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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Oct 12, 1925
Page
2
Shipping weather and port movements report ships in port at Middleham Castle and Queen's Watling Wharf. Vessels are listed with arrivals expected and captains noted. Movements tracked for Nant and Sulpmontown harbors with cargo and timing cues.
The Adelaide Steamship Company announces sailings from Port Adelaide on Saturday for Port Linwaln Pirie and Mite iela, calling at Port Germein Port Mild, with services to Augusta and Gernieir Pirie. The schedule lists Port Adelaide as origin and includes multiple port calls on the voyage.
Fragmentary OCR note describes a steam tug Adelaide and another tug Nai? with sailing towards days including Tuesday and Sunday. Mentions general purpose, circumstances permitting, and possible return on or after a referenced day.
Gillen to perform with Wuiunee jets in Portie in October according to a public notice. A supper meeting is to be held Monday at 4 pm, hosted by Town Clerk JM. S. Leahey.
Grain mill sale notice appears with vague listing of mill parts and accessories. Names and details are garbled but indicate equipment for sale, portable structures, and associated items likely from Crystal Brook area.
A noisy OCR fragment notes a Wednesday date and a string of figures and names including Melbourne. It mentions shareholders and notices about dividends and a national provincial paya, with references to England and various names such as Mitcheli and Hobards. The readable portion is garbled but indicates a corporate or market update with dividend actions and shareholder notices.
Fragmentary note discusses humor in comics and philosophy. References Weel Ma Haienrin and Mason in unclear context. Unable to determine clear人物, place, or event.
Fragmentary notice lists names Als Harel Wielaith and various household names. Mentions October 12 1900 and Wind Nile with references to Mrs Maiditenni and Mr. Tan. Incomplete and unclear due to OCR errors.
The Melbourne High Court heard a case on enforcing the Factories Act to protect juvenile workers from machinery risks. The inspector challenged an employer for using a boy at an emery wheel, a prohibited machine for certain ages, amid calls for stronger parliamentary regard for child safety and stricter employer duties. The judge lamented negligence and urged better safeguards to prevent injuries to young workers.
Port Pirie residents are urged to beware of house flies spreading dangerous diseases. Reports cite infantile diarrhoea dysentery typhoid and conjunctivitis from fly infection and call for sanitary measures and reduced fly activity to protect children and the town. Local health authorities note unsafe conditions and emphasize prevention through cleanliness screens and disposal of manure near stables.
Pirie Police Court dealt with fevine Maed indecent language. William Young faced fines and costs after a Saturday session where O’Neill admitted drunkenness and indecent remarks. The hearing drew about a hundred spectators, and witnesses described the disturbance on Arwbey events. The case highlighted disorderly conduct and language deemed indecent, with penalties imposed.
In Brisbane on Sunday a Winish resident of Toowoontaa, Naveen Moagensen, shot two men at Picnic Point. He then turned the gun on himself, leaving his fate unknown. The report notes erratic behavior and unclear motives amid chaotic street scenes and traffic control mentions in New York.
In perfect weather Port Pirie and District Trotting Club opened its 1925 26 season before about 1700 spectators. Racing on Messay slide was slow due to a heavy track, but results pleased officials. Maori Girl won the main event, with Sandy Hook and Public Talk among promising performers. the night featured several seconds and near misses across races.
In a crowded club handicap race Huck Kilty edged Playful Jack by a few yards after a late surge, with Sandy Hook’s Blizzard and Van Nights close behind. The event featured a large field, fast early fractions, and a dramatic final sprint yielding a close outcome for the crowd.
The report notes that the New Testament translated into Esperanto was published thirteen years ago and that the Old Testament is prepared and will be tested.
The article extols careful courage as essential in danger, arguing bravery requires prudence and quick judgment. It cites leaders like Wellington, Napoleon, Grant, and Washington to illustrate the balance of caution and bold action in military command.
The Pirie Amateur Gardeners Society, a leading local club, reports strong progress and active participation with past spring and recent autumn displays. Members anticipate a spring show at the town hall, aiming to match or surpass prior exhibitions as the group continues its noted horticultural work and community involvement.
Smelters sports notes announce amendments to ten handicaps for forthcoming events. Substitutions include entries such as WMall-Mibez 15 and Murt 20 yds, with changes affecting riders like Hhuatehpele and Hosken 50. Other updated entries include W. Tajkins 1, Nicholis TH, R. Gampnell, J. Watkins 60, and Star King among two mile races and related competitors across distances.
Sydney reports a fatal incident at Anzve rifle range where a shooter collapsed during an event. The circumstances imply a sudden death following a discharge, with authorities expected to investigate the cause and identify those involved.
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