Port Pirie Protest Over Unemployed Ration Plan
Port Pirie Town Council led a Monday protest against government plans to provide only 36 weekly rations for single unemployed men. The council urged the government to treat Port Pirie residents the same as Adelaide, pressuring for parity and faster ministerial action. Letters from the deputation urged a weeklong rally while the council warned that Labor ministers would face public blowback if relief remained unequal.
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Port Pirie Town
Port Pirie
Wurgwgreter
Port Piri
Ald
Coffey
Port Miri
Pardyweent
Somithine Lethe
Labor
Council urges government to fund town water main renewal
The council argues for government involvement to extend work for the unemployed through water mains renewal in Pirie. Ald Threadgold and Sir Mat Cash advocate that at least five streets could be repaired, providing local relief and employment, while noting government inaction and urging shared responsibility.
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Mat
Pirie
Counell
Lhy Beneft
Tly
Erpur
Rigard
Pirle
Proposed Loan Letter From Premier On Port Pirie Aid
A letter from the Premier replies to Port Pirie Council about a 3,000 loan to aid unemployed residents. It states the council will receive loan conditions once finalized and notes the grant of 150,000 from the Commonwealth Government may be allocated differently. A separate communication discusses supplies of shirts and blankets.
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L. Bo Hill
Gouneil
Port Price
Gomel
Commonweath
Port Pirie Elines
Acestin
Wetterthen
Counil
British India Eyes Federation Basis for Reform
The United Service in London reports on Sir John Lion Commission's second study proposing a federal India with autonomous states and extended franchise. Burma would join as part of the federation, while local rulers seek strong safeguards. the Governor-General remains ceremonial head while the cabinet is chosen by the government.
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United Service
London
Hellish
India
John Lion
Burma
Homikron
Amt
Caltowie Coursing First Round Results
In Tuesday action at Galtowie Apt, Avil defeated Retails while Busy Body beat Lan Nolan. Top Notch edged Serene, The HI beat Loin, Queen's Gift overcame Mire Misetiivei, Classical Nigger beat Givy, Bea Brocade beat Juan Gill, thetty Cinder beat Vers Manin, Mide defeated Huss Borg, Woden bested Pop Noten, and ShGONU THES. The HN beat Y Gin.
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Pop Noten
HN Peat Y
Town chair clarifies relief forwarding to Wlankels
The Outer Welfare and Public Relief Board was informed that shelelers were not required, and only Wlankels were to be forwarded. The Town Chair noted the Waukels had retorted that they had come to...
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Tue Outer Welfare and Public Relief Board
State finances advisory committee formed in Adelaide
In Adelaide the Cabinet announced a non political advisory committee to study the financial position of the state and future taxation. Members include W G Young Elder Smith and Co. Wainwright Mumpkin Stuckey and Prof L Melville. The panel will advise on balancing the budget expenditure limits revenue generation and credit protection.
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Adelaide
House of Assembly
T. Lous
W. Wainwright
Gener
Lo ©.Umpkin
Palle
I. Ho Stuckey
LL Melville U Profyssi
Economics
Adelaide University
Meat Strike Off Resumption Set After Mass Meeting
Sydney workers end meat strike as union executive recommends return to work on a six day pattern. Mass meeting today approves the decision and all employees will resume work tomorrow.
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Sydney
Military clothing arrives for Pirie unemployed
Mr A W Lacey MHR sought a ministerial reply regarding military clothing for Pirie unemployed. A letter from Adelaide indicated some clothing could be available, pending local authority action and state government approvals. The department confirmed clothing had arrived and Lacey would be informed of council actions.
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A. W. Lacey
Defener
Ukey
Pirie
Adelaide
Clolieg
Glink
Larey
State Ballot Proposed For Compulsory Wheat Pool
Government minister S. Whitford told a deputation from the South Australian Wheatgrowers Protection Association that time constraints prevent adopting to compulsory wheat marketing. The Wheat Marketing Bill is to be introduced as South Australia considers a state plan.
