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Newspaper

Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

May 12, 1924

Page

1

British Politics A Warning At Queen's Hall

A fragmented report notes a Conservative Yeomanry member speaking at the Women’s Unionist conference at Queen's Hall. He denounces government conduct on imperial preference and urges loyalty to the Empire, criticizing cooperation with opponents and pledging to resist policies seen as harming colonial interests.

Heuter London Queen's Hall Amd Te Govertt Colonia Naneuty

Train collision injures guard and driver in wreck

An electric train entering a station collided with a stationary goods train. Both the guard and the driver sustained injuries and were treated after the shock and abrasions. All trucks derailed but no passenger injuries reported.

Yan Ud de Pavls Tran Warridlows

Sunshine Sally brings Austra Mativeat comedy to Coote

Amusements announce next Friday for one night only Sunshine Sally the celebrated Austra Mativeat comedy set to light up Coote hall. The production promises a riotous evening with the much praised Seriously humorous acts and stage fun throughout the show.

Sunshine Sally Coote Hallie Senimental

Merry Go Round and the War in Literature

The fragment discusses how human suffering may yield stronger art and references a Universal film project. It notes that the war should have produced great literature and mentions Hart and Coote in contexts suggesting cinema or theater.

Vgia48 Shorty Hart

Talented visiting singer draws local audience for port event

A music night features Mrs Anderson and a lineup including Miss Fitzgerald and Mr Howe with Mrs Cruuss’s orchestra. The performance attracts grateful locals and visitors, celebrating vocal and instrumental talent in a lively program led by prominent singers and musicians.

Yoasiunbhy Port Meh Mrodames Anderson Fiji Walg Etry Vargdiur Mos Anderson

Immigration scheme to link Britain and Australia outlined

Melbourne report notes a new comprehensive migration plan between Britain and Australia with an estimated 40 million pounds expenditure. The Commonwealth would contribute a substantial share as a cable from London relayed by Senator Wilson to Mr Venee de gug. The plan, still under review, aims to welcome skilled migrants and boost development while preparing for a formal announcement.

Melbourne London Britain Australia Commonwealth Wilson Venee Bruce Ducing Amerada

Vessel Well Afloat After Singapore Salvage Effort

A damaged vessel in Singapore harbor is reported as well afloat after salvage work. Crews lashed damaged gear, removed cargo including 430 tons of wheat, and prepared to dump debris at sea. Repairs continue with pumps and equipment in operation as the ship undergoes decontamination and engine checks.

Aublaile Athens Singapore Sivas Pea

Fre ng i1 Vprevier to Visit England

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a planned visit by a premier to England, with unclear names and dates. The text mentions a meeting of prime ministers and informal stalls but lacks coherent details or context.

Eastbourne Murder Involved Infatuated Companions

The Sunday Express and Sunday News report that Miss Kaye in Eastbourne admitted an infatuation for an unnamed man who was already married. A friend recalls her fear of misery but she pursued it, while police widen inquiries along the South Coast and rumors of dragnet surprises surface.

Australian Press Association London Miss Kaye Eastbourne Sunday Express Sunday News

World Fliers Report Train Trouble En Route Tokyo Arrives

Reuter service from Calcutta reports Finny M D'Oisy tied train parts on Tokio letters berg spending fifty dollars this morning and reached Rangoon at one o'clock this afternoon with engine trouble.

Reuter Sertice Calcutta Finny M_D'Oisy Tokio Rangoos Agg Keake

New Portuguese Aircraft Report From Lisbon

London dispatch reports a new air machine for Portugal with redesigned long night flight capabilities. Portuguese airmen are shown fitting a radially designed craft, offering extended reach and improved navigation in test sorties along the coast.

London Surdu Rowe Spondéut Lisbon Wespate

Three US aviators reach Attu Island in Aleutians

The three United States aviators completing a globe flight arrived at Attu Island after a delay from Atta Island. It took about ten hours to arrive and they planned to reveal Major Martin the missing "fighting" commander was located by a United States Coast Guard cutter Twich was aboard the search around the Hereing sir.

Lordova Talaska Suurday Attu Island Aledhan Islands Atta Island Woda Dormanon Martin United States Coastguard Twitch Hering Si

Round Australia trip start from Care Ourvon to Perth

Wing Luuimander Goble plans to begin a solo circuit of Australia leaving Care Ourvon tomorrow for Perth where he is due to depart at 4 p.m. He will travel by air and cover distant locations as he circumnavigates the continent.

