15 May 1919
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 15, 1919
Page
1
Report shows engineers at Batken Hill and related lines delaying restart due to coal shortages and lack of carpenters for repairs. Officials note resumed work depends on incoming supplies and sufficient repairs, with statements from management andacting manager Ther Churey outlining uncertain return date.
The notice reports the death of Miss Mirith Huthyen aged 27 in a railway incident near Kenwick. Details are unclear due to damaged text but the report identifies her as the deceased and mentions an investigation and associated parties.
A May incident near Hailey involves Mr. Hevebr and Hailey officials amid a government outcry over the railway mishap. The evening report notes significant losses and disputed figures as authorities investigate the cause and responsibility.
In Adelaide a public holiday for the King's birthday on Tuesday June 3 is debated with some urging to observe it the following Saturday. The Premier and Mr Peake discuss the proposed date, noting the King’s wishes and whether the holiday should be fixed or altered.
A local Liberty League gathering is set at the town hall with a public meeting slated for the evening. Prohibition topics will be explained by prominent speakers including Fire Brigade Liberty League officials and Major speakers. The program features an orchestra and St. Mark's brass band, with no reserved seating or collections.
A reshuffle fills the vacancy in the ministry with Mr. G Hitchis as Chief Secretary in Adelaide. The Premier announced the full cabinet reallocation including portfolios for Treasury Defense Marine Agriculture and Mines with several ministers sworn in at Government House.
The text, likely part of a Port Pirie item, notes a publiceye section with references to individuals including W G A Hansin, a former private in the 300 Battalion, visiting Port Pirie for work on a triangle day project. It mentions service in 1916 and prior ties to Kadina and Broken Hill.
A reader urges avoiding ill tasting medicines and praises Chamberlain's Cough Remedy for its pleasant flavor and safety for children. The note claims it has no adulterants and is favored by mothers for fragile young patients.
Reports from Port Pirie state the Amalgamated Society of Carpenters and Joiners branch led by Mr A Napide remains firm as carpenters at Suteliers continue their strike. A special ANWA meeting on Tuesday night reinforced their resolve to hold out until settlements are reached with the Wesineloe Lampany.
The fortnightly viewing of sailors and soldiers associations was held at the general school hall. Delegates discussed annual subscriptions with 2/6 to send to Adelaide and 3/4 paid by associations, plus a proposal for a conference of unions to consider affiliation. Reports from Murray Bridge members noted the year’s basis for aviation funding and future subscriptions. Ministers and presidents received votes of confidence as the meeting concluded.
Dr Beth voices accountability questions as Adelaide reports on influenza control efforts. central board discussions touch on local board responsibilities, epidemic progress, and the need for decisive public health action amid widespread illness.
Tokyo reports renewed anti American activity as demonstrations were planned for Sunday. Police prevented the events amid fears that rising US influence in international affairs may curb Japan's actions in Siberia.
A historical death notice from a damaged OCR item reports a death in Adelaide with partial data. It mentions hospital admission on a date in October and references a street and location context, though many words are garbled. The readable fragments indicate a personal passing and medical details within a local obituary snippet.
A damaged OCR item about a death at Broken Hill with unclear names and actions. It mentions a fray and a person named Wins and Gaby. details and sequence are unreadable. The fragmentary text lacks clear dates, full names, or concrete outcomes.
An ethical engineer in Horse Engkinst describes soaking seeds in a salt and electric solution then drying to create electrified seeds. Trials show stronger stalks and yield gains ranging five to twenty bushels per acre for oats and nearly seven for wheat. Twenty seven farmers in South Revarraund report average gains, with British researchers at Groot Bel tata studying the method.
An agenda item notes an animating discussion introduced by Me WW. Biselen and supported by Aiset F. Wille and Parks. The committee considered the admission of new members and agreed that consideration may be resumed at the next meeting.
A fragmented late basketball account describes a chaotic half time, multiple shot attempts, and fleeting lead changes. Players Laube Langsford Bronnick Watts and Leahey show strong form for Cannas and Stars with varied scoring, while Schulze Gill and Leahy contribute for their teams in a tense final.
A dubious ad touts Mt Chriber Lains Couch Remedy as providing immediate relief for colds, claiming it strengthens the system and resists other diseases. It contrasts with Chamberlin's Gosh Remedy, marketed as safer for children and sold widely by Sola.
In Adelaide the Government Workers' Tribunal resumed hearings on the living wage for metropolitan workers. Daly argued a nine shilling daily wage, with unions seeking decency housing and union fees. The debate covered sufficiency to cover basic needs, housing, and the impact on families, with critics calling the government stance a cruel blunder.
A garbled ad style note touts Peps as a trusted British chemist remedy for throat chest and lung ailments. It claims Peps soothes the bronchi and lungs, counters incipient weakness and prevents chest infections, recommending boxes priced at 4/6 and 2/ per box.
Shipping notices report High Water at 11.12 am and 11.32 pm with arrivals and departures. Vessels like Grebaly and Dorrington Court discharge or load wheat at Baltic and B.H.A.S. wharfs, with Geo Wills & Co. and Interstate Steamer Co. as agents. A 7200 ton wheat shipment is set for completion, while others prepare to sail for Pot Said orders and ports, with several vessels expected this week.
A Supreme Court libel case involves Gordon Herbert Carter, MW State Service Federation general secretary, and Sout Tharyson of Malvert against Clerical Association members. Defendants allegedly published false statements damaging Carter’s reputation and the federation, claiming about £54,000 in losses and disintegration within the service group.
Discussion notes a New York water supply reform using an electrical process to produce a non poisonous disinfectant from salts. The method aims to sanitize canal water for drinking sprinkling public streets and washing public institutions, with long lasting effectiveness, tracing origins to broader London health efforts.
The Commonwealth Ministry has yet to publicly set firm plans for reconciling labor and capital. International discussions and British reports have urged a broad inquiry into central relations, with an Acting Prime Minister likely to address the topic soon. A representative commission may be authorized to study labor capital ties, following the Whitley model for guidance.
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