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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1937
Page
1
Three liquor permit applications withdrawn on Wednesday after applicants objected to open court hearings. Magistrate orders minute book and rules review for club proceedings, with further consideration postponed as secretary authorized withdrawal.
A London woman awarded 5,500 pounds after a madman's attack, citing negligence by a mental hospital that released him. The court also granted 208 pounds for her husband, amid a verdict against Lancashire Mental Hospitals and its staff.
A high profile disappearance of a 55,100 American woman triggers a broad manhunt. Police and investigators examine leading theories while family members request public help. A recent wax burial false lead is noted. authorities stress cautious reporting.
Soviet purge expands as reports from Riga claim nearly half of the 13 military districts chiefs are replaced since May 1. Stalin suspected officer revolt. trials accuse generals of treason and espionage while Budenny and others face scrutiny amid industrial and military collapse described across Moscow and Leningrad regions.
A soaking rain swept Pirie last night with about 25 points noted by 11 pm. A light shower preceded the downpour, reaching the town around 6 30 pm and causing water to pool on footpaths. Many residents postponed their usual Friday night strolls.
A garbled OCR fragment describes rain across Ellen street and surrounding districts with mention of nine local wards and a general rain event. Mentions of various misread names and unclear references suggest a meteorological update with limited readable facts.
In a grim sequence near Alice Springs a man was killed after a shooting at Randall Stafford’s Collision station on Thursday. Todt Baker attacked a passenger, then Baker shot at him before fleeing. Police reported Baker wounded and under care, while the victim’s body was found near the scene. The incident occurred during a night-long dash across the region. Stafford and Tutt were among those involved, with the driver driving toward Coniston after the event.
Louise Brinkworth, 60, of Fifth Avenue St Peters, is reported drowned after being swept into a flooded drain and carried toward the Torrens during a heavy downpour this afternoon. Two council workers saw a body in the drain and retrieved it from the river before it was recovered. Brinkworth had left home at about 2 pm to collect charity money and had been under medical care. police are investigating.
In Adelaide a revised judgment in the South-Easters drainage scheme case denounces the governing statute as dreadful and the worst misfit on the statute book. The Chief Justice calls the scheme a land charge affecting sale terms and contemplates future rates and encumbrances. The decision arises amid debate over who pays costs and how instalments are apportioned under the government gazette notices.
Two men died when a coal train collided with a sedan carrying miners to work at Bellbird crossing in Cessnock. Victims identified as Staley Staumer and Rey Smith. seven others injured. The crash occurred Friday with responders rushing to hospital.
A scrambled OCR passage recalls Marshal Tukachevsky and early Soviet red army actions, referencing the 1017 revolution, frontline struggles against Whites, Leninist politics, and campaigns toward Warsaw. It weaves names and events with unclear chronology, conveying a rough portrait of early Soviet military history.
Pridas investigation of work at Whyalla, Iron Knob, and Tron Barom to be led by President Kelly of the Industrial Court next week. The Australian Workers Union plans a hearing with about 300 workers expected as evidence from inspections occupies most of the week.
Liverpool market reports fourth straight day of 4/9 a bushel for wheat at Port Adelaide and outports amid weak demand. U.S. futures show mixed signals with winter wheat and durum shares varying. Winnipeg couriers note subsoil moisture shortages in Saskatchewan and windstorm damage. Market sentiment remains cautious with no strong buying pressure.
London metal market reports mixed shifts with spot prices for lead and spelter down across multiple quotes. Forward and three month contracts show varied declines while the standard and cash markets reflect downward pressure in the latest advices.
Terang constable detains a man linked to the Maryborough death of John Woods, aged 62, as detectives reconstruct movements across a two day farm labor to Avoca and Stawell, with bicycle, wagon and football references weaving through the inquiry. Investigators chase a suspect once seen near Cobden, Port Campbell Road, and still at large as Friday dawns.
Circuit Court of Appeals voided Madison Square Garden’s suit to block the Braddock Louis heavyweight fight. Braddock, world champion, vows daily sparring with two partners as he gears for June 22. Louis trains at lighter weight in hope of retaining advantage, while promoters and trainers discuss plans to reach peak condition amid racial prejudice concerns.
A coming-of-age party honored Mr. Les Richardson of Solomon town at Stark's Mall on Thursday evening. Guests included Mrs. and Mr. J Margene, Mr. Willson, and many family friends. A wooden key gift and presents from relatives were given amid speeches and dancing to celebrate the occasion.
Melbourne council rejects £,000 unemployment relief grant from Public Works for fog related aviation tasks. Mayor and council cite limited local impact, noting town hall works employed many and air facilities await broader rollout in Canberra and Launceston. Officials warn of delays before schemes become operational.
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