08 May 1944
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 08, 1944
Page
1
Washington correspondent of the New York World Telegram says America has quietly prepared on a vast scale in the Central Pacific. The timetable is a month ahead of schedule and a decisive move against Japan may come soon with a big blow.
London dispatch notes quadrons of British and American bombers roamed across the Channel before nightfall. Reports say Frankfurt radio stopped, Western Germany bombed in strength, rail junctions hit near Calwis area, and additional raids behind German lines aided the Russian army massing to the north.
An official message reports a large Allied air offensive over Italy and Romania with not less than 500 Flying Fortresses taking part in the Bucharest raid. Medium bombers struck Bucharest while key railway junctions Brazos Turna Severin Pitesti Crianova Campina were attacked. the operation is described as successful. In Burma, Allied forces claim Kohima as their first objective and report strenuous fighting as Japanese forces sustain heavy bombardment losses.
German sources report renewed Russian activity and a large scale assault against Sebastopol on the frontal. The German High Command says Red forces breached local defenses twice and overran forward positions but were driven back and breaches sealed. Moscow counters no fresh front developments beyond 65 German planes shot down on Friday. Red Air Force hits ships in the Black Sea sinking a 3,000 ton transport and damaging two patrol boats and two transports.
President Roosevelt urged Congress to appropriate 3,450,570,000 dollars for the Lend-Lease program with Allied nations for the year ending June 30, 1945. The report discusses potential postwar actions by Russians.
At the Philadelphia International Labour Conference delegates from Britain and the United States reject a Moscow proposal to force German POWs into labor for Europe’s reconstruction. They emphasize Hague Convention limits and accuse many Germans of backing Hitler, with Sir Walter Citrine defending the view that millions aided his rise.
A South West Pacific Command message reports Hollandia occupation extended as patrols advance many miles. Eighteen fighter sweeps over Bougainville strafed pockets of resistance, with an estimate of at least 20,000 Japanese cut off. Rabaul was attacked from the air, and enemy dumps at Madang and Alexishafen heavily damaged. Australians made fast moves but could not close on the retreating force.
After nine years a ward contest forms in Pirie for July with Dr. D F Kuss opposed by A A Ellis for Solomon town council. Nomination day announced candidates for mayor aldermen and councillors across wards with Threadgold Connelly Davis and others elected in certain wards. Proceedings adjourned until first Saturday in July for a ballot of ratepayers in the Har ward.
Present chairman A. Verme and A. M. Lawrie were re elected. The district council election yielded no surprises as incumbents held positions and results appeared stable amid limited voter turnout and modest campaigns.
Yesterday’s reports show improved demand for Victory Loan bonds in Melbourne but the Tuesday deadline demands a massive final surge of applications. The vast text in the source is garbled with multiple unreadable fragments and illegible phrases.
A garbled report notes a Prairie Savings Bank branch facing access issues as quota constraints are cited. The text mentions loan activity, customer advisories, and staff discussions about meeting demand, with unclear details on outcomes or specific figures.
In Sydney on Sunday a mass meeting of the Newcastle branch of the Meat Industry Employes Union voted 92 to 88 against ending the strike at Newcastle Abattoirs. The union rejected the strike committee's recommendation and the management's call to return to work immediately.
Jill Totter writes of Scottish hospitality during leave in England and Scotland. A Royal Air Force member from Salomon town praises friendly Scots, cites Edinburgh Castle and the Scottish Museum, and recalls snow and culture. He notes warm receptions, jokes about weather, and a recent promotion to corporal.
Sunday night the largest Trades Hall meeting in Adelaide heard tramways workers demand improved conditions. If their claims are not met, all trams and buses will halt from Friday to Monday, with a plan to extend action next weekends if necessary.
A youth died from injuries after a collision at a railway crossing near Kadina. A vehicle was struck by a railcar while crossing, with the driver of the other vehicle severely injured and hospitalized. The incident prompted an investigation by local authorities.
Canberra reports another 5 percent cut in civilian boots and shoes mainly leather. Assistant Prices Commissioner Mr. McCarthy said the reduction would be layered on the prior 2 percent cut from the past year, not immediate in retail prices as shops clear higher priced stock.
Daily weather summary lists high waters and low water figures with times and sunrises and sets. Local temperatures show regional highs and lows for various locales including Masai and Mawiniunin with approximate values around mid to high sixties and seventies.
The report lists season openers with Spartan and High School teams scoring across grades. Notable players include Vo Dyer MoTec and J Matthews, while St Mark's and St. Marky B orm Mo Tannalaie are named among scorers.
A sedan carrying seven revelers veered on Warnertown road during a return from Crystal Brook to Pirie and overturned in the early hours. Two youths were hospitalised with injuries, one in a serious condition. a third was discharged. Passengers identified include Hedley Hinks of Beasley Street Howetown and Kenneth Henwood of The Terrace, with Henwood later taken to hospital. Police and medical staff responded, noting abrasions and other injuries, while Byer guided the injured to hospital and the driver reported the crash to authorities.
The report details the death of Mrs S H Parker at Pirie Hospital after illness on Little Night. Born Manshebl Victurmd she moved to South Australia with her family, later settling in Dire West Mim Warker. Her husband and children attended a funeral service at Pirie Cemetery with many friends laying flowers on the grave.
Port and Proprietary Juniors and Solomontown teams joined a salute on the oval after a game, forming a large V with the marching band and mayor present. A St John Ambulance unit stood by as the crowd heard Mr Threadgold pay tribute to Harold Ferme and eight others, reading a poignant tribute from the Propriety club, with Last Post and Reveille played by three trumpeters as spectators stood in silence.
The Grand Lodge executive of the Independent Order of Oddfellows Adelaide paid an official visit to Ceres Lodge on Saturday. Bro. C Juers, Grand Master, was welcomed by Bro. R Mackey with brethren from Port Augusta and Moonta. A social gathering honored toasts including The Loyal Toast and Members Serving With the Forces. Visitors toured the bowling club, toured the Smeltera, and returned to Adelaide on the evening train.
Personal Mr E H D Rusell MLA leaves for Adelaide by train and will visit Yorke Peninsula before returning to Pirie. Death of Mr E H K Messenger, long time Port Augusta businessman, civic and sporting figure. Jim McGowan recovering at Pirie Hospital. Footballers wear black armbands for Snowy White. Dorothy Tangney to pass Pirie en route to Western Australia. W Shephard injured hand at Memorial Oval, septic, admitted to Pirie Hospital. W H Richards discharged from medical ward.
Best players listed for High School include G. Srnee C. Murphy and PL McBride with notable positions. For Spartan Osford R. Brown and M. Wade are highlighted. St. Mark's recorded 9 goals with rover scoring four. best players named G. Prite Millerd and M. Pickhaver for St. Mark's, rover players G. Evans M. McDonald and M. Pearson.
Mr D J Gunter, Pirie bus services proprietor, said a future bus scheme for Pirie West is not possible while current restrictions remain. Past deviations via York road Read street Goode road were discontinued for economical reasons. He noted council cooperation would be needed to improve roads, with potential reconsideration if restrictions ease. He operates a well equipped workshop with a spare engine on hand for fleet repairs.
The meeting room was packed for a birthday afternoon by Plein Country Women's Association. Mrs L Henway presided and Mrs A M Brokers organized social arrangements. A varied program featured Mendelssohn, piano solos, and a contralto number. The branch marked eighty years since opening, with fond greetings from the district president and gifts for birthdays including Mrs E M Pepney.
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