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Newspaper

Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 06, 1931

Page

1

Uproar in Federal Parliament over Theodore speech in Canberra

Report from Canberra says the House of Representatives erupted when Mr Theodore rose to speak after Mr Scullin announced the new Ministry. The Prime Minister faced a challenge from Mr J G Latham over a no confidence motion, with the Speaker briefly naming Mr Bayley. The public note mentions staff telegrams and party consultations as preparations for tomorrow’s debate. The Auditor General’s annual report criticises general exemptions and child allowances, urging big relief while noting 80 percent of adult wage earners do not pay income tax. Pension costs total about £20 million a year, consuming a large share of Commonwealth revenue.

Canberra House of Representatives Scallin Theodore Auditor-General Rrutty

Sharing the Burden in a Time of Growth

A vast field of potential revenue emerges as communities seek to expand income streams. Officials urge collective effort to unlock 15 areas of untapped opportunity, stressing unity and prudent planning to drive regional prosperity.

Canberra

Government approves half yearly motor registration payments

The Government rejected the Automobile Association request for quarterly motor registration fees for the current year but approved half yearly instalments. Advice to this effect was received this afternoon from the Premier via Mr Huad of the BLP.

Adelaide The Automobile Association Huad

Burned to Death in Back Yard Fire

Herbert Challis aged 50 from Willoughby died in hospital after a backyard blaze. Challis had been in poor health for some time and was found by his wife in distressing conditions, with reports describing a severe fire and patrol attendance.

Sydnoy Herbert Challis O Willoughby Challs Nis

Melbourne race reshuffle lowers field for Australian Cup

Mary Boa failed to pull in the veil and did not start at Flemington yesterday. She was taken out of the Australian Cup today, leaving the field with 70 entrants and 24 remaining horses.

Melbourne Mary Boa Veil Ation Flemington Esterday

Melbourne burning accident claims Mrs MaBrine

A Melbourne woman Mrs W MaBrine aged 37 suffered fatal injuries yesterday when methylated spirits ignited as she was cleaning a mattress at home. The incident occurred Thursday leaving authorities to investigate the blaze and its circumstances.

Melbourne W. MaBrine

Lang outlines policy to Assembly on overseas bondholders

Sydney reports Premier J T Lang told the Legislative Assembly that a measure could be introduced within days to withhold interest from overseas bondholders and reduce interest rates for Australian bondholders. The government has followed a carefully considered plan for months.

Sydney Legislative Assembly J.T. Lang

Yarram Court hears attack on employer charge reduced

Four youths named Walter Luckman faced Yarram Court on a charge of having attempted to murder their former employer Leslie Norton at Alberton on February 8. The charge was reduced to grievous bodily harm. Accused pleaded not guilty and was committed for trial. The court heard Luckman attacked Norton for being dismissed.

Melbourne Walter Luckman Yarram Court Leslie Norton Alberton Luckman Norton

Barrier Team to Play Reform Match in Adelaide

On Saturday the Barrier team will motor 10 Adelaide to face the Nixzas side, after their recent Pirie outing. The match, set for Sacred Heart College final, features captain McGormack and a lineup including L B Pwet, A J Basson, V Leahey, J Candoy, W Scott, Prindiville, Hana, and several others. The rival roster lists Jonata, Tahiti, Lai Hascks, Grif, See Reaie, and Hurst among its players.

Barrier Miotor Adelaide Nixzas Pirie Sacred Heart McGormack L. B. Pwet A. J. Basson V. Leahey J. M. Candoy W. Scott Prindiville J. W. Hana

Solomontown swimming meets draw seventy entrants

Secretary Mr Swenson of the Solomontowa Amateur Swimming Club reports seventy entrants for the Solomontown event including swimmers from Wallaroo and Spalding Ravenan head received for the first swim through Solomontown. Forty take place on Saturday afternoon with an evening dance to follow at Start Hall Solomontown.

Thes Solomontowa Amateur Swimming Ch Swensson Wallaroo Spalding Ravenan Solomiontown Hal Solomontown

WAGE REDUCTION IN MEAT INDUSTRY ARBITRATION

In arbitration court the union opposed a ten percent cut in meat industry wages. James argued industry prosperity with more butchers and higher pay, while Victorian employers objected to wage parity. The court weighed victimisation risks and noted uneven price effects across states. The decision, to be delivered later, considered broader impacts on employment and retail prices.

Melbourne James Arbitration Court Australia Tany Stanley Lewis Vic ‘Torian Tubl Dethridge South Australia Victoria Wricht Lewa Pripes Janice Beehy Jude Drake-Brockman Deforage P. Sheehan New Southes Lewis Wartisr Tnree Balaner W. Sl Kimpton Kumpton ‘and Sons Canada America

Change for Better in World Financial Affairs

In World Financial Affairs on Thursday expert Mel lopine notes a change for the better. Mr Hl Teare, father of Australian Banking Currency and Exchange, supports the view of overseas experts. After surveying facts he says banking conditions have improved though much work remains and stock exchange movements confirm improvement despite government failures.

Mellopine Deller Hl. ‘Teare Curerency and Exchange Stock Exchange Movement

Adelaide Metal Markets Report from London Exchange

Commercial roundup from Adelaide notes March A quotations in London Metal Exchange listings. Copper prices show standard and spot figures with forward shifts for three and six months, including ingot shipments this month and next. Lead tin and silver prices are given with cash and forward terms, reflecting light market activity and minor shifts in forward curves.

