06 May 1922
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 06, 1922
Page
1
A fragmented item describes a Adelaide wool sale with scattered names and figures. The text mentions prices, rates, and participants, but most specifics are obscured by errors. It references buyers, marks, and dates in a vague market context.
The readable parts reference a new state movement with names and places obscured by OCR. Mentions of officials, an opposing figure, and a division within a faction suggest a political dispute and possible advocacy for a renamed or reorganized region. No clear dates or events emerge from the legible text.
Prominent artworks command large sums at sale as collectors push prices higher. The event draws attention to notable pieces by well known artists and marks strong demand in the market.
The Minister of Mame and Territories rebuts Darwin reports alleging aboriginal slaving and trafficking. He says investigators found no substantiation, the Administrator denied neglect claims, and routine aboriginal welfare checks continued daily while press replies were limited.
Fragmentary text outlines police transfers and promotions from 1906, noting individuals from Pirke, Selunvuntowa, and Port Ade Vande Sore Me. Mentions a promotion to higher ranks and duties within the Pirie Shibow area, with unclear sequence of events and personnel names.
Reports describe heavy clashes between Regulars and Irregulars near Ambacarly in Tippar and at Bungriva in Donegal. Casualties were mixed with several wounded on both sides and bystanders injured as attacks and raids continued amid volatile conditions.
Paris cabinet agrees to a non aggression pact with reservations to France’s rights under the Treaty of Versailles and demands modifications. A condition links Soviet adherence. In London the Reparations Commission informs Germany it cannot renounce claims against Tunisia and seeks assurances while reserving protest rights under Versailles.
English authorities report farmers forced to migrate to England to meet wartime food needs. Officials say disruption in harvests has caused labor shortages and increased transport efforts. Government acknowledges strain but aims to stabilize supplies and support rural communities.
A garbled foreign language text outlines terms from the United States to France over war debts and reparations. It references government action and monetary figures though specifics are unclear.
A garbled legal notice concerns an extension request over a patent related to an invention described as measuring and recording nerves or thoughts. The text references the Poussin patent division and a commissioner arguing about the novelty and innocence of the invention within the patent system.
Fragmentary report outlines Tasmania's hydro electric project with projected cost £2,800,000 and potential five year revenue to cover charges and provide profit. Mentions major contractors Launceston works Kemp and Paton Baldwin and expected transmission line progress and future funding.
A 19th century discussion examines white labor dominance in northern development and Aboriginal involvement. The article notes British Indian laborers and native workers shaping stations, cautions against misinterpretation, and questions the long term impact on settlement and policy.
In Dawson Valley Queensland farming areas cotton harvesting is in full swing with large consignments from Western Queensland. About 2800 acres under cultivation with estimated values around 440 000 pounds. Wages for pickers vary from 40 to 44 shillings a day. One farmer with 23 acres netted 600 pounds. Careful cultivation yields 33 to 35 pounds per acre.
A jumbled OCR fragment notes cable copies headed in time and labeled special permission. It suggests the opinions are not those of The Time, with unclear attribution and formatting errors.
London reports debate over Genoa Conference outcomes as France fears isolation and Lloyd George seeks a path to accord with Poincare. Bolshevik motives loom large, with Soviet reaction predicting possible collapse of talks. Observers warn break up may isolate France or split allied unity.
British police report two women from London and Melbourne accused of selling fake stocks to a U S citizen and a wealthy local, netting about 900000 dollars. The pair, recently in England, allegedly posed as agents to fleece victims with a “Texas ranch” scheme while staying in an expensive hotel.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Mr Willan Muir of Cherkses Suervy and a parish church, with garbled lines about age and weather. Details are incomplete, names uncertain, and the event or notice cannot be determined.
A notice lists a juniors’ meeting at the Saloon on Sunday morning at 1 with locals gathering for discussion and planning. No further details are provided in the readable text.
Mr Justice Powers ruled in favor of the Australian Workers' Union against the Pastoralists' Federal Council of Australia. The decision sets a 44 hour week standard for shearing with separate rates for flock sheep, rams, stud ewes, and shed hands. Rates include daily wages, rations, and provisions for different work classifications and conditions.
Sydney reports an inquiry led to a government decision reducing the basic wage in New South Wales to £3 18s next week, four shillings below the current rate.
Theatrical and picture show employees threaten a strike over refused weekly pay and overtime hours. Workers demand payment for the Apgar and Tales double shifts and insist on fair hours.
A terse report laments government indifference to criminals seeking asylum. Police argue that non natives should face deportation after serving sentences, preventing repeat offenses when released into Australia.
In Ahmedabad India a judge overturns a jury clearing Hazrat Mohani of sedition and orders two years rigorous imprisonment for inciting war. The Moslem leader faced trial before a judge and a jury of one.
Chinese troops reported by American telegrams have driven Feng-Tien forces from the middle front near Pekin. General Chang-tso-Lin suffered a severe defeat as Chili forces reoccupy Machane and press south of Pekin, with General Wu-Pei-Fu directing operations.
Lieutenant Colonel Mery replies to criticisms that migration services weaken the empire's dominions. He asserts that sending the best of the people abroad strengthens the empire and that government policy aims to assist emigrants. The plan includes a 4 million pound fund to support loans and reception services for migrants.
Observers note a sweeping change in Turkish society as wartime inflation and hardship drive reforms. Women formerly veiled and confined gain freedom and new roles while mixed domestic life and social interactions loosen under financial strain and shifting customs.
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