19 Mar 1923
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 19, 1923
Page
1
An explosion damaged a rail bridge near Kalkum and disrupted the Koblenz Dusseldorf telegraph lines for about three kilometres. No casualties reported besides one German killed at Recklinghausen. Repairs expected to take six months under Allied rules.
A Berlin message reports hostages including the chief bur gemaster and savings bank manager freed after the murder of French officers. General Lavignelot notes the town bears no blame. The Times correspondent says a conference with industrialists is planned to discuss preparations and no rapid settlement of the Ruhr position is expected. Germany’s sole solution is continued resistance.
Paris reports Saturday sees unofficial emissaries from various nations approaching the government to sound out mediation for Germany. The Temps notes three such missions in one day, but officials say negotiations will be handled only through direct German proposals and not via Allied or neutral intermediaries. Newsrooms emphasize no change in stance toward German terms.
SlinoR Glynn presents his famous book Beyond the Rocks in a picturized reading tonight. Come early for the outdoor event as Ansiral hosts the open air program with vocal and visual highlights.
A fragmentary report outlines Turkish peace proposals stressing recognition of rights within allied relations and a fiscal regime for territories within states. Ismet declares concessions and hopes for swift settlement if Allies share pacific aims, with talks expected in London and a possible Constantinople meeting before Easter.
Malta dispatches report eight destroyers of the Atlantic Fleet leave Mudros Island on March 19 for home while five Mediterranean destroyers depart Chanak for Malta. The battleship Malaya and light cruisers Curated and Cambrian move to England aboard tomorrow’s convoy. Reuter summary notes Near East outlook still bright.
Sir Marks Band performed a sizable concert at Memorial Park last night to a large appreciative audience. Notable selections included Maid of the Mountains Minerva and a popular march La gazza ississipl q plus other items such as Steadfast and True The Old Abbey Burma Maid Liberty Hall and Lemon.
In Friday action at the overseas event, Mlle Lenglen defeated Mrs Mallory 6 0 6 0. Reuters reports the first draw for this year's Davis Cup contests has begun, with Australia vs Hawaii, Canada vs Japan, Romania vs England, Belgium vs Italy, Holland vs Argentina and other first-round pairs listed for the event.
Fragmentary text notes sub editors and writers among five persons, mentions British Gas government and barristers and solicitors appearing in courts. No clear event, date, or location established.
London suffered a 44 to 6 defeat as the Paris representative defeated them in a covered-court tennis match that concluded at dawn. Reuters report notes the early morning finish after a long day of play.
A brave girl intervenes to stop a train disaster on a Foxford bridge. Her actions, including signaling with a flag, halted the locomotive within a yard of a deadly abyss. Passengers and authorities recount the narrow escape and credit her quick thinking.
London report states that the Rugby Football Board decided to send a British team to South Africa. The board also indicated a New Zealand tour may follow, but the Tatters are not discussed. Reuters dispatch notes the decision was made Saturday in London.
London report notes Scotland won 2-0 over Wales in the Rugeer International series. Match held at Baisley Scotland, scoreline confirmed, Reuters dispatch.
Government moves to suppress theatre and cinema operations under De Valera ban with theatres ordered closed. Last night no performances as parsons had left, cinemas opened later under military guard. United Service cited.
Weekend results show Arsenal, Aston Villa, Bolton and Everton winning 2-0, 5-1, 4-0 and 2-0 respectively. Manchester City defeated Liverpool 4-0 while Tottenham and Stoke drew 0-0. Notable second division results include Barnsley 1-0 Wolverhampton and Notts County 8-1 Clapton. Reuter reports full scores.
A court ruling granting a decree nisi in the Russell divorce prompts widespread commentary on press responsibilities and public scrutiny. The Nation cites concerns about moral standards while critics defend editorial freedoms amid personal scandal and ongoing journalism debates.
A London court ruled in favor of the defendant in a suit over dresses supplied to a wife. Justice McCardig criticized excessive fashion as a sign of idle wealth. The judge noted the wife had no authority to pledge her husband’s credit and her expenditures of about £2000 a year exceeded reasonable needs. Reuter.
Mary McLaren aged 19 months drowned at Thornaton in a shallow dang containing 15 inches of water. Efforts to save her exhausted rescuers who were pulled from the water with difficulty.
In London on Saturday the billiards match saw Smith defeat Newman 15 208 to 46 000. Falkiner scored 12 000 to beat Stevenson 47 918, with Reuters reporting the results.
Louisa Hansen reported the loss of jewellery valued at £2005 from 408 Toorak Road Toorak Melbourne last night. Entry was gained by forcing a window in the break-in.
Several clergymen have submitted signed statements recording the number of patients allegedly cured by Adi Hickson, marking a notable claim tied to religious outreach in Melbourne.
London born MeTigue defeated Siki on points before a massive Dublin crowd amid high enthusiasm. Both men traded blows in early rounds while MeTigue exploited counters and a tight defense to edge ahead, with Siki sustaining facial damage and landing a few sharp responses before the bout drifted into cautious exchanges.
Codes Pictures presents a fire safe program of 8 000 ft Paramount special Beyond with Elinar Giyan novel drama thrill romance and daring love. Starring Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentine of The Shrek fame. Screenings include open air beach show tomorrow.
A terse report notes a decree banning a fire preview and references a large explosion on Moor Lane. The fragment mentions boxers, Republicans, and a scene with children nearby, describing windows and doors blown out in the aftermath.
Sydney Sunday crowd witnessed the bantamweight championship clash between Dimmy Semmens and Bobby Gray. The eight-round bout ended when Semmens knocked Gray out with a right straight to the jaw.
The Melbourne crowd packed the stadium last night as bouts produced heavy exchanges. Grimes fought hard and drew a harsh decision on points while opponents endured punishing rounds during a tense, action filled lineup.
Trial events for the Cambridge crew ahead of the annual boat race with crews tested under conditions at the river. Officials noted selection implications for the main event.
Sydney report describes sprinter Milburn delivering a strong performance yesterday at the pedestrian event. Milburn, lettered as a notable entrant, impressed onlookers with a rapid display.
Fragments report unemployment dipping by 94,000 to 1,376,000 in February. Reuter wires describe London and worldwide notes from London, Rome, Belgrade, Paris, and Washington. Items mention New Zealand volunteers, Irish Mass, earthquake aftermath, and British labor aid efforts amid devastations.
Adelaide reports wage cut turmoil with 129 men discharged and 410 others told they would be laid off. Dismissals are not completed yet and authorities say more cuts may follow, with about three hundred workers remaining to be paid off as retrenchment continues.
A fragmentary review notes the open air show featuring Gloria Swanson and Rudolph Valentino as the leads in Beyond The Rocks presented by Paramount. The snippet hints at period gossip and cinema history while signaling an Austral open air screening tonight.
NSW Labor rift widens as executive members face expulsion amid defiant pressure from Gardiner and McGirr. Newcastle reports Dooley’s first round win after electoral council sides with delegates, adjourning to a second round. Sydney conference hints at renewed war over Dooley Charlton circular.
A woman is alleged to have stolen goods valued at £100 from a shop between January 9 and a holiday weekend. Detectives recounts of entry by removing roof slates using a light ladder, with the girl confessing she left her torse(s) on the roof before forcing a hole to enter and conceal items under a floor and ceiling.
Newcastle Sunday report on Sulphide Corporation plans to establish a cement works at Cockle Creek. The first unit will produce about 20 000 tons annually, with expectations that output will rise after expansion at Lithgow.
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