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Newspaper

Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

May 11, 1926

Page

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Guarded London Food Supply Amid Strikes And Riots

London remains calm as government shields food convoys with armed guards. Police escort two heavy lorry convoys from docks through the city to secure flour, sugar and milk stocks. Rioting flares in Hull and Scotland despite efforts to keep docks open and prices stabilised.

London Britain Communist International Central Food Committee Grocers! Association Hyde Park Thames Est Minster Pier Victoria Docks Athomettie Lemort Ure Kaye

Government to expand London police in anti Communist crackdown

London reports say the government will deploy 25 000 police across special reserve and emergency constabulary to curb alleged Communist activity during a crisis. Arrests reached 132 in Glasgow while trains and buses in Hull faced mob attacks. several injuries prompted hospital visits.

London Police Special Emergency Constabulary Civil Constabulary Hull Glasgow Wellington Barracks London

The Open Door

The Trade Union Congress replies zero. Mr Baldwin says the door for negotiations must be open and mine owners should withdraw lockout notices. The TUC would listen to any proposal and notes they’ve rejected foreign offers to prove they seek no revolutionary struggle.

Sundon Trade Union Congress Baldwin Von

Refusal of Russian Offer Sways Early British Strike

London Sunday Trade Union Congress refuses monetary help from Moscow as a tactical move to keep the dispute British and anti Communist. Observers note Soviet aid reportedly over £100,000 while strikes extend daily. A 10,000 strong Newcastle mob drives police from duty. saboteurs target railways, train stalled, signal box set on fire.

London Trade Union Congress Moscow Shaw Blackburn Tedhipule Newcastte Sirvels

Hand of Destruction Accelerate Civil War Drills

Flit Miga correspondent reports on Communist tactics urging tourists and party members to hamper food transport and push for civil war. The piece argues against class warfare, warning Britain that violent revolution would ruin the country and erode collective bargaining within the industrial system.

London Flit Miga Ihe Britain

Catholic Prelate’s Advice and Wartime Strikes in London

Fragmented report describes Teviow at a Communist party event and alleged false reporting aimed at Birmingham. It notes 9,000 strikers at Woolwich Arsenal disrupted gates while workers May return, and rail clerks resuming duties. London transport halted, cardinal Rawiye cited. The text claims moral critique of general strikes and authority challenges.

London Teviow Compyunist Party Alsrak Birmingham Woulwich Arsenal Mb Cardiff Cardinal Rawiye

Australians Fail To Play At Oval In Rain

Rain fell heavily this morning making cricket at The Oval between Australia and Surrey impossible before lunch. No play occurred, delaying proceedings and nullifying early intentions of the match.

Oval Surrey Mately the Oval

Queensland election results show Labour gains and tighter races

Brisbane reports latest returns from the Queensland elections with Labour leading in several seats. A possible loss of Barham to a Nationalist is noted while strength is claimed for Labour in Rockhampton. Premier McRae calls the result a great victory and a complete answer to critics after ten years of Labour government.

Brisbane Queensland Sete Barham Ryan Labor Nockhampton W. McRorowek Adelate Mondy

The Tulloch Tragedy in Melbourne Sparks Police Doubt

Scepticism surrounds Talloch's demise as police weigh clues in a violent event. Officials urge support for lawful authority and collective prayer for guidance amid turmoil. Strong language reflects a call for unity and constitutional respect during a period of unrest.

Lorries and Armored Convoy Aid Shortage Stricken Areas

A convoy of 104 floodlight lorries with armored cars and mounted police traversed two miles from La Douche to Hyde Park, distributing supplies to districts with the greatest shortage. Plymouth featured a striker versus police match with the police securing a 2-1 victory. the king hosted a ball at Buckingham Palace with notable figures in attendance.

Ladou Doché Hyde Park Plywouth Uneehirf Hils Buckingham Palace Toiley Bar Balfour Geners

With You England and American Sentiment

Washington Monday editorial in the Post denounces English and American Communists and asserts that if Britain’s strike worsens into war, the United States must support Britain. It warns a Communist victory would threaten Britain, the government, and the United States, urging swift aid to Britain and isolation of U.S. Communists.

Washington England Washington “Post America Tvs Urone Great Britain Gvvernment United States United Statyp Gaul Govermann Americ

Terrific Collision In Melbourne Ends In Four Deaths

A motor car driven by Thomas Akerson of Surrente near Murdial collided head on with a motorcycle on a Beart Now curve. Both riders were killed instantly while the car occupants escaped unharmed. One rider identified as Thomas E. Greenhill of 49 Pulham Road, Ashington. the second rider unnamed.

Melbourne Eigen Thomas Akerson Surrente Murdial Identiqua Ins Thomas E. Greenhill Pulham Road Asphinton Jman

Australian butter samples flagged in London inquiry

London investigated two butter samples from a consignment declared Australian showing 28.3 percent water 12.3 percent fat and 3.8 percent other content below legal limits. The Uilty Produce Control Board warned of illegal trading and steps were taken to prevent a renewed shipment in Australian boxes.

Melbourne Thce High Commissioner's Offee London Uuity Produce Control Board Victor Wilson

Maritime Strike Moves Through Global Union Conference

MARITIME STRIKE. New York Sunday. Officials of the Marine Transport Workers Industrial Union claim 25 000 members worldwide will strike at midnight. They demand a one dollar monthly wage increase an eight hour day and overtime pay. The union expresses sympathy with British marine workers and aligns with the Industrial Workers of the World.

