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Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 18, 1946

Page

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Fatal collision in Mary-Elie street claims Walter Sampson

Walter William Sampson a 57 year old employee of the Grey Terrace Solomontown corporation electricity department died after a collision in Mary-Elie street between his bicycle and a car. An inquest will be opened at Pirie Court. He was taken to Pirie Hospital where he died shortly after admission. The car was driven by Mavis Brow of the Glo Hotel Solomontown.

Walter William Sampson Corporation Electricity Department Limesman Grey Terrace Solomontown Pirie Hospital Mary-Elie Street Pirie Court Sun Australian Dry Cleaning Company Mary-Elie Treet Dirs Mavis Brow Glo Hotel Salomontor Saiupwon Willy Ie Metturial Oval Mary-Eligstees Terrace Lindsay Junie Levke Railway Reserve Sampson Stark Javed Cegentehwram le Fye Cuss Harold Adelaides Melbourne Wer Siger al Webr T. Cornish Corowr Worms Well-Kniowe Hirth Broken Hill Cerminry Dit Matsheld Wa Hoke Napprriiy Te Juin Pirie Corporation Wowerlonse Loundation Giether Wherieal Trades Union Branery Bothis Sune Mow Walia Fubtimng Harukd Hie The RAAB Mi Samson Subebranel Algour Vbriey Adelaide Sinrogtya Hs Vie Etsy Des Residens

Man Cannot Buy Salvation Says Rev Annear at Central Mission

Rev DW Annear preached that salvation cannot be bought, urging harvest offerings as poor reflection of earthly wealth. He used the seed parable to urge faith in God and service, praising the Mission choir and soloists during morning and evening services.

Kingdom of God Annear Central Mission Church Heaven Anneal Uasted God Mission Choir Wo J, Thomas Ando Lionel Eewards Nancy White Joan Dickinson T. H. Anderton

Four Renmark Men Hurt In Collision

Four Renmark men were injured in a car collision about four miles from Renmark early today. Among the injured are Eric Kirby and Leonard Burrown with internal injuries and severe chest trauma.

Renmark Olligson Eric Kirby Leonard Burrown

Social services in Pirie review eight months of claims

In Pirie the national service officer, Mr A E Treleaven, reports about 230 unemployment and sickness benefit claims since July 1. About 50 are for unemployment, with earlier sums showing around $0 receiving benefits. Civilian unemployment benefit applications remain steady while sustenance claims rise. many eligible sick benefit recipients delay applications or are unsure of eligibility.

Poze Pirie A. E. Treleaven National Service Officer Registrar of Social Services Hess Trefeaven

Oil Key To Trouble Russia Seeks Concessions In Persia

Report cites Moscow press and Reuters correspondent linking oil concessions to Russia's posture in Persia. Washington and Tehran notes indicate Soviet advice to Persia not to appeal to the UN over Red Army presence, while Tehran warns such an appeal would be unfriendly and may push the issue to the Security Council.

Reuter Russia Persia Washington New York Times United Nations Tehran Security Council

Let the world settle down says Bevin

London Sunday. British Foreign Secretary Ernest Bevin urged patience and open minds as Britain and America adjust to differing philosophies. He rejected dogmatism and emphasized a 50 year Anglo Russian treaty of friendship and nonaggression aimed at preventing oppression and provoking wars. Bevin urged letting the old world settle down in humanity’s name.

London Britain America Haseda Ernest Begin Churchill Bevin Biade House of Commons

Byrnes says United States seeks UN path not alliance

Secretary of State Byrnes stated the United States views the United Nations as a route to lasting security through conciliation. He rejected forming an alliance with the Soviet Union against Britain or with Britain against the Soviet Union, urging cautious steps to address current global tensions.

New York Byrnes United States United Nations Soviet Union Britain Brita

Chinese Troops to Manchuria under Soviet Withdrawal Pressure

The Kuomintang Congress in Chungking calls for swift restoration of sovereignty in Manchuria and the immediate withdrawal of Soviet forces. General Marshall in New York notes a Chinese army, trained by Americans, is now headed for Manchuria, where conditions are described as extremely critical.

Chungking Kuomintang Party China Manchuria New York George Marshall

Canada Not Considering Severing Of Relations

OTTAWA Sunday a high government official said yesterday that Canada was not considering breaking off diplomatic relations with Russia amid the Royal Commission spying disclosures.

Ottawa Canada Russia Royal Commission

Local notices from Pirie West and environs

Personal notices report Warrant Officer F O Knudson, pilot of a dive bomber, injured in a Williamstown crash and progressing favorably at Conner Point. Miss Lila Furmark begins training. Mr Ron Backstrom received medical aid after malaria attack. patient at Pirie Hospital and two local residents discharged after two months in the hospital ward.

G. E. Ed Sixth Street Pirie West F. O. Knudson Williamstown Victoria Point Cone Lila Furmark Jed Mis. Surmieny York Road Pine West the Nisin Peoemich Ron Backstrom Solomontown Pirie Hospital A. Neilsen Laureate Street Pirie ‘West L. Forgan Railway Terrace

First Visit to Pirie by English Test Team

Pirie to host an English Test cricket team match at Memorial Oval against a South Australian country side on October 14 7. It will be the first time England tests play here. Mayor W H Threadgold calls it a great honor and expects strong visitor turnout after a recent Pirie visit by Board of Control secretary W H Jeanes who praised the Memorial Oval facilities.

Pirie Amphalia Memorial Qual Eneligh W. H. Threadgold W. H. Jeanes Board of Contra Memorial Oval Warnerfowl Wirie Crystal Brook

Meat dispute settled in Victoria after advisory committee meetings

Melbourne reports a meat industry dispute settlement after two days of meetings of the Commonwealth Meat Industry Advisory Committee chaired by J. A. Tonkin. It is expected livestock will come forward toward the week’s end and stock sales will resume next Tuesday.

