Port Pirie Gymnasium Fire Damages Large Hall
A destructive blaze in Port Pirie yesterday engulfed a wooden hall adjoining a gymnasium, destroying a piano, two cots, and various fittings. Estimated loss ranged from 1000 to 1400 pounds, with the fire quickly contained by local brigades after a delayed call. The structure stood about 22 feet high and attracted a large crowd as flames spread, but no residents were present and no injuries were reported.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Oberiea
Boypstal
J. J. Sinclair
Abele
Death of Mr Jas Greig at Telowie Port Germein
Port Germein correspondent reports the death of James Greig of Telowie. He arrived by motor car, left it, and was found on the ground. a paralytic stroke and heart failure are noted. Born in Port Adelaide in 1841, he came to Gle[r]stone over 40 years ago, survived by sons Alne, John, James, and T. Greig.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Port Germein
Recorder of Opt
John Greig
Telowie
Jac. Greig
Greig
Port Adelaide
Gledtone
Alne. Greig
Qazendland
John Breig
Gladstone
James Greig
Review of Dr Fitchatts War Literature in Life Magazine
A lengthy critique notes Dr Fitchatts in Life for November, detailing how Germany’s wartime stances are examined through three sections, praising Germany’s fighting vigor and organization, and highlighting illustrations and featured articles. It mentions a Kaiser portrait by cross-Atlantic wintering editors, plus pieces on war geography and naval serials, with Life’s broader reading still intact.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Somarret
Douglas Maruon
Atlantic
Lisatenant
Graut
Luck London
Lesan
Johnnel- Niece
Gladstone Triumphs In Close Cricket Match
Cricket report shows Gladstone defeating Huddleston by a wide margin with players such as Myatt, Parsons, and Wilke contributing. Scores listed include udestone 12, Piper 0, Hicks 2, and Munsters 2. Final total 189 for Gladstone, with Parsons taking six for 20 and Graham four for 1.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gladstone
Huddleston
Toma
Abolidatone
Udestone
Herd
Piper
Hicks
Munsters
Myatt
A. Head
A. J. Bins
G. Hieaslip
W. Myath
B McNail
R. Hraslip O
Sandriva
Bowlig
W_ L Parsons
W. Graham
T_ Cook
1. Hynes
W. Edwneda
Shatter
J. Wilke
W. L. Parsons
Oraniedd
J. Myatt
W. Grabs G
S. Criddle
M. Dortek
Red Cross Society At Owen Fundraising Efforts
The Red Cross Society at Owen organized a progressive euchre party at Mr R Fitzgeralds residence with Mrs A Young and Mrs Fitzgerald in charge. Admission by silver coin raised funds totaling £1 186 Bd with prizes won by Miss Morrison and Mr L Reid. Earlier social events added to £2028 for headquarters. At Balaklava races a two ladies collection raised £5 65 9d for the local fund handed to Mrs Gell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omer
Red Cross Society
R. Fitzgerald
Mra A. ‘Young
Lool
Mra Fitzgerald
Thore
Morrison
Mies M. Young
L. Reid
E. Wood
R. Goods
Red Cross Fund
Gell
Balaklava Wheat Sale And Local Camp News
The Balaklava district reports the first load of new wheat, a Bunyip variety, bought by Varno Bros & Co from Mr Reg Heard. A 25 cadet Balaklava camp at Port Pirie returned home after a fortnight, the meals adequate though not ideal. A Balaklava Wheat Competition field trip by G H Stevens and others noted most plots satisfactory and yields varied, with haying underway and stock in good condition. A notice from the Agricultural Bureau urges clean seeded wheat and distinct varieties with branded bags. J F Retwick withdraws from the Wooroora Liberal Union election.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Balaklava
Varno Bros & Co., Limited
Reg
Port Pirie
GH. Stevens
Turretfield
B. B. Beaver
F. W. Wagner
K. Neville
Advisory Board of ‘Agriculture
Port Pirie Congregational Welcomes New Pastor Webb
The Port Pirie Congregational Church formally welcomed Rev. T. Webb of Bonlerwwu as its new pastor. Officers thanked his prior work at Roguel and Kadine Church, pledging unity and renewed effort toward debt reduction, school facilities, and church expansion despite drought and war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
TR. Webb
Bonlerwwu
Alfeed
Thien
W. Wilbon
Kalion
Webb
Kadine
Bordertown
Sud Mea Webb
Taur
Gate
B. Green Rake
Bond
Busiatm
Javndh
Gidard
Port Pirie
Salang
Port Piria
Bacberium
Ben
Adairs
Germany
Lecmues
Europe
Tor Tudyy
Thuy
France
Alia Tan
Annual General Meeting of Pt Pirie Chamber of Commerce
The Pt Pirie Chamber of Commerce held its annual general meeting in the Lnakitmiy upper room with President Mr Kaas in the chair. Reports touched on Barwon water scheme funds, harbour improvements, dredging plans, river deepening, and railway service. Officers were elected and committees appointed. measures to boost membership and local trade were urged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. 4
Comenittas
Rgeninstio Sud
Focrensa Iba
Bse Smyer
Geramrrage
Tencke
W. Goode
Jordan
F, Jenkine
Morgen
W. B. Skinner
St Wap
Trade and
Commierce
Chamber
Aummocet Hily
Port Piris
Hammocky Hill
Fragmentary obituary notes and church service fragments
The readable text shows garbled lines about a taser, a betrayal, a pastor, and a prayer for someone’s name and well being. The fragmentary OCR mentions a new pastor and suggests a church setting with prayers.