New York Marine Transwork Workers” Industrial Union Marine Union Express Industrial Workers of the World

Millionaire Missing Feared Foul Play in New York

New York reports a missing millionaire, believed murdered, with Robin Ward linked to past charges. An automobile was found wrecked on a lonely road in New Jersey after a brick shattered the windshield. Ward faced prior saber theft charges but was released on self defense plea amid threats.

Esun New York Waller Wire Marttre Fils Automob New Tuesey Cxr Lesaw Ward

Soviet envoy in Japan may return this week

Reports from authoritative sources say Me Kopp, the Soviet ambassador, is on leave and could depart soon as Moscow considers appointing a replacement. It notes Kopp has not secured diplomatic privileges for Soviet Trade Commissioners. The embassy says his wife will likely go to Moscow, while Kopp himself does not plan to leave Japan now.

Tyriv Kopp Moscow Japan Jay Kopp

Druse Rebellion Fights Rattle Damascus Streets

Report from Jerusalem describes a free battle in Damascus Midan quarter between Druses and French forces. Druse fighters reportedly transformed houses into forts and, after evacuating women and children, bombarded Midan. Ninety rebels said to be killed amid the clash. An Indian prince reportedly loses throne.

Reuter Jerusalem Momvay Midan Damascus Midar

Steady Rains in Pirie Real Winter Prevails

Heavy wintry weather blankets Pirie with persistent rain and mud. Residents endure cold, watchful walking, and vehicles splashing through streets as park works battle soggy ground. Snow noted in Mount Remarkable area with Melrose reporting significant rainfall.

Memorial Park Corporation Hellisham Furioaths Pirie Dirk Mount Remarkable Melrose

Winter Snow Falls on Adelaide Hills and City

Snow blanketed the Mount Bryan hills and surrounding towns as Adelaide awoke to a wintry morning. Temperatures registered near 44.5 degrees while tram and street travel reported shivering patrons as snow fell unevenly across Melrose Bruer Koola Hallett and Uloooe before noon.

Adelaide Mumlay Mount Mryan Uslegram Ritton Melrose Bruer Loolea Hallett Uloooe Mount Bryan Acilae

Police Ambush Averts House Attack In Adelaide Suburb

In Kensington suburb on Saturday night masked assailants tried to attack a house using a motor, tearing open sections of the sewer and fleeing on foot when police intervened. Magistrate at Norwood Court granted a fine and costs with default imprisonment.

Adelaide Bor Kensington Ipuw Moator Ptekuts Oiis Ting Toray Norwood Court Hhen Montis

Davis Cup Team Changes Reported From Paris Cable

Paris cable reports Borotra retired from the French Davis Cup squad due to a tendon injury. The new lineup may include Lagosin Lochet Bruguot and Feret forming the updated French team for upcoming ties.

Paris Borotra Hug Ovwine

Story Disbelieved in Police Scepticism at Melbourne

Melbourne Monday reports police doubt the tale of Alfred tibsob who claimed he murdered four Spanards in California City then joined the Nevada crew and later deserted. Authorities remain sceptical about the narrative and its credibility.

Melbourne Alfred Tibsob Sir Saye Spanard California City Nevada Remendi

Byrd Completes North Pole Flight in Victory for America

Commander Byrd of the US Navy returns to King's Bay Spitsbergen after encircling the North Pole three times, with the Stars and Stripes aboard his plane. Reports from Oslo London and Paris confirm the feat as a major historic achievement. Amundsen, who awaited word, welcomes Byrd home, praising the accomplishment in peacetime.

Washington North Pole Byrd US. Navy King’s Bay Spitebergen America London Paris Pole Roald Amundsen

Byrd’s North Pole Flight Earns Praise and Medal Hope

Lieutenant Commander Richard Byrd returned to King's Bay after 153 hours in the air, hailed for the successful pole flight to Greenland and the unexplored Arctic region. Officials including General Freely and Secretary of War Kellogg praised the achievement and urged recognition with the Medal of Honor. Byrd told his mother of the successful high flight over the North Pole.

Byrn King’s Bay Greenland King's Bay Freely Arntie Mc Secretary of War Kellogg Aan Censteas Longworth Seuler Tychmond Virginis Richard Byrd United States North Pole

The Byrd polar flight navigational method details

The New York Times describes that commander Byrd used sun position charts to observe the sun over the Pole, guiding his plane with a chart showing solar relations. An artificial horizon bubble sextant aided navigation, keeping errors within a small margin.

New York New York “Times Conmanier Byrd Helso

Stefansson Tribute Expresses Byrd Arctic Resolve

A fragmentary reminiscence lauds Byrd and Stefansson for non stop flight plans and Arctic exploration courage. It notes Byrd’s aim to press toward Peary Land and the pole, praising risk taking and the need for a larger outfit to avoid forced landings.

Hay Byrd Stefansson Tio Tully Peary Byri Byrdding Peary Land Livut Bennett

Tragic Bank Collapse Kills Four Boys Near Creek

A 40 foot bank collapse sent earth and slime into a creek, killing four boys aged 7, 9, and 7. The survivors, including a boy whose clothes were torn, raised the alarm and several men risked themselves to rescue the injured.

Feed Hayes Matthew Oder Robert Thomas Tours

Melbourne Man Sentenced After Rooftop Find

James Barclay was found near 4 Flinders Street and received a prison sentence for unlawful acts. The incident involved Mentone implements and occurred on Melbourne premises as noted in court records.

Melbourne Standey James Barclay Flinders Street Ma Ae

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