Port Pirie council hears presentations and welcomes new councillors
In Port Pirie on Monday night the oath was administered before council business. Mayor A. B. Forgan and councilors welcomed new member Pimlott and others while paying respects to late Town Clerk W. G. Keepcaree and Bank of Australasia manager Edmonds. The meeting discussed wage increases, stone supply, electric lighting, defence correspondence, and health ward isolation, with readings on financial accounts and leasing offers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. B. Forgan
Ore M.L. Warren
J.B. Geddes
J. F. Jepking
H. M. Manifold
T. R. Taylor
F. J. Pavitchaf
E. Goode
L. &. Hopkine
E. E. Garrett
A. B. Rieschick
A. Leonard
Jas. Farrell
E Reault
Tha Fowo
Geddre
Hig
Counsillore
Warren
Jenkins
Pimlol
Hopkins
Is Been
Moore
Taylor
Hophing
Pimlott
Freeman
Accama
Cornell
Solomontown
W. G. Keep
Cearene
Edmonds
Bank of Australasia
Port Pirie
Barrier Wharf
Geddes
Hop
Tistter
A. J. Milnes
Maytown
Re Ee
Tania Cal
Milnes
EATES
Dr Warren
Corporation
Corporation Solicitors
Megara Barwell & Hague
Port Pihie
Ees
A.B. Forgan
Pirie
Baptist School
Red Triangle Fair
Mondsy i
Balaby
Mir E. E. Garratt
Institute
Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts Ad Promises Health Boost
An old advertisement urges readers to prevent nervous breakdowns by taking two courses of Hean's Tonic Nerve Nuts. It claims to enrich blood and nourish nerves, restoring health and strength. Available from chemists and stores in two sizes with prices listed.
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Hean
Dr Moree's Indian Root Pills Advised for Economy
A cautionary notice claims frugal living during crisis, promoting Dr Moree's Indian Root Pills as a cheap, effective remedy to maintain liver and kidneys, avoid costly medical care, and keep households healthy. Pills priced from one small coin, bottle containing about forty pills, sold widely.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Moree
Mot or Car Tragedy in Port Pirie leads to Budd murder charge
In Port Pirie on December 14 Percival William Budd was arrested and charged with unlawful possession of a motor car and later with wilful murder in the case of Harald Sydney Jaques, a motor driver who disappeared after leaving Adelaide on November 22. Bloodstains were found on Jaques car, and Jaques remains were identified at Pirie. The inquest opened at the court, with evidence from relatives and medical examiners, and Jaques was interred in Port Pirie before reinterment in Adelaide. Local families express sympathy amid the public lamentable affair.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harald Sydney Jaques
Adelaide
Crystal Brook
Oine
Jaques
Port Pirie
Cu Jar
Percival William Budd
Badd
Martin
Budd
Messra
J. E. Millhouse
G. E. Cresswell
J. Bond
Pisiu-slothes Seale
M.C. French
James Brown
Pirletown
Hara
Mr @ques
Solomontown
J. A. Rolland
Herold Emaeter Jaques
Sonsent
Court House
A.4
Pearce
George Pillar
Tarlee
Dennis Matin
Dra Lelish
Goode
Geeral
Sorosa
Refinery
Meale
Wesk
Smelters Holiday Camp Plans for Port Pirie Beach Site
Broken Hill Associated Smelters to establish a fifty acre beach camp between Point Lowry and Falao Bay for employees and families. Ready by Christmas with 300 possible arrivals by December 23, 1918. Temporary structures this year and Hew fort by 61 feet building with verandah in 1919, tents for parents, dormitories, dining hall, kitchen, electricity, and bath facilities.
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Port Pirie
Broken Hill
Comipona Aite
Point Lowry
Falao Bay
Carbarus
Parramatta River
Bove
Military Department
Holiday camp near Gulf under rapid construction
Mr W Robertson gaustal manager announces a holiday camp near the Gulf aiming for 300 visitors by Christmas with possible reduction if materials delay. Temporary summer use planned, main pavilion 207 by 4 feet to be moved from Carbarita. dormitories for boys and girls, with provisions for families and a Christmas prayer group.
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W . Robertson
Gaustal
Gulf
Cheistmee
Carbarita
Parramatta River
A. E. Davis
Gener
Fies
Sympathy Adds to Port Pirie Council Grief
At Monday’s meeting Port Pirie council expressed deep sympathy for the family of ex Town Clerk W C G Wilson and mourned the loss of Mr Edmunds of the Bank of Australasia. Councillors praised Wilson’s intellect and service while noting errors of judgment rather than heart.
