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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Apr 17, 1946

Page

7

The Singing Sweethearts At The Rex Theatre Opens

The Rex Theatre debuts a program featuring the Singing Sweethearts with other acts, including Jennifer Brower and young Sidney, as stars advance. The event features music by Mrs Benson's band and a farewell social with prizes and cups.

Nani Paisos ‘Theatre Jeanerie Mtseban Tia Jhassovking Eady Wee Sowether Sai Cal Sonn Sartsone Reesei Efrine Carvers Deleaieis Sidney Eta Ana Aris Foima Brower Shayne Amines Eve Cager MacDenaie Tait Barrymore Ravi Wiel Geovet Shean Ansolyabie Alinier Yioutl Gele Rex Metro Golguva-Mavers Irs Shigtly Axmine Somat Lionel Barymere Marien Maxecit Gira de Haven Keenan

Excursions at Green Silane and Geen Island

A fragmented notice describes excursions to Geen island with events titled Sharan Sunday and Wanda arr tums at 6 po. Seana feasts, teas, and a Bernier Reef navigation highlight the day. Strong mentions include Meriva, Fr., Dieter, and Heneon amid unclear context.

Pesbes Taut Meriva Wildene Sharan Wanda Seana Asa Dieter Hana Meheon Geen Island

Paris Conference Delayed by Treaty Drafting Progress

Reports from Paris indicate the opening session of the conference scheduled in the city may be postponed. Officials cite ongoing progress in drafting the Ha uan treaty as the reason, with discussions continuing behind the scenes.

Paris Sion al Eirvies

Molloy and District Notes Highlight War Veterans and Local Weddings

The Molloy district notes recount a well attended annual meeting of the Sine Molloy San arses club with veterans from both world wars. Gavahar was elected President and plans for an army building and ground improvements are noted. A wedding at St Saha's Church marks the season, with Mrs Woods hosting a reception and dignitaries present. A welcome home event follows, with speeches, song, and a presentation to Mrs Livingston for patriotic support.

Sine Molloy San Arses Assa Ae Eoam Oficers Inate Gavahar Wan Frm Army Mr & Reece Axas Saha Haat Tulsa Gindre Selay Maeigs Mur A. Woods Meena Banta Novaur Miles Webb Merchant Navy Watman Commercual Hotel Woods Alness Jack Lister Uelisusi Sen Chenda Mel Lister Noel Cawart Shirley Webb Ellen Aic Erckers Halley Simmaitiee Res Maly Atrichy Mess Leninestort HE “Gras Ally Delenit BMG Browies Matron Hall Mise B.meséshon G. Harrison Biche Ty Nim Bf Brker Baker AW Sorensen Mackawey Ciairman Welcome, Home Committee Bret Tisingstom Weve Secretar Tion Bates Livingston Dolly Good Fellows Aula Lang Syne Avery Indies

Food for Britain Motary Club Appeal

A historical OCR fragment describes a fundraising appeal by a local Motary Club for Britain. It lists multiple donors, locations, and schools in a community, including Muse E Cope, Miss M Owens, the Intermediate School, High School, Crown Hotel, Commercial Bank, and several addresses in Mossman and Cairns. The text is garbled but centers on collecting food parcels and funds for Britain.

Roly Club Csirns Britain Peters Women's Guild Cope M” Owens Puplia Sta of the High Smith Spering AL Conway Commercial Bank of Spt- RY The Federal Ice Works Mies Robert Siiielde Ghieldesreet D. & Goce and Co Spence-street Dr. Mansaid Parramatta Lecer Lake-street S. Anders Severin-ttreet G. Nash Mossman Mosman J. Alison Hiart

Obituary of Mrs Saint Louisa Hughes in Innisfail

Innisfail April 15 death occurred at Innisfail Hospital of Mrs Saint Louisa Hughes a resident of the Innisfail area She and her husband Mr Td Hughes came to Australia from Wales years ago He was employed by the Innisfail Ratins Department later took a position at Mourilvan Mil The late Mrs Hughes entered hospital undergoing a serious operation The only relative in Australia is Miss Wilma Hatamere Funeral this afternoon from the Presbyterian Church Rev Patterson BIA officiated at the church and graveside

Innisfail Thnisfail Hospital Saint Louisa Hughes Innifail Td. Hughes Australia Wales Hughes Innisfail Ratins Mourilvan Mil Pospital Mise Wilma Hat Corlege Tr. Patterson, Bia Grarrsige

Easter Rodeo Show feature Amy Johnson and Black Bess

A memory filled feature highlights Amy Johnson and the equine duo Black Bess as they appear at Caurna's Hogee and Buckjumplag arena. J J Robinson, owner trainer, showcases their remarkable feats including rescue acts, scenic stunts, and vivid history linked to Dick Turpin. The piece praises Robinson's patience and skill in training these horses for the entertainments of patrons and calls the performance a major attraction.

