22 Mar 1921
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 22, 1921
Page
1
Greek forces dispatch additional units as Turkey-backed nationalists press for upheaval. Athens reports recalls of conscripts and mobilization to deter Breole communities, backing a joint eastward pacification effort with allied powers.
In Mundie Sydney James Muulig sues Leonard Wallis for 2000 pounds damages over alleged false imprisonment and slander. The judge granted a defense, and a hearing was set for the defendant.
London dispatch reports two soldiers killed and six wounded as a lone patrol of Lancashire troops is attacked in Dublin last night. Soldiers fled, returned fire, wounding civilians including a woman and child. A second attack followed with further civilian injuries.
A Adelaide deputation from the Chamber of Commerce pressed Public Works Commissioner W Hague on rail delays. They cited losses from goods in transit, shortage of tarpaulins and trucks, and disputes over warehoused goods and sales by the Railways Department. The discussion sought remedies including more tarpaulins, new tracks, and better wagon availability to prevent further losses.
A timber truck loaded with logs collapsed on a Saturday incident near Melbourne. The vehicle, drawn by horses, overturned trapping the driver and a woman and her daughter. The woman suffered internal injuries and other wounds while the girl sustained cuts and bruises.
Local ad notes today only sales on select fashion items including poné and short slaty tual as part of a seasonal promotion targeting female shoppers. The quirky text implies a shop offering limited time discounts with emphasis on ladies merchandise.
Labor supporters in Pirie hear policy criticises of Liberal Government from retiring M L A H J Buegerald and others. Speakers stress taxation, harbor works, and living costs while urging strong turnout on April 3 to curb the National Government and defend workers' rights amid local harbor and housing issues.
In Port Pirie a jury found Daniel Lorenzo guilty on three counts tied to the alleged Wheat Harvest Scheme. The trial questioned whether the Wheat Harvest Board or the ministerial body acted as the scheme’s managing entity for the public service goods and timber, amid disputes over the scheme’s legal status and authority.
Monday report on a St Patrick's Day disturbance sequel. Patriot Ottierd and James Boller faced charges of assault offensive behavior and intent to breach the peace at city court. Police described inflammatory language and a man accused of waving a Union Jack. remand to March 40 was requested while the search for that man continued.
Reports from The Times detail Mongolia crowning a new authority after General Unger routed the Chinese army. About 2,500 Chinese troops were killed by shell and machine gun fire, with many dying from cold, sickness, and starvation during a grim retreat. Looting and murders by Chinese forces are alleged in the chaos.
The High Mr. Justice Gordons questions whether the Wheat Board acts as a crown agent. He notes ministers control, while some board members are appointed externally. Napier acknowledges the draft regs were likely prepared by a layman. The court adjourned the hearing until Thursday.
A terse note outlines duck season dates and regulations in Australia. It notes licensing requirements and local stewardship measures guiding waterfowl hunting during the stated period.
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