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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 16, 1925
Page
2
The text outlines a flawed schedule for passenger service with departures on Saturdays and Tuesdays from various ports including Augusta and Whyalla. It mentions trips to General Cares and a return on the same day, noting circular or weather-related permitting. The OCR is garbled, but indicates weekly departures and reciprocals among ports with passenger calls.
Fragmentary notice lists property and assets for sale including a drilling machine and workshop equipment. Mentions parcels on a local street near King Street and Jamontoswn, with a building site 52 by 230 feet. Indicates freehold land and business assets offered for sale by Mrs S Buller.
Lena Davidson of Wandearah East South Australia applies to the Supreme Court for Letters of Administration for Percy Weir Davidson formerly of Wandearah East. The petition seeks authorization for Bagot’s Executor and Trustee Company Limited registered at 22 King William Street Adelaide to obtain those letters. Dated June 12. Signatures of Lena Davidson and witness RH Dunn.
The report notes R Cook as a leading critic in parliament while Prime Minister Hughes faces charges from his term. It discusses tariff politics, the Country Party influence, and Melbourne’s jobless thousands, framing the last session as a moment when radical tariff changes might be considered to aid domestic industry.
District Council of Pirie reverses tenders on Friday June 19 1945 for the supply of ten chains of forming off Noisheby Road. Specifications and tender documents available.
John William Brown died on June 19 at Gianatoni. He was beloved husband of Hitt Brown and father of Reerine Bell Bilis Lyall and Erle. Funeral arrangements pending with family at home.
A fragmented OCR passage discusses habit and emotion, referencing Weiter and Tessier, with unclear context. It mentions anger and roles, suggesting a philosophical or psychological argument about control of emotions and behavior. Entities are uncertain due to garbled text.
Fragmentary notice shows appeals for supervisors or applicants for children’s playgrounds. The readable text suggests a municipal or civic call to action with dates and location hints, but many words are garbled.
A dispute over extending the retirement age for workers prompts the Government to consult officials. The secretary of the Workers Association argues against scrapping the ordinary retirement age of 65 and urges applying the same rule to civilian services. Minister for Railways John Gann is asked to respond after the commissioner's stance remains unsettled. The Premier plans further talks on the issue upon returning from Melbourne.
A.W. Lacey asked the Minister for Works and Railway about integrating the North South railway with the Red Hill track and the Ted Hill to Port Augusta line. The government intends to honor the South Australian agreement and will decide how to proceed with the two lines under consideration.
In a Pirie Gyote Club meet at Memorist Oval on Saturday Doyle and Merling led early laps. Merling surged to claim victory by a length while Boyle placed second. Brooks and Hosken followed. Stevens and Hart stayed competitive as other riders battled through the field.
Fragmented notes describe a local court case involving Johnston and a fatal shooting case with bail set for a man married with seven children, plus a collision at the North Terrace Bing William road injuring an 8 year old with a secretary of a youth group referenced.
Warriors edged Rovers 8 goals 4 behinds to 3 goals 4 behinds in a tight match at Numorial Oval. Zubrin starred with lively play as Warriors surged late, while Willis and Fitzgerald contributed key goals in a brisk, early season contest marked by relentless defense and rapid attacks from both sides.
A fragmented report shows Northern Areas beating Crystal Brook in a tense game. Details are unclear but the contest featured naming of teams and rough weather conditions impacting play.
Christensen, 48, appeared at Port Adelaide Police Court after striking James Quamo at a Port Adelaide Norwood match. Judge G Malcarine ordered protection for umpires and fined the defendant 19 pounds 5 shillings with costs. nonpayment could send him to jail. Witnesses described violent scenes as hundreds of youths jeered and struck, with Unique Quinny claiming a head blow during the incident.
Adelaide yesterday saw South Adelaide wingman H Aistrope suffer a severe compound dislocation of the ankle after a clash with West Adelaide on the Adelaide Oval. He was moved to Narwic private hospital for review by Dr L J Pellew who called the injury exceptionally grave but said his condition is as satisfactory as can be expected. The expert warned the injury will likely end Aistrope's football career.
Commercial report lists varied quotations from firms including Youstrom Ward ani Go Adelaide with dates June 45 and September 23 410, noting buyers and sellers across South North and Melbourne markets. Entries mention Zinc Corporation Sulphide Company Blestrolytin Zinc and Nestle in a dense brokerage style list of prices and counterparties.
Georgetown and Bracks meet in a lively hockey match marked by heavy scoring and strong defense. O Loughby preserved a close score with expert saves as Covington and Injury absences shaped the lineup. fans witnessed a fast, stirring game with standout plays by Brooks and Phe Rod.
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