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Newspaper

Port Pirie Recorder

Location

Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia

Date

May 18, 1932

Page

1

Clearing Decks For Action

STEVENS MINISTRY BEGINS BIG TASK as New South Wales Ministry starts work to straighten tangled state affairs. Newly appointed heads take charge, with key instructions and cancellations. Federal Gov removes Financial Agreements Enforcement Act pressure. Drummond announces resumed payments of widows pensions and child welfare allowances, over 250000 pounds to be paid next week. Brunner cancels previous cabinet directive and seeks an additional loan of similar size.

Sydney New South Wales Drummond Education Lang Brunner Transport

Loyalist unions urged to join bonafide unions

The article notes loyalist unions in the railway service should affiliate with legitimate unions. It is projected that about 30 400 men could gain work once the State Government obtains from the Commonwealth a relief grant of £600. Mr Cunningham minister of works departed for Canberra to confer with the federal authorities.

Commonwealth Mr. Cunningham Canberra

Work For Miners ADELAIDE Schedule Of Works Ahead

ADELAIDE Tuesday. A list of undertakings submitted by the Mines Dell involving the expenditure of 35 000 pounds will be placed before the Unemployment Belief Council tomorrow afternoon. It is expected that some works will be approved, providing work for men formerly employed in the mining industry during the low mood.

Adelaide LST Dell

Country Looks Well Despite Rain Outlook

H M Day general manager for South Allsttalia of the Sheil Company says rains will help Nis State if winter moisture arrives. visits Port Pile noting country looks better than in years. Dr and Mrs Max Gecht were reportedly kidnapped in the United States, held for ransom, and released after a dramatic sequence.

Nis H. M. Day South Allsttalia Sheil Company Day Port Pile Max Gecht United States Que

Canberra House votes to suspend Enforcement Act in brief

In Canberra on a Tuesday the House of Representatives quickly suspended the Enforcement Act in 70 minutes with minimal debate. Lyons rejected Scullin’s amendment to repeal the suspension and James’s proposal to extend it for two years, both defeated. The bill allows the Governor General to remove the suspension by proclamation, triggering all related proclamations and regulations.

Canberra House of Representatives Lyons Scullin James

Lang Government Deficit Surpasses Fifteen Million Pounds

It was learned tonight that the legacy deficit left by the Lang Government will amount to more than 15 million pounds. The revelation highlights vast financial liabilities carried by the administration and signals mounting economic pressure ahead of future budget decisions.

LANG Sydney

Pastoral rains favor lambing across northern districts

Light rain swept much of the pastoral country in the north boosting prospects for lambing. Areas around Par North and East-West rail lines logged up to half an inch with Mount Elis and Barrow Creek recording higher totals. Secretary B Virgo of the Stockowners Association said surface water will ease ewe movement and improve feed if rains continue. Northern districts fared better than Willowie Melrose Wilmington Angareton with lighter falls.

Adelaide Mallat Creek Pariwa Marree Mount Elis Barrow Creek Central Australia B. Virgo The Stockawners' Association Willawie Melrose Wilmington Angarrieton

Meat Industry Fostering Push for Angliss in Ottawa Delegation

In Melbourne on Tuesday a united move by the meat industry urged the Federal Government to appoint Mr W Angliss MLC as consultant to the Australian delegation to the Ottawa Imperial Conference. A meeting at the Newmarket saleyards included grassers representatives and unanimously backed the proposal citing his extensive knowledge of live markets and Australian and world meat trade ramifications.

Melbourne Wost Indusary W. Angliss Ottawa New Farket Anglies Ecu

Most Prosperous Kalgoorlie Shines on Gold Boom

Mr Darel arrives in Piri Lat night and declares Australia’s Kalgoorlie the most prosperous in years. He credits the word gold for better times, noting there is work for locals, though not abundant, adequate to support those living there.

Darel Piri Kalgoorlie

Arbitration Court Grants Absolute Preference to Female Unionists

In Melbourne on Tuesday Judge Drake Brockman ruled the Arbitration Court may grant absolute preference to female union members within the clothing trades, following High Court questions on power. The decision, limited to 42 months, aims to curb exploitation though Section 40 restricts other factors if equal conditions apply.

Melbourne Arbitration Court Drake Brockman Amalgamated Clothing and Allied Trades Employee’ Union High Court M's Manor Carter Salil Arbijtration Court Hi “Onor Rind Mis Honor

New Port Pirie School Head W A Bentley Appointed

W A Bentley named headmaster of Port Pirie School brings 38 years in the Education Department. His early career began at Mount Gambier in 1894, with stints at Crawler, Tanunda, Cockburn, Yarcowie, Delamere, Upper Sturt, Basket Range, Terowie, Kapunda, Mt Gambier, Westbourne Park, and North Adelaide, with varied tenures including five years at Tanunda and Kapunda, four months at North Adelaide.

W. A Bentley Port Pirie Mount Gambler School Bentley Crawler School Tanunda Cockburn Yarcowle Delamere Upper Sturt Basket Range Terowle Kapunda Mt. [Gobier Westbourne’ Park

Tramways Strike Ends in Christchurch Tribunal

Wellington reports the Tramways Union has accepted a tribunal based settlement for the Christchurch tramway strike. A special tribunal form will hear the case and issue decisions to resolve the dispute.

Wellington N.Z Wolon Christchurch

Labor unity hopes ride on cross state support

Across the Eastern States a cautious Labor unity possibility emerges as expelled members may be brought back and help from Victoria to Sydney could bind supporters and opponents of the Premiers' Plan. A move to aid Federal ALP candidates in New South Wales is discussed to heal divisions.

