07 Sep 1929
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 07, 1929
Page
1
Racing notes describe Pori Adelaide Meeting with selections across Albent Park card. Horses like Brixton Sonneteers Adon Blond and Golden Auraine figure in expectations while Abent Park entries include Adon, Blond, All Quality, Kelline, Beno and Golden Auraine. The program lists distances from about two miles to a mile and a furlong with favored runners and potential challengers across several events.
The combined match of The Qarsival teams of the Pirie Aid Northuen Areas Football Association is scheduled at Memorial Oval today. Player rosters include Par PIRI with captain A. Ge Paltorsan and many others from NORTHERN AREAS, VMAS BH, High School, Howetown, York Roads, and Ravis among listed clubs and schools.
A pair of men planned a large fraud against Denver banks, with schemes spanning New York and Denver. forged cashier slips caused withdrawals totaling £90,000 in a single weekend, aided by coded telegrams and an accomplice at the National Bank of New York.
Friday Premier Butler announced the salary for the new Education Director Mr W J Ader at £1100 a year. He said the former roles of Superintendent of Secondary Education and Inspector of High Schools would not be tied to one post, signaling a readjustment of duties in the department. The full decision would be revisited after Minister for Education M McIntosh returns from the Murray Areas on Monday.
The Edintung Town Council has appointed a committee to study a bridge across the Forth at Queen's Perry. Estimated cost stands at 6,000,000 pounds.
Fragment reads as a list of candidates and play titles with names such as Donna Trial, The Happy Warrior, Whittier, Brockwood, Seafit. The noisy OCR shows competing entries for principal plays and student names, indicating a school theatre program with various roles and participants.
A 1928 report claims the missing barque Hinaen was sighted off Tristan da Cunha in December. Inquiries cast doubt on the finding with conflicting notes about the vessel and dates.
Funds for relief operations have run out and all relief activities are suspended until further notice. The SWRA reports limited funds and ongoing collections were authorized for September 96, with 21 083 received so far. Five men are employed on wood distribution, and a free loan of vehicles is requested to aid transport from Tolowl.
The Wineher Bureau Adelaide reports for the week ending 8.30 am on September showing a low pressure system over the south east quarter and Western districts of South Australia with strong winds and dust storms across a broad area. Frosts occurred in many regions, with showers and rainfall totals across multiple zones and widespread cooler southerly winds.
Alfred James Richards known as Leader, who wrote to newspapers and his wife claiming illness, faced Adelaide Police Court on charges of false pretences. He was remanded with bail refused amid claims his threat of self harm was an apparent deception and his alleged recent activity.
A London based correspondent reports on Russia's economic progress, contrasting optimistic claims from Soviet officials with widespread doubt about actual results. The piece notes alleged graft and misallocation, suggesting ordinary daily needs remain unmet and criticizing the claimed advances as overstated.
Reported fighting near Xablus and Safed with Arab militants attacking Israeli posts. British troops suffered casualties while Arab forces incurred heavier losses amid ongoing clashes. Movements described near Dust and Moltelaineus, with reports of Arab raids and hostile actions escalating in the region.
Representatives of employers and unions meet amid the Margin issue under the Lulea Award. The conference discusses the question of margins and possible changes. The talks reference alleged insider fires and tensions, with a September 24 deadline mentioned for potential actions or changes.
A group of youths including John Iger and Charles B. Moobevie were charged in Ballarat Bollew Court with the August 29 attempted robbery of the Lake Bolach ranch bank, tied to two masked men who fired shots but failed to take money. Police later arrested the suspects, and the case went to trial with no verdict yet recorded.
Melbourne reports that at Rheola field plain-holders see fragile hope from small gold scraps found by prospectors. Despite some traces, most claims yield little color with only eight to ten ounces confirmed. Locals doubt richer finds will emerge.
Melbourne report says a window above solicitor R Shellard's Daylesford office was shot, with police investigating and belief that an attempt on Mr Shellard’s life may have occurred. No further details available.
A chaotic Rugby football report notes confusion over semi finals in Wombat league. Players, officials, and spectators were unsettled by disputed calls and alleged misconduct during a match at Adelaide venue. Officials promise further action to clarify the incident and potential penalties.
Readable text describes the Schneider Cup air race with Britain and Italy as main rivals. The event features seaplanes and multiple international entrants. Course spans approximately 2483 miles over Lake Garda and Venetian lagoons with crowds watching from Wales and coastal waters. Officials and crews from Britain and other nations prepare for the competition amid weather favorable conditions and high excitement.
London reports hordes of spectators to watch the Sehweiler Gap race in The Solent area. Officials arrange for vast provisions and amenities for about four million attendees. An Imperial Airways liner from Paris will attend the Cup race as part of a high profile international participation.
