22 Mar 1950
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 22, 1950
Page
1
Sir James Gost toured a school and met Cavin Willoughby Jol Rowe Atry Christie and Kingsley Francis. praising the team for being the first to win the Gusse Shield in the metropolitan area and wishing them continued success.
A terse exchange notes a photographer’s motive to flirt with waitresses as a tactic to coax bigger stories. The remark underscores media culture and pursuit of attention grabbing leads.
Big Red Cross carnival at Woodward Park on Saturday afternoon and evening features fairs for all ages. Events include races, prams, games, bands, and a supper with chops sausages and saveloys. Proceeds go to Janet Francis. buses run from multiple city streets and circular routes to the event.
A woman died and her husband was fatally injured when a motorcycle outfit collided with a heavily laden Lee Transport truck about 20 miles out on Whyalla road in the afternoon. Police identified the couple and noted others, including children, were treated at local hospitals.
North Australian Electricity Trust advised the town council that supply of electricity to Broken Hill Associated Smelters is expected early next year though contingent on obtaining necessary consent. The document outlines three possible distribution methods including sale to the smelter, direct supply to the corporation, or purchase by the corporation with town supply kept separate.
Tomorrow sees the sixth trotting night featuring Pirie Trickone, Rawne clubs, and a strong field in nine races. Favorites include Kevin Alder from scratch, Nevander chasing 24 yards, Verent's Pride and Van's Surprise among contenders. Heather's Choice backed for the second division. Royal Hampstead, Grete Wood, Oak Raider, and River Brows among others in tight contests across divisions with a twelve furlong main event and several likely winners.
Bishop Cranswick spoke at Pirie to promote the World Council of Churches as a path to world peace and Christian unity. He urged closer church ties, noted past missionary work, and stressed that unity could reduce war risk, praising Australian support and mayoral reception.
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Tour averages show Harvey leading with 1524 runs at an average around 70. Other top batters include BATMA Moris LANS C587 with 1431 runs at 38.4, GOH 143 with 3840, and Milley 4 with 145. Bowlers feature Volonson 77 and Lindwatl at 30, as reported in theAwxrrabeat oti ak South.
Education chief to visit to discuss cancer fund as part of a broader health initiative. The report references international trade figures and devaluation impacts but centers on upcoming talks and fundraising efforts.
London street scene with disjointed phrases and garbled names. The text references fear, crowds, and tense times as youths and groups clamor, but the exact events and persons are unclear from the corrupted OCR.
In loving memory phrases from family and friends mark the poster memorials for Shirley Foster who died in March 1948. Messages from Phyl and Ern Foster Kevin and Carl tribute siblings and brothers Bentley and Adrian express lasting affection and remembrance.
Nominations close in Adelaide on March 25 and in Birie on March 29. D E Kershaw, Hon Sec, Box 137, Port Pirie, handles inquiries via the Federal Hotel times 12:20–1:00 and 6:00–7:30 pm. Mr Tillett will be at the cemetery this weekend and can quote for monuments.
A London based centre for students is reported to receive 2 million pounds in funding. The document mentions international backing and a notable donor, with references to several entities and nations. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
Tuesday proceedings in the criminal court saw Mrs Laura Elsa Emms age 36 of Motaren Flat plead guilty and be sentenced to death by hanging for the murder of her husband Harold Edward Seymour Enis six. The case had progressed to the jury stage and a petition for commutation is being prepared.
A divorce suit is filed by Mys America against her husband, alleging repeated cruelty. The respondent stayed away after September, while the plaintiff details alleged mistreatment in the separative period. The case reflects a domestic dispute proceeding in the local court.
Daily lightning and temperature notes show Adelaide Sydney Hobart and capital readings. Forecast predicts scattered showers mainly in eastern regions with cool to mild air. Seas vary light to moderate from southeast to east.
Mister Chips leads in the Kapunds Cup with a head victory from Batesfield horses. Billy O'Shea and Lady Cathcart secure shorter wins in the Mildren and Catherine Handicaps respectively, while Gal Robert and Van's Hope clinch further wins in the Nash and 21st Catherine events.
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