Victoria South Australia New South Wales Mill Labor Party Fofd A.L.P

Pastoral Wages Reduction Hinted by Arbitration Court

The Full Arbitration Court reserve d judgment on a Northern Territory Pastoral Lessees Association plea for 50 percent wage cuts for pastoral workers. Judge Beeby noted financial strain in northern diamond mining? industry and falling prices, suggesting a 20 percent cut similar to the graziers case.

Melbourne Northern Territory Pastoral Lessees' Association Beeby

Alleged Treatment With Devis In Suit Against Newspaper

The Sydney newspaper today appealed to the High Court against a decision by Sir G W. R Murray in a libel case. The article accused Becker of deception and fraud, claiming he posed as a doctor of medicine and used the drug ataphan in his practice. The defence denied the accusations, asserting the piece was fair comment in the public interest. The hearing was adjourned until tomorrow.

Melbourne MITH Sydney High Court G W. R Murray Chieh M.S. Marburg Germany Rae Hie Eurly Tanslaughter Becker FV. Smith E.C Menaies K.C Abbott

Reading of Court Conflicts Tease Fulsome Outcome

A fragmentary report notes a witness stating the defendant had limited capability to testify after a confrontation. The account suggests the accused offered no more information beyond a brief admission, leaving unresolved questions about the event and its aftermath.

One-Way Trade Delaying Prosperity

Views of Shell Company Chief urge lifting artificial restrictions and urge nations to assist as world slump continues. He notes Australia bears initial depression and must pull through, praising farmers and the public spirit while warning of barbed wire trade barriers that hinder recovery.

Wwig Mr. Sarch Australia Ausralia

Outbreak of Diphtheria Nine Cases in Four Weeks

Public health guidance from the Central Board of Health of South Australia warns of a nine case diphtheria outbreak in Port Adelaide schools over four weeks. It covers symptoms, isolation, disinfection, hospital admission, and notification procedures for parents and local boards to prevent spread.

Port Pirie Board of Health Dave Port School Pike i B. G. Johnston Central Board of Health of South Australia

Trade balance and global markets quoted by Mr Darch

Mr Darch warned that global dull mood stems from imbalances between exports and imports. He said Australia cannot rely on exports alone and must a balance to fund overseas commitments. He urged lifting import bans and international cooperation to restore prosperity through accessible markets.

Mr. Darch Australia Ottawa

Phar Lap Poisoning Allegations Stir Leader's Fire

Australian journalist Mr HL A Wolfe claims Phar Lap was deliberately poisoned in Auckland reporting. Wolfe asserts a deliberate act against the champion racehorse, highlighting ongoing questions about its death and motives behind the alleged poisoning.

Auckland Phar Lap HL. A. Wolfe Austra

Port Pirie Visit by Shell Australia General Manager Party

Mr C Daren general manager for Shell Australia and his wife arrived at Port Pirie from Western Australia. With him were HL M Day general manager of the company in South Australia and his daughter. The party, staying at the Hoy Breha nee Hotel, will depart for Adelaide this afternoon. Mayor Middletough plans to leave with Port Pirie Council members for Adelaide on corporation business. The mayor will inquire about Pirie’s quote for the Commonwealth relief grant. Also Capt Wolf Barnato, the British racing motorist, married to Miss Jackie Quealy of San Francisco.

C. Daren Australia Shell Company Port Pirie Western Australia Daren Hl, M. Day South Australia Hoya Brehanee Hotel Pirie Fur Adelaide Middletough Adelaide Wolf Barnato San Francisco Jackie Eealy Mijay ‘Quealy

Football Ballot Sparks St Mark's Club Meeting

A letter to Pirie Football Association outlined a season ballot for the most popular player. Print programs carried voting devices. ballots were to be placed in a ballot box at Crystal Brook Globe Goal and at other shops. The scheme, checked by Mr J Murphy, began under conditions approved by the club with ballot boxes hidden in trees and rights preserved by local authorities. Rudyard Kipling is noted as turning 66, residing at Burwash with details of moats and rose gardens in the countryside.

Heath Taway Pirie Seeklen St Mark's Club Assovielion Po J. Murphy Cryatel Brook Seothyr Globe Ducent Roa Rudyard Kipling Burwash Sussex Downs Stuyphy Forest of Rose Francis Independy Fran Torviam Nad Ase

Unlawful Associations Debate Moves in Senate

In Canberra on Tuesday the second reading of the Amunding Conciliation and Arbitration Bill was moved in the Senate, but the debate adjourned. A Mothers Club meeting is planned at the local school Thursday afternoon at 2:20 with officer elections and guest speaker Mise Dicom of the Travedien Ald. Sealety to speak.

Canberra Sem. A MoSsollan Senate

Aged Woman Suffocated in Port Melbourne Fire

A 70 year old Port Melbourne woman, Mrs Bile Option, perished when a bed fire broke out early Tuesday. Fire officials report she suffocated before rescuers could reach her. The incident is under investigation by local authorities.

Melboi Bile Option Port Melbourne Wgo Mo Fae

Tram Attack Blinds Driver After Chemical Toss

A youth, described as a pupil from a school, assaulted a tram driver by tossing a chemical, temporarily blinding Albert Grae. Medics treated the driver, but detectives could not locate the assailant.

le Bee Beanie Ss Snamteat Albert Grae Oreer Rebee Eee Detectiven Culpett

Also Mentioned on This Page

Stevens Bruner Mr. H. M. Day Lambing Clothing Trades Case PIRIE_SCHOOL Mr. Bentley N.Z. Tramways Strike United Devis Darek Australis Australan Peope Mr Dareh South Aust Ull Wiphtheria Tess Ham Teanfrimation
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