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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Apr 28, 1952
Page
4
A fragmented page shows prize tiers and numbers for a Golden Casket drawing. It lists First Prize £6000 to winner including names like AMIE BATSON and various participating entries, plus Second and Fourth Prize amounts and associated numbers. The text also mentions locations such as Rockhampton and Queensland with many numerical codes.
A charity dance at the Mosman Shire Hall drew a large crowd to aid hospital funds. The event featured piano music by Mrs Shelley and performances by local entertainers including Mr and Mrs Collis, Mr HJ Brown, and Mr A Meartho, with announcements of future community gatherings. Many locals and visitors from Mareeba Cairns and Brisbane attended, sharing social updates and travel plans.
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