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Adelaide
South Australia
Bilie Wenset
Whitford Minster
Nereniture
Lancashire Fights Australasian Test As Clouds Hide Sunshine
A murky clouded match between Lancashire and Australasia unfolds with slow bowling and contentious calls. Cries of indignation rise over the venue as Lancashire trails in the early stages, Woodfull and Wall exchange wary shots while Murwood keeps tight control.
Alleged Razor Slashing Trial Ends With Not Guilty Verdict
Thomas Brown, 30, faced charges of wounding Geary Harper in Melbourne. Prosecutors described a razor attack with a 40 stitch facial wound while Brown claimed self defense during a separate incident. The jury found Brown not guilty after a nine day trial.
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Melbourre
Thomas Brown
Geary
Harper
Brown
Helper
Town Council Considers £5,000 Loan
Me Fitzgerald reported that discussions with Commissioner of Public Works Melgnes revealed no fixed loan conditions. The Town Clerk noted no further details. Ald Threadgold asked if a Federal grant would affect the loan. The Mayor avoided a direct answer. A council call was set for the next meeting to consider the proposed loan.
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Pitegerald
Melgnes
Ald Threadgold
Whe
Mondays Play in Lancashire War Shows Weak Australia
In a Lancashire match the Australia team showed weakness with Grimmett delivering effective bowling. Wall and Watson faced tight bowling as the innings unfolded with several wickets and scoring runs, while Firfux and others struggled. The partial readable lines indicate a tense bowling display and notable dismissals as the score moved forward.
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Manchester
Lancashire Wael
Auserwlia
Grimmett
White Watson
Ellen-dale Council Considers Draining Plan to Ease Water Issues
Port Town Council met Monday night with Dr Sjostrom noting rising tides and drainage problems from Shell Depot toward the Cooperative Store. He urged immediate removal of debris and lowering a culvert to relieve flooding near the terrace and parklands, with further investigations to follow.
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Kimble
Rjosteen
Sjostrom
Pieris
North Park Lands
Gr Sjostrom
Shell Depot
Gn-operative
Ellen Call
Pont
Syhiah
Fendale Auld
Gr Shostram
Ess Jmsi
Mme Shell Repot
Tly
Co-operative
Fo Ney
Gounell
Hitmatte
Bert
Csostrom
Carrid
New Factories Planned by Allied Powers
Overseas firms, mainly British and American, announce expansion of works in Australia. Preliminary arrangements discussed to sort and dispatch orders as part of wartime production efforts. The first surge in November includes several sites already operating, with workers joining new facilities.
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Mpimiouwne
Thest Lim
Atlantic Flight Kingsford Smith Leaves For America
Squadron Leader Kinestor Smith and three companions left Port Mornock at 4 30 this morning in the Southern Grass to fly to America. The journey to New York is estimated at 33 hours following the northern shipping route to Newfound land then steering for Maine and along the coast to New York. Southern Cross has a cruising radius of 38 flying hours.
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Kinestor Smith
Port Marnock
America
Avert Vaniyk
J. M. Stannage
Saul
Kingsford Smith
Ira
New York
Nerthern
Newfoundwnd
Maine
Southern Cross
Three Killed In Crossing Smash Near Atlantic City
United Service reports mayor Anthony Ruffo of Allante City and three friends died instantly when their car was struck by a train near Atlantic City. Mc Ray was returning after a halt following his exoneration on graft charges.
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New York
Anthony Ruffo
Allante City
Atlantic City
Mc Ray
Topmen Aust Dominates Opening Wimbledon Singles Match
In London United Service reports Topmen Aust defeated Seahound Jamaica 6-0 6-0 6-2 while Crawford Aust bested Malace Czechoslovakia 6-0 6-2 6-? Allison USA beat Moon Australia 6-1 6-1 6-? Ane deows defeated Willard Australia 6-4 1-5 in round one with several scores incomplete.
