23 May 1922
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 23, 1922
Page
1
A P. and O. liner named Egypt was sunk after a collision in dense fog near the coast. The disaster reports indicate nearly 100 lives lost with many passengers and crew unaccounted for amid continuing search efforts by rescue ships and coastguard units.
A French steamer Syne rescued many passengers and returned to Brest. Lascars and others clung to wreckage as the vessel struck near the Petit Pansian area. Twenty two bodies were recovered and 218 passengers lost at sea in the disaster amid frantic naval rescue efforts and warnings of more survivors from Egypt.
A passenger liner named Egypt sank after a collision in dense fog. The Seine reported encounters as the ship banged into a misty horizon then vanished beneath waves within twenty minutes. Rescue efforts saved eleven passengers, while crew and staff helped others.
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Council affirmed the transfer of the Pirie coal gantries and wharves to the State Government. The deal, arranged with the Commonwealth, sets depreciation, capital value reductions, and rent terms, with responsibility shifting from April 4 and operations continuing to June end. Ministers expect finalization after negotiations with Australia, Oce and Mex.
Melbourne reports several thousand BWR A shares changing hands at firmer rates with robust competition from American, Yorkshire, and continental buyers. Prices at prior sales were maintained and clearances satisfactory while Sydney advances a £4,000,000 wool case proceeds in Wish Court after a two year delay involving the Federal Government, Central Wool Committee, and Colonial Combing Spinning and Weaving.
London reports Rajah of Pudakota denies abdication claims as foreign press and United Service note the denial. Officials emphasize stability and continued rule amid scattered rumors about transfer of power involving Pudakota authorities.
The Observer warns the Irish agreement is near a surrender to anti treaty forces and betrays the people. The Times demands a prompt explanation as no stable government in Ireland can exist without treaty principles, signaling a threat to Anglo Irish settlement.
At Pirie Council meeting the Kingston Park grazing issue was raised with Mrs. Harvey directing the matter to her solicitors Henry and Daly of Adelaide. Debate followed on whether council or solicitors should handle subsequent communications while Mrs Harvey maintains grazing rights and potential compensation. The motion to accept the letter and pursue a resolution passed amid remarks about legal cost and urgency. Also announces a transport trade entry by Mr. G P Hayban and a note about theater listings.
A Port Pirie council meeting discussed a 539 signature petition from the Fathers Association urging government support for water supply schemes. The plan risks altering Baroota project routes, potentially delaying Port Pirie’s water main and increasing costs, while officials favored a Baroota Port Pirie connection and an alternate route via Warnertown and Nelshaby dam.
In Sydney on Monday the steamer Moreton Bay neared its head, a man fell overboard. Steward Wilkie dived in and recovered the body. Attempts to revive him were unsuccessful. The drowned man's identity had not yet been established.
The chairman A Campbell said under the current wages award concentrates cannot be produced and no rise in the lead price is expected. The Block 10 Company reported no production in the past half year though readiness to start exists. Directors await the Technical Health Commission report hoping for relief from harsh conditions. The electrical disput e remains unsettled and arbitration is seen as final resort. Shearers and building trades discuss the new basic wage at upcoming meetings.
Town council debates unnecessary shunting on Pirie Street and the Elm Street crossing. Dr Lacey urged renewed protests to the Railway Commissioner after delays and long truck trains blocked traffic for up to 20 minutes. The hallways commissioner noted winter work and pledged to push for action, while members pressed for comprehensive improvements and a formal department response.
A reader laments the price discrepancy for dairy produce and eggs, noting butter sold at 1/3 pound and 4 shillings per pound, while eggs fetch Adelaide prices around 2/2 per dozen. The writer questions wage-driven cost blame by shopkeepers and cites frequent price gaps and alleged penalties for staff mistakes. Concerns about high wages and fairness are raised amid complaints of rising city prices.
In Kent Town a young man Henry Albert Brownhill was found with a tube to his arm after an attempted self harm at a barber shop. He told police he was tired of living as his wife left him. he pleaded guilty and was released on a five pound bond for six months of good behavior.
Elections closed as candidates listed for the Victorian Legislative Council in Melbourne. Nine walk-overs reported, including six Liberal seats. Farmer Unclear.
Royal Australian Air Force members dismissed from the Potat Cook state last week allege illegality. Wing-Commander Williams disputes the claim and says the men were warned. he denies that they were ordered to wear full flying uniforms at meals.
A garbled report from Sydney notes political prosecutions abandoned amid confusion over official communications and a dispute involving figures such as Benjamin F. Marks and Speaker Mr Levy. Details are unclear due to damaged text.
Representatives of the meat industry protest to the Melbourne City Court against the proposed removal of Newmarket stockyards and abattoirs.
Two staffing changes at the Pirie Post Office will take effect at month end. S Chalkien, telegraph operator, is promoted to postmaster and will transfer to Hawker. J Fletcher will replace him at Pirie. J Ridge will transfer to a suburb of Adelaide by request after six and a half years as a postal assistant and telegraph duties during staff shortages.
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