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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 01, 1943
Page
3
A fragmented 1940s style entertainment page describes a music and dance program with acts including Blues numbers, a universal cameraman clip reel, and a dance night at the Aquatique Dance Palais. It highlights bands, performers, and novelty acts, with a strong local club vibe and audience engagement.
A vintage style recipe collection presents streamlined main course ideas centered on beans and vegetables. It describes savory vegetable compotes, cheese and egg enhancements, and varied baked or fried preparations, offering nutritious, appetizing options that pair dairy, butter, and seasonings to create filling meals for four to eight diners.
An evocative 19th century scene recalls a Norwegian manor near Christiania fjord. A two-story half timbered house, blue-tiled spire, and a bustling courtyard with tower bell, stables, and garden vie for attention. The narrator cherishes the kitchen garden and seasonal fruit, while noting the allure tempered by grown-ups and farmers nearby.
A patriotic poem lamenting mothers fears as soldiers go to war, asking for peace and the safe return of sons. It pleads for restraint and prayer, promising a shared hope for global peace and goodwill among all people.
Corporal W. A. Thompems tert st woincclar's Tait tenia afer mpeneing leave said his mother Mrs Taomp aon 14 Florence Street Cairns. Bombardier L.A. Jenkins returned south after visiting his sister Mrs Marshall of Grafton Street. Mr D Nicholl was passenger on the mail train, Reefers for Britons. Hogan were passengers for Brisbane on the mail train yesterday. Mr E Locke will return to see the Cairns Ambulance Thunder after being away for 1 month relieving Mrs Williams, daughter of Meena Bite Williams of Templeton-arrest. Gordon Vale arrived home by Tuesday's mail train on leave. RA Kessan able seaman of RAN survivor of HMAS Nectar spent his leave as guest of Mr and Mrs O'Gorman, Templeton Street.
The monthly gathering at the church featured music provided by Mrs Bushell and Mr Quickly. Mrs McGregor acted as hostess with help from Mesdames Pitchett and Griffiths, assisted by Mrs A. Blore. A lucky door prize and several novelty games entertained attendees.
A large attendance at five Women’s Club rooms on Tuesday Evening featured Cameron’s garden decor and flowers from Mia. Hosts J Savage, T Burden, and CM Barrett offered a dainty after room tea. Prize winners included Jidge, Mire A Maunder for highest score, Bees Git Farr and Dumber. other attendees listed with numerous members and officers named from WC Cameron, Savage, Barrett, and Diliin.
A large crowd of Allied service men praised a Sunday night show at the American Red Cross Service Club. Mew W. Gibbe presented a varied program including duets, solos, and a chorus with Private names and sergeant numbers noted. The performance, described as excellent, highlighted the new recreation hall atmosphere and drew congratulations from air servicemen and supporters.
Mr C Eajewski has taken charge of the Sigrid Triangle Hostel at 05 Esplanade. John Orrell notes the improved amenities and credits the YMCA with sustaining troop support, expressing confidence that continued efforts will expand aid to troops in the future.
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