02 May 1939
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 02, 1939
Page
1
Australian Associated Press reports strong Germany as Hitler tells 100000 youths at the Olympic Stadium that Germany has become strong and will threaten the world in vain. Goebbels urges youth to defend Europe while democracies are mocked as aging and stagnant.
In a Monday report from Torio, Brita Amverien urged caution as Here Titler's Reichstas speech warned of foot intervention in the Far East. A Japanese spokesman rejected claims to meddle in international issues, affirming Japan's claim to Asia for Asians.
A garbled 1930s diplomatic briefing notes tense negotiations on Danzig and Polish demands. Warsaw officials expect transfers of League of Nations administrators and wary allies push for action. Mussolini and Brandeis staff meet in Rome. German, Hungarian and Romanian leaders discuss fronts and cooperation. British and Polish envoys in Paris and Warsaw exchange views amid a complex web of alliances.
Crowds gathered for a May Day parade angrily outside the German Consulate as a swastika flag flew. Police intervened and removed the flag amid reports of German pressure on Poland and discussions with Soviet and Western powers on interim peace and defenses.
The Commonwealth Grants Commission met to assess increases for South Australia Western Australia and Tasmania for 1939 60. Treasury officers argued the claims would raise about 11 680 000 this year and be unreasonable, though they would leave each state with a substantial surplus.
A three year old girl from Andamooks Station wandered into scrub while her father worked nearby. A police search including a coroner and a blacktracker covered eight miles before the child was found. She had walked four miles barefoot with scratched feet but was otherwise not seriously hurt.
Prices to farmers for wheat on trucks at Port Adelaide and chief outports remained unchanged at 2/1% for old crop and 2/3 for men. Overseas options on Saturday were firmer. Farmers sold wheat more freely to take advantage of higher shipper offers. Week’s world shipments totalled 1,530,000 quarters, up from 1,390,000. North America shipped 320,000, Argentina 570,000, Australia 50,000. Liverpool felt Manitoba and Plate wheat gains. May futures shifting to distant positions. London Baltic market steady. Manitoba quotes: No 12 17 per quarter 1/. No 2 £1 40. Argentine b 1. Western Australian offered at £1 34.
Latest London metal quotations show silver and gold readings with pence figures. Silver futures and cash prices fall slightly while open market gold remains unchanged. approximate ounce rates listed, including British pounds per ounce. Airmail passengers list released for the Adelaide to Whyalla service, naming Ken Reed L McMullin Don Green J McLaren.
Prime Minister Menzies speaking to the Upper Hawthorn branch of the Australian Women's National League outlined government aims to foster good relations with Pacific neighbors. He stressed friendship with America and cautioned against depicting nations as enemies. He warned against German revolutionary rhetoric and urged youth involvement to defend Australia’s destiny.
Vague report notes a shift from musical events to aviation themed activities in Melbourne. The article mentions authorities considering alternatives to concerts, referencing commissions and potential wartime priorities affecting public entertainments.
Brisbane youth John Clageton, 21, borrowed £1 from his mother to fund an air fight dream. He was remanded on bail until May 8 after being charged with attempting to steal an aeroplane from Archerfield aerodrome. Mechanics detained him at dawn as he tried to maneuver the aircraft with the engine cut out.
Mutidas claims Henneberry rejected terms offered by Peed Henneberry in Sydney. Australis and Wichiards tied to the dispute over championship scene with Wynneberry’s terms including 21,00 and appearance money. References to LSU, Turfoll, exqutises and a mule aren’t clearly connected.
Personal items from Pirie include Mr Barrett and his sister Mrs W Moore leaving Eden Hope after visiting Pic to see Mr J Barrett in hospital. Miss Gavi Pascoe of Melbourne visited Pirie by motor vessel Moonta, and A H Rieschick resumed duties after illness. Prominent locals attend council, amid updates on injuries and recoveries.
Melbourne doctors connected with cricket and football downplayed gland treatment for athletes. Dr Roy Park said it was in infancy and offers temporary stimulation only. Dr BL Morton doubted it benefits players, noting individuals have proper glands. Dr P McCumighy warned it could be dangerous and had been abandoned by some boxers.
States send semibied delegates today as unity dominates the Labor Party Federal Conference. The main item is to secure unity in the movement with official reps and New South Wales observers supporting Trainer for vice chair. The day focuses on preliminary business and tomorrow’s unity discussions.
In Adelaide on Monday, tributes were paid to the late Frank Goring in the Industrial Court. Lang, former secretary of the Trades and Labor Council, praised his dedication to industry and service as a former NSW Labor Party and Board of Industry commissioner. Judges, officials, and union leaders, including D. S. Yelland and T. P. Howard, lauded his ability, courtesy, and contributions to industry in New South Wales.
In Adelaide the Industrial Court heard arguments on extending a March 21 shop assistants award to Jamestown Gladstone and Wayalls streets and beyond. Counsel for employers sought another adjournment while union and applicants pressed for progress noting alleged intimidation and seeking individual instructions. Hearing continued with adjournment set for May 8.
The thermometer showed a maximum of 768 and a minimum for the 24 hours ending at 8.30 am, 5a.
Canberra reports the Menzies Government plans swift action to implement the full steam ahead slogan. Survival hinges on Country Party unity and opposition to any Labor no confidence move amid international tensions. Page’s stance causes disapproval. party meeting signals support to keep the ministry. The first bill is a controversial defence measure expected to trigger strong opposition from Labor.
Defence of Commonwealth reports the first batch of Wirraway aircraft to be completed at the Commonwealth Aircraft Corporation factory at Fishermen’s Bend, with deliveries rolling in over the next five months. The Wirraway is described as tested and fitted with radio and electric equipment, marking a step in Australia’s air program amid broader ties to the United States.
Balaklava farmer Garnet Mietville Heealip sues the South Australian Railways Commissioner for 218 pounds after his combine became jammed under a railway line at a temporary Balaklava crossing on May 12 last year. He claims the crossing was inadequately maintained and insufficiently filled, while the railways deny the damage and say the machine was driven off the raised portion.
The Minister of Defence announces a national register in Canberra with expected arrangements. No wastage signs were seen and force strength targeted to around 70,000, following a week total of 74,792.
In Sydney Mandry reports that the central council of the Queensland Country Party in Brisbane last week did not endorse Sir Earle Page's Canberra stance as stated by Mr E B Maher. Maher says nothing condoned his attitude and that loyalties to Page must yield to stable government and national interest.
Spear Chief won the Brisbane Cup over two miles at Brisbane on Monday. The race featured Six Pitty as a contender, with Spear Chief emerging victorious in the Bris bane Cp event.
A government body faces pressure to cover its share of funding for school projects as officials seek clarity on responsibilities. Community leaders press for rapid resolution while stakeholders outline impacts on programs and local facilities.
Last night Pick Town Council debated funding for placing in front of high and technical schools a project to improve footpaths and drainages. Engineer G A W Dehele estimated costs for trenching and providing water table drainage at £55 and a footpath at £1, with Mayor Threadgold proposing ratepayer support to benefit school children, while staff noted rates laws and potential department exemptions.
The Datenca town council heard the mayor announce plans to call a public meeting to discuss forming Datenca teams. He noted similar meetings have been held elsewhere and suggested Thursday as a suitable time, though the town hall was unavailable. He added authorities appear to favor holding such meetings.
Government provides 110 extra grant for Ellen Street main road maintenance as discussed at Pirie Town Council meeting. Highways department note allows widening on both sides, but council may use Greenwich funds to trim extra width. The Mayor called the arrangement satisfactory.
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