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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 04, 1933
Page
1
Shanghai dispatch reports rapid Japanese gains in Jehol as 30 000 Chinese troops at Lingyuan surrender. Chinese loyalists retreat under Japanese pursuit while air strikes and bombed roads hamper reinforcements. If Chang Hsueh Liang resists, Chengte may fall swiftly before a Great Wall retreat.
Workers described how wages met or failed to meet expenses in the basic wage inquiry of the Industrial Court. Roy Olver Cromwell etc faced questions on fortnightly earnings of about £6 4s 9d and rising living costs, with rent arrears and varied expenditures over several fortnights. A mother witness showed substantial outlays with little provision for rent WALGD and COUNAIL rates, while an insurance policy aimed to save the family from poverty. Mr. W. B. Kelly urged the gravity of debt in life versus burial costs.
In today’s Newmarket action the Waltzing Liy horse enjoys wide support across multiple quarters. Fans and analysts forecast strong form as race day approaches with betting markets showing notable confidence.
Melbourne reports the Victorian racing board disqualified trainer James Triskets, bookmaker Victor Sewhouse, and W. Foulsham for 13 months amid alleged improprieties linked to the Golden Lullaby Welter Handicap at Moonee Valley in February. Appeals are expected.
Sydney reports a special meeting of the Australia Jockey Club committees to hear Bush Melody disqualification appeals. Twelve month penalties were imposed, F Tickey’s appeal was dismissed, P Nolan’s was dismissed, while owner B Woolton’s appeal on behalf of Bush Melody was upheld.
In warm Melbourne weather England and Victoria played a brisk match. Maurice Tate scored 94 not out, W Hammond made 87 in two overs, and Sutcliffe showed steady batting. Attendance reached 40,070 with gate receipts of £464. England 1st Innings: Wratt to Ebeline etc.
Residents were awakened by a severe earthquake centered 265 miles north of Tokyo. Kamaishi reports at least 300 dead and 200 missing. Two thousand houses destroyed by the quake and a tidal wave. other areas suffer only slight damage.
Record from Sydney observatory notes a severe quake in Japan. The squatte event lasted four hours and was logged by the selumograph today.
William Ernest Turner a 51 year old share broker of Wayville was jailed for 15 months by Justice Piper after admitting to misappropriating about 8605 from the named women on or about June 9 1994. The court noted his honorable life but found dishonesty in the acts and urged reform.
In New York and 17 other states confidence sags as lawmakers propose relief. Observers note funds moved abroad and hoarding of cash, signaling a severe financial crisis. Public morale declines as indications of a banking panic spread.
London reports a special cable story describing a rail disaster at Tyrone Ulster where a train wrecked after allegedly being sped at over forty miles an hour. The incident injured about 20 passengers as the engine and carriages plunged down an embankment. Strikers are alleged to be involved according to witnesses.
A Polar bear at Adelaide Zoo dies in its sleep after 26 years in captivity following a fatal incident where a keeper was killed by a bear while attempting to retrieve a hose. The zoo reports another Polar bear remains, and notes bears have long lifespans with the oldest recorded at London.
The Ambassador Dance Club hosts its second 1083 season event tonight at the Parish Wall. The Kommities promise attractions to ensure a strong, lively evening led by Adelaide's saxophone chart specialist Albie Woollitt. New members join the club as the band delivers snappy rhythms and a fresh lineup.
A mishap near Grafton caused a long goods train to topple into an embankment, delaying traffic for some time. Fifteen loaded trucks toppled from the embankment while the Brisbane express passengers were transhipped, disrupting services near Grafton.
Mindsy Misara TP Howard and Angell Wero tonent retypuiated employas represent their Board of Industry by the Prades Union Gounell. Eight others were nominated but withdrew to protest the necessity for a vote.
Stanley Arthur Webb, a roadmass son employed by the New Guinea Administration, claimed from a custodian 4500 in remission of fund to purchase a New Guinea plantation. He alleged he bought a stor 21,000 and the island off Manus described on a metal tape as good copra land. The custodian denied misrepresentation and adjourned the hearing after Webb agreed to accept possession terms.
The Melbourne wheat interests conference urged the government to appoint a powerful federal committee to manage all wheat industry matters. Topics included internal pricing, tariff aid, cost reductions, and growers' finances. A bulk handling plan was approved, while a slavilation scheme similar to South Australia’s Wheatgrowers’ Association was rejected.
Berlin reports quote Herr Hitler denying Nazi responsibility for the Reichstag fire as foreign press hints at a pretext for war against communists and socialists. Goering’s claim that communist motives spurred action is noted amid repairs and reassembly plans for the Reichstag.
The coastal steamer Kinchella went ashore while entering Port Macquarie today. It is expected to be refloated at high tide around midnight. Local authorities report no serious injuries and vessels are assisting with the incident.
A London report says a plan to settle 40 000 families overseas within ten years would use chartered companies to move them free of government control at about 4 300 pounds each, totaling roughly 10 000 000 pounds, explained to the Parliamentary inquiry by Mr St Clare Grandong of Melbourne.
Aimee Belle Edals, a Sydney society figure, was brought from Long Bay Gaol to Bankrupt Court for further examination. She denied recalling the sum of £54,630 for 1927. The Official Receiver charged her with contempt of court for failing to file documents. she sought an apology, but the Registrar refused, and she was sent back to prison.
Morning and evening services planned with Rev. L Pleass conducting the morning at Central Church. Miss Williamson and Miss McKinnon to sing. Evening service led by the pastor with the Harvest Principle as subject. Recitation by Miss Dillon Sims. Milnes and Mitchell to preach at Central Church. Choir to sing Alpha and Omega. Mrs Moegotts Willender to sing The Redeption Song. Morning service conducted by Mr g L Mitchell. evening by Mr J Palmear.
Morning service at Solomontown Sacrament follows with anthem by the choir. Evening sermon by Mr Ten Barper at Youngen's Chotetlan Association. Choir to sing Come, Wind a of God. Risdon Park services led by Mr H Y Inglis in morning and Rey Goldsworthy in evening with choir singing Thou Openest Thine Hand.
Rev L Asser conducts both morning and evening services at Central Ruptleh Church with choir and soloists. Morning anthem "And God Swit Let the Euniht" features A Manser and Asear. Evening program includes "Praise the Lord O Jerusalem" with T Lloyd and others, and multiple hymns. A harvest social follows Monday with Rev Ly Plows speaking and supper. Pirie South Me and Telowie services led by W J Odgers RHUL and H Lungsfond respectively.
A concise reflection argues that true greatness cannot be claimed by boasting or self promotion. It suggests humility as the mark of genuine stature and warns against vanity or presumption.
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