02 May 1938
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 02, 1938
Page
1
London reports show Britain and France satisfied with two days of talks on world problems. Delegations led by key ministers reviewed wide issues from European appeasement to non intervention and efforts toward peaceful settlement. Both sides expressed hope for productive future cooperation.
In Kalgoorlie on Sunday an Italian miner Felice Armanasco faced two charges from a near deadly prank. He allegedly attempted to sour wine with alum, harming his drinking companions Dino Patroni and Giacomo Carli at Patroni's boarding house. Armanasco appeared in Leonora Court charged with attempted death and, separately, with intending to injure and causing Patroni and Carli to take poison.
Ronald Stanley Greedy a 14 year old boy of Shenton Park died after a cycle he was riding collided with a bus at Shenton Park. The bus wheels are believed to have run over his chest and he died almost instantly at the scene.
Canberra reports that the Transport Conference agenda committee plans a detailed discussion on break of gauge problems later this year. Minister J McEwen of the Interior said break of gauge will be a major item with investigations already conducted by a committee including the secretaries to all State Railways Commissioners. The article notes ongoing controversy surrounding the issue.
Port Augusta Town Council will see about 13 miles of Main Western road from Port Augusta West to Lincoln Gap Station treated with bitumen penetration. Work is set to start this week and run about six months. Mr McEwen expresses confidence in interstate railway cooperation to address gauge breaks and may seek NSW reports on the device.
A chaotic raid at an urban police station in London ends with six constables killed. The attackers seized weapons and ammunition as they lured the officers into stables, then fled the scene. Prime authorities pursue suspects amid international tension.
A suggestion by Sir George Murray at a Law Society dinner that the legal profession should have a home near the Supreme Court offices received strong approval from leading legal authorities. Mr A J Hannan, president of the Law Society, stated that the idea met keen approval and support.
Council to discuss a proposed Adelaide legal home backed by Sir George Murray and F Villeneuve Smith KC. They argue the library and hall would elevate the profession, reduce costs through shared resources, and cut travel time to courts, though exact costs are yet unknown.
Australian cricket team led by Bradman opened the Worcester match in a strong manner, compiling 474 for the loss of six wickets after Bradman’s 258 in a high scoring display. Fingleton supported with steady batting as the hosts struggled to contain the Australian attack.
The Board of Control decided not to send another batsman to England to replace Barnes in the Test cricket team. Clem Hill defended the decision, noting the absence limits and the effect on selection. He said the appeal would be unprecedented and the team faced a tight three-month window before competition resumed.
A Wilti passenger plane from Tirana crashed and burned near Rome killing nineteen people, all believed to be members of the Albanian Legation. Ferita was among the dead.
Spencer Gulf Aero Club plane overturned at Pirie Aerodrome yesterday afternoon. Pilot T Searle of Solomontown escaped with minor injuries after the machine struck a bank and nosedived. The aircraft suffered gear damage and will be repaired and back in the air within a fortnight. The accident caused a stream of spectators before nightfall.
Ball and Jensen, two escapees from Magill Reformatory, were recaptured near Modbury today after escaping yesterday. The pair, Sunjay Olin Ball and Allan Gustave Jensen, reportedly hid after their breakout and were found following their first night on the run. Such incidents raise concerns over security at the reform facility.
London ministers weigh Czech crisis as a clash erupts on Bratislava outskirts near the Austrian border. A Sudeten German was shot in the leg after five Sudeten Germans, posting Swastika notices, attacked police. An inspector fired after stones were thrown. five Germans were arrested.
In Hankow an air raid to honor the Japanese Emperor's birthday left many dead or wounded. About 50 Chinese and 39 Japanese planes clashed in a fierce battle. Chinese forces lost three aircraft while Japanese losses reached 20. Civilians cheered the downing of hostile planes amid the chaos.
In London on Sunday at Bournemouth the women’s singles event saw Miss Scriven defeat Miss Wynne of Australia 7 5, use of outdated notation implied. Wynne faced Naneve in the semi final while Scriven advanced to the final.
Unclear OCR fragment describes a search or stakeout around North Kensington location and a fence with a deep penetration into a waterway. Other references appear on Page 2.
Yesterday's record shows a maximum of 68.9 with the 24 hour minimum ending at 8 30 am. Saturday logged a maximum of 69 at 8 30 am and a low of 49.7.
A large-scale bombing across the city left half a mile of streets strewn with dead and wounded as buildings collapsed. Thirty charred bodies were recovered from one shop while the Hanyang Arsenal, China’s largest facility, escaped damage.
Support for a uniform divorce law is voiced by an Australian committee and Adelaide authorities. They advocate shire courts gaining Federal jurisdiction on domicile to make state courts effectively Federal in divorce matters. Local leaders call for Australia-wide domicile and Commonwealth divorce laws with broad backing from the Women's Non-Party Association.
Florence on the eve of Herr Hitler's arrival shows lukewarm Italian sentiment toward Germany. Authorities tighten security as streets are rebuilt and citizens voice mixed views. Officials fear public unease and emphasize cautious diplomacy amid Rome-Berlin ties and German exile shifts.
Thirty eight passengers are on board the motor vessel Moonta for the Spencer Gulf trip and are expected to arrive early this morning. Passengers include A. R. Packer C. F. Hiewa A. R. Packer C. F. Brown P. W. Haddy C. Cramp H. Hughes V Sarrard R. B. M. Kingswood W. Dyer Clover and D. Clancey.
The article quotes Judge Rutherford predicting evil ahead and discussing flood risks and relief for settlers. It notes a belief that a road system is being influenced by government actions and rail-related issues. The piece references Ireland and Ireland-related relief measures with a tone of caution and concern.
Sydney report cites Mr Pau Spender KC urging urgent reform to bring domicile divorce under Commonwealth control. He argues Parliament has constitutional power to legislate on marriage, divorce, and matrimonial causes to counteract adverse effects from state free laws.
Reading the list of recent travelers on trains to Adelaide Pirie and nearby trips, the item notes Mr M M B Middleton from Senate rosd isdon Park a passenger, Mr Bert Woodhouse from Vietoris Park planning six weeks away, and Mr M W Kearney with Mr and Mrs W F Maddock from Melbourne returning from Perth holiday. It mentions Mr Maddock as president of the Australian Federal Cycling Council, and staff leave details for Mr George Dean of the El Jaroo steamer. Also reports a resignation for health, Mr W Hoss traveling to Melbourne to take up metallurgy lectures, Mr Alex Hunter injured in a Main Road crash, and other local figures, with hospital updates and travel movements.
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