28 Mar 1927
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 28, 1927
Page
1
Voters in South Australia cast ballots across 15 of 19 Assembly electorates while three Council divisions also voted. With 37 seats open and 74 candidates, the result could shift the government’s majority as pact candidates seek gains and incumbents face opposition.
Across several country districts the election returns show mixed outcomes with Labor and independent candidates competing. Port Adelaide produced a notable surprise while independents influenced several seats. The overall pattern suggests mixed support for government parties and pact candidates with incomplete figures remaining.
Polls report high voter interest in Pirie with about 680 electors casting ballots and turnout focused on legislative questions. Observers note lively discussion on candidates, party lines, and the direction of local government as results near completion.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a disputed poll in Stanley with vague references to a venue, officials, and possible feuds. Names, dates, and concrete actions are unreadable, yielding only a sense of contested proceedings and unrest surrounding a meeting or election event.
Fragmented OCR text shows scattered phrases about a House of Assembly and various names and places. The readable items include references to Galway or Moline, Agnes Goode, Burr, private parcels, and a jumble of personal names, dates, and locations, lacking coherent context or narrative. The passage appears as a garbled collection of political and personal names with no clear event, outcome, or dates to report.
Fragmentary North Adelaide item mentions Pow Suibes Hull and WoUbuvi Lae SW, with references to Neston Party AS and Whitten last names. Includes garbled phrases and unclear actions, possibly a local cricket or club update with miscellaneous names and incomplete details.
A fragmentary notice from Port Adelaide mentions Wanted Muni OH Nally 26988 and 1p Thompson with an ads deal 18549 vb J. Coudom and a reference to Mr Pris vealed in April. The text is garbled but implies a substitution or appointment and a public or legal matter without clear details.
Vague OCR snippet lists names and party labels alongside numbers such as 12,500 and 3891 Stamford Lab. plus several Lib entries and scattered references to Pact and led. roles. No clear candidate actions or outcomes are stated beyond partial tallies.
Fragment reads as a jumble of names, numbers, and place fragments. It mentions entities like Flinders, Pollard, Mosely, and Grail with scattered references to dates and scores, but lacks coherent narrative or complete details.
In September 189% the East Torrens notice records an allotment of votes at the Hamilton polling place. Names such as Kaesbowe and Sutton Lib appear among fragments. the document references various candidates and lab notes with unclear details from a partial OCR scan.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a polling sale and names unlikely readable entities. The readable bits suggest a local election or sale notice with uncertain details. No coherent events or clear actors emerge to form a concrete item.
The readable passage is garbled with numerous misspellings and lacks identifiable names, places, dates, or events to form a coherent summary. No verifiable entities or actions can be extracted for a proper card.
Port Pirie and Lyn sorted through the tab at Vilage Las Pavel to settle outstanding items. Local patrons reported unclear records while staff promised corrections and clearer ledgers in coming days.
A fragmented OCR note from Newcastle references unclear names and dates, including mentions of Nuveen Wet and Hertiet Taity with scattered numbers like 270930 and Muller 4. The readable bits hint at a list or event but lack coherent context or actionable details.
Fragmentary historical note with unclear names and places. readable bits suggest a local event or wording but specifics are obscured. Overall, the fragment provides minimal actionable details and no identifiable individuals, organizations, dates, or locations.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Western Australia and a political event. Key names and details are unclear, with garbled phrases about elections, ministers, and tours. The readable content does not establish a clear lead or outcome for a standalone item.
Fragmented OCR text shows scattered place names and initials. Reads like a damaged local notice with multiple unreadable words, numbers, and unclear entities. No coherent event or outcome can be established from the readable fragments.
Alexandra James Wane and the Yorke Peninsula project facing halted water schemes amid unclear ownership and management issues. Officials cited disrupted plans from past arrangements and the need for new oversight to resume progress.
A fragment from Central District notes a terse report on a match or race. Names and places appear garbled but indicate a district level event with potential participants and outcomes obscured by scan errors.
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Polling totals in Pirie show Pirie West Blessing led by George with 561 votes and McHugh 542 while Miles had 188 and informal 3. In Solomontown Blessing George 499 and McHugh 498 with Miles 161 and informal 8.
After last week’s riots the Chinese situation appears steadier though foreign settlements are being fortified. In Shanghai and Nanking fortifications are erected as tensions flare. Reports describe patrols, machine guns, and signs of anti foreign sentiment while student groups mobilize aid and condemnations surface from Western powers.
Fragmented report describes a dramatic sea clash involving the Nurtiein cruiser Laiehl and others in foggy seas near Shanghai. Observers note explosive exchanges, shifting control, and pursuit by allied forces as ships maneuver under heavy fire.
An obscure report from Nanking narrates a dangerous incident involving Sunitiy Hiculoy and Me Jala Jak during a chaotic sequence at the city walls. The piece describes violent chaos, casualties, and shifting allegiances as Southern forces clash with the surrounding party, with lingering questions about responsibility and safety.
A garbled report mentions Japan and international powers amid seismic events and flood concerns. It references protections for Japanese nationals, naval movements, and a tense foreign policy climate as governments react to regional instability.
Queenly pageantry marks the Royal visit to Australia as the Duke and Duchess of York enter Sydney aboard the Renown. Hundreds of thousands line foreshore and streets to cheer, with planes and artillery salutes enhancing a day of festive loyalty. The couple later tour Government House as crowds press to glimpse them amid celebratory pomp and official receptions.
The readable fragments describe landing parties and naval maneuvers with references to various places and fleets. Strong entities include Nan Aine, Wauruied, Kaul, ANG, Aratiate, and Ne Hes in a military planning context.
British naval action reports seize a vessel amid ongoing hostilities. The incident involved multiple ships and crews, with soldiers and sailors disembarking ashore following engagements. Details are scattered in the OCR but indicate a seizure and loss of one ship while others remained in combat readiness.
British residents report 1,000 Chinese killed during the Nanking bombardment. Southern forces’ capture of the city prompts a public demonstration in April at Wallvan, reflecting nationalist tensions and relief over the turn of events amid chaotic refugee movements and diplomatic unease.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Sunday writs attempt near Maryborough involving James Hock and Moowned with unclear actions and a sulky rider. The readable text is garbled and lacks concrete names or events.
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