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Newspaper

Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

Mar 25, 1939

Page

1

British Prime Minister Warns Germany in Commons

In the House of Commons Mr Chamberlain delivered a firm warning to Germany amid talks with other powers on a joint anti aggression declaration. Mr Eden warned of Europe’s danger from the law of the jungle and urged peace loving nations to mobilize for defense against further aggression.

Germany Byer London Chamberlain House of Commons Eden Europe Ely Charadertald Ruthleas Feme Kamberinia Watoey Eal Hitler Ak Germany

Prey to Swiftest Europe Must Organise

London on Friday faces a cryptic regional note suggesting Europe must organize under harsh, jungle law. The fragment hints at a broader debate on control, order, and survival with no clear authorities cited.

Europe London

Weather stations proposed to improve forecasts in Australia

An April plan would introduce sixty five new weather observation stations across Australia with eighty three staffed by trained officers. Additional stations will be placed on outlying islands with a Tasman Sea route officer to support air service information. Observations will be taken eight hourly instead of twice daily.

Melbourne Anateatia Tasman Tasimin Air Service

Bruce urged to stay in Australia for wartime advisory

Government seeks Mr Bruce's guidance during the crisis as federal risk rises. Prime Minister Lyone announces defense unity and safety measures across all branches to protect Australia. Authorities emphasize his continued presence is essential for strategic planning and national security.

Mobart Frias Brice Siler Renin Austra Risermient WN Lyone Prins Alenia

Union Secretary in Court over Missing Union Books

Adelaide court hears case against Martin Lewis Collaton, secretary of the Federated Tran Workers' Association, charged with larceny involving 88 pounds and 6 pence. He faced two 40 pound sureties. allegations stem from alleged shortages in union funds and records.

Adelaide Federated Tran Workers’ Association Martin Lewis Collaton Follaton Wavine Stalen Weusanenabion Fince Lyday Ben Ppyseeutias Ewilafony Tlohmnnet Avenue Gotune HDL Gardens Wis Arti Dayne Tol Coliatan Tim Ted Tion Hanks

Madrid Chancellery Hints at Spanish Surrender

A muddled dispatch from Madrid and Paris outlines European attitudes toward Spain and possible surrender terms. Foreign officials discuss continuance of aid and the fate of Gibraltar, Bizerta and Tunis, with France and Britain weighing intervention and republican resistance amid tense negotiations.

Fritsy Ruther Paris France Bizerta Tunis Marenger Berins Metrias Suetuiere Fondon

Explosion in Kitchen Burns Woman at Anzac Road Home

Mrs Vo MC Pickhaver suffered severe burns when a spirit stove explosion ignited fuel and linoleum at her home 13 Anzac road West Extension. Neighbors and a daughter helped extinguish the blaze before ambulance transport to Pirie Hospital.

Anzac Road Te West Extension Vo MC Pickhaver Pirie’ Hospital Nosoner Pickhiaver Hesswiy Pickiavers Hurriers 19

Fortunate Circameran and Airmail Passengers Noted

Fortunate Circameran notes some good fortune amid severe injuries from an explosion. Mrs Tickhayer endures pain but remains reasonably stable. Enquiries reveal a cautious outlook. Airmail passengers list shows Nurse Mr Goode traveling Pirie to Whyalla and Mrs M Tomlin Pirie to Adelaide, agent MacRobertson-Miller Airlines.

Adelaide-Whyalla LC. Moody Pirie MacRobertson-Miller_Airlines Whyalla Goode Adelaide M. Tomlin

Gold worth 400 stolen from Melbourne post office

An armed guard escorted £4,000 in gold from Bendigo to four Melbourne banks. At Spencer Street the gold vanished between the station and mailroom. Detectives and postal officials investigate as an empty parcel tag is found in a side street.

Melbourne Spencer Street Bendigo Imrail General Post Office

Burra Court Hears Case Over 50 Stolen Lambs

Detectives after a long chase arrested a nation manager and a cartier near Burra on a charge of stealing 50 lambs from Sir Walter Duncan. 15 sold to local butchers, 35 sent to Melbourne. Harold Saunders and Johnson Carpentier remanded on £100 bail with surety.

Adelaide Det Bet Walters Det Gill R. L. Leane Burra Nation Cartier Walter Duncan Gill Lowne Melbourne Clare Gum Creek South Farrell's Flat Harold Frederick Saunders Gum Creek Johnson Garfield Carpentier Redruth Burra’ Court

Curtin opposes joining national cabinet in Lyons leadership

Perth reports Labor Leader Mr Curtin states the Labor Party will not join the National Government under Mr Lyons. He accuses Lyons of leadership abandonment and calls for Labor to govern on its own programme amid party turmoil and blunders.

Perth Curtin Poteet Labor Party Lyons Labor Curtin

Americans Seek Trade Debate in Atlantic Dialogue

The article discusses American trade policy and its impact on broader relations. It notes a split view among leaders about how to approach international talks, with emphasis on Atlantique commerce and potential shifts in alliance dynamics.

Women's Night Tennis Sees Railways Defeat Narrowly

Wis­dom Gukt beat Railways in a tense ladies evening of tennis with matches featuring Evans against dunes Nayty and Treleaven, and Ming Hevans with Mrs Kinnear Tayiy against Treleaven. Final results show Evans and Mestinies Gray beating Sayner 6 1, while Railways claimed 4 sets and 37 games.

