29 May 1923
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
May 29, 1923
Page
1
A harsh view from political figures suggests exile for Archbishop Tudion as a balancing move in the Anglo Soviet tension. Some say quick execution could quell hostility, but risks damaging Soviet prestige and provoking wider outrage.
London dispatch reports ongoing debate on whether Angola's National Assembly will ratify the Tar eco Greek reparations settlement. Turkish journalists in Istanbul express dissatisfaction, Burkey alleged to seek money over territory, and Pasha foresees peace within a week, though optimism appears excessive. Key issues include judicial regime for foreigners in Turkey and the currency for payments, with Allied positions still unclear.
Melbourne reports a brief ruling as an inquiry into two Geelong officials for refusing licensing duty is dismissed. Commissioner of Police Mr. Night-Souhanssig states the officers refused because the Civil Commission was not to perform head licensing duties.
The premiers meet to discuss federal guard guarantees and embargo actions on seed supplies. Debates focus on Commonwealth power over savings banks and taxation, with Bruce urging consideration of transfer of observatories and possible company-based taxation to states. Conference adjourns with plans to reconvene.
Neil Mondey-Hamed, a stranded Arab freedman, was rescued from Mitrestment on French Buen two months ago. He refused wages paid by Gioralg 24 joining the Swamer Band shire, while the ship master refused to settle. The Branch steamer agents face liability under a £100 fine, with an offered £10 pax reward.
London Sunday letter reports efforts to heal party ruptures within the Conservative ranks led by Chamberlain Baldwin and Bridgman. It notes friction over leadership choices and possible offices, including a Lord Privy Seal and a U.S. ambassadorship, with opposition and mediation shaping moves toward unity.
Svatay reports from Paris that a blazing airman saved a life during a crash off Pantelleraria island. The French airman reportedly attempted a landing through fog on a veschel and sacrificed himself, with another man leaping to cover the fallen pilot as flames engulfed the area.
Commonwealth Minister for Railways Stewart calls on the German government to back a proposal to build a strategic line through Port Augusta Crymia Brook and Hay. The plan envisions a new railway corridor linking these areas to enhance national transport and trade.
London Sunday correspondence reports heavy clashes in Bochum and Sollngtne with communists attacking rescue crews and police. Four Reds died and 27 wounded. total casualties cited at Bochum and Sollngtne include several killed or wounded as unrest spreads through Ruhr industrial areas. Telegraph and telephone lines disrupted as mills and factories halt operations amid escalating violence.
Reported by a Daily Star correspondent from London notes a reward of ten million marks for the capture of the perpetrator in the bomb explosion. The item references a varnish used in the crime and situates it within a broader discussion of wartime affairs and vital statistics for 1991.
A speech by Bishop White of Willochra to the Church Congress criticizes perceived lax morals in modern society. He cites New Zealand government data on motherhood, warns of hidden premarital conduct, and urges that the remedy lies in stronger transmission and accountability within the church.
The Times labor correspondent reports near term debates among miners unions and shipyard employers over wage agreements and a three month notice in wage waves. Craft unions ballots may influence railway and shipbuilding sectors with regional responses from Lancashire South Wales and Northumberland areas.
A chaotic mix up at Gatwick on May 9 led to misattribution of a filly race winner. Hypatia was believed to race India Fire as pedigree confusion spread between Black Jester and allied entries. Owner Vernon lodged objections as the steward inquiry unfolds with confusion over ownership and entry details.
Fragmentary report on Labor party plebiscite process for selecting candidates in metropolitan districts. Mentions counting underway for 15 Labor candidates and scheduled elections with broad regional participation, noting exclusions for Alexandra Yorke Peninsula and Stanley.
A fragmented report notes a conference in Sydney where a resolution favored country killing at multiple centres. It mentions freeline works in Serta country districts and stock sent to Worksop to be slaughtered for consumption or export. Gragions show interest, hoping stock-kities would reduce freight costs on sheep.
An article notes mixed views on a proposed wage treaty with districts leaning toward a resolution while warnings against hasty action emerge. Secretary Frank Lnages of the Miners’ Pleadation emphasizes caution as voices worry about potential strikes.
A report notes a mistaken attribution of a filly to Hypatia after a purchase at Gatwick. Vernon, believing the horse named Hypatia had sailed to India, promptly requested an inquiry. He suspects a clerical error and has made a strong offer to settle the matter.
In London at the Intervatianal Aardcourts Lady Tennis Championship, mid-level players clashed as Boglen defeated McKans while the Ladies Doubles saw Alchaim and Beamish triumph over L Inglen and Golaing. Mixed Doubles went to L Inglen and Gopher over McKane and Gibert. Men’s Doubles crowned Dolinsop after a hard fight against Washer Boleinn. Lycent won the Surrey Singles title by beating Norton in three sets.
The Pin tle Church of Christ bid farewell to Rev I E Shipway who departs for Metbourse. Speakers praised his service, including Mr J Pulin for church officers and Mr McDonald for the young people. Gifts were exchanged with Mrs Shipway receiving an afternoon tea service set.
An odd vaudeville routine blends pictures with a quick magic act. A performer unfolds a long Nz 104 length of rope then knots and unties it before vanishing in a box. The act, led by a skilled manipulation of handkerchiefs, promises Mora vaudeville as a seasoning to the pictures tonight.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a sale involving multiple items including Great Wave, Great War, and Guinness quantities, with scattered references to Britain, Leadhills, and counties Taner and Dumfries. The text is unclear and inconsistent, containing many misspellings and nonstandard phrases.
Irish Republican delegates appear in an Australian court in Melbourne on Monday for a hearing about their possible deportation. Judges assure counsel that no one has yet been seized.
A Paris scientist Mons Idvan of Polytechnique Sensol plans a rare airline voyage from Paris to Australia to study albatross flight patterns. He seeks data from Dr J A Loach in Melbourne and suggests visiting Albatross Bank near Auckland. The aim is to uncover the bird’s power and skill while observing a granite islet offshore.
Sunday match in London featured Root taking 7 for 34 against Warwickshire. Melbourne reports mention a theft at Miss Shaw's Centreway shop and peat rooks valued at 450, plus an albatross anecdote and a peculiar photograph return.
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