02 Mar 1920
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 02, 1920
Page
1
Britain lifts price controls as food stocks are released gradually. Reports on retail costs show a broad government plan to stabilize supply and curb inflation, with debates in Parliament over expanding pension increases for policemen and broader living-cost measures amid market strains.
In a South Australia versus Victoria cricket match J E Pellew starred with a faultless innings, reaching a high score as crowds packed the ground. Despite strong Victoria bowling, Pellew’s 37 and swift running helped SA recover from early wickets, with cheering spectators witnessing a high spirited day of play and a dramatic late boundary. The day ended with South Australia at 439 for all out.
A 15 year old boy, Jack McWay of Pirie West, was knocked down on the road in front of the Gooee pavit by four trap occupants in a conveyance. The wheels passed over his legs. He was assisted to a nearby motor car and later walked away. Police seek witnesses from Pirieans.
The Times reports the Viceroy Viscount Wrenches urges citizens to stay indoors during prohibited hours amid unrest in Ireland. Parliament plans to move for suspension until order is restored. Devlin notes openness to the Irish Home Rule convention plan. Ireland holds back on denouncing the Government measure until the Home Rule Bill text appears.
Fragmentary report indicates a murder case in Ireland tied to Sinn Fein. The fragment mentions a woman, a February date, and an attempted raid linked to an internal Sinn Fein faction. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Fragmented text describes Wilkins abandoning an enterprise and a flight toward Australia. Mentions an aircraft, a crash, and plans involving the South Pole and northern Norway, with delays and testing of an explorations ship. Names and specifics are unclear due to garbled OCR.
A fragment from the Times in London mentions a Mahdlly-Pagy machine wrecker and a flight route from Cairo to Capetown via Mashadear Shere Mis Beyond. The snippet references crows and warnings about aviation safety in a bustling era.
A fire at the Marristown Hotel reached the station area on Weston Street. Fire brigade responded and found a blaze in a warehouse like house. The building and its contents were destroyed. The Royal Ex venture Company insured the property for 800 pounds. adjoining premises were damaged by the blaze.
At a Tripie Tews Cou fir meeting Messrs Harry Jackson Mullins and Lt Graigie were named as reps for the Soldiers Memorial Sports Committee. They discussed lighting an ev ening program for the Easter Standay ground, with costs estimated for electric wiring and seating. The gathering approved funds including £20 for a rack, £25 for lighting, and £18 40 for extra installation, with £20 vote to build the cycle track improvements and potential publican’s death installation.
Paris leaders of the railway strike admit the action is the start of a broader Soviet movement. They demand abolition of the railways as the core issue, while many Paris workers ignore union leadership and the federation withholds support. Troops guard lines as transport services struggle to operate amid the unrest.
An AMA delegate in Port Pirie urged unions to back the ALA and threaten stoppages to pressure the AWU amid the Broken Hill mine dispute. He claimed miners and union leaders failed to support Brocken Hill workers and warned of actions against coal supply to smelters. M A Davidson, ALP candidate, argued arbitration and talks have long resolved similar disputes without mass strikes.
United Service reports Mrs Thorold Waters won the £1000 prize offered by Rolls-Royce for the best advertisement on Australian Might. The 31 word entry features Mrs Waters linked to Colonel W P Reay, longtime Herald editor and Melbourne journalist, and notes her marriage to Lieutenant Thorold Waters who served in Britain before the war.
Port Pirie council, in cooperation with Federal and State governments, secures coal for the town amid overseas ship control. Arrangements provide 260 tons for BHAS and coal from Kooyong to Port Pirie for electric light, with South Australia holding rail coal stocks to relieve the shortage within the state. The meeting recorded no discussion and the letter was noted as received.
Waterside workers moved coal from the Baron Mitc Ly steamer yesterday. The bulk goes to Peter borough, with portions to Gladatotte, Tr rowleaml Quorn, and a supply reserved for Port Pirie.
The Times reports Calonel Weigall described the Prince as the empire's greatest ambassador at the Junior Constitutional Club. He predicted the Prince will charm Australians and win hearts across the nation, leaving a lasting influence on representatives of the King.
Constable Emery is at Port Pirie with plans to end a holiday. Judd tutus resumes duty after illness. Stationmaster J B Taylor leaves Port Pirie for Wallaroo to relieve the district, absent two months. K G Scoll leaves for Kapunda and Morgan. J Ramsay MacDonald, former Liborite, named Labor candidate for Aberavon Glamorganshire. Brigadier General J P McGlinn arrives in Fremantle after presiding over a court martial. Theodore and wife hosted by Premier’s party. about 300 attend. J F Hannan named assistant secretary of Melbourne Trades Hall Council, long active in Labor. Dr W H Campbell recovering from illness. Mayor Geddes returns from holiday. Pine arrivals from Adelaide include Dr Kneebones. business pursuits noted.
At a Pirie Town Council session concerns over water waste were raised as overseas vessels were said to drain large water quantities when leaving the area. A motion urged the Public Works Commissioner to address water waste, including Baroota, and mains rollage. A separate motion sought expert government reports on sinking bores at hill bases to secure water.
During the Pirie meeting last night Dr Paviioh urged government action beyond existing efforts to bore for artesian water. He cited a private bore where water rose within seven feet of the surface. A letter from the Public Works secretary arrived noting no exception could be made for water supply to the Soldiers Memorial Park.
At a Birie Council meeting town gardener Mr. GH Giles stated that in the last fortnight Waterworks officials had forbidden any use of water in the works. As a result he was unable to carry out plant care duties and noted herbage dying.
London dispatch reports Admiral Beatty’s Lion battleship, 26 000 tons and ten years old, will be retired to reserve. It will be replaced by the Hood battle cruiser of 30 000 tons carrying eight 45 inch guns and speed of 35 knots. Also, destroyers Anzac and Stalwart, gifts from Britain to Australia, depart Plymouth for the Commonwealth to meet the other four gift vessels at Gibraltar, aiming to reach Australia on Anzac Day.
An advertisement touts trustworthy service with no obligation to buy, offering smart tailor made Costa from 9 guineas and plain silk options. It invites inspections of stock in New Autumn Millinery, promising fashionable, exclusive styles and large quantities at keen prices.
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