29 Mar 1919
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Mar 29, 1919
Page
1
The report details a worsening influenza outbreak with two additional fatalities and an inflow of 14 new cases bringing the total to 28. Public health warnings urge people to avoid crowded houses and for residents to stay indoors as hospital wards show rising patient numbers and convalescent care notes.
The Crystal Brook health board session reported no influenza cases locally and weighed legal power to establish an isolation hospital. Attendees included Mr Davidson Kan De, Mr Forgan, Mr Gale, and Messrs. Morrish and Norhe, with notes on improving infection control and inquiries to government references. Nazetha cold remedy advertisement appears among local notices.
A Greek cafe owner Antoniadis from Port Pirie faced a Port Pirie Supreme Court jury on charges of attempted murder following a violent incident at the City cafe. Witnesses described revolver shots fired in the cafe as the proprietor and associates clashed with rival patrons, with the accused claiming self defence and account of a struggle over a revolver. The case continues as evidence and testimonies are presented.
London Thursday reports the British railwaymen's union has accepted the offer of settlement. Unauthorised miners' strikes are spreading with over 80,000 workers left without work.
Paris reports Berlin will not attend the VeeJee Conference as German forces resist Polish incursions and threaten military action. Allies caution that German threats may alter plans and security around the talks.
In Leeds a man was found guilty of attempting to inflict grievous bodily harm after a street brawl over a revolver and chair attack near Ellen Street. The court heard threats of violence and a subsequent arrest by police, with the judge sentencing to twelve years hard labor, subject to later Governor’s petition.
The League of Nations drafting committee receives amended Covenant language while Japan seeks a formula acceptable to Dominions over disarmament and race clauses. The commission notes amendments may affect the project and signals prolonged consultations with Paris reporting ongoing friction among Japanese delegates and delegations from California and Washington.
Paris dispatch reports British authorities expect peace terms ready by at least April 15 with Allied negotiators preparing for final settlement. The progress follows joint discussions and ongoing diplomatic effort after extensive wartime talks.
Reuter's dispatch from London notes improved conditions in Keypt with Meder areas restored and towns calmer. However Bedouins are reported assembling in the west, raising concern about possible loot and local security.
A garbled OCR fragment shows Masaryk and a presidential denial linked to an identity dispute. The text is incomplete, but indicates a notable public statement denying a role or status. Further context is unavailable in this excerpt.
Readable text hints at a Weedon Parent series update with mention of northerly winds and later weather effects. Unclear full names or dates due to damaged OCR. The fragment suggests upcoming shifts in conditions and potential scheduling impacts.
Fragmented notices describe multiple church services across Florence Street Port Pirie Hey shart churches and open air services led by Rev A Gowans and Rev Edgar Miller with no Sunday School in some cases. Transformer plant install promised with shelters on four sides. Morning and evening services listed with altered schedules.
A Tuesday night parish gathering discusses unity in the face of wartime strains. Proposals include a new rotunda at a park bridge and funds estimated around 2100. Local committees plan memorial and social events with hopes for community cohesion and swift action.
In Bore district, notices list individuals Sut Pokies and Jeneo along with Alexander as part of church activities. The brief marks attendances and potential associations within the local Church of Christ.
Church notices list a series of meetings and open air events in Kaccarin and surrounding areas. Activities include morning and evening gatherings, band leading, Holy Communion, Sunday School, and charitable foci.
Budd, a condemned prisoner, was escorted this morning to the train under guard. He walked to the carriage with handcuffs as a crowd gathered, mostly unconcerned, while authorities prepared for carrying out the death sentence in Adelaide.
Reports from United Service London say Hungary declared war on Servia. Jury in the Badde murder trial at Gladstone completed service, presenting Sergeant Hond with a merchan pipe as thanks. A former prisoner of war is due home aboard the transport ship. A Port Pirie baby boy arrives, with local notices and theatre plans for Florence Street.
The Anngal General Meetly of the AWA Hall convened at 4 Monday with Tragles 2) Presentation 1 fur rar Bi 1g/d8 and 3 Mwlitor’s ending 24/424 1 Appointment af Auatiter for 12 Homily. Special General Meeting to consider amendments to the Rules of the BALAS including new rule additions. Secretary A. Cottell presides. attendance optional for Accident Fund members.
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