24 Mar 1936
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 24, 1936
Page
1
London report cites a declaration read in churches advising German Catholics they may vote for the Fatherland without endorsing anti church measures. The piece notes a Berlin rally of about 250000 and criticizes fascist demonstrations and British reactions to European conflicts.
Fragmentary report describes Adolf Hitler evaluating British public reaction to Mondays actions. It notes expectations about responses from Britain and possible German proposals to discuss terms with Western powers, while referencing Ireland Italy and Russia in a cautious, diplomatic frame.
Amid State Centenary plans Pirie council debates publicity bids from a company offering a large volume titled South Australia’s Who’s Who. The town clerk notes authentic authority and potential to publish photos and biographies of mayors and councillors. A motion to accept terms was carried as other offers are dismissed.
In Sydney on Monday Mr Theodore returned home and said he could not support unity in Labor He blamed Lang for toppling the Scullin Government in 1931 and helping the United Australia Party to power He warned Lang was capable of another disruption in the current crisis as Labor unity efforts falter across Australia.
A local discussion centers on paying £2 to prepare turf wickets at Memes Oval. Proponents say preparation costs £2 per Saturday and should be funded by the town or by users, while opponents argue residents should maintain their own wickets. Authorities weigh whether the council must cover upkeep or allow clubs to manage maintenance.
At the Associated Chambers of Commerce conference Mr Wallace Sandford calls for curtailing borrowing as national debt grows. W Relph advocates abolition of federal super tax land tax cut income tax 20 percent and sales tax by one per cent for five years. A special tax appeals court deemed unnecessary. A Supreme Court judge would suffice. Brisbane and Perth leaders push back losses carry-forward from three to four years. Muir urges relief for sales tax collectors.
Yesterday’s high reached 83.5 degrees while the 24 hour minimum ended at 53 degrees by 8:30 am. The readings reflect a mild day with a cooler morning across the region.
A girl was born today in an ambulance aeroplane en route from the Sweden Finland frontier to a hospital. A legal opinion will decide the child's place of birth.
The Commonwealth Bank of Sydney announces higher fixed deposit rates to align with major trading banks. New rate levels for three month and six month terms are set to match Commonwealth Bank of Australia and Bank of New South Wales adjustments. Banking officials indicate other lenders may follow suit across Australia.
The Vire Pinchball Association reports no cut in Meméral Oval usage fees despite council sympathy. Town officials aired concerns over revenue and employment, with several members urging stabilization of the charge as a condition for continued operation.
A murky report notes Melbourne appoints a new fire chief and mentions Officer Vineste af Tunerin and several town officials. The piece references the Australian Fire Tribes, station qitieer, and a presentation at Basletie Wil with unclear events and dates.
New York reports flood danger easing in New England and the Ohio Valley while the Ohio River remains at a dangerous height. Lowland areas across Ohio Indiana and Kentucky are flooded forcing mass evacuations and tens of thousands displaced. Official counts estimate up to 420000 people affected.
Sparse hospital notes report Miner Stoke admitted to Pirie Hospital with slight improvement. Giunta in hospital since last Monday making satisfactory progress. Constable Olsson formerly stationed at Pirie West, various residents on leave or returning home, and a caravan trip planned for the Upper Murray districts. Town Council meeting highlights and clergy delegation arrival in Sydney. Lieutenant Colonel Slattery to take Salvation Army role in Melbourne. Brigadier Pembertoy to head Perth HQ. Rev. Dewar to Scots Church Adelaide. Metro Police officer Wyle Nation noted.
Town council endorsed two recommendations for A H Rieschick the engineer to install new transformers to take more electric current from Broken Hill Associated Smelters for rate payer use. The engineer said six months needed and work must start before next summer.
Pirie Local Board of Health and Dr B G Johnston called for immediate supplies of anatoxin to immunise children amid fears diphtheria could spread from Port Augusta and Wallaroo. They discuss free provision by the Central Board, direct doctor cooperation, and classroom screening to identify carriers while stressing parental consent and no public alarm.
A scrambled transcript shows the mayor quizzing an engineer about age and suitability for a technical job, while plans to hire English-speaking workers are questioned. The exchange touches on youth, language, and workforce class in the community.
The ISA room project, presented by the committee, reports total renovations costing between £40 and £50 including electrical work, removing part of a partition, and related improvements. The motion to proceed with the plan was carried after debate, with several members expressing concerns about the peasants and local authority.
A town council meeting reviewed a communication from the town planner seeking to divide an allotment at the corner of Pine Street. The chair noted no official council action was needed, calling it a mere fortune application while Wells and others discussed a block that should carry only one.
The report details council business including approval for four allotments by Singson and Wood ets, payments to several contractors, and preparations for the south eastern entry. It notes many vessels arriving, coastal trade activity, and ongoing delays in approvals and work.
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