11 Jun 1928
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1928
Page
1
The Southern Cross and crew landed at Eagle Farm Brisbane after an 83 hour 7000 mile Pacific crossing from Sura amid a record air achievement. Crowds packed the aerodrome as Capt Smith and crew received official honors and cheers from Governor Goodwin Premier McCormack and others.
A misread report describes two men event a local theft involving money and a silver guitar, with Capt. Smith noted as proud possessor of the instrument. They obtained 907 gallons of porcelain or similar goods, tied to a plan to drain a shipment at Drishanr, in 64.
Australia thanks Captain Kingsford Smith and crew for their feat crossing the oceans. Prime Minister Mrs Brace expresses pride and admiration for the team, noting the achievement strengthens national communication and inspires the nation.
In Sydney a vast crowd greeted Capt Kingsford Smith and his crew at Mascot Aerodrome after their five hour flight from Brisbane. Thousands, estimated at up to 200000, filled the area as the aviators received a warm reception. Mr Ulm and Capt Smith spoke of teamwork and plans for future flights amid high praise for American colleagues who aided the journey.
Saturday in Melbourne, an aviation proposal linked to the Southern Crees draws limited opposition. Officials note a £12,201 loan from the Federal Government and a $5,000 allocation for the project, with air regulations looming over the venture.
A Chinese steamer Kochow struck a sandbar and capsized while en route from Hong Kong to Wochow late Saturday night. About 260 passengers and 80 crew were aboard. 420 were rescued by nearby vessels A Kwonk Ying and Konk Ning. Survivors reached Hong Kong on Sunday morning. all officers and the captain were saved, no other Europeans aboard.
Port Lincoln Saturday inquest into the death of nine month old Clive Lloyd Tyrrell at Port Lincoln Hospital on May 28. The inquiry heard a possible strychnine link but evidence did not confirm poisoning. Government Analyst Walter Tid Howe examined stomach contents and found about 23 milligrams of a suspect substance, with the inquest adjourned to Monday for further evidence.
London on Saturday reports Misa Joy Kennerity Rumntd daughter of Dame Clara Buty plans her wedding for next Monday. The event features roses, eight bridesmaids in replicas of her mother's empire frocks, high waist and puffy sleeves. Daily Varden bonnets with shaded roses and pink rose staffs accompany the bridal party.
The Star of London reports praise for Capt Kingsford Smith whose Brisbane arrival follows a flawless Southern crossing. The lead article notes the journey from Australia to Brisbane proceeded as planned, leaving a wake of broken records.
A Brisbane welcome bulletin in The Examiner notes a Salion-wide fund opened to honor Lyon and Warner for their unplendid flying.
The Brisbane cooks dispute widens as shipowners seek free labor and the Federal Government warns arrests for union interference. Seamen face job calls while the Loongana, from Tasmania, delays en route to Melbourne. Premier Hogan and Prime Minister Bruce discuss a compulsory arbitration conference under Chief Judge Dethridge.
The Paringa of the Adelaide Steamship Company docked at Port Lincoln after a longer journey than usual. Officers and engineers from the fleet remained aboard to keep boilers fed while clerks and stewards assisted on deck. Local Waterside Workers Federation members met at four to discuss the incident and safety tone.
An official Commonwealth Gazette announces a proclamation under section 301 of the Crimes Act as amended by 1986 to deal with serious industrial disturbance. It notes that the Governor-General may declare a state of disturbance affecting trade and transport, with penalties including imprisonment and possible deportation for participants or supporters of strikes in passenger conveyance and related transport.
In Sunday opinion from Sydney, a bitter clash seems unavoidable without immediate capitulation to maritime cooks. Unionists stand firm against volunteer labor when the Test is applied Monday, with police protection deemed essential for volunteers.
Weekend gale brought NW winds that damaged fences sheds and verandas along Ellen Street. Trees and debris scattered across roads parks and yards. trams damaged and a large hoarding toppled near Commonwealth Laboratory. Repairs underway as winds eased and rain subsided.
Port Pirie is stunned by the death of Bert Adie a longtime newsagent and active Port Pirie Rechabite Tent member at Ellen Street He had served as secretary and Sunday School superintendent at the Baptist Church and was a beloved figure among lodges and churches in Pirie A large funeral procession followed his remains with strong lay and religious grand support and a widow and son surviving at Cattle Street Pirie South
In Sydney on Sunday Jack Carroll won over Tommy Meinnes in a boxing match at the Sydney Stadium. Carroll clocked 40.39 to Meinnes 40.63, winning in the eleventh round after an under the chin knockdown. The report notes the bout amid broader maritime and labor tensions affecting Australian shipping and port operations.
In London and on the Citta di Milano wireless logs, faint replies hint at contact with the Italia airship under Signor Blagi. Moments of hope turn to suspense as Nobile’s crew is reported near the Arctic silence, with scattered messages and a distant call suggesting partial contact.
Fragmented report states all crew aboard are alive after an Arctic exploration near Frans Joset Arch. The Hobby left for Capt North after midnight with sledges and dogs to push into the Svalbard region. Nominal rescuers and Norwegian expeditionaries press toward Mossel May as alpinists search Friesland Peninsula.
London reports a delayed wireless from the Citta di Milano noting decipherable signals from the Italia and requests latitude data. The message hints at a possible hoax and seeks to confirm the source while observers debate the Talla station’s transmission setup and the role of Signor Bisgi.
Sunday reports warn of serious unrest as waterfront owners weigh calling free labor. Federal Government moves to enforce Crimes Act provisions risk precipitating clashes. Waterfront workers have notified to return to work, while union witnesses are expected to appear tomorrow.
In Adelaide a motorcycle rider, Norman Graves, 29, collided with a motor car driven by Renwat Thavis, a butcher aged 44. Graves died in hospital shortly after 5 PM Saturday. Thavis and Graves sustained serious injuries. Graves was brother of Mrs W G Innes and Miss A Aravas of Roode Road Port Pirie.
Colonel Lindberg notes disciplinary action at the Wisconsin University after an incident involving the Maner of Arts department. The report references expulsions and adjustments to academic standing following a review of student marks. The event highlights ongoing governance of faculty and student conduct in higher education.
A United Service report tells of a Good Samaritan who found a two occupant home injured while en route to Sunningdale for a weekend. He assisted the injured pair, then returned to a police station. The memory of the Royal traveler was noted.
The subject Demands of Women was interrupted when a woman candidate abruptly married Professor Earl and left the convention. They are now on their honeymoon and have departed the gathering.
The report notes jockey Brownley Carglake, famed in English racing, plans to switch to training duties. A celebration follows Falstead's Derby victory, presented by E. Wramg to honor the win and mark his career transition.
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