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London
Wimbledon
Topmen
Seahound
Jamaica
Crawford
Malace
Ceeeho-Siowwkia
Allison
Uls.a
Moon
Anedeows
Willard
Bea
Amending Arbitration The Federal Bill Sparks Debate
MELEDUANE Tuesday headline outlines proposed changes to arbitration law as shipowners seek a special arbitration panel. Waterside Workers Federation secretary A Turley argues against involvement by federation members, advocating independent, practical conciliation by trusted outsiders.
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Sears
Ste A. Turley
Waterside Workers’ Federation
Foday
Tobacco Manufacture to Start in Melbourne Factory
Melbourne tobacco maker Nusteating Limited will soon begin factory work on Lonsdale Street for tobacco products. The firm expects 25 hands once fully operating. Mr H Waley, managing director, arrived in Melbourne by liner today en route to oversee start up and future horace and clearsites next year.
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Tursdtuy BF
Godfin Pulte
Lonsdale
Melbourne
H. Waley
Devetor Or
Fee Company
Peonwatle
Hronsay
Fe Company
Horacea
Clearsites
London Test Teammate Ruled Out For Second Test
Im alsa Ry, London reports a player injured in the first Test will miss the second Test starting Friday. The team confirms no return for the match and details of the injury remain unreleased.
Transport Workers Act Repeal Contemplated in Parliament
In Canberra the Prime Minister announced in the House of Representatives that the Government plans to introduce legislation to repeal the Transport Workers Act passed by the Bruce Government.
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Canberra
House of ‘Representatives
Transport Workers
Iby Bruce
Adelaide Weather Brief Reports Delayed Rain Forecast
A fragmented weather note from Adelaide indicates no rain in the immediate hours while government meteorologists stay optimistic for rain within the next two to three days. Systems have remained practically stationary in the past two hours with continued unsettled conditions.
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Adelaide
Trains Derail On Weakened Line At Newcastle
Ten trucks laden with coal derailed after the line failed near Newcastle yesterday. Five trucks toppled an embankment while workers were laid off as the colliery operations slowed and a number of men were out of work.
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Newcastle
Waratah
Drill Hall Accommodation and War Howl for Rations
The Town Clerk reported drill hall beds for 24 with 23 occupied. Since 26 inn were best accommodated at the hall, three more arrived in town over the weekend. A banker issued 1 each man and a blanket was to be provided. The innovation at the drill hall was left to the Town Clerk. The inspector visited daily. Gr Goffey urged distributing clothing from the Commonwealth to local unemployed men in need.
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Gr Goffey
Near miss at Solomontown driving accident injures elderly man
Mr W F N Laver backed his motor vehicle at his Solomontown home injuring his father H R Laver and causing minor injuries to a two year old granddaughter. The 85 year old was struck on the head and suffered abrasions as medical attention was needed. Mr Laver was confined as a result.
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W. F. N. Laver
Solomontown
Sterday
Mr Laver
H.R. Laver
Overseas Transport Charges in Australia Tariff Debate
Sydney reports the overseas transport adviser J. B. Brigden telling the Council of the Association that tariff changes must wait until freight rates shift. Shipping interests say they can absorb short term losses but cannot face them for more than two years.
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Sydney
Aus- Hullat Overseas Tramsport Asageis
J. B. Brigden
Brigden
Fatal fall from pole in Forestville leaves linesman dead
Tuesday morning Sydney Phelps Brown aged 38 linesman from Hurtle Street Croydon Perk was killed while working at the top of an electric light pole on Leadertreet Forestville.
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Adelaide
Sydney Phelps Brown
Linesman
Hurtle Street
Croydon
Perk
Leadertreet
Forestville
Delegates to Russia and passport stories in Canberra
Two delegates left secretly earlier to attend the Red International in Moscow in July to study methods and passports were issued to workers. Two men connected with the Labor movement are noted, one possibly prominent in a recent coal dispute. A Berlin vote is cited as an easy path to a passport for Russia.