Adelaide Australian Miney and Metala Association London Metal Exchange Tore Sar Ward Guace

Elwood Murder Case Ends with Prosequi Entered

The Crown Law Department announced a prosequi in the Elwood murder case of Mary Dean, author Adam Graham cleared. Graham had been committed for trial on November 24 and released on bail. no further action was planned as the coroner set bail.

Melbourne Crown Law Department Tole Adam Graham Oronve Mary Dean Elwownd Graham P. C. Tully Ortham

Scarlet Woman murder case shocks New York society

Reports from New York recount a sensational murder case dubbed the Scarlet Woman. Julia Hughes died from neck and head wounds after an axe attack. John Bate, nearby, lies critically injured. Police seek clues as sixteen witnesses testify before a grand jury.

Cesenoge Julia Hughes John Bate Lily Faye Sonu Miers Thersiain New York

Prophet Arises and World Climax in Four Years

Fragmented OCR presents a speculative debate about earth shape and a predicted world crisis. It cites individuals like Vatlen and references a sun centered view. The text hints at a 1998 climax with Europe facing invasion and global upheaval.

Donatta Amon Sealist Tueves Gis Juetavin Germany Vali Howbeamer Woah Sands Nim Wubur Vatlen Alwys Amd Ang Russia Europe

Steamer Hororata Sets Record With Pulverised Coal Run

The steamer Hororata arrived in Port yesterday after a 12 300 mile voyage of 40 days using pulverised coal. Powered by a plant installed by Lilley Weir Co the ship averaged 4+ knots Britain to the Cape then to Pire with coal efficiency claims. Representatives T Bruce and E J Denny of Mawden Buell Company observed a highly satisfactory system performance.

Prin Lilley, Weir & C Aerorata Britain Cape Pire Hororata Mosars T. Bruce E. J. Denny Mawden Buell Company

Fatal Experiment Claims Young Porter Hanged In Error

In London a young porter named Francis Join Elis aged 19 died by hanging in what authorities ruled an accidental death following a supposed test of self harm methods. The incident occurred at a workspace where Elis assisted Frank Walker, and investigators concluded the rope and towel setup caused the misadventure. A verdict of accidental death was returned.

United Service London Frank Walker Francis Join Elis Game Brides

Late Dame Melba and Lindrum in memorial service

Local service reports a tribute to Dame Nellie Melba and Walter Lindrum with memorial observances in London and Melbourne. The text notes a March 30 trial match in Birmingham, a large memorial attendance, and references Australia figures, dates, and venues surrounding the Anglo Australian concert and sports memorials.

Losdon Walter Lindam Wit Tiemineham Teginning Unitea Service London Bony Sincel

Five Day Polar Flight Plan Revealed

New York reports an ambitious five day polar flight expedition by Graf Zeppelin. Dr Rekener, recently returned from Germany, plans to finance the project and fly over the polar region, aiming to pass near notable landmarks and towns in the journey.

Lonited Servier New York Westnerty Graf Zeppeln Rekener Camimaniter Gerasnus Sam Grad Peana Joseph Ated Nicholas Fond

Secret Miami wedding linked to swimming champion

An obscure notice reports a chance meeting during a swim leading to a secret marriage between Jonny Wolsmullen, an American sprinting champion, and Mise Bobbie Waist, a show performer, in Miami on a Wednesday.

United Services Miami Wedneades Jonny Wolsmullen Steimming Mise Bobbie Waist

Electrical Trades Union Calls Special Melbourne Meeting

The Electrical Trades Union in Victoria has summoned a special meeting to discuss a statewide stoppage in protest against a 40 percent cut. The plan aims to mobilize the whole organisation across the state as the dispute escalates.

Melbourne The Electrical Trades Union Bex Im Victoria

King of Jazz at AUSTRAL THEATRE Shines With Dawn Song

Universal's King of Jazz features John Boles in The Song of the Dawn with the cowboy chorus. The number, created by John Murray Anderson, showcases Boles's vocal talent amid a dawn setting. A shoppers matinee may screen at 11 if enough interest exists.

Universal Paul Whitman John Boles Boles Mitton Ager Jack Yellen Pint Whiteman Pat John Murray Anderson

New City Bridge Officially Opened on Torrens

The new bridge over the River Torrens was officially opened at noon by the Governor. The £65,000 structure drew more than 8000 people as witnesses to the ceremony and the design was praised as a landmark spanning the river for generations.

Adelaide Torrens

Holden's Ltd to merge with Holden Motor Body Builders

Extraordinary meeting of shareholders of Holden's Motor Body Builders Ltd discusses fusion with Holden's Ltd and the proposed sale of business underwrite. Plans show cash payments to liquidators and preference share adjustments, with cautious outlook on profits and national price effects.

Intrest Peng Aiiressine Whi Hol Dun’s Motor Mody Builders, Ltd Tetera! Moines Wasdin 4. W. Holden iAnnie Nolden's Valden Ela Cuinuial Niures Sin Rovers Holton

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MR Theodore Bayley Netientist Queensland Sculin Theodace H. S. Galete Gallett J. G. Latham Scullin Messrs Beasley Eldridge Ree Duno Lazsarini Miele ALP Seulin East Sydney Campatent Long Mala Gamnet Pronteim Pyea East Sydney Ramp Janerome Fang Save Avoit-General Donm Vir MR Lang Bays Auditor-General Marfier Hotel W “Nizzar Jans Fooay Sam Baturray Meat Industry Cut Via World Financial Affairs Commercial Metal Markets Elwood Orenpedl Hs Patie Vonant Kayford Ernest Geulia Young Porter Dame Melba Walter Lindrum Newman Zeppelin Austral Theatre New City Bridge Holden's Ltd General Motors, Pty Prests’ Limited
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