Australia bars MacArthur aide from visiting family
Gen. MacArthur’s staff reports Australia refused Filipino born Sgt Lorenzo Gamboa's request to visit his wife and children, citing the White Australia policy. Australian officials declined to discuss passports or possible effects on the Japan Australia air line service. Gamboa suggested transfer to the U S military staff in Melbourne as an alternative.
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Rio
MacArthur
Lorenzo Gamboa
United States Army
Australia
Gamboa
Patrick Shaw
Philly
Qantas
Manila
United States
Melakne
War Department
District nurse’s new car presented at town hall ceremony
A new car funded by the District and Bush Nursing Society was officially handed to the nurse service after a donor drive. The ceremony, led by Mrs C P Falk, featured Mrs Middleton and Mrs Hannan among supporters. The gift aims to improve district nursing as the old vehicle is retired. The car will receive a year of free servicing from Pirie Motor and Taxi Company, with W H Colley assisting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
District and Bush Nursing Society
Middleton
C. P. Falk
Spc
Howard
Turki
Pirie Motor and Taxi Company
W. H. Colley Araa
Aur
Z. W. Richards
Mr. Palk
W. Ward
Death Of Leading Hurdle Jockey Adelsyre Su
Leading hurdle jockey Adelsyre su TD McInerheney, age 24, died after the Morphetvne Dover Hurdles fall yesterday. McInerheney, married nine months to Kathleen Williams of Caulfield, had recently wed. Communist China to begin peace talks with Nationalists in Peiping in April, per communist press.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelsyre
TD. A. McInerheney
McIinerheney
Kathleen Williams
Caulfield
Jessia
Chia
Peiping
Madi Roe
Adelaide and Pirie Notes From Sea and Service
President Auriol awarded Dr Lyatt a high civil decoration for humanity. Adelaide events mark Legacy Club anniversary as Mrs Pirie and Middleton mingle. Shipping execs from Shaw Savill plan Pirie visit and Dalgety agents tour Spencer Gulf ports. Local RSL conference heads to Crystal Brook. hospital patient J W Young improves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Auriol
Dr. Lyatt
Buena Affairs
Honoc
Pronce
Middleton
Mignor
Pirie
Legacy Club
Adelaide
Spencer Gulf Ports
W. ©. Mevill
Shaw
Savill Shipping Line
E. Halcroll
W. D. Donaldson
Australia
H. M. Watson
C. Frearson
Dalgety & Co. Ltd
Russell
MIL
Badge sale raises funds for Pirie branch
A street sale of badges on Friday netted £60 for the Pirie branch of the District and Bush Waraing Society. Those who assisted included James Middleton Mayoress CP Palle O W Leitch W A Bollmeyer A C Ball A B Tre leaven S J Norris J Q Bullock P Onies Chambers C B Barbour Dobson Hi Loftes A Jsaree S McDonald W A R Crouch Mullighan F Gray and R Sudan plus Misses P Giles Jill Edson Bullock and Denise Loftes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pirie
District and Bush Waraing Society
James Middleton
Palle
W. Leitch
W. A. Bollmeyer
A. C. Ball
A. B. Treleaven
J. Norris
J. Q. Bullock
P. Onies
Chambers
Barbour
Dobson
Hi Loftes
A Jsaree
S McDonald
W. A R. Crouch
Mullighan
F. Gray
R. Sudan
P. Giles
Jill Edson- Bullock
Denise Loftes
Tornado Toll Rises to At Least 25 Across Four States
A series of violent tornadoes swept through Texas Oklahoma Arkansas and Missouri killing at least 25 persons and possibly 27. The disaster left extensive damage and disrupted communities across the region. Local authorities and storm observers reported multiple fatalities and wide area destruction with emergency crews mobilizing for search and rescue efforts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Little Buck
Arkansas
Texas
Oklahoma
Missouri
German Police to Fight for Russia Claim City News
London dispatch reports Arthur Lehmann, a German police figure, was believed to be ready to enlist with the Red Army. The article notes expectations he would join Russian forces, reflecting wartime defenses and shifting loyalties in Europe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Arthur Lehmann
Heavy Sheep Losses Reported Across Queensland
Floodwaters in central and south west Queensland have swept away thousands of sheep. Graziers report extensive fencing damage and stock losses that cannot be replaced, with broken fences allowing dingoes to breach farming areas.
