04 Jun 1938
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 04, 1938
Page
1
England welcomed W B Hammond as captain amid strong approval while W J Edrich and L Hutton loom as likely supporters. Manager W H Jeanes praised Hammond's cricket prowess and leadership after Australia trip comments. A prominent cricket writer questioned any other choice lacking clear place in team.
The News Chronicle and Daily Mail praise Hammond's selection as a logical choice with two youngsters Edrich and Hutton opening for England. Critics foresee a strong, balanced side blending youth and experience led by Hammond, capable of challenging Australia in four days.
Friday report from the House of Representatives shows inquiry into the death of naval seaman TJ Storer. Minister Thorby refused to commit to further action while stating every possible effort was made to save Storer.
A proposed scheme by grain broker C W Anderson aims to govern wheat movement from farmer to terminal. A government–grower–broker–shipper–miller board would issue negotiable certificates at rails and ports, allowing delivery from any terminal and enabling a coin exchange auction to sell certificates. Licenses for traders and centralized handling would reduce losses from weather and control handling charges.
Thomas Dixon Gibson, 19, condemned for fatally shooting Night-officer Cyril Maher at Farley Railway Station. Court of Criminal Appeals rejects his bid for a new trial, ruling the verdict of death remains justified. Judge questions mercy shown due to Gibson's youth and notes jury acquittal of a companion Colman.
Melbourne report describes a fire in a drapery store where a petrol-filled box and string devices were found attached to the wall and ceiling. The fire damaged drapes and decor, while authorities investigated the suspect setup and potential arson implications.
Whyalla residents describe a breadline scene as 40 to 50 men wait for work on the £1,500,000 BHP blast furnace project. About 100 on the payroll so far. Local hotel and boarding house operators supply food to those idle. Police promise action. full-scale hiring not expected for weeks. Progress includes first sod turned a fortnight ago and railway work continuing.
Melbourne reports a full meeting of the Vie tblatt Waele Club where subcommittees recommended extending racing stewards powers to settle bets placed before withdrawals. Details include perceived delays, proposed hours and rates, and the potential for legal action if agreements fail. The discussion touches bets on stablehands and street sweeping rates amid holiday adjustments.
In Adelaide the Housewives Association led by Mrs Nicholls pressed for immediate bread price reductions contending Master Bakers set an unfair rate. They warned a home-baking campaign and possible price wars if prices stay high, citing delivery costs and state loaf restrictions as factors. The Premier noted wheat prices fell and that bread should be cheaper without delay.
Virle Town Council as general purposes committee discussed wage and condition logs from the Australian Workers Union in a preliminary conference. The session, lasting over an hour, adjourned after 40.80 minutes with Mayor W. Threadgold presiding and attendance listed.
Felday appeared in General Sessions today and was found guilty of attacking his wife Maud Mead aged 14 with a table knife, inflicting wounds needing 45 stitches. Robert Joan Mel 23 of Fitzroy was jailed nine months. The judge noted Read's good character and that his wife provoked him, delivering the lightest possible sentence.
Council met to review nine tenders from the Highways and Local Government Department for resurfacing Port Germein road. It was resolved to recommend accepting the lowest bid by Mr N W Backstrom, with contract ratification to follow by the department.
In a Bristol match Australia defeated Gloucestershire by 10 wickets after Gloucestershire posted a small first innings total of 14. Australia’s bowlers Fleetwood-Smith and O'Reilly shared wickets as Gloucestershire were bowled out for 78. The Australians then chased the target with ease, sealing the win with several overs to spare.
A light shower fell in Pirie yesterday prompting farmers to halt seeding work while hoping for more rain to ease dry conditions and support upcoming planting efforts.
The Thermometer peaked at 60.2 with a 24 hour minimum of 46 at 3.30 am. Farmers report no higher readings and say rain remains needed. Many seeding operations have stopped, some delayed due to continued dry conditions. Sandy country shows better moisture than heavy ground.
In Case of War discusses expected British conscription under a new bill and dominion involvement. It notes likely 1916 Act parallels and possible exceptions. Mention of Crown allegiance and Westminster statute questions dominion neutrality and the empire’s collective war stance. Includes a cricket score snippet and player names for Australia, with Sinfield prominent in bowling.
Clarke and Co Cash Orders Limited manager and founder Thomas Clarke faced five counts of embezzlement totaling 3800 pounds. He pleaded guilty to the sums allegedly taken from the company. Civil action planned, judge remands Clarke for a week as Crown action follows under the new Companies Act.
Mr Richards accuses a section of Independents of obstructing private member bills on constitutional and electoral reform. The dispute centers on timing of debates, with Craigie pushing a Dairy Produce Act item and Richards seeking leave to introduce a Bill to amend the Constitution Act and Electoral Act. Richards warns that delays will be judged by the voters.
Personal were three Messrs. G L Goudie MLC Commissioner of Public Works and Minister in Charge of Immigration H J T Hylend MLA Minister of Transport and Ganace MLC Shonorary Minister Missanwich visited the city westerly.
Deputy Opposition leader A W Laces pressed the Assembly on amending the Housing Trust Act to extend its operation in Pirie if average wages rose above a threshold. Premier R L Butler replied the trust based decisions on applicant circumstances, not wage averages, and would consider Nicholson’s question. Other Pirie items note hospital updates, a soldier awarded Croix de Guerre, local injuries and visits, and staff changes at Solomontown School.
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