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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 02, 1933
Page
1
Reports from Shanghai indicate the Jehol campaign shows reduced momentum with claims of Chamisa occupation and Chi-feng fall contested by other sources. Japanese officials warn of extending hostilities inside the Great Wall if resistance persists, while embargo on arms exports remains a policy consideration.
In Shanghai on Wednesday, authorities warn of a volatile powder magazine at Tientsin that could explode at any moment as Japan and China rush to fortify the treaty port. If Japanese forces breach the Great Wall, repercussions in Tientsin and Peiping are hard to forecast, though Chinese leaders offer protection to Japanese and other nationals.
Ottawa dispatch reports Japanese official regret over Cabinet choices on an arms embargo. He suggests the British embargo was flawed and proposes directing measures at Japan to extend search rights and arm shipments, arguing stronger action could shift balance in China.
Melbourne man Arthur George Brown a Rosanna insurance agent was committed for trial in the Third District Court for shooting Denis Hicks an electrician of Clifton Hill with intent to kill Hicks was shot through the spine and wrist and remains in serious condition Brown told police that Hicks had ruined his life claiming he had befriended Hicks but found an affair between Hicks and his wife Brown said he acted on impulse after confronting Hicks about the alleged intimacy
Adelaide Dairymen's Association secretary M C White told the Dairy Commission that many dairies within 15 miles of Adelaide were in a disgraceful condition. He urged stricter inspections and argued that stock inspectors and dairy instructors had neglected visits to local dairies.
Adelaide reports the seventh series of wool sales will open tomorrow at the Wool Exchange. It is expected to bring in over £200,000 to South Australian pastoralists as buyers from many countries compete.
Federal Attorney General Latham said Australia was consulted by Britain and agreed to prohibiting arms exports to China or Japan. There is no private manufacture of arms in Australia, making any action unlikely here.
London observers noted a tense Conservative conference as Winston Churchill attacked the National Government policy on India. He moved that an All-India Government based on Western principles would harm India and Britain's Empire. The motion was narrowly defeated amid a charged session.
New York reports Mr Roosevelt outlines a full cabinet plan including Frances Perkins as Secretary of Labor, making her the first woman named to a U.S. cabinet. The article notes the lineup and aims of the administration.
In Paris the Chamber of Deputies moved to pass its Finance Bill before midnight February last night. The debate was interrupted but resumed and the Bill was adopted several hours later.
Dublin reports Constable John Ryal fatally wounded while confronting gunmen fleeing after firing on railway guards. He sustained six bullet wounds and died at a special Gabdae. The assailants fled, with authorities pursuing all night but details remain incomplete.
The King awarded the Commandership of the Royal Victoria Order to radiologist William Hope Fowler. Fowler, famed for his X ray work, had his right arm amputated earlier in his career due to injuries from his radiation research.
The London Midland Scottish Railway Company will display the famous Royal Scot express with light carriages at the World Fair in Chicago in June. After the fair the engine will tour major cities across America and Canada.
Melbourne Wednesday Federal Attorney General J G Latham says even unanimous Western Australia secession votes would lack legal weight and could not impact constitutional status. He argues imperial power, not a single state, would determine secession and warns of economic and credit damage to Australia if attempted.
President Hindenburg signs a decree suspending personal liberty and free press for a year. It bans meetings, associations, and private telegraph, telephone, and letter privacy, with a police administered regime to restore order after Tuesday night fire and ensuing clashes.
At a basic wage hearing two employers’ representatives presented a Japanese shirt priced 2 shillings 6 pence and a British shirt at 3 shillings 11 pence. The enquiry resumed after a fortnight, with women attending for the first time. Mr Dawes questioned witnesses about fashion trends and advertising honesty amid cross examination.
Strafford, a renowned cyclist, began from the General Post Office at 4 am to attempt a world record by riding 5,009 miles in a month. The day’s stage covered about 464 miles, looping through Gawler Tarlee Rhynie Auburn Watervale Seven Hills Clare and back toward Adelaide.
An official of the Forestry Department outlined three key fire prevention steps for the Kuitna district. Patch burning of scrub in spring and early summer, clearing standing water and bush especially stringy bark on ponds, and ploughing of area breaks around grass pastures near dwellings and buildings.
Victoria selects Rigg as captain for the English Tour match in Melbourne on Wednesday. M J Thomas will be promoted to the main squad and J Plamt from Fitzroy is named 12th man for the upcoming clash against the Bugshemen next Friday.
The City of Dieppe ran aground six miles from Port Pirie on Monday night with 2,689 tons of ore aboard. Refloating succeeded that night with help from tugs Falcon and Yacka. Lightering continued all day and into last night, removing nearly 1,000 tons. no crew injuries reported. The ship, 7,263 tons gross, commanded by Capt. H. Cartwright, was bound for Wallaroo to load wheat, with wool awaiting at Sydney.
Brisbane report notes the Queensland Industrial Court on Wednesday declined to cut the basic wage below 3 pounds 14 shillings a week. The president stated the court was unanimously of the view that no reduction was warranted at present.
Melbourne court records tell of Thomas Frown and William Tobias sentenced to three years for stealing a tray of diamond rings from Albert Hone on Bourke Street. Hobbs aided by restraining the jeweller during the escape attempt, after one ring was allegedly tried on a finger with string.
Sydney report says H Larwood’s injured foot is so painful he may skip the remaining two matches of England’s tour, casting doubt on his participation. The injury raises concern for the squad as officials reassess player fitness and lineup options for the tour conclusion.
The third day at Prospect Oval saw bowlers dominate as L O'Sullivan of Sacred Heart Qld Col Jeptans claimed 19 wickets for 64 runs against Stockbreeders. He nearly achieved the hat trick with a tight over, taking the first, third and fifth wickets.
Canberra reports a Treasury statement shows Customs and excise revenue for February at 2,637,574 pounds, an increase of 390,463 pounds from February last year. The department’s budget estimate is now exceeded by nearly two million pounds.
In opening the fourth annual cancer conference Minister of Health Mr W Marr said Australia faces a definite rise in cancer mortality. The fight must continue until the rate stabilizes. More than 70 doctors from Australia and New Zealand attended the gathering.
The quarrel between hotel employees and the Licensed Victuallers Association flared again as last Christmas wage cuts expired. Employers announced plans to reimpose the 1/6 reduction and demand restoration to July wage levels after a conference proved abortive.
Three men arrested after an alleged cigarette paper smuggling attempt appeared at the Central Court. Edward Levi tobacco shop manager fined £75 for unlawfully possessing 2,400 duty unpaid cigarette papers. Arthur Rees greaser on the liner Monowal fined £75 for smuggling 600 cartons valued at £335. Thomas Murphy fined £10 for conveying the goods.
MEDBOURNE Wednesday report that a Women Teachers' Association deputation sought relief from salary reductions and other grievances. The Minister of Education said the Cabinet finance-sub-committee was not satisfied that supplementary economies had been made and would pursue further cuts. He noted reductions must continue until the position of primary producers improves.
Unemployed registrations in Melbourne this week were 27 473 compared with 44 439 in July 1932. The country also reports a decline with January registrations at 13 459 versus 18 414 three months earlier. The reduction is said to result mainly from removing persons who refuse work.
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