Sydney Luuimander Goble Australia Perth

Tram Men Strike Paralyzes Pittsburgh Transit

Pittsburgh faces the worst traffic jam in city history as 3200 motormen and conductors strike for higher wages, halting Freer car service. Mayor William Magee ordered restoration of service with available forces and pledged police protection. city council created an emergency fund for tear gas and riot gear.

Pittsburgh William Magee Pittsburgh Railway Company

Mothers Day Services Held Across Adelaide Town Hall

Mothers Day observed in South Australia with services in churches and public gatherings. Lord Mayor Mr Jo Re Js uiover presided at a meeting in the Adelaide Town Hall with speakers Rev. R. E Stanley and the mayor. Stanley said the baby Ionian word for mother means house divinity and mothers are the inspiration of the human race and the home is the foundation of all maternal life.

Adelaide South Australia Jo Re Js Uiover R. E Stanley

Motorcycle Fire Endangers Rider at Woodville Park

Frank Webb of Stank stedet Woodville Park rode a motorcycle along Rundlesteest around 8 pm Saturday when backfire sparked petrol from a leaky carburettor. He jumped clear as flames climbed from the bike. A Grand Theatre fireman used a chemical extinguisher to douse the blaze and save the machine from total destruction.

Adelaide Frank Webb Stankstedet Woodville Park Grand Theatre

Motor Car Fatality in Brighton Police Captain Found Dead

Captain Bingle, a well known officer of the Commonwealth Public Service, residing in Brighton, was found dead in his motor car on St Kildar road. The vehicle was on the footpath on the wrong side of the road and had collided with a telegraph pole. He appeared to have struck the pole with his forehead and been thrown into the ear.

Bingle Commonwealth Public Service Brighton St. Kildarosd

Japanese Elections Turn Violent Amid Free Fight

Reuter reports Tokyo and Osaka amid May 10 Diet elections see clashes between party canvassers. Police appealed to troops as riots and armed gangs erupt nationwide. Women campaigns grow, Eurasian and American wives aid candidates, while early returns hint government losses and broad arrests exceeding 800 for election breaches.

Reutér Sergue Tokio Svnyukai Kenseiikai Osaka Great Britain Mene Ywhich Imajoriss Busincss Auibinous Reis Japan Mvdfard Lyles Kyulo TORIO Wal Ku Klux Klan House of Representatives

Chinaman Amok in Innisfail Attacks with Axe

Chong Foon, a Chinese man in Innisfail, ran amok yesterday using an axe and chopper to assault fellow countrymen. Two victims were seriously injured and may die. Police were attacked during arrest but overpowered the assailant and charged him with attempted murder.

Brisbane Chong Foon Innisfail Foon

Prince's Highway debate sparks drive for Port Pirie link

Ty Pile Fathers' Association pushes Prince's highway plan from the city via Port Pirie and Port Augusta to Port Lincoln aiming to speed travel and goods. George Parke says decentralisation is urgent, criticises Adelaide bias, and urges private capital flow to country districts to lift inland development and reduce burden on rural interests.

Ty Pile Port Pirie Port Augusta Port Lincoln Geo. Parke Adelaide Parks Itg

Miners Wages Court Report Quietly Reveals Tensions

The Court of Inquiry reports the 1921 wage agreement failing to secure adequate wages and notes industry profits could not sustain full miners pay under present conditions. It cites owners’ profits of £37,818,000 from 1921 to 1923 and estimates £102,500,000 more in wages if current claims had operated. It favors resuming negotiations and notes 1924 terms offer a practicable path, with a plan to raise minimum wages and reallocate surplus between wages and production.

Reuter Lon Dooret Court

Debating Society Holds Its First Annual Meeting

The Debating Society held its first annual meeting in the Neil Lodge Rooms on Tuesday. J Roblin reported progress and indebtedness, with Merle J Francis listed for the initial loan. Officers elected included J C Fitzgerald as Patron, J Sparow as president, and J Re Allsop as secretary, with plans for a year ahead and a possible yearly banquet.

