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Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Jun 27, 1938

Page

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Australia Fights to Avoid Follow on at Lord's

A see-saw second Test at Lord's left Australia needing 46 runs to avert the follow on after England declared 494. Brown led a cavalcade of scoring with 140 not out, adding 124 with Hassett for the fourth wicket as England tightened with quick bowling. The day ended with Australia in a tight position and chases ahead on a devilish Lord's pitch.

England Brown Hassett Australia Masselt Wellard Badcock Hrown

Verity 124 as England reach 269 in Test opener

In a tense Test innings Verity held the crease for 188 minutes, hitting 124 as Australia faltered after Brown and Wellard’s spells. Hasselt and Diskouek supported, but England built a 269 total with a mix of cautious defense and firm boundary work.

Therbi England

Stumps Scores Australia First Innings

Australia trails after a disjointed innings as B Hannon, Verity, and Ringwood post modest scores. P Williams, Welling, and Wright lead the bowling for the visitors while Australia seeks a strong display on Monday as H Brown hopes to bat again and the side target 46 more for victory.

Campell resigns from Mount Morgan board in dispute

Col Eric Campbell announced his resignation as a director of Mount Morgan Limited amid a conspiracy charge controversy. Campbell said he has publicly cleared his name and intends to stand for re-election to the board, with Mr M A Boyd appointed chairman after the change.

Yoney Foy Bile Campbell It Syne Bus Mount Morgan Limited Gof Campbell Suunay Te Marin Wil MA. Boyds Mount Morgan Lis Deep Aid Winaghe

Spain Bombing Threat Forces Possible Retaliation

London reports that Francoist air raids on open towns in Spain may trigger strong reprisals by the Spanish government. The Spanish ambassador warned targets could extend beyond Burgos and Salamanca, amid debates over British calls for an international commission.

Recorder London Franco Spain Burgos Salamanca Britain Senup de Anvaraty Af International Commission Lord Halifax Cave Bellisi Chamberlin Uembing Hurcola Tue Watie

Porter Seeks Estate In Adelaide Claim

Adelaide Sunday report notes Peter Bethune, a porter at Adelaide Hospital, claims a share of an estate valued at £750,000 in Sydney. The decedent Thomas Walker, who died five years ago, left half to charities and half to next of kin from an estate estimated at £1.5 million. Scotland records and Bibles are being searched by potential beneficiaries. Bethune bases his claim on alleged cousinship and has lodged an application with trustees.

Adelaide Peter Bethune Adelaide Hospital Sydney Thomas Walker Scotland Mr. Walker Leith Australia Bank of New South Wales Bethune

Baer Expects Five-Round Knockout Of Louis

New York report notes former champion Max Baer pledges to capture the world heavyweight boxing title in September by knocking out Louis in five rounds, signaling a bold restart of title plans despite past defeats.

Dr Walters Re elected To Pirie Town Council Seat

In Pirie Town Council chambers at noon on Saturday town clerk Mr E E Garrett announced that the sole supplementary nomination for North Ward was Mr W J R Walters, the former holder of the seat. Walters was declared re elected for the ensuing term, with the new council to sit in two weeks. The list of personnel includes W H Threadgold mayor, Ald Coffey, C L Davis, C Howley, J H Reid, W H Taylor, A A Whelan, A Ryan, A E M Sly, E G Warman, Walters North, G Dey, and A J Edwards South.

Pirie E. E. Garrett North Ward W. J. R. Walters Walters W. H. Threadgold Ald. W. Coffey C. L. Davis C. Howley J. H. Reid Drs. W. H. Taylor A. A. & Whelan Solomontown A. Ryan A. E. M. Sly West E. G. Warman North G. Dey A. J. Edwards South

Hand Caught in Engine Cogs at Tinwoog Quarries

Mr Dur rud Wils oiling a Diesur engine when the vin shinped and his hand was caught in a gear wheel. He was admitted to Pirie Hospital with injuries and has received treatment.

Mo. Purward Tiadatone Pirie Hospital Durrud

Pirie Movie Ball workers busy with preparations

The arrange ments are led by Messrs Gee and Waterman with representatives from the District Trained Nursing Society and Mothers and Babies Health Association. Funds from the donation drive will largely go to the two charities. Major gifts include a radio set and a cocktail cabinet. Envelopes are to offer sixpenny donations with gifts inside. Symonds Bros will redeem vouchers in 5 000 envelopes. The ball plan follows Adelaide example with grand decorations and unique floor entertainments. Mr Gee will visit Adelaide on July 6 to finalise details.

