09 Mar 1926
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 09, 1926
Page
1
A chaotic account of a murder trial unfolds with mangled names and details. The judge and counsel address the jury as testimonies reference Miss Henke Miss Commons and Miss Galuiments amid confusion. The narrative notes a death and unclear motives with witnesses unclear and uncertain outcomes.
Adelaid e waterside workers refuse overtime on Friday delaying ships Wanlaga Kapara and Vilea sailing to Spencer Gulf ports this afternoon. Port Pirie port discharge expected for the Vil ea as debate continues. A meeting at Port Adelaide aimed to settle the matter tonight with Labor presiding.
Sugar supplies arrive at Port Adelaide from Glanville by Kowarrn Karol aboard a vessel on Saturday. The cargo aims to meet demands of the Sugar Refining Company at Nivile and should cover needs for more than three weeks. Company expects new works to finish by the end of the year despite rumors.
A brief local notice advertising an open event at Joylant with free admission. The message invites JOYLANT patrons to attend for entertainment and suggests a carefree social gathering without costs.
The article notes Australian sixteen and Allied figures pursuing two way wireless communication between Britain and America. It reports early experiments in transoceanic telephone service as promising but not ready for public use. Commercial services to Australia and the Far East hinge on the success of ongoing trials and future funding.
Melbourne hosts civic farewell for the Australian cricket team with Lord Mayor and officials praising their prestige and friendship bonds. Leaders express confidence the team will return with trophies and uphold sportspersonship while spectators cheer along Spencer Street and Adelaide Express.
Fragmented OCR reports show temperatures and readings from 1925 26 summer including various degrees and dates. Mentions December January February months and multiple readings, with unclear person or location identifiers.
The Sydney union expelled several members amid a contested purge tied to policy and leadership. The expulsions were announced by the federation and are expected to be challenged in court or internal appeals as affected parties seek reinstatement.
Mr Thomas Newbound and his wife from Conighaut narrowly escaped a collision when the engine of a Nix motor car stalled on a railway crossing at Marion Road Brighton at 9 o clock last night. The car collided and was wrecked beyond repair, dragged about 200 yards along the line. The couple, insured, survived without injury. A departmental inquiry is underway to determine the cause of the collision.
In Sydney a meeting was held to discuss endorsements for Mr McTiernan and Premier McTiernan’s mission. The Premier has commissioned McTiernan, while discussions referenced representations to the Governor amid pleas over appointments to the Dp House.
The sale at Newmarket saw Melboline and Gnehol pass through bids with Wily selling for 700 quids to EB Hy. An auction record shows strong interest in thoroughbred stock.
A historical catalog fragment shows Black Patent One Bar Shoes and Flapper Heels in gas tan and champagne colors with stitching details. Also listed are 58 inch extra heavy black Italian cloth, 38 inch cotton georgettes in colors, Brown Turkish towels, white calico, white twill sheeting, and 36 inch window holland, with prices per yard or piece.
Fragmentary text references a Hobart judge Hinting and a national player with 45 percent interior figures. Mentions Australia, ashes, and potential gains but lacks coherent events or full entities.
The Austral Theatre screens He Who Gets Slapped with John Cowary Nora Gillen and Tully Marshall in a charged stage portrayal. audiences savor a vivid drama amid a bustling circus setting and strong performances.
The Alhambra Theatre presents a dramatic production of East Lynne with Miss Duggan in the lead and Henry Wu’s company supplying support. Cast includes Mie Lewis Arreatros James Ralston Barbara Anderson and Morris Webley. The event is directed by Le Women and supported by Pranel’s Marble Works with tickets reservable.
Harold Lines ADELMEE, laborer, charged today with murdering Walter Wilton Deane on February 15. He was remanded in custody. Another incident notes Jeanes struck from behind leaving Ned Lion Hotel February 18, later died at Allelan Hospital. The report mentions alleged injuries and a related assault.
Crowds fill the Joyland open nights as the carnival season draws near. The theater company shows colorful games and a lively show drawing joy to visitors with lights music and humor. Admission is free and crowds praise the festive atmosphere for two hours of merry entertainment.
At a meeting in Pitie Town last night Mayor J G Filagerald reported he and the Town Clerk interviewed the Superintendent of the Smelters. They discussed operating half time with a possible quarter time at the Stackers, to avoid job losses and inform ratepayers. The mayor hoped details would be provided before June, with a plan to carry on at reduced pressure if needed.