The Melbourne relief depot faces critical strain with 20,010 workers still unemployed. Trades Hall officials report the depot has distributed £27,000 in cash and £24,000 in goods to the unemployed over recent months, and warn that closing the depot would deal a severe blow to many families.
The Recorder Medal recognizes Mc Walsh of St. Mark's for season 1929 achievements. The award honors his center wing play and steady leadership, with praise for gentle conduct and consistent performance. The selection is expected to be endorsed by local football followers.
Amusement interests oppose an increase in federal taxation amid protests from Australians. Watermain sets position while Prime Minister Bruce informs staff of potential dismissal if the new levy takes effect.
Fragmented OCR lists Port Pirie club championship details with names such as Williams, Mallyon, Wastell, Roper and Beasley among markers and teams. It records race times, placements, and participating competitors, indicating a sports meet with multiple events and a standings summary.
Calcutta reports Sir Cecil Walsh denouncing false accusations in courts. He cites a case in Allahabad where a woman was jailed for three months for maliciously accusing her predators of burglaries. He laments mendacity of witnesses as a blemish on India’s name.
Stebourne reports on the Smith versus McConachy billiards clash as McConachy trails, reaching 862 at close with a notable 101 break. Scoring details include McConachy and Smith in play with several high breaks and mixed results.
Commercial brief lists Day's quotations from Banilford & Co for livestock and dairy products. Prices for creamery items, bacon, ham, poultry, fowls, turkeys, and pork cuts are summarized with live weight ranges and factory terms. Names and unclear terms reflect OCR errors, but the notice presents a market snapshot for Adelaude area.
The article describes a grand reunion in London uniting leaders from the Gauren of Joolland and the United Pree Ghurehy to mark the end of a four millennium effort. Thousands from Scents fedm, Beiter, Mindreds, and the United States attended the September ceremony, commemorating the completion of a historic diamplign dating back to 4248.
Detectives recovered quantities of stolen Heecham’s pills from grocers in Prahran Malvern South Yarra Care sequel and St. Kilda Read tonight charged William Murphy Joseph Murphy aged 35 grocer Tamas Henry Chynoweth aged 38 grocers and Claude Hall aged 54 chemist with tampering into Heecham’s Stores and stealing pills.
Adelaide Friday wholesale market prices list apples oranges mandarins tomatoes beans cabbage lettuce cauliflower and more with varied per unit costs expressed in shillings and pence. Several items show wholesale ranges and small differences by grade and size with notes on quality and quantity.
In Adelaide the Premier Hon R J Buller signaled plans to bring the Petrol Tax Bill next week. Public opinion shows broad support for a tax on motor vehicles, with discussions centering on a feared 3 gallon limit and potential revenue. The measure remains pending as lawmakers prepare to vote.
Market brief from the Australian Mines and Brevils Association shows varied metal prices and shipment timelines. Spot ingots at 48/43, lead alloys quoted, electric bars and wire shipment schedules noted for this and next month with mixed forward prices and tonnages.
Mrs. Clarkes Ward of Mudgee reportedly killed herself by taking strychnine today. The self-inflicted death followed depression tied to the death of her insane son. A bag hanging in the back yard is noted in the report.
Thomas Kully aged 39 a physical instructor Charles Passmorez aged 5 agent and Joseph Williams aged 29 showman were remanded at the Central Court today on a charge of shooting at Norman Everitt and Thomas Holdegrave near the Government Savings Bank Woolahra with intent to rob a magistrate noted by the court. The incident described as a very serious mobility led to the Government Savings Bank Commissioners awarding £100 to Holdegrove and £50 to Everitt for defense of the bank property during the attack.
Bride William Wilton aged 29 and Wile Viani Nelson aged 30 were each sentenced to terms of imprisonment. The report notes serious terminations and reflects a court decision recorded by PNES.
Professor Low told a London interview that two New Zealanders claim success in transmuting metals into gold. He said pairing bombardment with altering nuclear particles might convert elements, with research in Russia suggesting partial gains. Cost would likely exceed direct mining, and he doubts practical quantities will be produced soon.
French Foreign Minister Briand advocates a federated Europe where peoples with geographic, cultural ties coordinate under a common framework. He envisions voluntary federations that respect each nation’s sovereignty and enable joint action on shared challenges, calling for study by the League of Nations Assembly.
The Cobre Court imposes penalties on several defendants for illegal betting. William James Burt, a shopkeeper, fined 50 pounds for allowing betting on his premises. Francis Dans pays 25. John Drummond 50 for running a gaming house. Lachlan Mackinson 25 to the revenue. George Stewart 50 for using his premises for betting.
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