09 May 1927
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 09, 1927
Page
1
Early Sunday a large blaze gutted the Barclay tailoring establishment on Main street Gladstone destroying stock and plant. Investigators suspect incendiary involvement amid calls for better local fire-fighting facilities. Estimated damage exceeds £4500 as residents view with alarm and authorities probe the incident.
Melbourne police report a serious crash in Toorak Head Sunday when two cars collided. Vehicles were badly damaged. A A Thoroughgood of Cayfield, 34, a former league footballer, sustained serious injuries and died in hospital. His wife and daughter 24 and 2 years old suffered severe injuries. Roy Shiels, 29, and his brother Kenneth, 23, plus Nell Kennady, 24, occupants of the other car, were also injured.
Mr W B Scanlan of the Nursing Society reported last night that proceeds from the collection at the smelters gates on Thursday and Friday totaled £539 9s. The sums from the street stalls held during the weekend were likely also counted.
A man confessed to police that he stabbed Nelile Howard, a waitress at the Australian Hotel, in a back wound near the shoulder. She died from a chest wound judged caused by a sheath knife. The suspect, a returned soldier, was charged with murder after leading officers to the river where the weapon was found.
A sword with a halt of mult gull tage and a complete suit of ohalti mall iki bearing the word Proved was unearthed in a sandpit at Balnamuck near Longford Ireland. The discovery mentions 320 links and a Noluingham alias connected to the hoard.
Reports detail vigorous motions condemning Labor members of the Industrial Mission to America and opposing the appointment of E A Drake-Brookman to the Federal Arbitration Court Bench. Delegates urged an adjournment of Parliament to challenge the appointment, while others supported an eight-hour week and expulsion of certain new representatives. W J Duggan re-elected president. other officers chosen.
New York prepares a wild welcome for Nungesser the daring airman flying from Paris aboard a non-stop 3600 mile journey. Ships along the coast signal his approach by radio to bring crowds to the Battery as the stylish arrival ends the nonstop flight. Souvenir vendors await the spectacle of the famed monoplane. Balluics aims to beat the time but faces stiff odds.
A broken window in a four compartment Royal suite carriage near Melbourne and Benalla 70 miles from Albury suggests a stone or missile struck the window. Witnesses including a valet and a maid aboard Sir James O Grady the Governor of Tasmania report a bull at as the possible motive while denying a gunshot origin.
The Duke and Duchess visited Canberra with no ceremony on arrival. They moved to Parliament House for the opening by the Duke with a golden key and the King's message read in Parliament. A royal review and salute followed, then an Address in Reply, with receptions and a private visit to Duntroon College. One more day of territory inspection before Melbourne.
Chicago faces a severe wheat market panic as a legislative move blocks December futures trading. The Chicago Board of Trade, under pressure from lawmakers, may be forced to close as the world's premier grain market grapples with government interference. The crisis reflects a decisive challenge over futures trading in Chicago and contributes to the wild market behavior of the day.
A former Mayoress marks fifty years residence in Port Pirie, with life particulars noted in The Recorder on May 5. RS T C Simpson completed half a century in the town, reflecting on local history and service to the community.
United Service in Kansas City reports on west session closures and a wheat conference where 500 cooperative leaders worldwide are expected. Talks aim to form a world pool, with American delegates pushing for a practical organic co operation as details remain unsettled.
In London on Saturday the war cemetery at Hanleh was dedicated by Dr Maginnys the Bishop of Jerusalem with Lord Allenby Lieut Col Plummer Sir James Parr General Chaytor General Dodds and Saint Barnabas pilgrims present. Allenby unveiled the memorial chapel on the Mount of Olives designed by Sir Burnet Frankling. The curved walls bear the Empire missing names and a New Zealand mosaic gift symbolizes victory peace patriotism faith humanity and hope. Parr praised New Zealand troops and the mounted division while noting Britain and its allies freed the Holy Land in 1917 and honored the sacrifice of those who fought.
A city council bans tad dogs over concerns they resemble lunatics and pose risks. Officials argue the ban is necessary for public safety while critics call it illogical and harmful to animals. The measure faces legal challenges and requires careful scrutiny of animal welfare standards.
Special services across Port Pirie paid tribute to motherhood with Pastor G P Hughes at Church of Christ delivering "Mothers of Men." He cited Hannah and Samuel as examples of a praying mother guiding a son to God, praising maternal sacrifice and influence. The sermon emphasized mothers shaping character, courage, and devotion, urging annual recognition of motherhood.
A list of guests for the Melbourne opening ceremonies includes senior government leaders and dignitaries from Australia and overseas. The attendance features governors general, state chief justices, Canadian and Indian representatives, prime ministers, high court members, and military officers among others.
Canberra hosts a royal investiture as Duke of York awards New Year honors and Victorian Order decorations for personal services to the Crown. The list includes Prime Minister Stanley Melbourne-Bruce, Senators, and several mayors from Perth, Brigbane, Hobart, and Adelaide, with several Knighthoods and Companions announced.
Britain praises Canberra as a symbol of forward spirit in leading articles. The Observer and The Star stress Australia's future, migration, and the White Australia policy, calling Canberra an expression of a new continent, nation, and civilization with Britain offering a hearty greeting.
Crowds gather in Canberra for Parliament House opening with hotel occupancy rising and queues forming at local attractions. Canberra and Queanbeyan see heavy attendance as the event approaches.
An army warplane, during a landing yesterday, flipped in the air and came down with its wheels uppermost. The pilot, strapped to the aircraft, escaped serious injury and the craft was badly damaged.
Port Pirie will broadcast the ceremony with a loud speaker in the theatre as preparations proceed. Mr W. W. Whitlard attended the event with a loud speaker set last night. Operations start at 10 o clock this morning with the broadcast from the new seat of Government. The public is invited to attend in comfort and witness one of the greatest moments in the history of the Commonwealth.
Sundagal reports Thomas Broben, a well known local figure, died after a circular saw mishap. He overbalanced while operating the saw and fell onto the blade, injuring his shoulder and chest. He clutched at the tool for about twenty minutes before succumbing.
Sydney witnesses a steam launch crash during the Greater Public Schools Regatta returning home. Several competitors battled cold water and wreckage after a collision. rescue divers aided survivors. The head of the river race was won by Sydney High School by a length, in a notable repeat of a calm season.
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