In Sydney this afternoon Minister for Justice announced a confidential report on a prison mutiny at Parmamatte. It states that several inmates disobeyed orders and caused unrest. Some guards were injured, with one warder sustaining bruises during the incident.
A letter from Mutts post master Alleuurch in Alice Springs details extreme drought and heat across central Australia. He cites a fierce wind storm, bedding blown away, and a spell of record high temperatures in February with readings around 105 to 109 degrees and a 22 point sudden rainfall at one station. Charlotte Waters also reports torpid heat, with February temperatures averaging over 100 degrees in the early 1900s context.
Disquieting report from Welbourne shows government meteorologist Mr Hank stating there is no immediate prospect of rain. Across many country districts supplies are critically short with the River Murray at record low levels.
Randwick racing notes reveal Doanaster and Sydney Cup weights released for April 3 and April 15. Top Gallant leads Doncaster weights at 10.7 with The Night Patrol 10.3 and Heroic 10.2 while other runners such as Whit fier Hed Gauntie Pantheon and Manfred trail. Sydney Cup top weights include Pilliewinkle 9.13 Eastern Monarch 9.2 Lilypand 9.9 Heroic 9.7 Cont Vor 9.6 and Pantheon 9.2 with David and Sprattell 9.4 Banker 9.2.
Sydney police court heard a bigamy charge against a woman named Lieehaies. The case involved evidence of an alleged marriage to a man not her husband, with witness accounts and references to past marriages and possible fatal outcomes. The proceedings discussed the validity of the second marriage and the legitimacy of claimed relationships as the court weighed the evidence.
In a garbled market list Monty Avelaiue notes varied produce for sale. Apples cooking 3/10, Pears 4, Grapes, peaches and oranges listed with prices and quantities. Cabbages and beans also appear with dozen or bushel measures, indicating a bustling fruit and vegetable market likely listing typical bargains.
A published list shows alleged unsecured creditors of Lee White and Guy Smith, vaudeville stars, largely in England, with suits for clothes, cats, shoes, mercery, and wardrobe. Total liabilities amount to £7414 with assets listed as nil.
A mangled OCR passage references Melbourne figures, authorities, and punishment themes. It hints at a public notice style discussion of a punishment or moral standard, mentioning Hirst English year and a controversial stance on impiety and reward. The text is unreadable in parts, with broken names and phrases.
Fragmented OCR text lists names, dates, and entities such as Subshide Corporation and Sulphite Corp. It mentions districts, bidders, and a sale, with scattered references to municipal notices and corporate details. The legible items suggest a bulletin of local finance and industry, but specifics are unclear.
A divorce case in Sydney stalled as Clark and Mrs Dalton clash over evidence. Dalton claims two married Clarks conspired with a spouse. Mrs Gluck disputes Dalton's testimony as to Mrs Dalton's statements. The hearing was adjourned with unresolved accusations of misconduct.
An evangelist named Gipsy Emith arrived in Melbourne on the East West express. About 3000 locals greeted him at Spencer Street station indicating strong interest in his visit and activities.
In Sydney, Eden Monaro voting results show Me Porkitts a Nationalist leading with a small majority. Mr Morgum trails by about 6 364 votes with around 500 ballots remaining. Early figures indicate Porkitts ahead by a slim margin as final tallies near.
London dispatch reports mixed signals as American ambassadors depart for Washington amid a widening Turk of opinion on the League. German pressure grows while Briand falls. delegates from Britain France Belgium Germany and Italy converge, shaping Spain Britain and Yrasne admissions and a German entry plan.
The Surveyor notes road works including tar dressing on Ellen Florence and Alexander streets and the Terrace approach. Water tables cleaned. Dorothy Street path forming. drift sand cleared from Three Cale road and Ivy street. 80 yards of maier's screened. 407 yards stoma rafted. Electrical: Seven new connections. eight poles needed. costs listed. lighting at Best End deemed uneconomical. Maintenance ongoing in all wards.
Sydney reports Geoffrey Wentworth, 35, once private secretary to Winston Churchill and two Tasmanian governors, faced charges at Darlinghults Sessions for allegedly forging a postal order to obtain nine cheques. The Crown contended a forged Robert Reid Lll official paper ordered delivery to a private box. Wentworth denied the charge and was acquitted and discharged. Brightness marks Joyland's popularity as ads promise evening hours and festive atmosphere.
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