Smelters Tragedy Details Fatal Belt Injury
A 31 year old married man William Patterson Buck died at the Smelting Works after a belt was pulled onto a pulley in the zinc department. The accident occurred while fixing a belt near the shafting and the belt dragged Buck into the shaft, causing fatal injuries. An inquest was held with witnesses describing the setup, the belt’s movement, and the sequence leading to Buck’s death. The coroner ruled death accidental with the belt acting as the cause. supervisor Leitch and others testified about safety procedures and the site condition.
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William Patterson ‘Buck
Swellon
Zinc
Lex
Lelteh
Otters
Charles Henry Wilsmore
Winlue
Pine and Pottery Department
Willsmore
Buck
French
Scott
Uy Blas, Company
Eugene Memon
Lihorer
Young Steeel
Solomontown
Newcastle New Siutlty
Charles
Wilbauorn
Luis Ther
Grii
Tim
Judeph Winter
Lin
Mune
Labor Problems and Proposed Industrial Councils
In London, Labor Minister Horne spoke on the Industrial Conference addressing stoppage hours wages and unemployment. He proposed a permanent industrial council to inform government and community on major industrial issues, including a supreme labor council in Britain and France, with calls to set a minimum wage and maximum hours.
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Losdon
London
Ministo
Horne
Dri- Tain
France
Two Pimble Lads Due To Day At Narriny
News arrives that Private H. F. Smith of the 37th Battalion and Private Anes Morrison of the 27th Battalion are running by the ten oclock train today to Narriny welcoming. A home welcome for Private Roy Darley was held at the Narriny Institute with speeches, music, and war trophies. The steamer Lanasfire carried about 120 returning South Australian soldiers to Semaphore to enter quarantine for about three days.
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H. 4. Smith
H. Smith
Anes Morrison
Thy
Biluuion
Muck
Maii
Pou
Solomontown
Roy Darley
Sim
Gr. Darley
Narrity Institute
UU. Satewell
H. E. Roberts
Burton
Frick
Rene
Doris Black
Phyl Claridge
Nita Dennis
Doreen Weston
Darley
Adelaide
Tly
Repatriation Arrangements For Australian Soldiers And Dependents
Hyde Doster reports on plans for repatriating Australian soldiers war workers and dependents. Details include provisions for children meals kitchens laundries nurseries games and toys aboard ship with a course at a welfare institute before embarkation. The aim is to provide comfort and valuable training for mothers during the voyage.
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London
Hyde Doster
Trudyking
Infant Welfare Institute
Government action urged for Mie district under new acts
On the motion of Drs. Hopkins and Goode the Government was asked through the new acts for Mie district. Proposals aimed at the erection of the proposed solution ward and wages for horse drivers were reviewed. A conference in Adelaide between employers and employees failed to accept a reasonable offer. The matter may be referred to a judge and a compulsory conference could be arranged to prevent trade disruption.
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Aw.u. A
Adelaide
Art. J. Oruluiv
Ganamtter
Sturday
oMerr
Lowe
Netti
Flinders Gyele Chih
Valsal
Talen Nenelusion
Meiko M. Hristoyus
Maine
J. 4. Ualighan
Tun
Pot Mine Poolball Association
J. W Warnard
YMCA
Usuat
Olive Wilton
A. Morgan
Ellen Street
Suuurdas
Avil 5
Hs.a
Hirad Leat
Pe Hh Gren
Gonreca
Onal
Buningas
Solomontown
Jonee
Ealomantawn
Drs. Hopkins and
Goode
Young Street
Hopkins
Pasede
Lertenes
Death by Belt Shafting At Factory A Fatal Inquiry
A worker died after a belt became fouled on a shaft at the factory. Harry Hendrin and Harry Stannix testified to the belt’s proximity to the wall and safety practices. Observers said stopping the motor during bets was common but dangerous. The inquest noted the risk of the position and the need for safer guarding.
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Harry Hubert Hendrin
S.M
Haunt
Harry Daniel Stannix
Willsmore
Influenza Crisis Spurs Pirie Health Board Action
In Pirie the influenza epidemic prompts the local board of health to clash with authorities over closing the Pirie Inhalatorium. Dr Goode urges rapid steps to isolate cases and prepare hospital space. The meeting turns secret as officials strive to prevent further spread while hospital capacity is debated.
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Adelaide
Pirie
Mayer
Board of Health
YMC
Focal Board of Health
Dr Goode
Goode
Port Pirie
Geddes
Goude
Central Board of Health
Hairman
Wonedina
Hopkins
Penton
Willy
Childeen
YALE
Inhtics
Aml Firs
Geildes
Fiaude
Nail Hopkins
Internus
Mophine
Local Board Reports Natatorium Closure and Reopening Plan
The Local Board of Health reported Natatorium closure due to major repairs needed elsewhere, with arrangements made to reopen today. A committee was proposed to study hospital crowding and consider temporary use of the YMCA Building for patients suffering from the same condition, under health officer supervision and hospital committees.
