20 May 1939
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 20, 1939
Page
1
Arabs in the mandated territory Egypt Iraq and Saudi Arabia oppose the British plan while Jewish rioting in Palestine raises British anxiety as proposals for administration face regional rejection and criticism from Arab states.
The Times correspondent reports Madrid’s streets ablaze with red and gold as governments eyes the postwar display. British and Spanish forces mobilize, clashes erupt in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv amid Arab-Jewish tensions. Franco to address future plans while Britain’s White Paper faces Arab opposition and imminent food rationing debates.
Police urged exhumation to confirm the Port Adelaide River body. An inquest at Port Adelaide raised doubts about the victim after Ronald Graham Smashall of Royal Park was last seen March 17 and a body was recovered.
Mr and Mrs Threadgold marked a silver wedding with a large Pirie town gathering hosted by the mayor and mayoress. The event featured a floral tribute, two silver dishes, and a cake as townsfolk praised their 25 years together and service to the distressed, noting health and family as core blessings for the couple’s future.
A Napperby market gardener M Vella, age 44, was killed instantly when his light spring cart was struck by a Commonwealth train on Port Germein main road near Pirie. The horse escaped as wreckage and body parts littered the line. Witnesses described misty rain and the moment the cart failed to clear the crossing before the engine struck. An inquest was ordered for Port Pirie.
A buckboard carrying Mr. Frederick John Rowan and Mr. Clyde Kelly overturned twice on Fury Broughton road, seven miles from town yesterday afternoon. Both men suffered abrasions and shock. Kelly was thrown clear and struck his head, while Rowan remained in the cab as the vehicle finally rested on its wheels.
Wage increases across trades are announced by Mr. Boykett secretary of the L A Employers' Federation. In an Adelaide based schedule, weekly base rates rise by amounts listed for sectors including Aircraft Manufacture, Builders Labourers, Carters and Drivers, Clothing Trades, Engine Drivers, Metal Trades, Printing, Storemen and Packers, and Timber Workers. The adjustments take effect with the first pay period in June and include explicit regional variations for Adelaide Whyalla and Iron Knob, with notes on margins and special rates where shown.
In a fatal incident a man named Matthew Thompson and another victim were killed while two others were in critical condition. Police say the event occurred in Suerman with suspects in custody.
Adelaide report shows Rufus Stewart won the Spalding Golf Purse by 14 strokes, finishing in 235. W Robertson (Grange) placed second and W Marvey (Seaton) third with 308.
The report notes yesterday’s high of 66.5 degrees and a two hour period ending at 4:30 am showing a minimum reading. No additional weather details are provided.
Adelaide shippers kept limits unchanged at 2 1/22 bushes for old crop wheat and 2 3 4 2 for new, with 3 premium of 1d. 9 bushes for new crop delivered on Port Adelaide rail. Overseas options firmer. Liverpool steady with Chicago and Winnipes lotteries firm. Chicago supported by cash interests and dry weather in Kansas North Dakota. Winnipeg improves as exporters buy.
Latest official London metal quotations show copper and tin moving mixedly with drops in several standard and forward prices. Lord Gowrie, governor general, will brief Pirie on his upcoming pass through on the way from Broken Hill to the Northern Territory.
Australian Associated Press reports the King and Queen arriving in Montreal amid a warm reception. They toured the harbor route past military fortifications as crowds cheered, with Red Indians in parade and Empire flags waved. The visit drew about 83,000 French Canadian and Anglo Canadian attendees, and songs of God Save the King and Vive le Roi. The royal tour continues to Winnipeg and Halifax dates through June 15.
The Federal Council of the Lesaworken Union with 25 000 members in heavy industries weighed action against the Federal Government over defense measures. The union urged the Australasian Council of Trade Unions to back restraint while preparing to resist proposed wage and labor park actions. Strong support from affiliated bodies and potential nationwide solidarity were noted as key factors in the ongoing dispute.
A private inquiry agent Tait and Carl von Muller face fraud and conspiracy charges tied to a scheme involving Philip Stapleton and Marie Slattery to derail justice. David Buchanan, former partner, testified about retirement from the agency and attempted coerced statements amid a raid for divorce evidence.
Adelaide racing notes show a reshuffle of the City Handicap to June 3 and the Birthday Cup moved to June 16. Contenders include Son of Aureus Grecan Princess Desert Chief and Silent Tip with Derk David and Motes Prints among entries.
London dispatch notes evolving forms of anti Comintern alignment between Japan Italy and Germany. The changes shade the split of world powers into two blocs and reflect shifts in Asia where separate strands of interest emerge.
The newly formed Air Force Court will convene in Melbourne on Tuesday to hear evidence regarding two Avro Anson crashes. The court will exercise wide powers as it opens public enquiries into the incidents and related matters.
In Parliament Mr Lawson, Minister of Customs, said the Tariff Board had begun a general enquiry into establishing a displate industry in Australia but had not yet reported. MPs pressed for a second, fuller inquiry and questioned delays and reasons for extending the probe as the government aims to proceed with an open inquiry after initial findings.
The coroner concluded an inquiry into a deadly trek, blaming a bus driver for the crash that killed six passengers. He ordered the driver to stand trial on a manslaughter charge, stating the collision occurred within a short distance of the impending road. The inquiry noted the driver’s statements and the vehicle’s unceiling status, with expert testimony referring to speed and control.
The Soviet Ambassador is said to meet the British Foreign Office and report to Moscow on the possibility of a Britain France pact and a wider power agreement. Reports suggest no major shift in Soviet attitude unless talks show clear progress, with cautious optimism from both sides about avoiding war.
Mr and Mrs Walter Martin of Florence Street have been traveling on the Canberra and arrived in Cass for a holiday before returning to Pirie Miss B M Hotensee appointed as aminiané at Pie School Mr D Flanesch passenger on Duc Stobertsen Miller's airliner from Pirie to Whyalle yesterday at the time Ane and Invalid Peneicars Amecation Me ven gepald Pete carmine ite rowed in the South Australian wrew for retard
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