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Tursiay
Thia
Red International
Trades Ealins
Moscow
Berlin
Russel
Bribery Inquiry Likely to Be Reapppointed in Parliament
Canberra authorities announced that an inquiry into potential bribery schemes involving Mr Holand Green M.H.R. is likely to be resumed. The Federal Attorney General Mr Brennan indicated efforts to revisit the matter and pursue appropriate action.
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Brennan
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Melbourne jury awards damages for motorcycle collision injuries
A County Court jury awarded Miss Violet Gonsianse Alberson 651 damages for injuries after being knocked down by a motorcycle that had been struck by another motor. Mrs Kaitleen Dixon, driver of the motor, and Frank d wants Palmer, rider of the cycle, were named in the case.
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Turseay
Violet Gonsianse Alberson
Alberson Kaatelaine
Kaitleen Dixon
Dwants Palmer
Costume Gaieties A Bright Show At St Marks Mall
Bright entertainment lit St Mark's Mall with Popular Gestuate Gaieties and leading artists. Recalled acts include Mrs P McMahon and Miss L Lane, with violin solos by W Malycha and a joint St Mark's and St John's choir number. The boy soprano John McMahon and many more entertained a large audience.
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W. Malyeba
Nt. Willams
Olive Waugh
John McMahon
W. Malycha
St Mark's
St John's Orchestra
Aunice Lane
Mise Hilda Reidy
W. Malyena
Broken Hill Mines Face British Closure Estimated Job Losses
Broken Hill’s British Mine to close Saturday with about 500 workers from the works and North Mine facing unemployment. General manager C J Emery says British stoppage will slow North Mine activity and its mill may run only two shifts after the closure. A payroll May list shows 469 men employed at the British mine.
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Broken Hill
Tursday
C.J. Emery
Broken Bill North
Melbourne
North
Britis
Conference on New Employment Terms in Broken Hill
Industrial Council representatives met with Broken Hill Proprietary Sulphide Corporation and Weeks Companies after a request by BHP. The talks aimed to adjust employment terms to reduce production costs and keep the mine open, amid plans to close Proprietary Mine and Block 14 at month’s end. The conference remains ongoing.
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Broken Hill
Tndustria! Council
Broken Hill Proprietary
Sulphide Corporation
Wecks
Caneera
Proprietery
Block 14
Still Falling Silver At New Low Record
Declines continued in metal prices on the Raiden Metal Exchange with silver slipping to new lows. Copper tin and related metals also fell while the prior record low dates in June are noted, marking a persistent slide through the rear period.
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Adelaide
Raiden Metal Exchange
Silver Lead Deposits Expedition Leaves for Central Australia
Canberra attaches its mining team under Capt Holden. Six mining experts voyage from Mawnat this morning to explore silver lead deposits in Central Australia.
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Sydney
Canberra
Holden
Central Australia
Gold Rush Sparks Perth Mining Drive Near Yalgoo
In Perth on Tuesday prospectors press for Federal government action on a Ford bonus while unearthing promising gold near Yalgoo. Two finds near surface yield 18 to 0z in a single site, with another 4 oz located within six miles. Leases are exhausted and excitement grows in the Yalgoo district.
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Federsl
API
Yalgoo
Yalcoo
Curtailed Programme in Adelaide for Air Show
Adelaide reports cut back plans for Sunday at Morphettville racecourse as Amy Johnson, the airwoman, is unwell after long eastern travels. She will skip a League Football match at the Adelaide Oval to stay quiet. Major De Haviland backs careful preparations to avoid hazards despite funding concerns.
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Aero Club
Morphettville
Amy Johnson
Miss Johnson
Major de Haviland
Aero Club Fe
Mnie
Abe
Miss Amy Johnson Flight to Western District Today
Courier text indicates Amy Johnson flies today toward the Western District for a day of travel. She plans to depart by ship tomorrow evening with Adele to Ree Sie Yo on Thursday.
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Amy Johmson
Wail
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