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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 10, 1928
Page
4
The A C B Great Easter Fair presents a range of garments and fabrics including striped gowns, felt vees, cotton vests, crepe pyjama tunics, and linen damask. Prices span 1 shilling 6p to 7s 11d with items described as durable, stylish and suitable for spring wardrobes.
Mareeba notes a recent shift to cooler spells after a dry January. A May storm brought relief, while heat lingered between showers. The town welcomes reports from neighboring districts as preparations proceed for the Annual Meeting and a horse enclosure issue prompts committee action.
The Mareera Hoerrrar Committee envisions changes to the Tas pilitel project after months of talks with government departments. They propose excising the covered way, widening verandah clearance, louvers with colored glass, and using savings for a septic system. Funds appeals go to Ladies Hospital and the annual Hospital Ball fundraising events.
April 1 meeting chaired by Mr H Hanson discussed building insurance for brick and wooden portions with premiums totaling 14 14s 7d after a 28 percent discount. Trustees debated endowment with Public Instruction withholding details and sought full correspondence between the building committee and the department. A new committee was elected to improve membership and Anzac Day observance plans were urged, criticizing Ayr Shire Council for inaction.
The meeting discussed an Area Day close holiday for the Lower Burdekin with a plan to involve community leaders. Key figures Hanson, Rev Father Repan, Mr Kaneden, Mr Nodart, and Bandmaster Frat were named to present proposals and join the preparation committee.
A campaign promotes cancer treatment methods and equipment for major hospitals including Sirisuane General Hospital and Mater Misericordiae Hospital, plus country centres at Tie woomba Cairns and more. It urges doctors to refer patients and emphasizes early, regular diagnosis and modern therapy to improve outcomes.
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