Port Fite Neil Gathlin J. Roblin Merle J Francis DR. Migop Reessueer J. Russ J. Glasson Ibi Wware Teuny I. Kuss Betty Watrom J.C. Fiteserrald C. K. Spars Messrs. Weir Po A. Wylde J. Re Allsop J. Ross Missis Guriun Packer Re J. Skiwen Arware Ti TMG Andinurs Ae K. Jeans Newman Truse Tees E. J. Frangis Tacke Ry Sampsu

Cycling racing thrills at Reertation Ground meet

Saturday events drew a strong crowd as riders contested a one and a half mile senior race won by G Tamms from F Stevens by a length. A five-rider field in the half mile handicap saw C McLaughlin prevail by a wheel over O Lucks, in a fast finish.

G. Tamms Tamms F. Stevens C. McLaughlin O. Lucks BP. Stevens W. Knibbs Nae McLaughlin Cnee Wen Weil McLaughlin Sukke Fa J Kennedy Ser

Uproar over Scots Home Rule bill in House of Commons

In London the House of Commons erupted as the Speaker allowed the Scots Home Rule Bill to be talked out. The bill envisions a 148 member Scottish chamber and phased Scottish representation in Westminster. Clashes over closure and adjournment followed, with Labour and Liberal MPs opposing the ruling and the government hinting at a committee to study the issue.

Reuter London House of Commons Scotland United Kingdom Buchanan Labor Ho Therine Hwee of Commons Johnston J. L. Baird Pademonium Messrs D. Kirkwood Kirkwood J. P. Hodge Fnally Adamson Sop Inl Ganemt Witelple the Seaton

Liquor Bills Hearings and Denials at State Saloon Legge

In Washington Saturday the ryeumnareli hearings faced changes and denials. Members accused Mr Wherler, the state saloon leader, of improper conduct. The Jacobhor sought permission to allow standing to record but faced opposition.

Washington Llow Stanniint Wherler Martes Aml Maneuilitih Adil “Toh Siusaty

Spargo Edges Fox in Melbourne 20 Round Clash

Bert Spargo from Victoria defeated England’s Joe Fox on points after a vigorous 20 round contest at Melbourne stadium. Spargo’s aggressive, open fighting earned the win amid a large crowd. Fox boxed cleverly with rapid lefts but was outworked late. Both fighters were applauded as they left the ring.

Melbourne Melbourne Stadium Bert Spargo Vic Lil Joe Fox England Spargo Fox Liac Winthamen

Godfrey Retains Lightweight Title in Sydney Draw

In Sydney at Mu stadium Sir Godfrey and Billy Grime fought a clever draw for the Australian lightweight title. Godfrey weighed 99 and Grime 8.13% to even terms. Grime reportedly gave weight to meet the champ and guaranteed £500. Gate takings reached £1920 with Grime receiving £460 and gate share £2.

Sydney Godfrey Australia Billy Grime Wight Grime

Johnson Defeats Romero In New York Bout

Johnson from Iowa defeated Quintin Romero CCW in the seventh round of a ten round bout in New York. The fight featured a furious exchange as Johnson gained the win by technical lock-out.

Hoy Sennene Hoyd Johnson Avy Wel Iowa Quintin Romero CCW New York Bart the Chiliun Uly

Pirie Racing Club finances improve after meeting

The Pirie Racing Club reports stronger finances with a £10 autumn profit and full repayment capacity of loans to members. Honorary life memberships awarded to two supporters, and plans announced for the Winter Fixture on June 25 with several stakes, including the Alhariben Stakes and a bracelet donation valued at £10.

Pirie Racing Club Lta Businness J. Prmin Rasheed Alhariben Stakea Rielly H. E. Leflevre Dompliniai Gury Tering Weisileraton Ufe

Labor Exchange Report Shows Employment Shifts Amid Timber Sector

The Ventral Office of Exchange reports 4 1 laborers and 53 travelers reemployed, balancing 349 on the books. This month adds 225 workers versus last month, yet trails the year prior by 37 percent. trades include carpenters and ironworkers among others as listed in the tally.

Maklied Tabor Ivet Teadesnem Baotmmers Fijlew Mator Univers Pianim

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Mr. Baldwin Sunshine Bally Cooke Merry-Go M.C.A City OF Mir Prine Migister Brita Port Pinto and BooteRoo Centre World Fliers Ragoon WS. Aimen Aleutian Islands Prince's Highway Pirie Fathers Association Court Report Debating Society Bill Ins Commons Congress Johnson Romero Ilcome Assistance Labor Exchange Sere
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