26 May 1932
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 26, 1932
Page
1
Adelaide dispatch reports Australia’s unemployment relief work scheme stalled as Commonwealth representatives Queale and Hamilton await instructions from the Federal Government. South Australia prepared to proceed, but bulk handling of wheat awaits federal action amid ongoing silence.
Melbourne reports a 2 000 000 scheme to bulk handle wheat by the Victorian Wheat Growers Corporation. The plan foresees 430 to 450 silos at country railway stations with terminals at Geelong and Williamstown, and will be submitted to the State Government upon completion.
Consent decree by President Kelly in the Industrial Court today orders a wage reduction for country breadmarking workers from 4177 to 45 shillings a week, effective June 6. The ruling curtails earnings across the industry, impacting numerous employees and arrangements with bakers.
Berlin received the Dornier aircraft today after its night flight from America. The arrival marks a notable milestone as the return of the craft to the German capital.
Australian film Diggers by Aube Trellana screens to positive notices in capital cities and Adelaide. MP A. Dalaiel of the Returned Soldiers’ Association lauds acting and photogramy. ANA head endorses public support. Col Tom Briminworth commends the production. critics call it heartily enjoyed though not a fair story.
London dispatch says Bombay riots from the past fortnight have left 130 killed and 650 injured. Mills and shops reopened while wholesale markets remain closed due to the dispute.
An article notes a rich pocket of gold near Burra at Mongelata with Mr Pexton and sons prospecting after Monday find. They plan to work their claim and form no company, drilling for water to 150 to 480 feet. Additional finds include Mr J Kellaway at Mongolata, and D Morrison party near Hack Hills four miles northeast of the Byles Coins claim.
In Moscow on a grand demonstration 75000 athletes mostly youths marched past Stalin at Lenin's tomb. They carried tennis racquets uniforms and some rifles. Stalin awarded the Badge of Labor and Devotion to those showing excellence in sports after the parade.
Nominations closed today for the New South Wales state election set for June 11. A total of 302 candidates compete for the 90 seats, with only three unopposed, including Mr. M Bruxner, leader of the Country Party.
In Murwillumbah an inquest into John Westwood’s death heard evidence that a sample alleged to contain strychnine was introduced by police. Noel Westwood, 19, was linked to the case as the Government Analyst testified traces existed. A detective quoted a doctor who treated the dying man saying the youth threatened him. At night’s end Noel Westwood was committed for trial on a murder charge.
In Auckland on Wednesday the trial of 14 men charged in a recent disturbance heard that a crowd gathered outside the town hall leaving weapons including iron bars a revolver a Blacksmith's hammer and hundreds of pickets torn from fences. Defence counsel blamed agitators and said police erred in identification.
London report says the Mallat Government plans a drastic order to impound funds and suspend exchange to curb payments to Italian arms. The measure targets 27 states including Australia, aiming to choke imports by blocking money transfers and freezing exchange activity.
In Criminal Court Sydney Wightwick and Clarkes Mills pleaded guilty to concealing a birth. The Crown alleged Violet May gave birth, the men wrapped the infant in a newspaper and curtain, and placed the body under a copper where it was partly burned. Both were remanded for sentence.
London report states George Cook of Austral outpointed German fighter Hens Schrouath over six rounds at Selcaster, in a British boxing card noted for decisive win.
Mr. Hogan urged cancellation of inter Empire and inter Allied war debts to keep the British Empire solvent amid sacrifices by Australians. He warned that the War Viability program was crushing Europe and dominance of foreign gains upset the dominions, who felt snubbed by Britain.
Empire Day was celebrated across Great Britain with school pages, tableaux, and gatherings. The event referenced the upcoming Economic Conference in Ottawa. The Duke of Connaught unveiled a window at St Pauls honoring the movement's founder the Earl of Meath, and Mr. B J Wogan, former Premier of Victoria, laid a wreath on the Cenotaph for Victoria’s children.
An auto system aircraft will be used to control traffic to and from Epsom Downs on Derby Day May 2. Observers at 2000 feet will transmit instructions to police wireless vans directing traffic and report general positions on the roads leading to the course.
The Morning Post reports Sir Robert Wilkins, famed Australian explorer, intends another Arctic voyage by submarine. He is organizing a new undersea craft in England modeled on Nautilus, building on last year’s attempt and addressing defects found in that submarine.
Theodore Heusler was charged with killing a sheep to steal meat during a church arrest in Thomas Plains. He admitted to the act saying he killed the sheep because he was hungry and took the meat he wanted. He was remanded to the criminal session in Adelaide.
Mrs. Amelis Enthari Putnam of the Atlantic Mine has been awarded the British Distinguished Flying Cross for her valor and service. The recognition highlights her notable achievements as a pilot and member of the force during wartime.
Adelaide officials announce the funeral of the late Sir Lancelot Stirling this afternoon at North Road Cemetery with attendance by His Excellency the Governor and Lady Hore-Ruthven. The ceremony is set to honor Stirling’s public service and contributions.
Wellington reports the government will revert to Penny postage from June as part of cost reduction measures. The policy shift aims to cut postal expenses and streamline service, reflecting a broader push to simplify rates.
Australian champion cyclist Muvort Opperman completed a record 4,000 mile ride at the Motordrome after breaking multiple world marks. He was driven away in a car and later fell unconscious, though the exact outcome and date remain unclear due to the fragmented report.
E A Beverly, oil chief, cautions that publicity trust in advertising remains strong yet many have cut budgets during tough times. He urges steady expenditure as competition heats up and newspaper ads drive success in the competitive market.
The Aladdins and Metals Association notes May 24 quotations for copper lead and zinc with standard, spot, and forward prices in pounds and dollars. Copper ranges show a fall then best again, lead soft then forward rise, spe
A chronological slice shows railway revenue from July 4 1934 to May 24 slipping compared with the previous year, revealing a shortfall of £128 442 over the same period. The data point underscores a lag in earnings amid broader transport sector trends and port operations.
Trades Hall Council attacked flogging as barbarous and likely to increase lawlessness while urging Cabinet to cancel recent sentences. Attorney General Mensies defended cases as not impulse driven and called for parliamentary review, noting punishment and rehabilitation as key issues.
William Henry Hayes, one of four Nailsworth 1930 attackers, sent a hand carved doll house from his Yatala cell to the Children's Hospital. The “doll’s love” is praised as a marvel of ingenuity with a penknife carved main tool and even includes a miniature merry-go-round donated months earlier.
The death occurred early this morning of Mr James Couch of Amanda Street Pirie West. Mr Colol, who had been working the Smelters, arrived home after midnight and died about an hour later. A heart attack is understood to have caused the death. Deceased leaves a widow and one daughter Elizabeth.
New customs and excise duties start today in South Australia. Petrol prices remain unchanged as imported supply shields local fuel from duty effects, while cigarettes papers tubes wireless valves watches and clocks face higher costs. The duty raise widens the gap between imported and locally refined petrol. Most cigarette papers are imported, with a 12d per 100 papers levy passed to smokers. Adelaide market favours a 120 leaf journal priced to reflect the added cost per booklet.
Hindmarsh Labour Committee in Adelaide tonight resolved to form an executive with six others on an organising committee with power to visit Labour organisations and to form new committees wherever possible.
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