29 Sep 1922
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 29, 1922
Page
1
Report notes no fucl in overseas Siki smuggling claim as experts examine a London flight known to carry boxing figures Kid Lewis and Eugene Curr in a smoking gun style. The piece mentions a potential title bout between Kid Lewis and Roland Todd for the championship slated for November 2000.
A fragmented report notes the pastoral bill undergoing committee review in the House or Assembly. The measure aims to link cattle drives to closer settlements, but committee members disagree on how the band should be fed.
The Australian House of Representatives considered Thiite-Mc fughes introduced legislation to unify railway gauges across Australia besides Tasmania. It proposes Commonwealth power to enter agreements with States and allow borrowing up to £4,520,000 for scheme purposes while timetables and joint works would follow if accord is reached.
An analyst files suit against Sydney alleging bias in a September 14 article about a rally along Neeth Sydney. The complaint claims financial loss of £2000 related to Bul tia's Paper Company and a listed individual, Pridy- Francis filter Molesworthy.
London reports Britain moves to counter a Turkish push in the Bosporus as Greek forces face a withdrawal request. A British column has left Chanak to deter a threatened Turkish effort to cut off an advanced post.
A partial rough note discusses whether the Greek revolution will alter Allied plans related to Turkey. It hints at Turkish policy, European influence, and potential shifts in negotiation dynamics without clear conclusions.
Reports describe the warships Averidt and Von tos in the Bosphorus and British forces in the Near East totaling over 54 000 troops. A Soviet note to the Foreign Office asks Georgia Ukraine and the Near East conference to involve Russia and asserts Western powers block Turkish sovereignty over the Straits and Constantinople. Russia says it will not accept any decision excluding its participation.
The exchange reports General Harrington replying to Kemal Pasha about avoiding dangerous incidents near the neutral zone. Kemal Pasha says he seeks no hostile action while Turkish cavalry around Erenkety is reinforced and moving north. The reply promises no shots without orders and offers to discuss matters to reach understanding.
The Assembly of the League of Nations unanimously resolves to support efforts for restoring peace in the Near East. It pledges to take measures deemed appropriate in line with negotiations and the unanimous wish for a rapid peace return. The President notes Grebe lad contributes 2,000,000 drashmae and Sweden £1000 for Asia Minor refugee relief.
London dispatch reports Kemalists in Angora ready to discuss a proposed conference. Hamid Bey relays Kemal Pasha's message from Constantinople, with Kemal Pasha awaiting guidance from the National Assembly before replying. Allies continue telegraph talks with Angora.
The Times reports over 100000 refugees remain awaiting evacuation from Smyrna. Greek authorities face severe resource strains as a small British steamer lifts 4000 refugees to the island. limits and hazards impede further disembarkations and aid.
Reports from Guntur and Athens describe Britain facing a refugee crisis as 200000 people may be stranded after a September 30 deadline. Britain has chartered 15 slips to evacuate refugees and seeks routes to feed and relocate them with American Admiral Bristol coordinating aid. Greek and French officials press Greece over warship presence as the cruiser Averaff is to be recalled while two destroyers stay at Constantinople for nationals protection.
The article notes Mustapha Kemal Pasha, allied with Turkish nationalist forces, opposing Peace Conference decisions on the Near East. It highlights his 1915 Gallipoli defense against the British and his clashes with Enver Pasha and German influence.
London reports from Iran describe rebel actions involving 150 men at Kerry viasituard station and attacks on Ballyjullen barracks and near Cork. Prisoner escapes from Cork gaol sparked hunger strikes and gunfire leaving casualties on both sides. Military courts to try rebels may carry the death penalty in serious disturbances.
London creditors convened to hear affairs in the Gerald Bevan bankruptcy with partners in the Ellis Company stockbrokers. Liabilities total £2,597,292 with £1,535,842 expected to rank secured and assets estimated at £283,957. Reuters reported the proceeding.
The Santh Italian public schools close the third term today and begin the Mikhelmas holidays next week. The Juniors of the Pine Selvor plan a concert this afternoon in the semity room, highlighting the students’ civic spirit and hard work.
An American magazine profile of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk traces his early life and wartime career. It notes his constancy and inscrutability, his role in defeating Allied plans, and his rise to leadership of Turkish nationalist forces in Asia Minor through 1921.
Reports from Sydney show miners on the South Coast have given four days notice to cease work with both owners and workers unwilling to compromise. Adelaide notes rail coal supplies could last three months if cut off from Newcastle. Melbourne reports fear of a strike over a 43 hour week ruling in engineering. A Times article from London critiques Australia’s arbitration system and its effectiveness with unions and courts.
Melbourne parliament discussed wartime measures with ministers promising support for industry and workers. Bills on land tax and Northern Territory representation passed stages as the budget speech remained under discussion. issues included housing rebates, limber contracts, and factory sales opposition.
Adelaide reports the Premier moved second reading of a bill to repeal a provision in the Electoral Act that lets state MPs resign and recontest seats if defeated in Federal elections. The Commonwealth amended law, making the state rule unnecessary and the act useless. debate adjourned.
A terse report notes debate over disarmament proposals and the benefits claimed by Cook. The text references a wartime era discussion on rationing, security, and political positions surrounding global armament trends.
The Assembly resumed disarmament talks with Australia’s Sir Joseph Cook warning that failure would mean the League’s demise and Germany’s economic advantage. Britain is cutting armaments by 25 percent while Austria emulates Germany. The third commission’s report on arms reduction gains adoption amid broad agreement on disarmament.
An elderly man, David Walter Rafferty, was sentenced to two years imprisonment for criminal assault on a 15 year old girl. Judge Mr Justice Ewing delivered strong remarks, expressing harsher penalties were possible. He directed the complainant’s sister to court and sternly rebuked her for not protecting the girl, labeling her as partly responsible for the trouble. The judge urged her to reflect on her actions as a deterrent to other women. The case drew attention as a discussion of family and moral duty within the community. The report closes with a film listing for Jackie Coogan in My Boy at Austral and Alhambra.
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