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Healt Lust
BE EL Garrett
Leiteth
Ill patient in Adelaide hospital under observation
A serious case is reported at Adelaide hospital with the unnamed patient kept under observation. Details are limited as medical staff assess the condition and potential causes while authorities monitor the situation.
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Adelaide
Cepurbel
Town Council Debates Housing and Urgent Works
The fortnightly Town Council meeting chaired by Crs Geddes and Hopkins considered housing concerns from a public meeting the previous Thursday. Resolutions urged a representative delegation to interview BIS Management. Various permissions were granted for street events, processions, and community activities, with attention to urgent works and council procedures.
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Apyulal
B.ias
Goode
Rouneil Pstopt Otherwisi
Wouneil
Acini
Ad Machinations Involving Chinese Revolt Plots Revealed
Reuters reports in Vancouver on March 13 that funds from German sources funded plots to cause unrest in China. Police raided Chinese Nationalist offices and arrested leaders amid alleged assassination plots and a training system for youth in Calgary and Lethbridge. Documents smuggled through Japan with Peace Conference treaties were found in Vancouver.
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Reuters Services
Vancouver
Shagtal
Liverpont
China
Peking
Europe
Chineee Nationalint
Ilegal
Pasaine
Victoria
Léague
Calgary
Lethbridge
Neeres
Riden
Japan
Bellcore Jack Johnson claims Willard bout a sham
Havana report says Jack Johnson reiterates that his fight with Willard is staged and threatens to claim the world championship if Willard does not agree to a timely rematch. Boston dispatch notes Willard’s victory stance and cites ongoing controversy.
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Bewler
Havana
Jack Johnson
Willard
Johanga
John Ann Ar
Brave and Bold shines at DU-EE court tonight
A large audience enjoyed George Walsh in Brave and Bold a 5000ft Fox photoplay. The Nuttall Girls perform stage and acrobatic dances while a 2000ft Sunshine comedy Damaged No Goods and Misleading Lady feature with Harry Walthall. Open-air venue promises a fine entertainment night.
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Du-Ee
Mike
George Walsh
Fox
Harry Walthall
Coo-ce
Paris communique on war damage commission work
A Paris dispatch reports the commission on war damage aims to determine the extent of damage caused by enemy actions. It notes expectations that evidence will establish liability for damages to the Allies and United States and outlines procedures through June.
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Heuvers
London
Paris
Gallipoli Defense and Turko-Alliance Terms in 1915 Context
Fragmentary note describes wartime defense efforts at Gallipoli, mentions military commitments, and references disagreements over troop movements and conditions of the campaign in 1915. It notes negotiations involving Turkish and allied positions and ranges over strategic decisions.
Status of King Edward in Adelaide Institute Building
The king Edward will arrive in Adelaide in the coming months and will be erected in honor of the Institute Building in North Terrace.
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Adelaid
Monthay
Edward
Adelaide
Femor
Institute
Notih Terrace
Foehui Meeting News Notes Possible Officer Resignation
The meeting of the association, presided over by President Mr GA Ceolardi, was held tonight. It is reported that one association officer intends to resign, with uncertainty about future leadership.
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Uch
GA. Cheolardi
Local Health Meeting Reports Ten Infectious Disease Cases
At last night’s health meeting, officials disclosed ten confirmed infectious disease cases during the fortnight. Measles and enteric illnesses each accounted for four cases, with tuberculosis also noted among the totals.
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Bowl of Health
Leite
Health cMeer
Tist
Times Editorial About Albany Court Case Sparks Debate
A Times editorials page discusses a court decision and public opinion on Albany policy. The piece cites Gorin and Tinsanita as recurring names in ongoing discussions, highlighting divided perspectives among readers and officials.
Fate of Navies in Peace Efforts in Britain House
In Parliament Mr Long urged a vote for a 28 thousand personnel navy to share in peace efforts. He said the navy’s global presence aided universal security and highlighted naval victories over Germany. Mr McNamara noted ex-German submarines sold and Allied disposal of captured ships. The Times reports on Mediterranean squadron composition and Heligoland status. Wilson’s stance on sinking captured German ships was denied. dreadnoughts and base cruisers developments were discussed.
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United Service
London
House of Commons
Walter Long
Ukewae
Cca
Ile
Neutara Service
McNamara
Vis ‘Vunt Curzon
House of Command
Times
Mediterranean Squadron
Ieligeland
Pesce
Heligoland
Germany
AcNamara
Wilson
Gheetwi
Eati
Berlin Street Fighting Horrors Reported in The Times
The Times prints grim Berlin street fighting tales and Russian counter revolution chatter. A boxing match at Boxtum Baths ends in a stoppage in the fourth round as veteran champions clash. Arnie Ceanett defeated by Jit Peachee in a disputed bout.
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the Times
London
Berlin
Owsuull
Palseem
Boxtum Baths
Jit Peachee
Arnie Ceanett
Inhalatorium schedule notice from the Public
Public advisory notes inhalatorium hours from five in the morning to five in the evening. Eschews details on opening entities and locations, with garbled names and unclear authorship.
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