Amy Johnson Black Sihom Epona Tablelands Caurna J. J. Robinson Show Association Amy Jobson Black Bess Dick Turpin York Robinson Laura Hinds End Blark Bes

Three Dacoits Killed in Boat Ambush Near Maubin

Reported in the harbor area 4 miles from Maubin, an ambush on a government boat left three passengers killed and seven wounded as dacoits opened fire. The boat's soldiers returned fire, killing three attackers.

AGH Inva Maubin

Family Dinner Sparks Scandalous Mood In Sentimental Chat

A chaotic kitchen scene unfolds after dinner as family members tease Mother about her “lovely” appearance. Betty and Claire join in the joking, while witty remarks about outfits, a new perm, and a mocked seriousness create a tense, humorous dynamic. The room fills with laughter and sharp observations, revealing tensions beneath affection.

Betty

Fragmentary Bless Its Name Teases Fits of Tears

A damaged OCR fragment hints at emotional content or a tribute but offers few readable details. The legible words touch on blessing names and tears, with unclear references to numbers or items, leaving the overall event or subject unresolved.

Woods Great Pepperrent Cure For Children's Hasking

A local health notice discusses Woods remedy for childrens hasking ailment. The article outlines therapy steps, safety cautions, and recommendations from physician authorities.

Town and Country social and travel notes and Red Cross totals

Town and Country items detail weddings engagements travel to Brisbane with several families leaving by train and plane for Easter holidays, including Mr and Mrs J Jolnwon and Mr Dairna. The Red Cross block collection total reaches £6316 19s 6d with continued drive and a Presbyterian Guild meeting notes.

Ex-Service Legion Dance at Cairnsutt Brench

The Australian Legion of Ex-Servicemen and Women held a dance at Inmistall on Saturday night, April 15. The Bombers Jazz Band played, a novelty prize trakel box was won by Miss Joseph, and door prizes went to Mr Valletta and Mr Stephenson. A bachelor’s supper was held.

Cairnsut Inmistall

Atherton YAD Dance Features Novelty Pairs

At Stire Hall on Saturday evening a novelty dance hosted by the VADs attracted attendees. Key events included wins in three novelties: monte tarlo by Miss Joan Tall, Miss Ine Marfiock and Mr. Lionel Haynes in modern waite, and Miss Dot Tait with Mr. Albert Marks in hokey pokey. The Ambassadors orchestra provided the music with Mr Burke as MC.

Atherton Monte Tarlo Joan Ine Marfiock Mr. Lionel Haynes Dot Tait Mir Albert Marks Jae Ambassadors Orchestra Muse Mr Burke

Mareeba Personal Notices Apri 12

Mrs S Fen guests in Mareeba with relatives in Sydney and at Mareeba Hospital. Matron Murphy returned from leave. Ferberion resumes duties. Squadron Leader C Dolphin visits. Mr and Mrs Woody plan Sydney trip. Ken Thelander family to Herberton for weekend. Sisters Carmichael and Johnston from Mareeba Hospital spent weekend in Kuranda. Mrs Clarke guest at Byrne Street. Rubins leave for Eyerney for a few weeks. Mies Cetall holidaying with Wives in Errebane. Nilsson at Mareeba Hospital on related duties after leave. Easter holidays to Kuranda for some.

Mareeba S. Fen Bydney Murphy Herber Woolley Mareeba Hospital Banks Ayr C. Dolphin RAAF Donald Simms RAAB L Velling Sydney Woody Péter Noliway Srs Forbes Ken Thelander Herberton Carmichael and Johnston Kuranda Purchise Vintor Doory Clarke Byrne-street Rubins Eyerney Mies Cetall Errebane Baur Nilsson Marreba Hospital E Obetire Laurie Wiles

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