24 Mar 1947
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 24, 1947
Page
1
Engineering union leaders threaten a state wide blackout if weekend penalty rates are not granted. Tram and rail services to be cut as the Federated Engine Drivers and Firemen's Association, Sheetmetal Workers and other unions push for action amid delays in arbitration decisions.
Officials fear impact on elections as major unions decide to stage periodic strikes. The plan emerged after a Federal Arbitration Court ruling and involves penalties for weekend work, with the action set to unfold in New South Wales.
London reports a government backed plan to raise coal production to 200 million tons this year. National Union of Mine Workers pledges cooperation to attract more workers including disabled persons with priority to mining villages and aluminium housing as Britain presses industrial recovery.
United States and Britain join Colombia and Australia in asserting the Atania Winst ay and a Corky Chui incident while details of a deadly October 22 event aboard a British naval vessel are debated as discussions continue.
Batavia reports Indonesia and the Netherlands near signatures on the Cheribon agreement to establish 5 United States of Indonesia and a Netherlands Indonesian Union. The signing, expected soon, follows a November initiation and a recent Dutch sign-off.
Paris report says all main parties agreed to remain in the government after a two hour cabinet meeting. The cabinet decided not to resign or re sign any agreement, ending the crisis with government continuity.
Paris reports French mining experts aim to exploit Moroccan coal and mineral deposits. North African Coal Works formed with capital 2,000 French francs. Mines council to include pit workers and directors. New machines planned. iron smelting study society formed. Lead mining progressing. copper seams hint at further growth.
An official claims France holds about 3208 tons of untaxed gold stashed in socks and safes, with the state described as impoverished. Since September 1944 undeclared gold has entered France from Switzerland, Belgium and other nations, arriving at several tons weekly near Neslike.
Moscow radio quoted Molotov urging restoration of a Russian-style government in Germany. He called for a two chamber parliament, democratic elections, and a return to the Weimar basis under Allied oversight, warning a weak Germany would trouble Europe. Britain and France criticized the idea citing presidential powers.
Manila report says President Roxas and United States Ambassador McNutt signed a five year military assistance accord linking the Philippines to American defence plans for the Western Pacific. The agreement formalizes cooperation and defense commitments between the two nations.
Senator Owen Brewster, speaking to American Legion delegates, warned Britain may dominate world air routes while American forces lag in size and science. He cited RAF plans for 370,000 personnel next year versus 250,000 in US Air Forces, and claimed Russia led in aircraft propulsion and escalating military spending.
London readers learn the Ministry of Food announces the sugar and sweets ration will be restored to 402s a week from March after a four week cut caused by fuel shortages. The notice marks a relief amid wartime shortages for British households.
The Recorder reports that night trains will be removed on Tuesdays and Thursdays while normal passenger service returns from today on the Pirie Adelaide line. Stationmaster AG McInerney said an augmented service is hoped to run at Raster.
Capt A Preece OBE, who led the London Victory Parade contingent, is identified as master of the tanker British Princess which docked at Pirie last evening. At Solomon Town School parents meeting, J R McKinnon chaired and elected Moses D Perkins chair, C P Cunningham secretary, R A Lethbridge treasurer, L Stanwix LN Smith, E Champion, P Northcott as committee. G E Dawson named honorary auditor. Pirie Hospital reports Mayo: Messrs S Cottell and H B Turner discharged. C H Catchpool admitted. new surgical patients J C Zambke and Brian Holdsworth.
In the metropolitan area meat supplies will be limited tomorrow with some butchers lacking stock while a few may have enough to last the day or until Tuesday. Rationing rules restrict transport from non rationed areas to rationed zones and some towns still have meat available. Cattle market orders are down from last Monday with 119 trucks originally planned.
A party from Ellendale Interstate Tourists' Club returned from a 6 200 mile tour to Brisbane via Broken Hill and Sydney convinced small country towns roads are a disgrace. They criticized Pirie roads as neglectful and warned against low town prospects. They praised local picket boards and beautification efforts aided by Smelters management as a bright spot.
United States plans to send mobile, lightly armed forces to Greece rather than mass troops. Heavy bombers and tanks will be withheld. instead light tanks, trucks, jeeps, armored cars, mortars, and automatic weapons will be delivered. Naval forces will also be sent to Greek ports to show U.S. support.
Sydney report says two men entered a lion’s cage last night and beat back an enraged lioness that mauled trainer Mrs. Frederick Schaefer known as Madame Kovar. She suffered severe thigh injuries and was admitted to hospital after the attack near a performance hall.
Mr Hackworthy warned against low mood after the WH-IB war and urged youth to seek economic security through community centres and religious faith. He criticized materialism, class tensions, and the failure of the church to provide future security, noting a Russia church example. Accompanied by Dr Hill, he visited Pirie for the weekend.
A fire last night in Bendigo Melbourne destroyed a furniture factory causing damage estimated at more than all local property records. Fire crews battled flames as eyewitnesses reported heavy smoke and intense heat. Authorities are assessing the scene and no injuries are confirmed yet.
Melbourne reports the decision to cancel the planned May Day strike by the emergency committees of the Australasian Council of Trade Unions. President PJ Clares cited the Commonwealth Arbitration Court’s stance and the absence of key officials Monk and Crofts due to illness as reasons for shelving the stoppage. J V Stoat and Messy Clarey attended the meeting representing Trades Hall Council.
W Stewart retires after 31 years with Allied Smelters at Dwight and Lloyd plant. The farewell social at Buffalo Hall featured tributes from superiors and colleagues, a silver service gift, chromian keepsakes, and humorous gifts reflecting his shift leadership. Stewwart known as Stewie, leaves with best wishes for health.
Tennis leaders lost to rivals in a Midland district weekly clash. The report lists multiple player pairings and set scores, with names including Maynard Richards Murdoch Jewell Chapman and Megaw, plus a season trophy awarded by local donors.
Nine year old Vito Rudolph Pappagalo was thrown from a bicycle in a collision with a car driven by Fr Shane Desmond Connor in Solomontown near Moorhouse Street at about 12:30 PM on Friday. Vito died at Pirie Hospital early Saturday and his six year old brother Nicolin, riding on the bar, was injured. Parents are Mr and Mrs Francesco Pappagalo of Queen Street. The accident occurred after morning classes at St Anthon School. Fr Connor and police attended. Fr is reported to be in stable condition. The boys were taken to hospital by motor vehicle from the scene.
Adelaide trades hall delegates from the Shop Assistants and Warehouse Employes Federation demand a new Shop Act. They seek a 40 hour five day week, uniform hours, air conditioning in larger shops, lockers and seats for women, compulsory unionism, and entry rights for officials. They plan monthly half day off for basement workers and higher margins for country assistants, plus a national adult wage for workers over 21.
A man, Brian Holdsworth, dived into shallow water near Port Cyrive during a jetty gathering yesterday. He was admitted to Pinte Hospital with no visible injuries reported at the scene.
An East Town meeting of the Parks and Highways Committee on April St approved clearing Pirie West Swamp area. They plan land transfer under district control, establish a layout with paths, plant trees and shelter houses, and set a budget around £80. R Trewerry chosen chair, J Catchpule and Nelson named treasurers. West Ward reps attended. committee to manage and fund works.
Reports from Adelaide detail discussions on planning and delegates, with focus on tax policy and regional centers. Anakin Vit and officers coordinate actions as exploration of reforms broadens, while leaders debate budget impacts and industry outcomes near River Murray.
Variable winds with generally light to moderate speed. Light easterly breezes favored in southern areas. Overnight temperatures and conditions not specified.
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