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Briebane
Queensland
Gra Iaters
Pirie River Yacht Club hosts four Sharpie events in windy weekend
At Pirie River the yacht club ran four Sharpie races over two days. Saturday saw ideal sailing conditions before light wind hindered racing on Sunday. Results include Silver Comet fastest on the outside course with 2.55.7, Tryan leading in Tryan Taw Trophy at 59.58, and Wraith and Golden Swallow among non finishers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pirie River
Lewis Ce ‘Orke
Wily
Golden Swallow
Humphries
A. J. Messenger
Wraith
B. Howard
Tryan
T. J.atehpole
Sharpies
Spinitrift
A. Lewis
Silver Comet
Tegan
Spindrift
Duchess
Warm Welcome To New Minister And Wife At Geddes Social
Representatives of local churches and the ministers fraternal gathered at Geddes Memorial Hall for a well organized social to welcome Pastor and Mrs. E. G. C. Wisdom. The decorated hall, musical items, and a 4 percent vote of thanks highlighted the evening as Mayoress and Mrs Wisdom greeted guests and Mrs Middleton received thanks for organizing.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
E. G. C. Wisdom
Geddes Memohil Hall
Wisfreterne
Nab. Bante
Fe. A. Shanes
John’ Lydeamore
Middleton
Meyoress
Windom
Mr. Wisdom
Pine Branch
Congregational Church Women's Society
Wisdom
Benny
White
Bradbrook
Marsh
Leeon White
Penny
Jesdames Middleton
Ezig Barton
Church Christ
Veteran Bowler Symons Wins Champion of Champions Title
Crystal Brook veteran Lowley J Symons won the North Western Bowling Association champion of champions at Gladstone on Saturday. He defeated all association champions, with close finishes amid ideal weather and a perfect green, earning the club chip and trophies for winner and runner-up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crystal Brook
Lowley J Symons
North-Western Bowling Association
Gladstone
Hne
Symsong
H. Lehmann
Laura
J. Garnett
Jamestown
H. Young
Pirie
M. Henschke
Glatdstone
J. Saulth
Caltowie
J. Teakle
Gulnase
L. Wellington
Georgetown
G. H. Gale
Adelaide Team Visit Sparks Local Bowling Match
A South Australian Bowling Association party of 24 men with their wives will visit Pirie to play afternoon and evening matches on the local greens. Rimes from Crystal Brook and Laura join Pirie players for the afternoon game, with numerous Pirie men named in the lineup. Pirie Ladies' Club will entertain the Adelaide women players this afternoon, and a Pirie team is listed as their representatives.
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South Australian Bowling Association
Pirie
Grees
Rimes
Crystal Brook
Laura
Charles
A. C. McDonald
Young Rush
H. Thompson
J. Tivs
W. A. Bollmeyerghan
C G, McInerney
C. McDonald
J. H.ralph
J. H. K. Phillips
M. W. McKay
H. W. Lanbe
H. P. Furee
C. ¥. Hosking
G. Webster
Pirie Ladies
Adelaide
Mesdames Brown
W. Colman
A. C. Laube
J. B
Arrest at gunpoint in Adelaide linked to Beechworth escape
Police in Parkside raided a dawn house seizure recovering hundreds of pounds in property. A 29-year-old man faced Adelaide Police Court on shop breaking and larceny charges and as owner of an unregistered pistol. A diary found included Beechworth Gaol escape notes dating from March 1946 and references to Supt. W. O. Sheridan.
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Adelaide
Parkside
Beechworth Gaol
Victoria
Parkside House
W. O. Sheridan
Beechworth
North Richmond
North
Richmond
City Watchhouse
Weather Snapshot From Day To Day Lighting Times
Today's times show sunset at 6.18, sunrise 6.25 with evening 6.46. Tomorrows estimates note sunrise 6.26 and sunset 6.15 with highs near 88 to 99 degrees and cool mornings. Capital city temps list Adelaide 85.9 Melbourne 0 and others with barometer 30.268 inches. Winds shift from east to north east, a cool southerly change across the west this afternoon extending eastward. Ocean seas reported choppy with moderate winds.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capital City
Adelaide
Melbourne
Perth
Brisbane
Hobart
Lord Mayor Seeks Defamation Action Over Union Claims
Brisbane reports Alderman Chandler the Lord Mayor will sue Mr Sparkes, secretary of the tramways union, for defamation after repeated statements that the mayor refused to confer on strike issues. The defamation claim centers on remarks about negotiations with the union.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Ald
Chandler
Sparkes
Ramways Union
Otf
Tram
Red Cross Carnival Draws Large Crowd at Woodward Park
A sunny Saturday brought a large turnout to the Red Cross carnival at Woodward Park. Stalls shaded by trees sold refreshments as takings neared £10 with many children taking part in competitions. Local groups provided transport, chairs, and entertainment while volunteers staffed tea booths and rides.