Pirie Town Hall Austral Theatre K. Waterman Ozone) Theatre District Trained Nursing Society Mothers and Babies’ Health Association M. M. B. Middleton J. H. Badge J. O. Geddes H. G. Symonds D.t.ns Pic Symonds Bros. Co-operative Limited Adelaide Mr. Gee Gee

Australian players in cup departure from Sydney

Damis and Cup teams depart Sydney as Hopman signals confidence with Quist Bromwich and Schwartz. Budge viewed as main obstacle in America. Players report six weeks of fitness and Quist fully recovered from last year illness.

A. K. Quist John Bromwich A. L. Schwartz Hopman Budge America Quist United States

Thermometer Readings Include Yesterday and Saturday

Yesterday's maximum reached 55.3 with an 8.30 am minimum of 47. Saturday shows a maximum of 50 at 8.30 am and a 50 reading.

St John Brigade Parade at Adelaide Town Hall and Ozone Theatre

Members of the St John Ambulance Brigade paraded in uniform under Amb Off W A Harhk on. District Officer G Dev Sup E T Harnish attended. Attendance included Sete G Willam Ta Alleny Cpls Lihow and others. The gathering moved to the theatre circle after the parade. A wireless set was received for the brigade. District Chief Dey apologised for absences.

St. John Ambulance Brigade Adelaide Pirie Ozone Theatre Amb W. A. Har Hkon G. Dev E. T. Harnish Flin Alan Sete G. Willam Ta Alleny Cpls Lihow Il. Speingall Plus J. Marets W Magookin P. Will Va Pullpe B. Barnes Burton Maybrws Ae le Zubrinsen Williams J. P. Geuths Alor Ue

Admiral Karpfanger Sailed From Port Germein With Wheat

Anxiety surrounds the sailing ship Admiral Karpfanger last reported off Cape Horn on March 1 after departing Port Germein February 8 with a wheat cargo bound for Europe.

Hamburg Admiral Karpfanger Cape Horn Port Germein Europe

McCallum Omitted From Norwood Committee Decision

McCallum will not play for Norwood in the Amateur League this afternoon. The omission came after a meeting of selectors on Thursday night. He announced intent to join Payneham and received a permit to play for Payneham from the Amateur League.

Adelaide A. Eee Payneham Norwood Footbal Cub McCallum

Can American Court Forbid Truth To Be Published

A sensational spy case report notes Leon G. Turrou resigning to publish his account while an interim injunction blocks release of confidential information. President Roosevelt calls for more funds to fight espionage and warns of counter espionage efforts as U S authorities pursue a wide net of suspects.

Recorder New York United States Leon G. Turrou Federal Bureau of Investigation Murray Turroy Turrow Roosevelt Army Navy America Hee

Port Broughton teacher and staff moves noted

Mr C R Wills has been transferred to the South Australian head office after years at Kadina and Balaklava branches. Mrs M A Roberts of Crystal Brook returns with her parents to Port and A Simans becomes an assistant at Port Broughton higher primary school.

C. R. Wills Stock Department Kadina Balaklava M. A. Roberts Crystal Brook Raylen Pera Brewvebes i Selily W. Bayeon Port Weg A. Simans Tan Ssid Port Broughton Higher

Resignations and Appointments Reported in Local Notices

Wheat and Lead retire after 25 years of service while new postings appear for Miss M K Chambers to Jamestown School and Miss M Russell to Moonta Mines School. Dr Sean Hearmar of Perth rides eastbound train toward Canberra for a position with the Commonwealth Scientific and Industrial Council as others announce appointments and hospital progress.

Russell Moonta Mines School Pamenger Sean Hearmar Perth Canberra Commonwealth Council Fee Scientific and Industrial

Flying Boat Service Ships Camilla and Cordella

Imperial Airways operates flying boats Camilla and Cordella. Camilla departed Southampton for the 3,000 mile flight at 1:15 am, followed half an hour later by Cordella carrying twelve passengers including nine journalists, both vessels part of the same air service.

Camilla Cordella Imperial Airways Southampton

Fiveyear A Bagot election claim after declaration

A claim was made by Mr Bagot after the district returning officer declared him elected during yesterday's declaration. The attending official was Mr. Hunt of the West area.

A. Bagot Me. Bagot BW. BR. Hunt Wes

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