Coroner probes death of Ethel Belshaw in Inverloch
Melbourne coroner's court hears evidence about the death of Ethel Belshaw found bound and gagged in scrub at Inverloch on January 2. Witnesses describe sightings with Gordon Knights, alleged murderer Gordon Knights’ movements, and pathologist notes of possible strangling and internal injuries. The hearing adjourned to tomorrow.
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Melbourne
Ethel Belshaw
Inverloch
Adela Knights
Gordon Knights
Gordon Wat
Margaret
Mitty
Jenkins
Searel
Rachel Wetshaw
Gordon
Lien Bally
Fondu
Marrison
Mr. Duns
Isis
Muller
Turtnett
Giordan
Adelaide girl spared jail for shoplifting spree
In Adelaide a 24 year old, Gwendoline Longmore of Marryatville, faced three charges of shoplifting and larceny. Miss S L Madddeford, for the accused, described her as taught to steal by older associates. The magistrate adjourned the case for a week and ordered medical care as the girl sought release and possible marriage to a man who would help her escape influence. }
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Adelaide
Oliver Twist
Fagan
S. L. Madddeford
Maddeford
Behulf
Gwendoline
Maria Longmore
Kensieglon Road
Marryatville
Wailly
Masseford
Longmore
Barbera Am
Arthur Collins
Mount Bryan
Myer Emporium
Pleasant Evening At Central Mission
A Central Hall gathering hosted by the Central Methodist Ladies' Guild attracted about 109 attendees last night. It marked the first event since Easter and featured several musical items, assisted by Miss Francis J. Menoforte, Miss Henwood Semaj, Mrs. Fran ca M Williamson, and a pasty supper served by guild members.
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Central Methodist Ladies’ Guild
A. E. Jones
Joggs
Miss Francis
J. Menoforte
Henwood
Veteran Fire Chief Bland to Lead Port Adelaide Brigade
In 1889 Tom Bland began his fire service at the Cyclorama in Hindley Street and rose through roles to senior fire at Adelaide. On leaving Pirie for Port Adelaide he will command four firemen and six auxiliaries guarding wool stores, warehouses, depots, and shipping, with strong community support.
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Tom Bland
Metropoli
Ian Fir
Brigwle
Hindsey Street
West
Thomas Blind
Pirie
Port Adelaide
South Australia
Bland
Fas
Joe
Glanville
Blige
Wallacon Minvs
Laval Unters
Uny
Prigade
Kadina
Luttt Australia
Cooper
Booker
Adelaide
Spe- Wat
Metad
Senior Tire
A. J. Napier
Norwood
Ne Win
Pirkei Lake
Holden
Pirleans
uMeer
Wile
New South Wales
Elise
Mount Keseluske
New Zealand
Musttiia
Pirie Street
Citadel
Prahan Motheuson
Sydney
Mylbourne
Tool
Slattery
Rulvers
Perjury Fine in Adelaide Court Case Details
A 5 pound fine was imposed on Carl Henningsen aged 50 a Halidon farmer after admitting falsely swearing in Bankruptcy Court on January 9 about an anvil owned by bankrupt L B Seymour. Henningsen faced two years good behaviour bond and the court heard Seymour had used his telephone for long calls linked to the missing anvil.
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Adelaide
Carl Henningsen
Halidon
Criminal Court
Henningsen
L. B. Seymour
L. J. P. Roper
Pirie Cricket Association
West Suburban
J. W. Nelligan
Seymour
Henjingsen
Brisbane wool prices edged firmer at Tuesday sale
Exicbane wool prices were firmer with the market advancing generally from 24 to 5 per cent and in some cases up 74 per cent from last week's closing quotations. The report notes stronger demand and varied gains across lots.
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Brisbane
Man Who Loves His Task Faithful Salvation Army Leader
Lieut.-Colonel E. J. Slattery, state commander of the Salvation Army, is portrayed as earnest and gentle, abandoning athletics for salvation work. The piece recalls his rugby and track prowess, his wartime service, and his belief in a complete commitment to religious duties over worldly sport. It notes his emphasis on unity across denominations and the need to combat social ills while maintaining a clear demarcation between Salvation Army practice and secular sport.
