14 May 1936
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 14, 1936
Page
1
Adelaide showery weather damped Adelaide Cup day as Cape York led a heavy track to victory. Jockeys faced a sloppy surface while wagers favored bookmakers. Cape York edged rivals amid contested finishes and several longshots in the one mile plus event with notable placings for Alfange and Peceival in the broader program.
Latest advices from the Mines and Metals Association show copper, tin, silver and gold quotations with spot and forward prices. Copper down to 300 15/71 per ton, tin easing to 204 2/0, silver steady cash, gold mixed with open marker declines and forward shifts. References to markets around Tenterden and Norite exchanges, with race and betting context for racing events as fringe notes.
The Daily Mail reports the Red Shadow deepening in France with Communists vowing to form an outside Ministry of the Masses though not joining the new government. The move seems an idle boast and may hint at a Soviet style organization. The situation recalls Russia in 1917 when Lenin displaced Kerensky.
London report on a Royal Empire meeting where migration and imperial policy dominated speeches. Stevens, premier of New South Wales, referred to continental alliances and imperial responsibilities, stressing migration as a core issue and signaling broader debates on empire relations.
Walter Stanley Hutchings 16, son of Mrs C Hutchings of Pine Estate, fell from a moving cart while driving for a local wood merchant near West Suburban Hotel Pirie West. Admitted to Pirie Hospital with shock. the horse continued on. Hutchings told Mrs Ellis he fell when reins broke. doctors summoned as his condition worsened.
Melbourne report says the Bren automatic will replace the Lewix machine gun at the Lithgow Small-Arms Factory in New South Wales. Secretary of Defence M L Shepherd notes the Bren is lighter and more reliable. Factory manager A S Ford will head to England to study gun details as Royal Small-Arms Factory exports to the British Army.
A jury at the Court of General Senators today acquitted John Stevens 22, who faced robbery with arms charges relating to an incident at South Mel Inmpne Post Office on January B.
A new aviation company with capital of £500,000 was registered to take over Holyman's Airways and Adelaide Airways services between Hobart and Sydney and Adelaide on Melbourne. The venture, named Australian National Airways, will be led by Holyman's and Adelaide Airways with several partners. It aims to improve safety and service, with possible talks to include other firms.
Me Allan Thompson of Manly spoke about his brother Harold Thorpcot a solicitor from Parramatta and their own disappearance. They were missing since Saturday and located near Broken Hill yesterday after police searched following the launch being found abandoned in the Hawkesbury River.
Melbourne reports a mystery patient from Royal Mabcotine Hospital who woke unconscious yesterday and is linked to a 96 year old man named John Tins Kikvard v'sulliven. Medical records hint at a past trauma over seven years and a questioned resemblance to a different individual. Police are pursuing a speedy resolution to prevent future trouble.
South Australian Railways has arranged purchase of most land along the Redhill to Solomon Town route. W E Turner, departmental valuator, said negotiations began in March, with landholders near Redhill completed to within a mile of Solomon Town. He may soon once more negotiate with Pirie Town Council for station and running sheds land. A contract for six railway employee houses near Satomontowi station was let to a Adelaide contractor. The houses will be five rooms with weatherboard and plaster, galvanised roofs, and water already laid. construction start date unknown. Turner, staying at the Central Hotel, represents the State as the largest buyer and assesses Lindwinder value before recommending payment.
At Redhill Westill on Wednesday, sixty men gathered hoping for work on the Redhill railway line. Many are living in makeshift shelters along the river banks and surrounding the town. The district clerk fears a ticket surge will overwhelm demand as preparations begin at 7.30 tomorrow.
A Windhover amphibian plane owned by Matthews Aviation Company, carrying a pilot, navigator, and three passengers, ditched two miles from King Island due to darkness while en route from Melbourne. The craft was blown ashore and wrecked, but all aboard reached the beach safely with car headlights lighting the scene.
In Canberra today Mr J A Lyons signalled possible tax cuts for taxpayers, though not committing to substantial reductions. He noted the huge 44,000,000 surplus but warned the exact scope of cuts, including sales tax, remains unsure while the government contemplates price and central revenue effects. The surplus could enable significant fiscal options.
Irish Free State Recorder notes Mekatee, the Finance Minister, presenting a budget of £422,000 aimed at expanding tax relief and funding avenues. The speech emphasizes using funds for economic measures in the Free State.
Heirship heirs to Sidney Myer estate seek reduction in probate duties as Supreme Court hears appeal. The estate valued at £922,512 with £185,380 duty, centers on Meon Investments share value disputed between £15 per share at death and £1 3/4 per share per Taxation Commissioner. The case involves Myer Emporium director, Myer Investments Proprietary Limited.
Rome Times report from London says Baron Aloisi and other Italian delegates left Geneva in secret. Mussolini’s exact aim remains unknown whether the move signals a final break with the League of Nations or sanctions relief. Fascist council members reportedly favored a cleancut severance from League ties.
A London report states a doctor describes treatment for an alleged case of Italians suborning him. The tale refers to a Palisth simgeen captured at Uvessye last December and notes wartime context.
A mangled note from a Viennese correspondent of The Times reports congratulations to Mussolini era Italy. It mentions leaders praising Fascist strength and victory, with garbled phrasing but intent to honor Italian leaders and their regime.
A crowded Pirie Hospital diary reports multiple recoveries and admissions, including M N Lalene improving after surgery, M Wauchape from Salomontown, and Stanley of Solomontown undergoing tonsil surgery. It notes constable Engaged to be married, football injuries near St Anthony's, and several local residents visiting or returning from Adelaide and holidays.
A government minister announced no reprieve for Hickey who was condemned for murder. Deputation members urged mercy while others argued for justice as crowds wept. Hickey, said to have killed Montague Hexwood, faces execution at Sea Bay Gaol the next morning.
Amaten Lucas of Australia announced Barney Ross will defend his Australian championship against Jack Carrel. Ross reportedly guaranteed £9000 exclusive of Australian income tax. Date of the bout has not been announced.
In Kiama resumed inquest into tramway pensioner Charles Dawson's death. Det. Sgt. McRae read a statement by Francis Maudlin alleging Dawson threatened him with a rifle after stealing items and a fire link. Maudlin claims he shot Dawson, dragged him to a well, then buried him and fled Oak Flats.
The railway company reports seven days ending May 7 with earnings of £60302, an increase from £51559 in the same period last year. The note mentions a separate item ERTL but lacks full context.
Beautiful vases of flowers were admired by patrons at Azony Theatre last night. The display from the garden of Mrs. Lo J Bhyrt, Gordon Street, Pirte South, drew nine notable admirers and added color to the evening.
Mr J Jelley, chairman of the Betting Control Board, stated on Wednesday that bets at football Adelaide will not be granted. The notice references the Pirie Football Association team and a proposed bookmaker lay in Adelaide, with attention drawn to the issue.
Melbourne reports a movement among major powers seeking a conference to avert war. Officials push for a structured dialogue to reduce tensions and prevent conflict, with diplomats from key nations preparing proposals and timelines for talks.
Alfred Bates told a tribunal about fearing tax increases and discussed insurance against higher taxes. He, a founder of sports papers and publicity firms tied to bookmakers, was approached with offers ranging from 600000 to 750000 pounds for his publishing interests.
In Sydney yesterday Clarice Kennedy posted a strong trial by over hurdles, prompting Doris Magee and Molly managing officials to nominate Kennedy for the Olympic Games team. A telegram from Sydney confirmed Australasian officials’ support amid discussions on the selection.
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