and dishonest, fearing loneliness and boredom. The average boy reportedly cannot endure risk or hardship and shows altered conduct.
London Friday edition reports Hobbs, famed batsman born 1862, not retiring aged nearly 30. He has compiled 3,953 runs across seasons with no hint of stepping back now.
An inquest in Sydney examined the July 10 coastal steamer Casino wreck at Apollo Bay. Officers suggested the ship was holed by its own anchor, and crews attempted to steer toward shore as water poured in. Captain and engineer statements described attempts to halt engines and reach the beach, with the jury returning a verdict of misadventure.
Wheat prices rose today in Adelaide as merchants reported firm demand. Farmers received quotations hovering around a new limit per bushel, with the market showing cautious optimism despite global supply concerns.
Bank operations convert loan handling into a vast clerical task. About 4500 clerks at the Bank of England process Londons British loan dealings with mechanised systems. 180 ledgers of shareholder names split into 4 788 volumes reveal the scale, while an index of 34 million cards holds 43 000 000 entries.
A derailed mail train from South Grafton to Sydney near Bassifer n caused network disruption. The derailment damaged the permanent way and five carriages left the tail end. No injuries reported as authorities work to clear tracks over several hours.
A wave of window slashing spreads from Adelaide to Port Pirie and Peterborough, with Gladstone reporting about £20 damage and shop windows scarred. Police suspect youths caused the recent damage, as earlier incidents in Adelaide surfaced weeks ago and Pirie saw fresh cases in recent days.
Prest s Limited offers ladies cotton hose and wool dress frocks including evening frocks. Sets priced at 5 shillings for a third pair and 35 shillings for 59/6. Includes wool and chiffon frocks and accessories in seasonal sale.
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