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Woodward Park
Bolomontown Beach
Broken Hall
Mises Bampton
Candy
Maureen Dunstall
Patricia Arnold
Te Bakhimd
Trevor Charles Hoepner
John Mallyon
Julie Hammill
Pam Pitegerald
J . Engstrom
Shirley Wilson
Dey
Red Cross
BHAS
Excelsior Band
Dr. Bollen
Col Bottrall
Ars
K. W. Graham
Pontes
E. Davidsom
Cox
Returned Servicemen’s League
Wothers' Association
E. W. Walton
R. J. Bryson
W. J. Francis
J. Forgan
Ken Graham
J. H
Leahey
L. B. Haney
R. Wilson
S Anderson
L. O. Wundke
R. A. Ilenes
J.hoar
A. Haupt
P. Kiebach
Ball
B. Nicholson
T. F. Wells
Barbour
W. Gee
L. White
J. Hopkins
C. McDonald
R. Mudge
Hayes
T. Z Bowden
J. Meade
R. W. Woods
Importance of London Talks Prime Ministers Conference
The Commonwealth Prime Ministers conference to be held in London after Easter will cover two major points. Officials expect reference to member countries declaring themselves independent republics and defence against Communist influence. Subjects for discussion remain confidential to Prime Ministers.
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London
Commonwealth
Famwe Panettatos
Europe
Watersiders Plan Defiance of Executive in Sydney
Protest planned for Sunday as waterside workers weigh defying the Federal executive order to keep wharfs idle. The move follows reports that Pyrmont crews may ignore instructions amid tensions surrounding the prosecution of L. L. Sharkey, general secretary of the Australian Communist Party, and comments from J. Healy, Watersiders Federation secretary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
J. Healy
Waterside Workers' Federation
Healy
Pyrmont
L. L. Sharkey
Australian Communist Party
Chinese seamen Chan and Hsu fined for drunkenness and indecent language
In Pirie Police Court two Chinese crewmen from the Incharran were convicted after a disturbance at a fruit shop. Chan San, described as very drunk, resisted arrest and used indecent language, while Hsu Ming Haien was found guilty on indecency and hindering an officer. Both received fines of 1 and 6/3 costs on each count.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. Richland
Messrs. G. Dey
J. H. 5. Leahey
Pirie
Incharran
Hsu Ming Haien
Alexander Street
Geyer Sh
Geyer
Chan San
Witness
Chat
Hsu
Chan
Set. B. C. Merrett
Sgt. Merrett
Lwss
Sgt
Merrett
de [Fevre
Chan Wail
Tat Hi
Blas Accident Fund Annual Meeting Reveals Large Benefits
Figures show 31 years of benefits totalling £168,117 with £108,117 paid since inception. Trustees report income £13,341 for the year and total benefits of £122 0/5. Membership rose to 1,465, while 19 members died that year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Accident Fund
Broken Mill
E. N. Ellie
Anfirad
Jd. Kidaene
Payhorn
Pampdy
Famites
E. Cnapelhow
A. R. Waddell
T. Maxwell
H. E. Leslie
H. Flink
S. Hunter
R. C. Penney
H. S. Davis
UW. Johns
E. F. Woodward
A. J Lauritsen
A. F. Bassani
A. J. Lemmi
H. Scott
J. G. Ahola
Cc, Mormis
C. W. Brook
W. J. McGregor
M. M. Tangley
Pirie Rifle Team Second Amid Port Pirie Shoot
Pirie rifles placed second among 18 teams at Port Adelaide as Langhorne Creek dominated the event. A. A. Meschke and R. J. Norton posted possibles at 500 and 70 yards, with Pirie led by N. Cooke and others across 100 200 yard ranges. Final Pirie totals were 329 408 31, with several shooters posting strong scores in Saturday events and a dinner with Cyclists' Club noting hospitality.