Melbourne Victoria Commonwealth Meat Industry Advisory Committee J. A. Tonkin

Crude Oil Cargo Will Not Ease Petrol Rationing

In Sydney reports crude oil shipments will not quickly ease Australia’s petrol rationing. Officials warn ongoing supply constraints and rising demand keep the system tight. The situation is tied to international markets and local distribution challenges.

Sydney Suefialie Burney Australia

129 On Round Trip On Moonta

A passenger vessel named Moonta with 129 on board prepares to berth at Federal Dock early this morning. The crew and list of musicians, officers, and passengers include Messrs, Mrs, and many named individuals across various roles and affiliations.

Moonta Stounta Federal Dock Aityrnm Isi Mone M ‘Donaldson J. Nisbet Moore Harrison Wallisy Banifort Crocker Hevly M- Carter Panith Rous Wadliant Eis G. Bucklid Sivberg Barwick Walst Motornack Walls Hudger Mavelson ML McCoriaieh Aod I Murdoch Ky Driscoll Gretnary A G. Hoddingtey L Mart Ls. Goodintoy Fo Raperti Sansone Rimaet Vo Suttau Julnsin EE Mareh T. Mirliv Sita Mowy S Bari Panteer Je Thutson J May L. Marriott Moallagher Taylor G. Mekunel K N. Puller F. Grani Htohy M.selitt Hof Strang Lull

Alarmed remarks on 40 hour week in Whyalla shipyard

Mr. Thornton warned that unionists must mobilize for higher wages as governments face limits on a universal 40 hour week. He accused Australasian Council of Trade Unions of misusing arbitration, urged stronger, united unions, and dismissed claims the Ironworkers Union was broken by a recent strike. He defended union officials and argued broader action is needed amid employer resistance.

Whyalla Det Curlin Ther E. Thomson Fedesued Ironworkers’ Association High Court Thornton Australasian Council of Trade Unions America World Trade Union Congress Paris Soviet Union Mr. Thornton

Real Progress In Java Reported At Second Meeting

An official spokesman announced progress after the second meeting between Indonesian Premier Sutan Sjahrir and Dr. Van Mook the Lieutenant Governor General of the Netherlands East Indies. They agreed on future procedures and agreed to form sub committees to address various issues.

Batavia Sutan Sjahris van Mook Netherlands East Indies Wal

Monarch inspects fleet aboard Moonta on Scapa Flow voyage

Captain D B Tobin recalls earning the honor when King George VI reviewed British and American ships at Scapa Flow aboard the Moriaka. The Moonta, Adelaide Steamship Company passenger vessel, completed wartime service and later tropicalised for East, returning to Australia under Tobin’s command. The king gifted Tobin sleevelinks as a token of meritorious service.

D. B. Tobin Adelaide Steamship Company T. Gustafson Scapa Plow King George VI Moriaka Duke of York Sir John Tavey McCarthy England Vobin G.R Lindee Scotland Moriaha Spencer Murialta Wityalla Faroe Islands Morialta Mediterranean Middle East Marseilles Cap ‘Tobin Uber Australia Atilone Tobin Buckighami Palace Ste Spencer Gulf

Disastrous Floods Hit Western Victoria

Severe floods swept western districts of Victoria over the weekend causing mass evacuations and drownings. Four feared drowned near Hamilton and a rescue failed at Condaly Swamp. Macarthur and Koroit reported 12 inches of rain with cattle losses and washed railway lines.

Melbourne Victoria Macarthur Koroit Hamilton Worthano Casterion Condaly Niles Troy Bessieville

Solomon Islander pastor visits Australia on mission trip

Pastor Sus Rore from the Solomon Islands, visiting South Australia for a Seventh Day Adventist conference, discusses headhunting heritage and civilizational appeal. Pastor N A Ferris notes long missionary work, native education, and postwar rehabilitation in the western islands, including Kulobangara hospital damage and ongoing reform efforts.

Ausilis Sus Rore Pirie South Australia Fome Country Districts N. A. Perris Itlands Pastor Rore Seventh Day Adventist Church Rore Jas Australisa Australia Sydney Ferris Kulobangara Batusia

Pirie Hit by Wind Rain and Hail Storm

Severe wind storm with heavy rain and hail struck Pirie and northern districts, causing minor damage and widespread disruption. Rainfall measurements rose with 132 points in 48 hours at Pirie Post Office and higher totals over five to six days. Flooding affected backyards and homes, rail and road services faced cancellations or delays, and ships and planes reduced activity. Farmers welcomed the follow-up rains easing germination prospects for pastures.

Pirie Pirie West Por Suluumontown Ty Track Serviee Vend Art Augusta Mount Gullett

Weather Forecast Snapshot from Historic State Page

The report lists city temperatures from Adelaide to Hobart with yesterday’s highs around the mid sixties to seventies and a forecast of showers in the Lower South East. Cooler southwest winds are noted and the official forecast mentions late evening conditions.

Adelaide Melbourne Sydney Ford Bristaie Hobart

Light sentences for Japanese war criminals spark protests

In Sydney a Darwin military court handed light penalties to three Japanese war criminals, prompting protests by the Returned Servicemen's League. Two captains received five months, one was jailed for three months for torturing and beating Australian prisoners in Timor. Mee Rete Balan of New South Wales acted as secretary amid outcry.

Sydney Iuau Mee Rete Balan New Souils Wales Servicanc League Darwin Ove Onth Timor

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