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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 21, 1928
Page
6
A fragment lists fabric names and items such as Linen and Lawn designs in White Pik Rove Lavendee Shy and other patterns including 1/8 yard pieces. References to Availles Riva Raewmdee and Lamon indicate decorative textiles or dress fabrics offered in a periodical catalog style.
Fragmentary notice lists special prices on linoleum and valances with multiple dates and sales terms. Odd wording references 1/1 and 1/11, suggesting promotional pricing and a shopping period. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR but indicate a local sale event in a store offering discounted home goods.
Showroom and fancy values listed with dates and codes. Entries include tractive for ape, white items with 2/6 2/8 9/11 ach and various mh and gach codes. Details reference 418, 7 W/L, and 1/9 2/ och along with multiple 2/3 entries.
A fragmented note describes Charlie Chaplin in a new comedy titled The Crown or The Chews shown at the Tropic Theatre. Mentions of Tropical, theater brands, and unclear quotes imply experimental humor and public attention amid chaotic wording.
On Monday and Tuesday July 30 the benefit show featuring Our local talent drew praise for its comparably high standard. The theater arrangement promised full reproductions with vibrant direction and elaborate staging, all under the same management. Tickets included a modest charge with patrons urged to arrive early as curtain rose sharply.
Early notes describe Fred Thompson's Palace To-morrow as a Western with a modern heist angle. It mentions Thompson’s rise including a 1925 venture and a 1927 long-term Paramount contract, plus a plan to depict Jesse James with technical progress.
The fragmentary notice appears to request a general meeting on Wednesday evening with unclear timing and topics. It mentions members being asked to attend, discuss fate, and includes garbled language about prompts and rewards, with no clear organization or outcome.
A Florin Evening is planned at Woodward's teaitence Sherls Street tomorrow to raise funds for the Sea Side Cottage Building. Key figures include A. Ta Mite at 748 and 3 and Mr Sterne treasurer. The Queensland Courteasnmen's Cinewi hosts the event to support the seaside project with a cheerful program and charity aim.
Soccer semifinal report from Kalmowiton details Babinda Rangers versus Cairns. Narration notes Keeper saves, corner plays, and a late push by Rangers with attempts on goal, while Cairns press for the winner as the sides clash in the Brophy Trophy match.
Melbourne report outlines results from round seven of the Australian football season. Richmond defeated Geelong with a strong score 22 18 to 11 3 while Essendon and St Kilda each posted 40 points. Carlton and Geelong both faced losses as the competition tightens with several teams in pursuit of the top spots.
At the lodge meeting last Wednesday evening Noble Grand H Steutton presided. Committee matters were discussed as P.G. Her. Scott outlined hall use, and plans for degree meetings and lodge practice were set. Loyal Ete attendees were urged to join next Wednesday evening meeting, with about twenty members expected.
The annual general meeting will be held at the registered office on Monday 27th. The agenda includes reports, cheques, auditors and all other ordinary business.
Fragmentary text from Mareeba pages mentions a bridge crossing, a writ, and references to electric height and chairs. Content is garbled with incomplete phrases and lacks clear events or names.
A garbled dispatch describes a town event with references to Mason Sydney and preparations for a concert here. It notes attendance by officials including the Governor and mentions a public approval for a fortifying measure and a Town Hall event. The text also hints at an announced medical operation and local civic activity amid unclear details.
An informal social at the mall organized by Valene Kowhing Clause and helpers included music by the Ladies' Choir and a refreshment stand. Prizes awarded covered stationery sets, marshmallows and cigarettes, novelty items, and chocolates, with winners named among attendees.
Fragmentary OCR describes a gathering at McNamara's new hall on Brida Eventnn Ata, with mentions of speakers and attendees. The text is garbled but references a presentation, a mayoral figure, and Whigern. Names and places are unclear due to errors. The record preserves at least the setting and presence of discussions on societal topics and leadership.
A fragmented OCR list shows numerous names and places connected to visits at the Lecister Hospital. Among those mentioned are Mr. and Mrs. Campbell with two children, Mr. and Mrs. Murtison, Mr. J. Dreeman, Mrs. Mason, Mr. Pit See, and Mr. RD. Stewart, with regional references to Cairns Herberton Yoreie and West Australia. The text indicates a social visitation roster rather than a cohesive event.
OVAL CATTLE firms report trading activity with A J Draper Ltd at Agen CALRNS in a rural market note. Trade names and regional references suggest a focused agricultural commerce update affecting cattle listings and local brokers.
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