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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jul 31, 1933
Page
1
A passenger died an hour after a Melbourne tram collision. Driver William Addison suffered head injuries and a severed finger while Mrs Lincrum’s son Fred and Ruth Dale escaped unharmed. The car was crushed beyond recognition.
Melbourne police near arrest in Windsor murder of 24 year old Kathleen Dorman. Detectives traced a suspect seen in Chapel Street by a Prahran resident. Investigations show no suicide motive and the slain woman reportedly said Why did do this He loves me. The man has a wife and three children at Prahran.
In Peterborough the inquest into 38 year old Fer gus James Kavanagh railway worker who died after a collision with a motor car driven by Henry Richard Watson opened in Local Court. Watson testified sun in eyes hindered his view and a later adjournment was ordered for police to inspect the vehicles and crash scene. Legal representatives for Watson Mrs Casey Mrs Kavanagh and local authorities were noted.
Mr A W Larey Opposition leader returns from duties and says he followed Parliament's estimates with gratification. He notes the plan to recondition bins at Pirie wharfs and a new eliasoom of Pork at Pirie School as part of the works proposed, calling the measures satisfactory.
Sunday report from Melrgutne States Mrs Katherine Strain aged 52 was struck by a motor car as she crossed Nipolson Street Fitz Roy and died of injuries. The accident occurred while she was walking near Collinawood.
In Paris on Sunday France defeated Britain in the doubles as Beretta and Brugnon beat Hughes and Lee 6 3 6 2 6 2 after losing the first two singles.
Pirie Tennis Association met yesterday with Mr. Frank B. Parkinson near retirement from the secretarial post after decades since 1930. he was named honorary life member. A. W. Lacey presided, with clubs Y.M.C.A., St Mark's, Railway, St Anthony's, Risdon Methodist, and Risdon Park represented. Financials showed assets exceeding liabilities by 2/3 and improved position by 8 4/7 over debts honored. attendance noted. Parkinson will continue temporarily. three nominees for secretary and treasurer were discussed. votes of thanks recorded for officers.
Sydney report on Lang Party executive near resignation as split deepens after a close 14 to 11 vote condemns W Evans leader of ACTIY Bes100. A confidence vote in J J Graves and L G failed by the same margin amid disputes over altered rules and potential expulsions.
Turmoil in Pirie fish container issue as a Melbourne firm backs Gerrard container then withdraws, a mass meeting rejects the new cases, and Crops of letters demand Secretary I Kimbley resign. A July 28 vote instructs him to surrender all association papers amid health orders mandating a container change.
The match race in San Francisco saw Winooka, Australia's mile champion, defeat Huey who stood in for Frisky Matron by a length and a half. Huey started at 10 to 1.
Norman Rodgers aged 39 of Mit cham was killed at his home while repairing a car. He had the wheel removed and the car raised on a jack when the jack slipped. The vehicle tilted, pinning him and crushing his chest, causing almost instant death.
Brisbane report: Eric McKain of Ramsay Street Kedron, an employee of the City Electric Tight Company, fell from a tower at the power station in Mv Lachlam Street Valley and struck high tension wires. Sustained extensive burns to body, arms, and legs. Taken to hospital in a dangerous condition.
Report describes a collision between a car and bicycle near Wardang Ward, involving Thomas Hutchins as driver and Mey Huan Fraser as rider. Police and Dr BR Farhin attended. Fraser treated for minor injuries and returned home.
John Marston aged 58 laborer of Thurtle Square Adelaide was found on Gonger Street City by two amen last night. He was taken to Adelaide Hospital with scalp wounds and slight concussion. He could not explain how he was injured and claimed amnesia about his activities an hour before the incident.
Prospect infant scholars are affected by a mild diphtheria outbreak prompting health warnings. Officials urge vaccination and early treatment as cases rise among young students, with local clinics reporting increased visits.
Sunday schools in the Nailsworth district were closed to prevent a mild diphtheria outbreak among Nailsworth Infants' School scholars. Health officers urged parents to protect children, with the closure described as a one week experiment.
Marsire police seek descendants or locals in Wentworth Menindie area who can confirm details about Dr Barry Cotter. The timeline notes a death registered February 1 1862 with Cotler as the attending physician and mentions later birth and death entries through 1876.
The last quarter selection for the Tootball match on Saturday faces selectors choosing the West Tombs game. Secretary J. Hocking announced the side, listing numerous players across positions with Hy Willis and Stlewiod among the first picks, as the team trains Friday night for a Saturday morning practice and Sunday night turnout.
A stream of visitors and residents at Port Pirie customs and hotels. Messrs H Bryan and S Impett of BD & W Murray Limited dine at Royal Exchange Motel. L Lynke and Coy arrive and stay at Royal Exchange Hotel. Tayger of the Royal Automobile Association rests at Barrier Hotel. My Hanson of the Western Logit Company arrives from Perth and stays at Royal Exchange Motel. The Mayor and Mrs Buckley Joyce will travel to Sydney via Broken Hill aboard the 8.30 train. A broadcast via SAD and APT will reach listeners at 6.45 pm. Wormin of Wondikie is in town for main conventional work at Ozone Theatre. Miss Me Ay Arenil, Vip girls’ tutor at Solomantown, plans a trip to England with a return to Salamontown soon. Mr B Twyfend, inspector at Stockton, relocates near Geystal Street station Braken Wit and notices retirement. Mr Teton has been in the railway service for AG years, stationed Broken Ql from 1924–26 and again since January this year.
Solomontown Methodist Church last night hosted a parade and display by local Sporting Clubs including tennis, croquet, girls and men, with the church choir performing old hymns. Nev A T Strange spoke on Friendship, presenting the event.
Police pursue a clear line in the Katherine Starr murder inquiry at Turrawingee near Wan Waratia. Detectives found £53 in notes and sovereigns, and believe a hidden money hoard prompted the attack. Starr, 73, was found with head injuries and a scalp removed, possibly killed Friday while in bed. a knife remains missing.
International Hall overflowed with Sola hontown Lodge No. 2098 of the Island Lodge of England and other lodges for the elevation of Bro. GL Pointon to the Third Degree. Represented by Crystal Brook Port Broughton Peterborough and Jar net afield, the ceremony was conducted with solemnity by G B Holdorf and other officers. A long feast-list followed the elevation ceremony.
Mr T Mille of Parks Street, Eulumuntows, suffered a broken leg when he fell from a wooden stool at the Necollur of Alexander and Gertrude Shrrs on Saturday afternoon. He was removed to Port Pirie Hospital in The ambukuice.
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