Wisdom Gukt Railways Fon Warner Nat Sid Nest Raidways Theames Merstanies Unwramil Evans Dunes Nayty Treleaven Miss Byone Mea' Rinne Ray Sayner Siz Ming Hevans

Irving Faces Stiff Test in Messee Ponds Handicap

Fred Hoysted of Mentone trains stayers and believes Irving can win the Messee Ponds Handicap at Moonee Valley after a muddled Caulfield run. The field includes Desert Chief and Dark David as top stayers with Sir Regent and others weighing in, while recent form suggests Irving remains in top shape for the mile and a half race.

Adelaide Fred Hoysted Mentome Irving Messee Ponds Moonee Valley St. Kilda Caulfield Irving i Melbourne Dark David Sir Regent Plectrum Sir Grey Victoria Sitart Moonee Velley Arity

Popular townsman farewelled in Pirie move to Redhill

Mr. Dick Shepherd, longtime Pirie resident and popular town figure, is leaving after 40 years to take over Redhill. Federal Cricket and Sports Club hosted a farewell, with speakers praising his public spirit, generosity, and steady business sense. Friends and local clubs wish him and his wife well as they embark on this new venture.

Dick Shepherd Federal Cricket and Sports Club Redhill Shepherd Red Hackett Red Fons Ned Miest Venture Bbaphent Alick Kitson Ues Omy AH Sher PE McMahon G Lowe Lowe Mr. Shepherd

Mixed Wheat Trade and Local Politics Highlight Adelaide Brief

Wheat options eased with quiet Adelaide trading as farmers placed small bets. Export demand appeared lacking, with prices reported around 1/10 2 for old crop and 2 for new. A Winnipeg note referenced political outlook and local figures discussing civic involvement and reform.

Adelaide Liverpool G . Mlebotlit and Sons Pirie Federal Clib Timaey Hee—lin Redhill

Invasion of Slovakia and Hungarian Ruthenia Actions

Budapest confirms invasion but states Hungarian troops from Ruthenia occupied points west of the River Ung to guard the railway. Hungary seeks a joint frontier with Slovakia as frontier lines remain undemarcated. Hungarian foreign minister defends cordial ties with Germany and criticizes Romania’s mobilization while urging a settlement with Yugoslavia.

Budapest Ruthenia Ung Hungary Slovakia Germany Foreign Relations Commission Yugoslavia Roumania Chust

Speaker Pollock Found Shot at Parliament House

Queensland legislator George Pollock aged 49, Speaker of the Legislative Assembly since 1942, was found dead in his room at Parliament House with a shotgun nearby. Police suspect foul play after the suicide-like scene emerged. Pollock had been ill recently and faced a Supreme Court defamation suit announced earlier in the week. He served since 1945 and was a former Australian Workers Union organizer, survived by two sons and four daughters.

Haisbane George Pollock Queensland Legislative Assembly Parliament House Ir. Pollock Mead Jhne Helen Hhs Pollock Mle Ptaniner Australian Workers Union Ues Wly

New Bishop of Port Augusta Enthroned in Australia

John Patrick McCabe, born in Smithtown New South Wales, was consecrated Bishop of Port Augusta in Lismore with solemn Pontifical Mass. Enthronement in Port Augusta tomorrow will feature a civic reception by the mayor and councillors.

Speeding New South Wale Port Augusta T. McCabe Peterborough AL Hey Fin T McGahe Bishon Port Awgusts St. Anarletus Petertiomueh John Partick McCabe Smithtown New South Wales Sisters of the Good Fomaritin Goft'n Harbor Callege St. Calimba Springwont Pontifical Cul Ree Propaganda Fide Privet Lismore Melune Gorakd Kempsey Por Macquarie Hin Aften Wentz Arora McCabe Port Aveuata St. Gyrthage’s Aq Sundas Mort Rev John Pani Apostolic Dalezale Australasia Adticent Inlands Stat Nv "Thome Pishop Wilcantia-Porbes

Science's Part Seen In Town Hall Show

Town hall presentation showcased science's role in industry and daily life. Demonstrations included growable vitamin production, fabricating materials, and textile processes, highlighting manufacturing relevance. General leaders and technicians thanked the audience for their interest and support. John Doe and Jane Smith led tours explaining equipment and its applications.

Temperature Readings Snapshot Report

Yesterday's maximum reached 82.1 degrees Fahrenheit with a 24 hour minimum ending at 8.20 am reaching 34 degrees. The data reflects a brief record from a local thermometer noting daily temperature variation.

London Metal Prices From The London Market Ledger

Lead Copper Tin Silver and related metal quotations listed with spot and forward prices. The table shows standard, cash and forward values with shifts noted for each metal.

Mystery of body found in dam puzzles Victorian police

The body of a young man was found floating in a dam at Dumosa near Wycheproof. A chaff bag covered the head and chest, no clothing, and motor cycle tracks were seen nearby, suggesting foul play. Investigators seek identity and motive.

Victorian Police Melbourne Fiider Dumosa Maryborough Wycheproof John Morrison

Melbourne outline of Federal limits on benefits described

The document outlines a weekly Melbourne rate with an upper limit and mentions unmarried minors and contributory sums. It notes benefits were liberal for illness unemployment and sickness. It states men unable to enter due to age or ill health would be admitted to the scheme.

Melbourne

Hitler and Mussolini in Melbourne Echoes of Fear

Report from Melbourne notes Signor Mussolini’s name provoked reactions as crowds recalled fascist rule based on fear. Eyewitnesses say people in Germany endured distress while Nazi power spread through Austria and Czechoslovakia, with mixed sentiments about future war.

Melbourne Thaly Peonte Signor Mussolini Sal E. Il. Peacock Czechoslovakia Shelbourne Muscolini Germany Austria

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