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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 12, 1953
Page
3
A fragmented account recalls Frank Winfield Woolworth’s plan to buy and demolish a block to finance a grand building project. The piece references bold ambitions, political opposition, and a dramatic shift in public works funding amid local developments and a looming construction effort.
Townsville faces a decisive match as teams prepare for the Cup showpiece. Key figures include Cap i and Brewer with star players from Babinda and Balemont focusing on possession and tactics. Spectators expect a tight afternoon with potential bowl outcomes in the Cairne green venues.
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