Marks Beat Saints In Tight Cricket Clash At Wicket Pile
P Marks defeated Saint Maers in a low scoring match as Sorrell and Lowery shared six wickets each. Saint Maers struggled in both innings, with top scores by Kemp and Debiwar, while Owing and Laveluck provided late resistance before a decisive bowling spell by Sorrell and Bowers sealed the result.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rus
Caust
Mowers
Bain
Kemp Wollarad
Lab Mca
Brad Duck
Severn
Wills
Maik
Michell
Doty al Hower
Pituliteh Debiwr
Wisden
Laveluck
Kony T
Sora
U Edwards
Kom
W. Paumpsom
Bevin
Koni
Surreal figures and court items listed in local posting
Fragmentary OCR lists names, places, and items related to wills and sundries. Mentions Bowers, Mitchell, Maloy, and local roads and districts. Status unclear, with disjointed references to Sundries Total and appointments.
No May Can Improve in Any Company
A clipped line discusses restraint and control in a company setting. It argues no improvement is possible where a person named May cannot act without some degree of constraint. The wording suggests a caution about governance and efficiency within organizations.
Also Mentioned on This Page
TMA
Jas. Greig
Pian Ad Prmsees Press
Eeu
Mt Anti Brose Sanders EX
Thansvertain
Composi Benalt
Pitcwett
Cricket
Rocky River Association
Hertsloo Valley
Tilwdatyhes
Edwards
Mutter
Parsons
Cronk
Geotham
Hynde
Conk
Pooks
Wilke
Criddig
Owen
Balaklava News
Wooroora
Welouve
Pt. Pirie Chamber of Commerce
Stata
Poly
Balgitlen
Blemarck Hinsell
Tha Froken Hill Propristary Company
Thia
Orks
Baroota
Msuner
Barouté
Barbours Board
Barrier Wharf
Distriet
Desdgee
Commissioner of Railways
Adelaide
Port Plaie
Mitchell
Mateg
DaDine
Kemp
D'Tor
Tama
Loving
Kamas
Bowes
Matey
Wisdom
Borratl
Tey Severm
Sorrell
Bowers
Howe
Dabliag
U Hownes
Denis
Surreal
Mitehwll
Buena Hpiaditt
Lavon
Nut
Ufsors
Hill
Barwre
Bureat
Bundrivs
Duveal Road
Sarvell
Sears
Muratio Tadiay
Raul
Belber
Nike
Australia
Sale
Derby
Work
Melbourne
Ulvs
Unely Sum
Posinetuy
Sr Caryn
Walkerville
Insurance Company
Brancl
Grenfell
EL W
Poinsett
Commercial Union Assurance Gav, Ltd
King Wiliam Strat
Enoh
Crean
Navy
Hoyles
Schmidt's Liniment
Schmidt
Andy
Liniment
Mm. E. Heuzenroeder
Char‘at and Lidggist
Taunnds
South
China
W. L. Parsons Stores
SOLE
Ama
Caslegie de Luxe
Dave
BS Fund Treet
G. N. Vine
Kingliaks Chia Uupe
Raucers
N. Vine
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