05 Mar 1947
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 05, 1947
Page
1
The Federal Parliamentary Labor Party approved a new tax plan with a July 1 start for a £33 million income tax and social services contribution reduction. It includes raised dependent rebates, higher allowances for families, and a gradual, capped rate rise to fund the relief.
The Times reports Britain and Australia seek a peace settlement with Japan. The article notes that ending the occupation could curb the spread of democratic ideals and foster responsibility and cooperation among democratic nations, aligning with Australian minister Dev Evart's views.
A government statement says misrepresentations by the Jewish Agency and Yishuv prompted concessions after 15 000 quotas from the 1918 White Paper were exhausted. About 200 immigrants already in destination states were admitted. Maj Gen R N Gale, Tel Aviv Military Governor, warned the Jewish community that his command would not tolerate noncompliance as civil powers shift to military authority.
Sydney harbor paralysed as wharf labourers strike over pay. Fourteen private vessels idle and several more tied up as ground crew refuse work after a man declined to labor. The halt began today and affects overseas trade and local shipping.
A British plan invites housewives to volunteer as part time nurses to alleviate hospital staffing. Early responses show enthusiasm. many women sign up for short shifts to aid overburdened facilities. The program aims to expand nursing capacity through flexible domestic workers amid ongoing health service pressures.
In Athens the Greek organization EAM announced plans to protest U S financial and military aid to Greece to the United States Embassy Congress and United Nations. It denounced Western funding as sustaining an anti democratic regime and civil war. A Reuters report quoted the Public Order Minister claiming Greek troops faced a veritable catastrophe amid about 1 000 guerrillas in Macedonia.
An explosion at the 9 Glen Osmond quarry in Adelaide crushed Alma and wounded a second man. Dennis Steno aged 52 of Parkside South died. Albert Clarence Byrne aged 52 of Mitcham sustained concussion and a fractured leg as about 600 tons of rock fell from the quarry face.
Large groups described as refugees occupied stationary coaches in the Pirie South yards after a belduo incident among passengers traveling from Kalgoorlie to Adelaide. Rail authorities held trains for an all clear, while travelers used dining rooms and slept in compartments awaiting transport to Melbourne.
Mr dulius Kruttichnite, chairman of Mount Tet Mines Ltd, receives the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy Medal for 1046 recognizing his mining development work in Australis and New Guinea, notably at Mount Iss Queensland. Several mining staff prepare for overseas trips to America and Canada, while local personnel changes and hospital ward updates are noted for Pirie.
Captain W J Wilkins aboard the Fort La Tour reports Britain’s food crisis and rationing impact. He notes rabbits costing 2/9 in England, butter in Australia seeming meager, and bread rationing forcing diners to skip courses. Vegetables are scarce in cities, old age pensioners suffer, and tin foods are limited under a strict points system. He praises proper labeling for Australian food sent under the Food for British appeal and describes distribution via town halls.
Pirie residents contributed to the Fund for Britain, with latest totals showing £2813 6d due after recent donations. Notables Mrs LC Lewis and Mrs AG McInerney were listed among contributors, while Mrs W G Harsleth and Mrs Bastin visited for Basil Willeveks wedding before returning home.
Grief rose as nine infant corpses including twins were found at a suburban undertaker over the weekend. Police said one body may have been there since 1941 and are checking records to determine if the baths were registered.
Broken Hill records show a teacher forced to depart after receiving pay and living costs described as double his salary. The article notes his struggle to afford housing and meals while caring for three children, with immigration authorities or local officials reportedly arranging a tougher accommodation situation and possible relocation. A delegate named Travis Vinton is cited discussing potential impacts on nearby towns.
Ernest Henry Chivell a 40 year old refrigeration engineer of Pirie West was remanded for sentence on three counts of indecent assault after pleading guilty. Mr S J Warren appeared for the defendant before Mr Justice Mayo at the Adelaide Criminal Court.
The report outlines today’s lighting timings and sunrise, with high and low temperatures noted for yesterday and the coming day. It predicts clearing showers mainly in the south and southeast, cooler in the evening then gradually warmer. Winds are from the south to southeast with slight to moderate seas offshore.
Rain disrupted the first night trotting meeting in five years at Memorial Oval run by Pirie Racing and Trotting Club. Mise Cua won the Milnes Handicap by a nose as six contenders raced under electric lights in front of about 1,000 spectators. Miss Cliff led early and edged Betty's Echo in a tight finish, Admirer's Child fading late. Barunga Lass won the Smetters Handicap, with Miss Cliff securing earlier victories for trainer Frank Smith.
Gordon Herbert of Laura and Stewart Harris of Westley Strout Pirie West pleaded guilty to driving unregistered and uninsured vehicles. Herbert was fined 20 pounds reduced to 5 with costs and licence suspended one month. Harris was fined 20 pounds plus costs with licence suspended three months. Magistrate lamented the extreme penalty as required by law unless special circumstances could be shown. Prosecutor noted the vehicle hire and shifting circumstances surrounding the incident.
In Broken Hill on Tuesday the unimproved capital value of Barrier Winns was fixed at £96,153, marking a rise from the prior year. Town clerk Mr Crowley reported the valuation, based on output from New Broken Hill Consolidated Ltd, did not exceed the previous valuation for its properties. Other mine valuations listed were Zim Corporation Ltd £390,807 Broken Hill South Ltd £? North Broken Hill Ltd £628.
The Waterside branch of the Waterside Workers Federation holds its annual Crystal Brook picnic with athletic sports and attractions from prewar outings. A special train departs Ellen Street at 9:15 and Pirie Junction at 9:33 with facilities for prams and pushers and free hot water. Luncheon and afternoon events include fruit and ice cream for youths, with separate sports for women and children.
At normal consumption the incoming stock should assure ample gas supplies until Saturday week. Pirie depot had coal for production until tomorrow night only. Consumption rose during the current coal spell, prompting caution over ongoing supply.
Sydney reports fast falling wickets as rainless conditions yield a brisk start. Seven to Wight and four to McCool lead the opponents, with an interesting finish expected as the Fourth Test progresses.
A cluttered report blends Kadina trotting results with a cricket summary. It highlights McCool's four for 32 in England, Hamence's 30 not out on Test debut, and stumps scores across innings, with multiple named players and dividends listed in a dense, match-brief style.
The fragment notes a St John Nurses roster with Saturday events at Pirie and a waterside workers' picnic. It mentions Lady Div. Supt VM Gill and Lady Amb-O8 G. Vass, cycling and swimming activities, and evening writtings. Sunday includes a swimming rival with Sister Viney and cadets, plus Ko McNamara and cadets. Additional members are asked to attend Sunday morning and afternoon.
Yu Parveen and L Hansen lead a Commonwealth quiz broadcast on Monday week as part of the hie championship. Other competitors include R Merritt FH Gawson BOG Hendri P Broke HU and Sparen Port Augusta with My FW Howell Broken Hill as reserve.
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