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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1925
Page
2
A garbled shipping note from Sundin Hall describes vessels at Gor Sydney and nearby wharfs. Mentions crew names, ironworks, and a timber cargo loaded for Pook Ade after a voyage to Sydney.
A auction arranged by Adelaide Steamship Co. Ltd and A H L Goode & Co. notices Mrs G E Marlin leaving Pirie to sell by auction her superior household furniture and effects. Items include drawing room seating, oak bedroom suite, dining table and chairs, sewing machine, kitchenware, garden tools, and miscellaneous articles with no reserve. The sale lists numerous rooms and specific pieces, with locations and routes to Ports Pirie and Port Lincoln noted.
Patrons catch the bus at Swertland at 1 o clock and alight at Balmoral, with a sharp emphasis on timing at 1 1.30.
The Adelaide steam tug and related trades appear unsettled as negotiations drag. Industry figures warn of potential delays and reduced activity into the coming days. Local operators seek permits and clearer guidance amid shifting schedules.
Public notice announces on October four changes to Balmoral and Moral Ant Thinse roads via Hetoberomy Street and Balmoral Road Terrace route. West US remains through Gosde and York Roads. Also states no passengers called for rede service. bus leaves Sweetland’s Eilen Street daily at 2 90 d. Rattew, Prefector.
Debates over moving Government House from central Sydney raise arguments about proximity to the city and the Governor's status. Supporters note advantages of a new site, while officials defend maintaining a prestigious residence near the capital.
Local court records show two Indian seamen, George Fernandez and Abdul Gumney, fined £1 with costs for drunkenness aboard the ship London Hall. The report contrasts wage differences between British and Indian sailors, noting penalties and payroll details.
A person born in Molfetta Sbaly and residing at 25 David Street Port Pirie South Australia intends to apply for naturalisation under the Commonwealth Nationality Act 1920 1922 EGNASIO Giangasphu.
Julia Hague wife of W Il Hague and sister of Mrs Ivy Salomontown, New Zealand, passes away on September 15 at Newtown Wellington. The obituary notes her supportive family and the lasting sorrow of her loss.
The President of the Legislative Council rejected the W G Duncan Exemption Bill after Sir Lancelot Stirling used his casting vote against it. The measure, a government proposal tied to the Governor's residence purchase, faced opposition over consultative principles and potential political fallout.
The royal commission into police conduct is to complete its report this week. Members include G Nesbit Fraser Geddes and J S Geddes. Delays stem from Nesbit's absence on the West Coast.
Mr Jack Mavor secretary of the local YMCA leaves tomorrow for Melbourne to attend the YMCA Boys Work Directors Conference starting in October. Mr E M Robinson senior boy work director of Me Worlds Gom fitters will be among those present. Mr J Mason deputy director of Posts and Telegraphs in South Australia arrived in Pirie with George Dix and E Cook to discuss district matters. Mason will meet deputations at 11 o clock this morning at the Post Office.
Adelaide reports on two boys sentenced to two years detention for truancy. Mr. Collins asks for details about the magistrate who ordered imprisonment. Mr. Anthoney says they were sent to the Industrial School, not imprisoned, and calls for uniformity in sentencing.
The Pirie Town Council maintained harmony and unity under Mayor J. S. Geddes in 1925 26, handling loan funds for main road reconstruction and ongoing works. The group avoided heated dissent, supported by the mayoral casting vote when needed, and sought improved infrastructure and sporting facilities while engaging local citizens in collective effort.
The Writer argues men should wear blouses to stay cool and healthier. He compares men’s and women’s dress, noting women’s clothes are lighter and more sensible, while men cling to coats in heat. The piece mocks current fashion norms and suggests a blouse would be a sensible step forward.
Lieutenant Grenfell announces in Pirie that all training operations will end soon and the drill hall will close. The halt affects Port Pirie and Broken Hill centres due to training-experience costs. Notices instruct trainers to return coats and kit. operation not definitively ended, but many welcome news while others regret the pause.
The author Mordicai Maccabier, visiting Kadina and Wallaroo Times reports an accident in Port Pirie that will delay his book. He will rest a month at home, seek medical care from Dr. E Wilson and others, and thanks local journalists and clergy for their sympathy. He hopes to resume work when energy returns, noting providence and harmony in discord.
Melbourne authorities report a £260 theft from a hospital office safe this afternoon as the incident prompts calls for formal action. Council and Board of Health members express unity, noting ongoing debates on milk analysis appointments and broader public health matters.
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