12 May 1920
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 12, 1920
Page
1
A terse report notes a phrase urging a six month term in irons in response to Judge Poole's ruling. The item centers on legal friction and a call for harsher punishment following the court decision.
Justice Gordon releases a press letter defending Justice Poole's two year sentence on Either. The missives compare past SA cases, citing Way, Bonraul, Houcaul and others, arguing punishment ranges from two to fourteen years with irons or solitary confinement, and contesting outcry as excessive in context.
In the unrest among GOAL miners, officers and lodge leaders consider a possible strike amid mounting tensions. A fortnight’s notice to arrange for a mort distribution of their tract signals intent to act, with several lodge officers hinting at action as winter approaches.
An accident involving Whyalla Mir and AIT Myrdeé occurred on the railways near ALao on Whig. Jeth foot was severely injured and a response team moved the injured to a Pine te 9 py area. Authorities and responders transported the casualty by a vehicle to the nearest hospital.
Minutes show Pirie Town Council members including Geddes Camp bull Finitoti Warren Pavlien Cookburn Hopkins Threadgold discussing vacant land improvements and a hospital donation. Motions approved to fund work on Main Rock noted. caretaker payment and grant details debated, with various councillors opposing or supporting specific allocations.
The Victoria Police Chief Sir George Steward died today in Melbourne. He served as commissioner and was highly regarded for his public service and leadership. Details of his death and the circumstances surrounding it were reported in Melbourne newspapers.
London reports that the government tightens control in Palestine as a new civil administration structure is set, with higher authorities and local overseers appointed to enforce policy amid ongoing tensions and protests. The dispatch notes officials replacing earlier interim leaders and outlines expected timelines.
A large gathering of the Police Association in Adelaide heard Premier Vy respond to wage talks. Mr Healy, secretary, said members would accept no settlement yet. The meeting debated pay raises and continued workforce strain, with plans to present a formal stance at the next executive session on May 25.
The article notes that delegates to the upcoming International Parliamentary Conference will convene in Lisbon next year with Neutral Powers and the British dominion invited to participate. It also highlights Maurice Maeterlinck, dubbed the Belgian Shakespeare, and his belief in beauty in all things and in The Blue Bird.
In the Islington Journal, Mr Wo W. Baker, incumbent since Vir A. Laneman’s era, receives a new appointment as per manents. Anmieth guides by the water Grisoyi, while VF Stublart, wife of Mrs Stoddart, plans a world trip to Australia. Hubert Lewes of the Jauiin Horse, linked to Adelaide visits, and Major Lewis, son of M. LA Jan Lewis, embraces army life with polo prominence. he travels to Adelaide with wife and family.
Review notes the Gaumont Theatre presentation of The Blue Bird and related entertainments. It highlights the theme of life after death, the heroine Magda, and the journey of two children through experiences that probe peace, poverty, and rebirth. The piece emphasizes the play’s moral depth and stage magic, noting its appeal and cultural value.
The Gladstone weather was boisterous with driving showers on Sunday and indications of more rain. Northern chaff mills operated at high pressure. The Gladstone mill worked on the holiday paying men double rates to meet orders.
Employers offer 16 shillings a day for carpenters and joiners. The Amalgamated Society rejects the compromise pending arbitration. A conference between master builders and the union was abortive. Employers propose 10 shillings extra per day with a six day week, backdated to May 1 if not accepted. Union meeting adheres to prior wage and hour stance with no new decision reported.
Brisbane reports brisk westerly winds testing interstate crews on the Brisbane River race course. Queensland and South Australian eights showed improving form with straightened swing while New South Wales and Victoria delivered competitive efforts. Tasmanians trained vigorously for the upcoming interstate event as sculler Goodsell recovered from illness and Westbrook completed the three mile course amid steady work and confidence.
A Northern manganese discovery near Wapealla station 8 miles from Port Augusta prompts calls to develop the ore. Reported by Mr Winton, the deposit is said to be of high grade with vast quantities, including salt, barytes, red ochre, and coal. Water supply and transport hurdles slow progress. proposals seek pipelines and British investment to scale operations. Local efforts in Parliament discuss mining potential and rural commissions, with broad interest across state and Commonwealth levels.
The inquiry presented a weighted cost breakdown by Knibbs for rent food clothing and fuel and other items with rent at 11.76 percent and food 47.65 percent of total expenditure. It argued a 7.72 percent weighted wage increase yields 74/2d per week by September 1914 and 70/6d if alternate family assumptions hold, urging a 5 percent allowance for economy and citing impacts on rural industries and overall worker productivity.
The Prices Regulation Committee today approved additional increases affecting consumer costs. Details remained sparse in the brief notice, but officials indicated the changes would impact multiple household goods and services nationwide.
A vivid description of a film scene captivating diverse ages from seventy to eighteen with humor and beauty. The narrative evokes rain, snow, sunshine, flowers, and nighttime shadows, presenting beauty across the humble course, graveyard, and future in a cinematic panorama.
Aers Hees and Miller concluded a Port Pirie tour with nine separate flights, carrying a passenger each trip. Mrs A Shearwin and her children joined some flights, while Lieut Rees will fly with Mrs Shearwin’s daughter. The aeroplane's upkeep needs a workshop at Glenelx and a last Port Pirie appearance is planned before departures for Adelaide tomorrow morning.
Queen Alexandra is reported unwell with a bronchial cold confined to her Marlborough House room for a fortnight. Royal physicians deem her not in immediate danger but will not allow movement or external exposure. no bulletins are issued.
Describes early bronchitis as resembling a cold with cough hoarseness chest discomfort and breathing difficulty. Chamberlains Cough Trndy is promoted as the remedy that relieves pain eases breathing and promotes expectoration to subdue inflammation, with claims it prevents attack when used. Sold everywhere.
Local co operative union notice reads as a melded fragment with unclear details about actions or dates, referencing the S A Farmers Cooperative Union and urging reader awareness of its activities. The readable portion mentions cooperation and community involvement without concrete events or deadlines.
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