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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 04, 1935
Page
1
Paris reports that France and Russia signed a treaty for mutual consultation in danger and mutual assistance in an unprovoked attack. The pact envisions joint military training, intertwined command, and coordinated actions, with French instructors guiding the Russian army and credits enabling Russia to operate abroad.
Mr MacDonald warns Germany over its submarine and air policies and urges a restoration of international confidence. He argues Britain faces three paths: isolation, alliance with France, or closer ties with France, warning that current armament steps risk war while urging conciliation with Germany to avert a new conflict.
A distorted passage notes a speaker urging Australians to engage more with international affairs amid concerns about constitutional prospects and potential military action. The text suggests heightened anxiety about national security and policy direction.
Melbourne report notes Judge Beeby said junior employment restrictions in low cost industries cannot usually be entertained. An exception exists only if work is too arduous or unsuitable for juniors, as he announced a new ruling or interpretation in court.
Judge Beeby rules that juniors or women can carry out industry work without undue strain. He warns that price-increasing costs could retire production. The award sets minimum weekly wages of £3 6s for males and £1 14s 6d for females.
Berlin reports that Goering urged Germany to build an air force equal to any potential anti peace coalition. He acknowledged rumors of factories rushing out aeroplanes, signaling a push to boost military aviation capacities amid tensions.
Dr. Wilson, Commonwealth economy adviser, defended the federal stance before the States Grants Commission. He criticized Western Australia and South Australia for submitting memoranda on the costs of protection, calling their arguments inconsistent and illogical. He warned that recognizing state compensation for tari policy would undermine Commonwealth policy.
Deputy chairman G. H. Abbott announced AMP tax figures showing a drop from £744,000 in 1933 to £285,000 in 1924. He attributed the relief to arrangements with the Commonwealth and the Federal Government, noting substantial savings for the society.
Melbourne Friday report notes unemployed threaten a 48 hour week and Labour Party action if demands for full time relief work are unmet. Premier Dunstan signals considering national insurance as sustenance shifts end. Policy aims to replace sustenance with self time work, but cost concerns and casual workers resisting full shift work complicate implementation.
In Dublin the Dail Eireann heard Mr. De Valera state the Irish Free State withheld from the British Government 4 900 000 pounds. He cited 2 960 000 pounds in vindicated annuities and 4 692 000 pounds from duties on Free State goods.
Adelaide reports the State Cabinet approved a £5,000 grant to the King's Jebney Fund to aid maternal and child welfare. About £10,000 has been given to the unemployed as part of the King’s silver jubilee celebrations, with a request to the Commonwealth Government to consider this in welfare fund distribution.
Mr. Rofe president of an Employers' Federation stated that the upcoming holiday will be observed instead of the King's Birthday. Employees not required will receive full wages. those called to work will receive extra pay. The concession applies to federal awards but not state awards, with government provisions covering Workers' Association members.
A surprising intruder confronted a boxer leading to an arrest. Police reported the incident as a dramatic home invasion and assault case with the assailant detained after a brief confrontation.
A chronicled blood feud between rival Fite families on the northwest frontier fuels a two day siege near Calcutta. Attackers breach a miniature fortress killing all male residents including children. 15 assailants die or are wounded in the combat.
The Adelaide market note lists London Metal Exchange quotations for copper lead spelter and silver. Standard spot copper declines 1/3, forward copper falls, wire bars rise. Lead soft foreign spot down 2/6, forward down, spelter spot down 2/6, forward down, silver standard cash down 2/1/8.
Rev. A Hayes of Merida faces charges of heresy and blasphemy as the Church of England prepares its case against him. Hayes plans an episcopal church next door, while lay leader A Jessop urges withholding service and awaiting archbishop guidance. Hayes says he will proceed with a Sunday service and announce developments to the congregation.
A 30 hour week with pay was urged for the annual conference to study cost of living figures. Delegates also demanded disclosure of the firms whose price data formed the basis for those costs.
Yesterday’s high reached 67.7 degrees while the low over the 24 hour period ending 6:30 am stood at 44 degrees.
United Press reports fighting in Manila province where extremists opposed to the proposed Philippine constitution rebelled. Several persons were wounded as the clash disrupts communications and U S troops seize stations around Manila to guard property.
Capt. and Mrs. McLaren arrived in Vine by ear yesterday afternoon, staying at the Royal Exchange Hotel. Many staff and visitors at Pirie Hospital and Royal Exchange Hotel: nurses and sisters leave for Milang Port Victoria and North Adelaide. several locals discharge from Pirie Hospital. Mrs J H Yates died in Adelaide Hospital. funeral at Victor Harbor. Vic Keelan to sever ties with the Royal Automobile Association after years guiding Pirie district.
Victorian beauty winner Miss Elaine Osborne was assaulted by a intruder who entered her bedroom in Elwood. The man tried to strangle her during a struggle but nothing was stolen. Neighbors searched the building and police later conducted a search of the area. The victim remained shocked but planned to work.
Thomas Lysoh, 30, a leading dundie jockey, died after a schooling accident at Tiemagten. The death follows injuries sustained yesterday in the same incident.
Senator McLachlan outlined government stance on the Redhill to Adelaide line amid quarrels over a Commonwealth route and Salisbury to Redhill sale. He argued a saved interest burden of about £22,000 if the Salisbury to Redhill section is purchased and stressed avoiding litigation while seeking cooperative agreement.
South Africa replied with 351 as they chased a target in a London match. Worcester, bowling by Al, took five wickets for none, dominating the innings and setting a strong tone early.
Friends and relatives of Misa Olive Kelly gathered at Solomontown Palais to celebrate her twentieth birthday with dancing and music by C Liddle and Misa J Gray. Master of ceremonies was PB Fawcett. Supper included a cake cutting and gift to Miss Key.
Mr C H Chapman left Alice Springs yesterday morning in a plane with Pt Leopard from The Granites. A force landing occurred en route and Chapman has not arrived. A search party including Chapman's solicitor Brecher Webb and a black traveler left Alice Springs to locate him.
A Sydney divorce appeal hears a wife claim a spirit guided her actions after the dead mother of her husband spoke to her. The court rejects the appeal against a judge’s decision to dismiss her plea for judicial separation on cruelty and desertion grounds.
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