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Port Pirie
W CG. Wilson
Edmunds
Bank of Australagian
Council
Decomeed
Bia de Ce
Taylor
Decemed
Wother
Saa
Dean's Backache Kidney Pills Promoted With Testimony
An advertisement urges kidney patients to try Dean's Backache Kidney Pills claiming relief from kidney trouble. A testimonial from Mrs. H Kidd of Gladstone describes initial improvement after one bottle and complete cure after four, lasting six years with no relapse. Pills priced 2 shillings 9 pence per bottle, six bottles 15 shillings 3 pence, via Foster-McClellan Co., Sydney. note warns to ensure Doan's purchase.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dean
Bright
Foster-McClellan Co
Pitt Street
Sydney
Doan's
Board of Health hearing on alleged defective septic tank
At a Monday meeting Health Officer Dr Leitch reported a defective septic tank behind the Federal Hotel. Dr Goode moved to serve notice to abate the nuisance within 12 days. The motion was carried after debate and a delay to the next Council night.
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Board of Health
Leitch
Federal Hotel
Goode
Geddes
Jenkins
Uoum
Pavlich
Warren
P. & O. Branch Steamship Service Rates and Classes
The fleet named Ballarat Benalla Beltana and others currently serve Government duties. When released they will resume one class passenger service with rates to Durban Capetown London from 15 to 18 pounds and 18 to 33 pounds respectively. Details from George Wills & Co agents.
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Durban
Capetown
London
George Wills , CO
Wonder-Wool Promises Immediate Relief for Warts
An old advertisement touts Wawn's Wonder-Wool as a rapid wart treatment. It claims instant effects and suitability for continuous use, urging readers to buy at Elizabeth Craig Ltd or local stores at a price of 2 shillings 6 pence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ofeddla
Mercury
Wawe
Seuthouse and Craig, Ltd
Adsinide
Port Pirie Council Kicks Off New Year With Fete Plans
December council notes show Playground Committee nominees led by Mrs M McEwen and Mrs Warren, shelter for impounded stock debated, and council approves mayoral allowance raise to £100 and solicitor fees at Megara Barwell & Hague. Christmas and New Year closures set. inoculation drive reports 500 vaccinations by Dr Leitch in Port Pirie.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Firia
M. McEwen
G. Pilots
W. Boucher
M. L. Warren
E. J Parlich
J. F. Jenkins
B.H.A.S
F. G. Tonkin
D Brackenridge
H Brooks
Impo
Conner
Dr Hopkins
Cr Taylor
Cr Warren
Christman
Fort Pirie
Lmng
Leitch
Smaltora
Directore
Fort Pirls
Tha Sretto
Visit of Dr Ramsay Smith to Port Pirie Health Board
The central health board chair Dr Ramsay Smith arrived in Port Pirie to consult with the mayor town clerk and local health members on precautions to prevent a influenza outbreak. He returned by the afternoon train and plans to attend further meetings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ramsay Smith
Central Board of Health
Rameay Smith
Port Pirie
A. B. Forgan
BE. E. Garrett
Board of Health
de Smith
Fort Pirie West
Warren
Cr Warren
Cr Hopkins
Cr Geaddex
A. B. Zarun
E. E. Garrett
Adelaide
Port Pirlahs
Geddes
W. Lacey
A.W.U
Arbitration Court
Ora Jenkins
Pimlots
Hopkin's Geddes
Worke
Ora Pimlott
Jenkins
Pavlich
Taylor
Eleuthe Light
Ore Warren
Pavitch
Goods
A Reliable Rome Remedy for Colds and Coughs
A home remedy claims to treat asthma bronchitis colds influenza and sore throats by destroying germs soothing inflamed mucous membranes loosening phlegm and toning the system. It promotes adding HEENZO to warm water and sweetening per directions to make a cough mixture costing 2 shillings versus 12 shillings ready-made. HEENZO is stocked by chemists and stores.
Influenza Guidance From Health Board For Public Action
The South Australis Health Board urges avoidance of crowded places and strict isolation of cases to curb influenza spread. Recommendations include covering coughs, frequent hand and face washing, ventilating homes, and prompt medical contact. Emphasis on early bed rest and strict adherence to doctor’s orders to prevent widespread suffering and deaths.
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Ofnical Board of Health of
South Australis
Vos
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National Library of Australia
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