30 Sep 1935
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Newspaper
Port Pirie Recorder
Location
Port Pirie, South Australia, Australia
Date
Sep 30, 1935
Page
1
Claims for improved barrier conditions and mechanisation to raise efficiency are discussed as measures to modernize operations. The article outlines proposed upgrades, potential cost impacts, and expected productivity gains from adopting new techniques. It notes stakeholder positions and the need for safer, faster processing.
Barrier mining managers and union delegates reach a stage where chairman Fairweather signals no proposals will go to directors until detailed logs are examined. Delegates push for a five pound minimum wage a five day week and shorter shifts with holidays while arguing for improved conditions for underground workers.
In Wilmington a government led drive with the Ministry of Agriculture plans a coordinated effort with landowners to combat grasshoppers. Poison bait is being tested and early results appear promising as discussions consider larger destruction measures and potential repeal effects on distribution networks.
Lead exports to Adelaide remained steady at high prices with quotes around £17 6s and spelt spatter rising modestly. Melbourne wool sales are forecast to rise 25 percent versus early month auctions, as higher interest and overdraft rates loom, impacting Australian metals and trade dynamics.
Melbourne reports the Commonwealth proposes paying South Australia a yearly subsidy of about £10,000 for 20 years to support a broad railway expansion. Plans discuss additional gauge changes and the impact on travel between Melbourne and Adelaide, with costs for new lines and stations.
Over 30 people killed and 1000 homes destroyed as a Cuban hurricane crosses Santa Clara. Crop losses hit sugar and other plantations. Warnings issued to ships in Caribbean and the United States as authorities brace for further impact. Government responses focus on relief and farm recovery efforts.
A damaged OCR summary reports silver placed second in a lead exports tally. It lists figures for various commodities and ports, including Bulgaria and Aust Wore UHGNATIA Kussae collections, with totals around £422,207 and £242,041. The text is fragmented but indicates a comparative export value spread and mentions Cotton and other goods.
The report records Saturday maximum 22 and minimum 52 for 24 hours ending 8:20 am. Sunday's maximum 76 five and a half? No, minimum 46 for 24 hours ending 3:30 am.
Adelaide report states that a letter of the government minister was submitted yesterday. The sole remark concerns the press item to be considered by cable Monday.
Al Dark Guthrie, 37, a worker at Kandse Quarry, fell 150 feet while working at the Kendoe Camem Works quarry. He struck the ground with broken ribs, extensive cuts, and severe abrasions before being treated. He was momentarily clung to the air before collapse.
A garbled report lists numerous names and places from a Gulf trip event in Pirie this Friday. The readable fragments mention Misses and several surnames among participants, with unclear roles and a vague sailing or meeting context. The chaotic OCR leaves most specifics unreadable.
The article notes rising interest rate expectations tied to upcoming policy moves. It mentions banks planning changes to deposits and overdraft rules, with several named entities suggesting reforms may curb lending and affect consumer rates.
Melbourne reports indicate wool prices may rise sharply as buyers prepare for the new selling season. Analysts in Sydney London and Melbourne note a tightening market with prices likely to firm above recent levels and dealers aiming for higher bids this week.
A lorry and car crash near Kilkenny injured eleven people, all lorry passengers, including Harry Mullins and Peggy Mullins. Driver Alexander Finnest Mobade faced abrasions, with several others like Samuel J. Lyawed and Dudley Herbert Vanesged also sustaining injuries. Mrs Harriet Wright and Iris Praveo reported abrasions as well. The impact pushed the car horned and the front wheels of the surfvol lapsed, scattering the passengers.
Gray and Burden tied for first in Pirie Motor Cycle Club speed event at Mesut ney am Park near Warnertown. The 40 mile course to Pirie and back averaged 274 miles per hour. one accident occurred near Warnertown involving C Shepley. Final results: Gray 1st, L Borden 1st, with numbers and names listed from the chaotic report.
A brief news item reports a player named Hild suffering a broken arm during a two player game incident. Details are sparse with limited context and no further names or locations provided.
Mr H J Uren expected to arrive in Pirie today. W J Heath of W Meng and others moved to Royal Exchange Hotel. Eight year old Moti Subben and Mrs Vi Sabie admitted to Pirie Hospital with a broken right arm from a bicycle accident. Sister Paris Om Usbao pial reports another arm fracture from a fall. Police report J reuit from Laure Das beak and Mir CAT Miliban of Stern street Pirie West discharged from Piet Hospital yesterday.
Reports from Grange Chtaby note that Fane Chiusby has produced a brown colt and a brown filly out of Calvex mares. Youngsters by Stardrift are growing well this season as trials proceed. Kenneth Curwood aged 6 of Footscray remains in Melbourne Children's Hospital respirator for post-diphtheritic paralysis since last Sunday morning.
The Italian government says it will stay in the League of Nations for now with no general mobilization. Abyssinian Emperor pledges no general mobilization as Europe observers visit. Officials expect four to five days before any vital developments. The report notes sanctions may strain Italy while Abyssinia relies on guerrilla tactics to delay decisive outcomes for about three months.
A distorted report from the Daily Telegraph quotes Abyssinian leaders discussing scorched earth tactics, anticipated sanctions impacts, and potential collapse of Italian forces in East Africa. It frames Abyssinia as mobile capital capable of altering regional dynamics and disrupting European campaigns through raids and trade leverage.
The article notes Mussolini’s air squadron in Libya and British forces, with mentions of Suez, Paris talks, and a 1888 treaty context. It references leaders Dommers and Monin, and a debated League covenant Article 20 impact on international conventions.
In London on Sunday, reports question whether the canal in Italy remains closed. The note hints at an awkward position for Italy amid unclear official statements and ongoing debate.
A child in Mount Pleasant nearly drowned after stepping into a sheep dip containing arsenic. Barakd Baggs family reported the incident to local authorities, and the child was revived with medical aid after a tense hour. Police and neighbors assisted at the scene before the child recovered at home.
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