19 Mar 1929
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 19, 1929
Page
1
Municipal reports detail road formation and drainage improvements from Ulaguway Nowa to Eamonal Hogi. Projects include tramway area work, water table cleaning, replaced fountain, and maintenance of poles, with several prosecutions and cost items noted in the fortnightly departmental update.
In Sydney the trial of 24 year old salesman Alister Girk begins for alleged murder of his wife Ella Clark 22. Crown prosecutor Mr Mo Higin accuses Girk of visiting the hospital ward where she lay dying and producing notes from his overcoat to imply motive. Witnesses describe Clark’s deteriorating condition and alleged infidelity by the accused.
Melbourne report on a Ferntree Gully shooting involving Miriam Goffey and Percy Gaffey Patchett. Witness Thomas Walsh recalls being at the door when gunfire erupted. Miss Patchjatt wounded later. investigators seek the shooter with limited clues and no identified motive.
An OCR fragment notes Moir and Owen prepared for a first hop to Rome and then Australia. The garbled text mentions a male passenger and a flight plan with steps or hopes, but exact details remain unclear due to distorted wording.
In Adelaide Monday Justice hears appeal by Mr Gabine over a chase against a woman. Police claim a constable was assaulted causing injuries to his lower body. Prosecutor notes recent incidents and seeks firm action, with the court urged to uphold police protection.
A morning fire at Calley’s Reserve Glenelg destroyed wooden corrugated buildings housing a sideshow. The blaze, blamed on unclear causes, left the structures burned to rubble with timber, shells, and debris scattered amid upright poles. No proprietors present to confirm details. damages awaiting assessment.
The Danish consul in Adelaide reports anxious conditions as the ship Gosse is not due until April under Pablox iii. The vessel was to commence auxiliary training at Koben havn but faces unspecified delays and is not yet fully underway.
In London on Sunday the Adelaide Poller Court fined Albert James Siard thirty pounds including service charges and court fees for betting activity. The Daily News notes the case follows a related incident at the Northern Hotel where bets were shed and bidders faced scrutiny. The report highlights pleas for fair rations and mentions ongoing betting concerns in the city.
A historical report notes Chrysler car drivers Kave Dow and G. Eystun achieving a 72 mile per hour record in a 24 hour test. The article cites the vehicle, the driver duo, and the measured speed as the key facts.
Three men named William Everit John Faux and Muldoon from Newcastle Waters arrived in Darwin on the mail boat after being charged with the murder of an Aboriginal man named Padty at Walhallow Station. Constables T White and P Muldoon attended. The trio await trial.
A cryptic report from Cuba details a death in a hospital with two men Howald Inkster and Frederick Big lands refusing to testify. The coroner indicated no evidence to explain the fall while injuries were noted, as witnesses recalled visitors in Cypress street and a mother with ten children nearby.
Four leading motor boat makers experiment with outboard engines. Early models, obtainable for £100, power around 232 horsepower. A 24 foot boat with a 34 foot length hull is planned, featuring a fiber cylinder and dashboard controls similar to a motor car, with steering devices for sea and inland waters.
A missing Adelaide shop assistant aged about 94 was found dead. Eyamine poisoning is suspected. The case links to a 1936 Melbourne tragedy involving Hilda Jones, with relatives recalling a long-known relationship and a mental hospital stay after the death.
Rain and cold greeted workers as the Eight Hours procession in Melbourne drew crowds of spectators despite rough weather. Speakers including Judge LullaS Universvarkees urged a 43hour week and a broad labor agenda. After a seven year gap, the event marked a renewed push by the AWC and union leaders amid steady protests and speeches.
At the latest town council meeting the clerk tabled the financial statement for the fortnight. General fund debit balances show 3,266 14, the amount paid fine 750 15/54, banked since 412 477.7. Debits balance 2,770 68. Amounts to be issued show wages 2,574 4s/ats, payments to workers 4082 48/8, general fund 668.4074, and Wan Goma 484/4. After these amounts passed the debit balance stands 5,183 678. Weroon’s accounts and details.
A visit of inspection at Mount Ferguson noted six new wooden culverts along the road. Crews worked on drainage and guttering while repairs and water conservation measures were prepared for surrounding buildings. Electrical works and tender discussions referenced stone supplies and wage rates amid ongoing committee duties.
A fragmentary report notes King George VI under illness restrictions affecting a planned public appearance in London. It states he could not walk unaided for about 50 yards today, and describes his condition amid ongoing concerns over his health.
English cricketers are expected to profit about £20,000 from their Australian tour though final accounts are not yet cast. The estimate reflects match fees and related earnings during the tour.
Sydney police today deployed protection for timber workers as detectives interview several motor car owners. Interviewees were asked if they aided attackers with coalitions to drive workers to rally points and to dispatch them to locations for assaults. Further developments expected.
Melbourne reports residents in Ferntree Gully alarmed after a Sunday shooting that wounded a boy and two women. Detectives believe the act was premeditated, with additional shots fired as victims returned home. Authorities pursue suspects accused of firing into the street and endangering youths with improvised weapons.
During the past week Taher Suzi, a Redemptorist, sanctualed most sustainful mission at St Mark's Church in Pirie for Italian residents. Father Salza, sent from Rome, noted for linguistic skills and varied aims, served as mission leader and received many acts of valor for aiding soldiers.
News describes a light car race at Philip Island near Melbourne run by the Victorian Light Car Club. About 42 entrants competed on the 200 mile course with Red. Thrdioh-Caugatti winning the Australian Grand Prix. other drivers included Lowe's Lombard driven by Cleiver and A Reearney in a Bugatti. A collision caused damage near Cowes Hospital with injuries reported.
A taxi in Grosvenor Square collided with another vehicle injuring three Australians aboard, Professor and Mrs Stuart and their daughter Nancy. The taxi body crushed, Mrs Stuart and Nancy pinned under wreckage. All were taken to St George's Hospital. the Professor was discharged, while his wife and daughter remained under concussion observation.
A fragmentary report notes a meeting about an electric light track proposal. It references a proposer, consideration given, and a decision pending, with informal discussion and pending figures. Names and clear details are unreadable in the damaged text.
A London Monitay report describes an exhibition of Egyptian royal artifacts from Ankh Amon’s era. The display features colored pieces, gold medallions, alabaster items, and finely carved relics lauded as exceptionally beautiful.
The fragmentary report mentions an event titled The Hop Off and includes scattered names and phrases about pilots and an aerodrome. Details are garbled with unclear names and numbers, offering no coherent incident or outcome to summarize reliably.
Fragmented OCR discusses the International Court and nationality of judges. It notes Sir Gecl eursh suggesting judges belong to their nationality and contemplates a Canadian judge being allowed to sit. The broken text references Geneva and a potential bench at the court.
A damaged report notes a seaplane commissioned by the Admiralty to assist in submarine sightings. The aircraft features foldable wings for compact handling and rapid deployment from London on a Sunday, enabling quick attachment to or detachment from submarines.
In Canberra on Monday the treasury reported Commonwealth loan subscriptions totalled £9,075,140 with 4.43 percent of patrons subscribing, averages of 938 per subscription. Regional totals include New South Wales £3,075,150 Victoria £1,0662, South Australia £208,000 Western Australia £74,420 Tasmania £75,390 and other states, with overall progress showing substantial uptake against initial aims.
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