24 Mar 1919
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 24, 1919
Page
1
A severe influenza outbreak prompts drastic health measures, with one death reported and calls for isolation and hospital capacity increase. Officials announce medical staff shortages, rising case counts, and government appeals to aid response while hospital wards and isolation provisions expand amid mounting public concern.
A garbled late 19th century Adelaide item notes recurring pneumonia in the city. It references J Fuchs, a green keeper, and a person named Fotis with homptisithe symptoms. The text mentions a party last week and a mother’s residence, plus a death at an isolation hospital and local officials.
Central Board reports visiting towns and reviewing derangements and vaccination needs. Officials consider sourcing four thousand doses from Commonwealth Guaranty and other departments, with a February 11 supply deadline and a plan to administer to patients once confirmed.
In London the House of Commons discussed German reparations and the peace treaty. Reports note a committee inquiry into Germanys finances, with ministers signaling cautious pace and potential leakage of confidential terms. Washington dispatches reference Allied plans and naval constraints impacting Germanys obligations.
Twenty people were killed by tornadoes sweeping the Mississippi Louisiana region. Estimated damages run into millions. Reports mention a severe storm event affecting New Orleans, with widespread destruction and emergency responses underway.
Service reports delayed and suspended trains near Port Migusti and Kelgoertin rail line due to influenza impact. Adelaide routes expect resumed operations after a week as health measures ease. ports and stations caution travelers about reduced schedules.
London dispatch cites General Allenby on the Egyptian situation, noting unrest and British officers killed as protests and strikes are suppressed. British authorities plan strict measures, with railway damage and demonstrations restrained by military actions. Local authority controls extend to curfews and police powers amid ongoing conflict in the region.
An earnest Port Pirie appeal for repatriation funds has yielded a gratifying result with refunds unlikely the same day. Collecting boxes drew attention as workers and volunteers including Mrs. Fred Grey and Mr. J. Teraltes coordinated efforts. A detailed donor list shows contributions from many local residents and families, totaling substantial support for the cause.
Disjointed wires note a Russian Soviet Government ban on propaganda distribution using invisible ink, with Allied responses cited. Other items report violence in Europe, Ukrainian and German movements, and a Port Pirie memorial notice set in a hospital context with obituaries and family tributes.
Unclear readable text reports a meeting of entities named H e Eleinnet Paine and Ubarlonientiey Vermitten with references to WH Mlat 246 ayjinquel veuly ray. No coherent event or outcome discernible.
A government workers tribunal scheduled to start next week in SeWER and Hy re Hhwerkurg will hear preliminary matters. The body will review sewer section issues and proceed to consider the wider duties and wages of public service workers, with deliberations ongoing.
Amusements promoter announces Capt Greenhalzh and Wild West Circus ride into Port Pirie on Friday. Shows feature outlaws, bucking horses, lasso acts, sharpshooters, and novelty stunts with strongmen and equestrian displays. Local families invited to join circus events with prizes and musical performances.
The social and dance in aid of the St Patrick's Pay will be held Sunday morning after 2 o'clock with Wall Haneige and special guests. Ladies are invited to attend and enjoy a morning program.
Obituary notices from Melbourne report the death of Metin OO Me and a retirement tribute to Lilh Lindsay a prominent literary figure. The piece mentions Mr Derewrall taking charge of the nest trimk and notes partnerships with the Mayor and town council. It highlights Lindsay’s social and artistic circle and references a range of local figures and honors.
Mrs Mary Rebecca Lane wife of Juin Thomas Lane died at An Mort Pir Hospital on a Saturday. Born in Adelaide nearly eighty years ago she lived in Port Pirie seven years and was a noted resident. Survived by eleven children and several siblings including A J Lane, Bebane, S A Tam and Mrs. Philipson. Funeral details announced for relatives and friends.
Healer's Service fighter WELTER CHA defeated Lewis to claim the Welter Championship of America in a decisive bout at Machi 1, with crowd records and title at stake.
The friends of the late George P. Whay are respectfully informed that his remains will be removed from Symonds Bros Undertakers and Embalmers located at Alexander Street and Solomentown for burial arrangements.
Shon and GoNsaLe Bort Pirie Town Mall host a two day event at St Mares Hall with dancing from 4 to 2 and supper provided. The page lists several names including JM Smokesome TL Revell and Hon Geo Walyoha, plus ads for French polisher services and furniture repolishing. Ellendale appears as a location reference.
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