14 Jun 1933
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1933
Page
1
A customs inquiry benches a witness who claims counterfeit or worthless oil tests. Officials from the Shell Company face scrutiny as the petrol inquiry expands. The commissioner warns witnesses to speak clearly and within lawful bounds while investigations proceed.
Melbourne testimony before the Royal Commission on Petrol reveals Shell Company's crude oil shipments in 1926 were misreported by Customs tests. A. Frood alleges 47.6 percent petrol content had been added to dodge duty, with the Oil Agreement Act cited and calls for federal ministerial evidence.
In Sydney on Tuesday William Prince, 24, and David Austin, 25, clerks, faced Central Court over illegal ticket schemes tied to Golden Casket. Police said the operation was large scale with worldwide scribery. Francis received a £40 fine and 80 days hard labor. Austin was fined £2 and four days’ detention.
A group of former Brokext residents gathered tonight joining roughly fifty attendees in the Nhumber of Manufactures board voor. The assembly aimed to discuss regional transition efforts and community rebuilding initiatives.
Canberra reports Sen Handy urged adjournment as unity between the United Australia Party and the United Country Party proved impossible without a reversal of government policy. He cited deep rifts with the Labor and Liberal lineups and warned voters of the factions drifting apart ahead of the next election. Sen Barnes condemned the brawling between parties as unhelpful in securing support.
Rev J J Kilmartin proposed uniting morning services of Presbyterian Congregational Methodist and Baptist churches in Pirie. Local ministers criticized the idea as impracticable noting average attendance around 50 at the warning service. Some supported church unity as beneficial but feared loss of distinct congregations and ministerial roles. H A De La Rue kept an open mind, having not formed views yet.
Personal notes from Port Pirie detail visits by NSW Minister of Mines and Forests Mr S Vincent, salvation army jubilee events, and arrivals of Adelaide and Adelaide area officials. Reports cover church union views, ministerial fraternal meetings, and the death of Me. Steph ard formerly of Gladstone with mentions of relatives and local hospitality at Federal Hotel.
Sydney reports a rift between the Miners Federation and the Australian Labor Party executive may drive two demands for payment of about £3,250. The sum stems from an advance tied to a damages claim, with investigations noting limited recovery and questions over responsibility within the ALP executive. The issue involves former AWU leaders and alleged ballot box manipulation, amid broader federation tensions.
Yesterday's high reached 70.2 degrees with the low at 41.5 degrees for the 24 hour period ending 8 30 a m The daytime high extended to 52 8 degrees by 5 p m local time The reading notes a mild temperature swing suitable for light outdoor activity and no dramatic weather events are recorded.
Australia reports encouraging shale oil tests conducted in Paris. Minister A J McLachlan received details from S M Brace showing the process could be commercialized, with plans to expand production of shale and lignite fuels.
London dispatch reports no adoption of the Australian Board rule to abolish bodyline bowling. Marylebone Cricket Club hesitates, citing impracticality and potential harm to English batsmen. The issue reflects broader tensions between governing bodies and on field tactics amid England’s test series.
Experts in Adelaide and Sydney discuss proposed Australian rule changes on bodyline bowling ahead of England tours. Rumors of a protest loom with calls for umpire responsibility, while officials from the Australian board weigh possible sanctions and a September 24 meeting in Sydney is noted.
Report from Sydney notes astonishment at a reply in a bowling dispute during a cricket match. Players expressed disbelief that M C did not undertake to heal the breach and sought a stronger line against Seeman. The controversy drew attention from prominent figures on the field.
James Preeston steward on the steamer Wanganella and Jeary Mor ein baker were each fined £50 for attempting to export silver from Zealand. Douglas Strath and James Boyne seamen were fined £25 each on similar charges.
The Police Athletic Club's ball and queen contest raised £344 18s for two charities, Ort Pirie Ladies Benevolent Society and the District Trained Nursing Society, each receiving £157 1/4. Inspectors praised public support, noting total expenses of £27 19s 2d and acknowledging contributions from many volunteers and officials.
The inquest into Richard Joseph Supple's death concluded in Adelaide on Tuesday with Salem Macksad, a 51 year old Syrian storekeeper, committed for trial on a charge of murdering Supple. The six day hearing heard 35 witnesses and featured detective testimony about the accused prior statements and alleged actions at the crime scene.
Sydney Tuesday report states Minister for the Interior Mr Perkins announced an exhaustive inquiry by Jim found allegations that aborigines in the Northern Territory were maltreated were refuted. No evidence supported claims that living in plains were abused.
During a hearing on a 44 hour week for the Australian Railways Union and others, Chief Judge Dethridge noted the desire for railways to be wholly under a single regulative tribunal. Judgment was reserved.
Four of six states oppose summoning a federal constitutional convention. Tasmanian and South Australian support for reforms remains, but not on PM's proposed representation. Premier Butler warns against blocking public demand and urges a nationwide body to propose amendments. Tax and tariff disputes strain state finances and Commonwealth competition.
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