Coronation Eyewitnesses Pack Westminster Grounds Overnight
Crowds wait all night in open air for the coronation procession at Westminster Abbey. Buckingham Palace confirms ceremonies proceed as planned. king and queen rehearse privately, wave to cheering crowds from the Abbey steps amid long lines, traffic disruption, and elaborate decorations in the West End.
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Duasilay
Buckingham Palace
Westminster Abbey
Weestminelyr
Afivranen
Abbes
Vieturke Memorial
Uinge Etushats
Melbourne Choral Festival Opens Coronation Celebration
A large choir near 3000 members from church and artistic societies performed at the Exhibition Building with the AB Sanphony Orchestra and Salvation Army Band. The program featured uplifting works including Tan of Tope and The Fyrom ton Odes, with audience participation.
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Ehurch
A.B. Sanphony Orchestra
Salvation Anpiy Rand
Asfrioth Drs
Juha Masetfeld
British honors four new peers and other recognitions
A London report outlines the king's honors list, naming four new peers and multiple promotions across royal and military orders. It notes appointments to chief roles within regiments, a range of noble titles, and the inclusion of notable public figures and industrial leaders among the recipients.
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London
Majasty
Lyon
Fragmented account of coronation rites and public ceremony
A garbled report describes a coronation ceremony with religious overtones and public crowds. It notes archbishop remarks, oath taking, and ceremonial details, mentioning devotion to duty and questions about ceremonial expense. Names and places are unclear due to damaged text.
Coronation Celebrations Spark Patriotism in Pirie Schools
About a thousand Pirie students gathered on the eve of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth's coronation. Assemblies with speeches by the mayor highlighted liberty and peace behind the Crown. The day included an honor board unveiling and the Hawker Trophy award for 1936 attendance, plus a coronation ceremony at Solomontown.
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Pirie School
George VI
Elizabeth
England
Ay Pirie School
Civic Service This Morning Breach in Civic Duties Noted
Fragmentary report shows a civic service held this morning with various speakers and hymns. Text is garbled but mentions hall events, singing, and local officials, with uncertain names and places.
Simple Commemoration At High School
A school assembly honors the British throne with remarks by Rev. W. B L Howden and others. Cheadmaster Threadgald leads the event in a hall where students and staff reflect on Empire values and national unity during the program.
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Grey Pleibiscite: Adelaide Two MPs seek LC.L. endorsem
Two members of other Houses pursue LC.L. endorsement for the Grey seat in the House of Representatives ahead of this year’s elections. The report notes constitutional limits, potential resignations, and internal party maneuvering as candidates vie for nomination amid lingering speculation.
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Proof Wanted Not Words on Wage Increase Debate
Fragmentary text from 1920 discusses wage increase questions and a chief justice statement. Names appear as Piddington and Dethridge among others but the fragmentary source limits clear details. The piece hints at a public wage debate and legal opinions on earnings.
Man Wandering Workman Left 5000 In Estate After Death
An elderly Irish migrant James Reilly aged about 78 died in a private Adelaide hospital leaving no will and claiming no money. He reportedly had 5000 pounds in savings and bank deposits across states. His true kin are being sought by the Public Trustee to administer the estate. Reilly, born in County Cavan, wandered Australia for 60 years, living in boarding houses and working at various jobs.
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Cheay
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Labor Bureau
Thermometer Report Shows Mixed Mood Tradeoff
The article reflects on economic conditions and wage trends, noting claims by union advocates about wage standards and living costs. It contrasts high prices and varied manufacturing prosperity with unemployment returning to pre-depression levels, suggesting broader social and political implications.
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iPi
School Hall Hosts 150 Visitors At Pirie
A large gathering of 150 visitors attended Pirie School for a ceremonial afternoon. The event featured speeches by the headmaster and committee members, with praise for students and staff, and a display of loyalty to the school. Continued on Page 4.
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Pirie School
Queensland railway strike over coronation pay
Queensland faces a Coronation Day railway shutdown as workers reject government pay rules. Union leaders argue enhanced wages are due for the public utility service while observers note disruptions and delayed services across rail depots tonight.
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Queensland
London Bus Strike Hobbles Coronation Preparations
London bus strike of 26,000 workers threatens to persist through coronation week as talks falter. Transport Workers Union executive council refers matters on suspensions and potential tram and trolley services to possible settlement avenues amid renewed ministerial involvement. Meanwhile Mine Workers Federation delays actions in Nottinghamshire to seek talks, as unions press for a broader accord.
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Local Pirie West residents face medical and civic updates
Mrs Fiter of Pirie West is hospitalized after a cubital injury at Pirie Hospital. Mr T Dunes of Beetilon sought care yesterday, as did Dawn and family. Dawn, Mrs Harvey of Seyumbhy Street, and Mr Nera Basler of Pirie West received hospital attention for injuries or illness. Community secretary Mr W Smale returned from Broken Hill with Mother's Day plans. Adelaide arrivals, taxes, and civic matters echo through a busy Pirie scene.
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Market mix in London base metals bid gains and firming prices
Non ferrous metals showed clearer, lead rising 8/9 a ton and speter up 7/6 on the London market. Standard spot silver steadied while fine gold on the pen market rose to £7 0/9 per ounce as London exchange quotes reported mixed forward gains and small shifts across most metals.
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Wheat Markets and Reports From Adelaide May 1
Adelaide markets show farmers' lots limited at 9 1/4 cents per bushel on trucks at Port Adelaide under chief Jolliporis. Liverpool Market features slackness before the Corollion Tay holiday. Reports from Kansas suggest a government crop estimate of 23 million bushels, reflecting May 4 conditions. Weather and southwest reports indicate improving conditions after rains.
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Inquest Finds Packett Murdered Two Men at Moina
The coroner ruled that Groton Frankcombe and Henry Lawson were murdered by Donald Henry Crattenden Packett. Police testimony cited Packett's alleged statements admitting the shooting after they examined his rifle, bullets, and a road-side scene near Townsend's house on April 26. Detected inconsistencies followed as Packett gave a lengthy statement at Shefield Court, with Brown corroborating some points before Packett refused to add further testimony.
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YMLCA entertains visitors at Pirle Y M C A program
YMLCA last night entertained about 304 senior members and visitors with a varied programme at the Gertrude street building. Adelaide pianist John Wright and Misses Naylor and Anita Eason performed while Bob Ferguson led community singing. The event featured marching displays, solo and violin items, a tumbling exhibition, junior and scout demonstrations, and gymnastic displays. President John top Uts spoke on the association’s work and future, praising unemployment welfare efforts and youth activities.
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Scotch College Party In Pirie on Industrial Tour
A Scotch College party of 4 students and a master arrived in Pirie for a northern tour to study geography and industry. The group visited Weeroona Island, attended theatre, inspected wharfs, and planned a visit to the smelters and towns like Jamestown Burra and Clare, staying at Gomtrai Motel.
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Australians Favored in Davis Cup Tie Despite Practice Lapses
In San Francisco on Tuesday Australian Davis Cup women, who missed yesterday’s practice due to court trouble, arrive as slight favorites to face the United States in the zone final. Manager Sprouther expects McGrath's condition to improve soon as WKS recovery progresses and notes no immediate need for worry.
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