23 Jun 1938
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 23, 1938
Page
1
Bruce Benn locates his lost vehicle, recovered with assistance after being left by Worthley who posed as a happy bridegroom. The incident centers on mistaken identity and a staged wedding ruse.
Executive rejects nominations in the West region triggering possible appeal to law. Officials warn of continued political friction and potential legal challenges as governance moves proceed amid objections from factions aligned with local interests.
In Pirie, Rev P J Lyndon’s car, driven away by Anthony Worthley, was found in a Currie street Adelaide garage with confetti strewn about. Bruce Benn, the Pirie motor hire owner, notified police who had handled the case for two weeks. Worthley, who claimed to be newly married, had earlier used Lyndon’s bicycle, which was later recovered from Benn’s garage. A further note: Worthley’s Brisbane imprisonment for six months related to an earlier offence.
The Utuvenslard press details Anthony ethesay Stewart Worthley’s scheme begun in Brisbane on May 19, 1930, with false claims of inheritance to extort cash from James Allan and Stark. After multiple imprisonments and further forgeries in Sydney and South Australia, Worthley, recently extradited, received a six month sentence in Brisbane with no restitution offered.
Melbourne reports a farewell luncheon for Davie Cup players bound for Sydney. Australian team manager McN. Hirohesh, alongside officials, expects a challenging match. The event names Jonan Buils and Ty Sri Jtranaseh as key figures tied to the American Hapened, with expectations of a decisive result.
Prominent Australians pay tribute to Clarence James Dennis who died in hospital at 61 after years of asthma and heart trouble. He authored The Sentimental Bloke and Ginger Mick, lived in Toolangi, Adelaide, Melbourne, and Broken Hill, and influenced national culture with simple, humane verse. He moved through journalism and publishing, including The Critic, Gadfly, and The Herald, remaining widely beloved despite ill health.
Capt Davis urges survey of Autaretic lands with profit in mind. John NULL, famed explorer, supports Tish plan though Autaretic value uncertain. Mev Hymill notes mineral deposits like those in Greenland and Australia may face transport and ice challenges, but air routes could help.
Melbourne lawmakers heard from bookmakers urging a cut in the betting tax to reduce annual payments, claiming lower tax would boost investments and reduce revenue loss. The premier and MLAs debated the proposal, with figures suggesting the cost of a tax cut would be around 25,000 pounds annually.
Yesterday’s weather log records a maximum of 60.8 degrees and a minimum of 45 degrees. The 24 hour period ended at 8:30 a.m. Local officials note stable conditions and no precipitation.
The Pirie Traders Association resolved to actively pursue abattoirs and freezing works in Pirie and to back local industry. The unabridged annual meeting drew strong turnout as officers were elected and a push for increased membership was approved along with support for The Recorder’s local business policy.
The report details a legal case where Haines faced questions over letters to Mrs. Banks seeking money. Mrs. Banks testified the letters harmed her health and nerves and feared harm to her daughter. Det Grow corroborated Haines’s letters and motives while Inspector Crafter noted improper attempts to secure funds.
The Millicent council plans a vote on abolishing betting shops in the district. A legal opinion notes the poll may fall outside powers granted by Local Government Act, challenging the council’s authority to enforce a result.
A Melbourne racing ban and broad council poll debate shape up amid political tension. Reports from Canberra note R W M Hughes announces New Guinea as future admin capital, with shifts from Rabaul to Pirie discussed. Local hospital reentries and residents’ health updates accompany a night of social events including a Spencer Gulf Aero Club ball.
Personal reference mentions Mr vu E Speed as view manager of Pirie branch of Erywalkin Limited and best average net store over 54 holes with a score of 102-95-100. Miss Helen Mathisdn of Broken Hills holidaying with her grandmother Mrs Ti Nelson of Solomontown. Mr Actonnet of Broken Hill was in Pirie yesterday. He will proceed to
An Aero Club Ball last night in Town Hall featured hall and supper room decorations in an aviation theme. Blue lights and silver aircraft figures hung from the ceiling while the gallery and stage bristled with planes and sprayed branches. the Danube Orchestra performed as wind indicators glowed in blue. The event, organized by secretary Mr. W. James with lighting by Mr. Ray Netting and supervision by Capt. Thomson, drew an audience of about 450 and showcased elaborate edible and decorative displays in the supper room.
Promises to examine a development plan that could revive the Moonta mining industry. Engineers’ marginal rate dispute led to a rejected increase, disclosed by G. Hargreaves on his return from a meeting of engineers in Yallourn. The report also notes a colorful display of fruit and ornamental items on the tables.
The marriage of Frank Mervyn Pollard and Sialkee Lavinia Masters was celebrated at Gladstone Methodist Church. Rev G R Parrott officiated as guests admired decorative floral and color schemes. The reception featured meals and speeches, with planning by the Debating Society and Christmas Committee.
Read extracts from letters alleging Matthew Mark Haines demanded £60 from Hannah Banks of Wallaroo to support his wife Hilda and child. Prosecutor described desperate borrowings and threats to teach the children to hate her name, with letters dated 1927 to 1938 showing escalating demands and intimidation.
Yallourn engineers in the State Electricity Commission works revived plans to strike and will stop work at midnight tomorrow. A threatened strike last month gave way to talks with the commission who promised to resolve differences. Concessions were granted on several points but a demand remains unsettled.
Police report a break in at a warehouse where 900 pairs of gloves were seized. An arrest occurred as the suspect, leaving a residence at Albertark, was later charged with warehouse breaking and possessing an unregistered pistol. Items valued at about £1,800 were reported stolen from Commonwealth Bond, Sydney, several weeks prior.
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