08 Mar 1921
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 08, 1921
Page
1
A Sunday dispatch details fear of pogroms and revolutionary activity in Russia and Sweden. Reports claim the Soviet set up a new assembly, peasants face upheaval, and the government suppresses unrest while authorities seize areas in Petrograd and bolster military control.
A terse notice states that all members of the Stamps and Swin-Club are summoned next Wednesday for a meeting at Burward with General Secretary. The fragmentary text emphasizes attendance and organizational leadership.
A historical note outlines why workers who had joined a strike choose to return to employment. It examines economic pressures, promises of improved conditions, and practical realities guiding individuals to resume duties despite earlier collective action.
Yesterday registrations opened as employers and workers remain in dispute after a December 15 stoppage at Iron Knob and Whyalts. Negotiations continued for weeks with many workers anxious, a telegram from Harald Goods and confirmation by A W Lacey indicate more layoffs and potential widespread action this week. Upwards of 60 workers may be required by the company, with a morning meeting planned and a likely mass walkout across the gulf. Details from Mr Lagoy and Mr Lacey point to further actions in the coming hours.
In the Laura district flood, property owners faced substantial losses amounting to thousands of pounds as water damage and rising repair costs strain residents and local authorities. The report highlights affected homes, insurance challenges, and calls for relief measures.
A severe flood event near Laura caused by Pine Creek and Rocky River overflow damaged embankments, bridges, and properties. Residents, workers, and officials reported losses, with emergency sandbagging and rapid repair efforts underway to protect the town and restore flood-protection works.
In Melbourne on Monday Thomas Pierce continued his appeal against a 12 year prison term for manslaughter. He argues the jury verdict was against the evidence and claims the Crown may seek a longer sentence if leave to appeal is granted. The court dismissed Pierce's application.
Sydney Munir reports a proposal to raise milk prices for consumers, backed by Wishieuburs. Judge Beely refused the application, saying he would not be intimidated by local sessions or press reports. The Times note clarified opinions not those of The Times.
A special meeting discussed borrowing £15000 with property owners eligible to vote. Mayor J B Jenkins and council members urged prompt polling within eight days, while officials outlined polling locations and the process for determining voter eligibility and returns.
A town meeting full of ratepayers approved a proposal to levy a special penny rate to fund a 4600 annual interest and principal instalment for a 45000 loan over 12 years. Officials stressed road and footpath repair needs, a municipal quarry and crusher plant, and job relief, with a poll set for March 12.
Cyril Bidenottom of Bank of New Zealand faced city court today charged with stealing £2439 from the bank. Detectives reported two men robbed a St Kilda house, taking £1800 at gunpoint after a race meeting and bets. Sidebottom allegedly accepted large sums for the crime, including £400 and £2900 in various shares.
A fragmented ad notes dentist Barker on Alexander Street offering services in Witogi Ja gold and Pokvstala with implied promises of genuine care and guaranteed work. The readable text emphasizes trusted dental care in the affected area.
British war offices issue warnings for precautionary measures to protect depots as Europe debates reparations and peace. France Britain Germany seek conciliation but reparations talks falter. Germany argues against penalties, while both sides assert readiness and continued talks amid a tense landscape.
London dispatch reports Berlin defiance of Allied reparations talks. Reichstag met to hear Chancellor’s position amid London negotiations with London and Berlin correspondents noting the guarded stance of Herr Fehrenbach regarding von Hindenburg's instructions and funding commitments.
The Sunday Times reports Lloyd George may propose a method to collect an indemnity from Germany without harming allies. It suggests impounding 50 percent of German export payments to Allied nations and pooling for common use, with Germany reimbursing exporters through higher taxes. The German government would cover the increased costs by tax, shifting revenue to offset losses.
London Sunday reports an unexpectedly long meeting of the Supreme Council led by Mr. Lloyd George. The discussions centered on new German proposals with important developments anticipated, while the Times notes that all alternatives to Paris Conference decisions are impracticable and urges unity to avoid jeopardizing the future of the Allied cause.
The Daily News reports German proposals require retention of Upper Silesia and the abolition of all restrictions on German grade, with the plan presented as conditional. Prime terms hinge on territorial and systemic concessions amid ongoing postwar diplomacy.
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