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Langhorne Creek
Wyde
Pirie
Port Adelaide
A. A. Meschke
R. J.norton
Horne Creek
N. Cooke
J Norton
A. C. Bradford
N. Meadow
Allchurch
R. H.burt
P. Brandford
E. T. Martin
Itatw
R. H. Burt
Burt
H. Creasy
A. C. Branford
Meschke
R. J. Varia
Norton
Allchusch de
Pire
Cyclists’ Club
Centralia Hotel
A. C. Branford Rotary
Huxtable Triumphs in Crystal Brook 50 Yard Shoot
Sixteen shooters competed at Crata Brook Rifle Club with J Huxtable dominating both handbag and off-rifle totals in a 50 yd event on Saturday. Scores listed include Huxtable 38 96 80, Lines 45 33 80, McNeil 36 9 79, Mathews 36 33 78, Sant 35 33 77, Nor ton 33 32 74, Lines 34 30 73, Arbon 2 11 70, McNamara 30 28 70, Mon day 29 32 70, Logan 32 22 68, Lines 28 24 63. Next Saturday features a all-day 600 and 700 yd competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Crata Brook Rifle Club
J. Huxtable
Huxtable
C. G. Lines
R. McNeil
R. Mathews
M. Logan
Daughter of former Romanian king born in Lausanne
Anne, wife of former King Michael of Romania, has given birth to a daughter in Lausanne. The birth adds a royal infant to the former monarchic family, reflecting ongoing lines of succession and public interest in royal households.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rumania
Lausanne
Ess
Anne
Michel of
Railways Tennis Broad Gauge Premiers Win Second Title
Broad Gauge defeats Narrow by one set to capture the Railways Pen nant Tennis Association Broad Gauge premiership, with top players listed in multiple 6-1 and 6-2 set results. Season awards go to Ganley, Knibbs, Hunt, Lauritsen, and Ganley again for consistency and sportsmanship. Warriors beat Rovers at Risdon Park with mixed singles and doubles scores.
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Railways
Pennant Tennis Association
Broad Gauge
Narrow
Weres
L. Wade
M. Ganley
B. Anderwants
Hannigan
L. Maynard
G. B. McPherson
M. Evans
L. Gorrie
R. Virgo
Curry
Re. Wade
Maynard
McPherson
Virgo
Hunt
Wade
Corrie
Anderson
Evans
Ganley
B. Franklin
W. Richamds
M Adam
Murdoch
J—a
Michael
G. Megaw
W. Wilsdon
A Chapman
Franklin
Michael v. Adams
Wilsdon
Richards—Megaw
Chapman
Franklin—Megaw
Adams—Chapman
Richards
Michael v. Murdoch
Warriors
Rovers
Risdon Park
Wilson
Rontaunay Thompson—Perkins
Atherton
Sorensen
Pointon—Lawlor
Scarman—Cox
Boehm
Brakenridge
Solomontown Methodist Beats Warnertown in Court Tennis
In a Solomon town Methodist home match against Warnertown the Solomontown team won by four sets and 67 games to 50. Readings list multiple singles and doubles results including Beasley and A Harper, Clothier and Davies, Laurie and Potts, and Collins with various partners, with several 6-3 and 6-1 scorelines among a dense set of mixed matches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solomontown Methodist
Warnertown
Od Beasley
A. G. Ch. Beasley
A. Harper
G. Clothice
H. Davies
Ko Beam
R. Allan
G. Lock
T. Brereton
R. Laurie
A. Potts
Russian Hero Wins Grand National After Tight Finish
Russian Hero ridden by L McMorrow clinched the Grand National Steeplechase by eight lengths from Raimond and Royal Mount. Cromwell finished fourth as the time for the four miles and 856 yards reached 9.23.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
L. McMorrow
Raimond
Royal Mount
Cromwell
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Teakle
Wellington
Henschke
Smith
Wellington II
Lehmann
Adelaids
Watersiders
Tommy Watts
Key Turner
Newcastle Stadium
Port
D. C. Laubie
T. E. Hall
Seeress
C. Laube
T. Hall
W. Hennessy
B. Gearing
B. Meschke
J. Hunt
J. Nolan
Ejndicators
Raye
I. D. Binney
LM. Knibbs
E. Hunt
Rigdon Park
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