03 Mar 1932
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 03, 1932
Page
1
Pirie community presses for a government concession to water gardens one day a week during March and April. Local business leader J A O'Dea supports the measure while noting inequities in water allowances for businesses and urging lawful restraint amid restrictions.
In Melbourne two groups of Finns halted the freighter Olovsborg laden with wheat for Shanghai. Three alleged ringleaders were arrested as crew forced the ship to stay, demanding double pay for sailing to a war zone. They faced Williamstown Court, remanded for a week before possible deportation.
In Sydney the Legislative Council debated the Insurance Deposits Bill, reintroduced after defeat on the casting vote. The opposition labeled the move a government trick as the proposal resurfaced amid tense exchanges.
A deputation to Acting Premier Mr T Tunnecliffe argued that families could stay off the streets this winter if relief was provided and evictions avoided. It proposed a plan giving the sustenance minister power to lease unoccupied houses as unemployed tenements.
Earth tremors rocked Rotorua today causing public alarm though no damage or injuries were reported. Local authorities urged calm as residents stayed indoors and energy supplies operated normally.
Helsinki reports an intensifying fascist threat as 1,000 police search for Lappist leaders planning a march on Helsinki. Government relies on 30,000 troops while civil guards number 200,000, with 39 tanks deployed to deter the action. Reports say Finland’s civil war has spread to Maenteala near the capital with 4,000 under arms and 20,000 more expected to join the march to establish a dictatorship.
New York report notes Britain repays 40 million pounds advanced by private banks to back the pound last August. Credit not due to expire until August, reflecting a brighter outlook and signs of economic recovery.
The Morning Post states that a budget surplus of at least £10,000 is now assured in London, with officials optimistic about the fiscal outlook and remaining months expected to reinforce the balance.
The 19 month old son of Colonel Charles Lindbergh was kidnapped from the Lindbergh home in Hopewell New Jersey tonight.
In Canberra the House of Representatives debated whether tobacco growers would receive compensation after policy changes. Prime Minister Lyons said primary producers faced hardship, while the Tariff Board’s report on the tobacco industry was tabled and will be discussed soon by Minister Gullett.
In Adelaide Senator Guthrie recalls 1903 death cert joke as he arrived today. He says he endured usual sensations of dying and asserts he is likely the only Australian with a certificate of his own death. He mentions a leg-claiming amputation from the operation.
Fragmentary wartime dispatch describes Chinese forces delaying a Japanese push toward Chapel defences. Reports say Chinese troops must rally quickly to prevent further Japanese occupation before nightfall as Japanese retreat before dawn but fear mines.
Two hotel rooms caught fire early today when an iron roof began to burn as occupants slept in night attire. The blaze caused more than £5,000 in damage to the hotel owned by Mr Ally Day. A man named Ireman was injured after falling from a ladder. A new building will be required.
Fresh Japanese troops massed under heavy smoke screens along the Yangtse River yesterday driving Chinese forces back five miles. At Klangwan they opened a broad offensive on the widest scale yet, catching Chinese troops unaware and causing heavy losses. Southern fronts saw Japanese charges under creeping barrages meet Chinese machine gun fire, while Chiang Kai-shek’s crack units held the second line as the first fell.
Japan informs the League of Nations it accepts the peace terms but warns troops in occupied areas cannot withdraw immediately. In Washington, officials express skepticism about peace prospects and oppose broader economic sanctions.
Clem Philips aged eight from Gumeracha was found sleeping last night after a ten day disappearance. He told relatives the well is the only place for him and planned to write home as soon as he landed Job.
A British National Committee of the International Chamber of Commerce warns that without rapid action to settle reparations and war debts the world economy will worsen, leading to widespread individual and national defaults and bankruptcies.
In Wales the Welsh Nationalist Party demanded the dragon flag fly atop Carnarvon Castle. Officials hoisted the Union Jack which was torn down by 50 students amid nationalist cheers. The flag was later rehoisted.
The South Australian branch of the Australian Labor Party seeks financial help from affiliated unions. It reports no funds to contest the by election and owes £250 from the federal election costs and £530 from the state election.
W J McCann announced he had not nominated for Country Party interests, vacating a seat after the death of P G Stewart. The resulting by election failed to occur due to an early general election.
In the House, Mr Harrison argues the Pimancia Act is necessary due to Mr Long's ruthless drive to smash capitalism in New South Wales. The remarks frame the bill as a response to ongoing economic challenges.
The Roseworthy inquiry ends as Mr. H Thomson for Mr. Birks argues evidence shows past punishment was harsh but not undue. Opposing counsel claims Principal John Birks showed temper and cruelty while denying widespread drunkenness or lax discipline at the college. Government counsel defends the authority of the college and government oversight.
Hon W J Dennys resolution asks Railways Commissioner to report on a suggestion from the Railway Officers Association that suburban trains might be abolished. The query signals potential cutbacks in local rail service and prompts official examination of the proposal.
After a scorching period, Pirie residents felt yesterday's heat with high readings. A coal southerly shift is predicted and cooler air is expected, following a relatively cool February.
Readable text shows a clearance listing with prices for men's athletic singlets shirts socks flannels and shirts, boys flannel pants and striped shirts, bath bathing V s, cretonnes, satin, ladies vest tops and car cambrics. Also includes sale per yard pricing and item codes.
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