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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 04, 1922
Page
1
Ronald True's behavior and oddities surface as key evidence in a murder trial, detailing his reputation and alleged motive while prosecutors present the case. The defense challenges credibility, highlighting inconsistencies and questioning the reliability of eccentric conduct.
Fragmented OCR text describes a carnival scene with names and actions. Readable elements include Lavery, Wish, Muin, Hetty, Venliss, and a period setting. The passage hints at a social gathering or event with playful or theatrical imagery, though specifics are obscured.
The readable parts show a fragmentary public notice or notification likely from a newspaper page with names and actions unclear. Content is insufficient to identify a clear event, date, or responsible entity.
A district court has refused to grant a divorce in the Miller case. The judge dismissed the petition, leaving the couple's marital status unresolved and the matter closed on procedural grounds.
In a contested case lodged by Mrs. Miller, Justice Hill castigated both parties over a disputed courtship amid allegations of age disparity and public disgrace. Witnesses testified to inconsistent events, while authorities noted the affair as a matter of moral concern on the island.
Tokio dispatch reports three Japanese destroyers shelled near Port Arthur while a convoy carrying three tiles to Mukden is described as en route for General Chang Tso Lie’s forces. No cabinet shuffle confirmed as Premier contemplates ministerial changes amid limited progress.
In County Cork armed men abducted a Crown solicitor, forcing a ransom of £950 after demanding 1000. The target, Garrall, sought a priest as threats loomed, then escaped with police aid in a sequence that included a motor ride to a remote mountainside and eventual release. Subsequent warnings prompted retreat to Meath and Meath’s Meath involvement is noted as the British military became involved.
A Genoa Conference statement retracts a prior pledge and requires a signed paper to confirm the reversal. Details are unclear in the fragmented report, with limited context about the parties involved or the terms of the retraction.
Telegraphing from Genoa, Wickham Steed reports M Barrere refused to sign a document until Paris issues clearer instructions, signaling France may not want Belgium to stand alone. French delegation amendment followed, with Lloyd George warning of Eastern Europe’s pacification risks and potential wider consequences. Barthou stated Russia must accept terms for any further talks.
A terse diplomatic note from the British Foreign Office cites a probable treaty between Italy and Angora. The report suggests four separate agreements were prepared, with July action anticipated to adjust relations and align new terms.
Unclear text describes Sydney show jumping where a pony named Minnubs Up and rider Mion fail to beat Musi che retonh sequence causing a ground record to be challenged. Officials note a near ten feb ha relates Humbsey and Hy, with uncertain details about the cause and subsequent Derby timing.
The text appears garbled and lacks clear persons or organizations. It does not provide readable events or facts suitable for a concise news card.
The Pirie Lacrosse Association reports on its first year of existence, listing key officials, committees, and ground searches. It notes improved club activities, interstate interest, and plans for a third season with grounds at Risdon Park and a recreation oval option, amid broader regional sports development.
Reports claim Dublin forces seized republican positions in Galway and Kilkenny, capturing Renmore barracks and principal Hartachs offices. Rebels resisted near Renmore and Kilkenny. Irish Bank of Ireland branch and city centers were reportedly secured by regular troops as Belfast delegates arrived with arms.
Dublin report says anti treaty commander O Connor calls army unification a political dodge to divide the Republicans. Irish elections likely to be held on June 15, Reuters notes.
News from Genoa reports an agreement between Russia and Shell Company to cover concessions across the Caspian region with a British victory in a major conflict seen as a factor. Shell and oil rivals bid for three weaponized concessions while Stumland Company appeared likely to win.
Reports from Kilkenny describe heavy combat with many casualties and visual confusion. The Times notes that Pree Shiters captured 140 prisoners as fighting rages in the area.
The piece reports behind the scenes dispute over salaries for arbitration judges and deputy judges to assist the vice president of the Commonwealth, with proposals up to £4,900 discussed but not accepted. Government opposition and unsettled cabinet plans push appointments into a long delay, as negotiations with lawyers and officials fail to reach a consensus.
Harrow reports General Smuts warning that disarmament must end across Europe or Armageddon threatens civilization. Smuts vows to support Lloyd George, praying for his triumph in the struggle against militarist regimes. If he fails, the result would be dire for Europe and civilization.
The notice notes a production featuring Charles Ray with a First Ni Hona Rayplayed and Raymade, scheduled for Saturday at Coote.
A policeman at Youngsta ton confronted a miner at Lambing Flat while he ate raw pumpkin and a tea like liquid during a breakfast break. The man continued digging after the meal, appearing content, with his bed nearby in the shaft.
The Times Malta dispatch reports 459 Maltese sailed to Australia this year with 90 returning briefly, as the Emigration Department notes strong, favorable reports from settlers. The department aims to increase Malta’s quota, citing quality for colonisation and plans to confer with Australian authorities.
The Prime Minister Mr Hughes toured Western Australia by train and road for fourteen days, impressed by the countryside and the potential for a migrant settlement scheme. He praised the group system, rich soil, and regular rainfall, noting the plan to extend wheat expansion and build railways, while urging Commonwealth Government support as settlers work to develop the western heritage.
Canada witnesses a vigorous campaign to shift shoppers toward domestic merchandise. Toronto exhibits showcase jewelry clothing and accessories while department stores report 80 to 90 percent of sales from home-made goods. Toronto merchants promote Canadian-made lines and trade bodies rally behind the program.
In a Johannesburg letter to a Sydney friend, Winifred Ross cites a Rand strike attempt to link South Africa with Australia on white supremacy. A banner reading White South Africa was carried by a marcher, credited to KaMur, illustrating labor tensions as white workers resist being replaced by Black labor.
A Genoa telegram says the Soviet Government and Shell have agreed to grant Shell a monopoly on Russian petroleum exports for a fixed period. The contract is signed by a Shell representative and M. Kraseim for Russia, with the Soviet to take half of the net profits.
Genua Tuesday reports the Russian delegation denying any general concessions to Shell Oil Royal Dutch and Anglo Persian. M Krassin said talks included local concessions only if the Soviet recognition stands. He added Standard Oil had not offered shares in concessions.
A passenger train collided with a goods train between Hirson and Bar le Duc today near Paris. Four people were killed and 30 injured according to Reuters.
Julie Robert Thompson of Poet Pine seeks a divorce from Myrile Olle Thompson on grounds of alleged misconduct with Hendrick Enthoven. Petition states marriage occurred April 1 1917 at Port Pirie and misconduct occurred there in September or October. L A Whittington represented petitioner. decree nisi granted.
Melbourne reports the extradition hearing for America Evie Marald McBride and his wife Maisie. The defendants face charges of forging Commonwealth inscribed stock valued at £6000, held in property of JA. Girahgu, former employer of McBride. The hearing resumes to determine if an extradition order will be issued following the evidence and a Governor-in-Council recommendation.
Mrs Graig known as Laura Suerte says in a Melbourne letter that while staying in Cochin India two assailants robbed her and Abs Craig of rings after drugging them They cut the mosquito net and escaped with the rings The couple expected to quell their troubles amid public sympathy in Australia.
Report outlines plans to illuminate the London Paris Airway with ground and in air lights for night services. Pilots would see multiple lights along the route, enabling commercial night flying and allowing Londoners to travel to distant events and return by air in the same day.
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