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Cal
E. J. Slattery
the Salvation Amy
Cal, Staviery
Schomer
Salvation Army
Slutivry
Hus
Tiene
Hener
Scott Adelaide Isarien
Judas
Ronvicion
Dullées
Gul. Slallery
Cat
Etaoral
State banquet in Melbourne honors King’s silver jubilee
A grand state banquet at Parliament House in Melbourne marked the King’s silver jubilee with about 400 guests. Attendees included parliament officials, defence service representatives, mayors, and state residents. General Booth praised Army efforts, noting conservative methods, long service, and international exposure shaping Australia’s defense work.
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Melbourne
Vehfanglion
Parliament House
Elty
Wayueh
Metal markets show lead at 413 and copper gains
Australian Mines and Metals Association reports latest ring prices from the London Metal Exchange. Copper and tin edges higher on spot and forward quotes while lead and zinc rise. Gold remains steady with prices near 72 pounds per ounce.
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Adelaide
Australian Mines and Metals Association
Lunde Metal Exchange
Idewn
Weather Log Shows 67.1° High and 42° Low
Yesterday measured a maximum of 67.1 degrees. The 24 hour minimum ended at 8.30 am at 42 degrees.
Hostility to Church Sparks Change in Economic View
Rev J E Newnham told the Baptist Union that indifference to conditions has made the church appear to accept harsh economic life as part of Christianity. He warned the masses’ torpidity is giving way to hostility as awareness grows.
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J. E. Newnham
Baptist Union
Personal notes from Pirie and Royal Exchange Hotel visitors
GE Smith of G Wood Som id Ge arrived Monday night and is staying at the Royal Exchange Hotel. Mr and Mrs Newett arrived in Pirie Monday night and are at the Royal Exchange Hotel. Mr Wilson of J W Grusby and Co was among Royal Exchange Hotel arrivals Monday night. Mp W Lowen of Sy weds Bros staff resumes duty after fortnight annual leave. Senator A J McLyenlan Post at Gladstone yesterday. Mr T Fowler of Wool and IL Willy Australia Limited on periodic Pirie visit and at the Royal Exchange Hotel. Mrs Held wife of Mr Heid of Salamontana left Pirie Hospital for home after seven weeks.
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Ac. Ge, Smith
G Wood
Somid Ge
Royal Exchange Hotel
Mrs. Uewett
Pirie
Mr. Wilson
J. W. Grusby Amt Co
W. Lowen
Sy Weds Bros
Mrt
Fowlers of
Woop
IL Willy
Australta . Limited
Ison
Hoyal Exchange Hotel
Melbourne Assembly Opens With Debt and Marketing Bills
The Legislative Assembly resumed after a six week recess as Premier Dunstan outlined the government’s program. He announced four bills including Rural Debt Adjustment, Marketing, and Cultivation Advances Act amendments. A public service salary and pension extension for three months was proposed while reproductive relief works depended on available funds.
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Melbourne
Dunstan
Government to fund council work schemes amounting to ration costs
Mr. Jeffries announced the government will provide councils with funding equal to ration costs for unemployed men employed through council schemes. The total allocation was set at £20,000 with a plan to extend relief by offering paid work while ensuring wage supervision and material costs.
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Adelaide
Jeffries
Guyreseal
Building trade revival boosts Pirie district activity
Contractors report a 50 percent brighter building trade in Pirie and district signaling a state wide revival. Easier access to credit, realisation of town’s solidity as a residential and commercial hub, and increased work from repairs and new homes mark the gradual upturn, with strong demand cited across local firms.
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Pirie
Mean Much to Pirie In Home Industry Scene
The article describes tensions around home industry activity with references to labor, depressions, and manufacturing concerns. It notes workers and trades like cement mixers and structures, while signaling economic strain and political reactions influencing industry. The tone resembles a regional report on economic adversity and labor conditions.
One Step Forward Hope of Mr Hughes
Despite garbled text a minister quotes hope at a conference on cancer. He speaks on past seven years of death rate and aims to advance toward discovery of the cause and a remedy for cancer. The tone reflects a formal health policy address at an Australian cancer specialists conference.
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Heyl Win
Lustoatie
Flying Doctor Licence Reinstated After Conviction
A Melbourne aviation official noted the return of the flying doctor licence in North Australia after the aviator Clyde Fomtoe was convicted of various false claims. The case involved prior deception and the regulator’s decision to reinstate the licence following review.
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Melmurne
Clyde Fomtoe
North Australia
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