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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 28, 1945
Page
4
Advertisement promotes Danesi Macaroni made from semolina with vitamins and proteins as a healthy substitute for meals. It instructs boiling about two minutes, then mixing with butter and grated cheese, and serving with soups or dishes as a versatile food option.
A lively pageant at the Palace Theatre features Paul Dorn, Marc Astor, and Adele Loramie in a comedy revue. Star turns include Howard De Sava and Laila Regs with a string of musical sketches and dance numbers. Special trophies mark the event, with a focus on family entertainment and lighthearted satire.
On Aug 2 in Edmonton a large gathering of residents and soldiers attended a free peace dance at Coopers Hall organized by the United Service Club. The event featured musical performances and a supper provided by local women. Guests included Mr and Sir Jock Clark and family, Mrs Rex Wilmot, and others visiting Edmonan.
August 26 report says the Sella radio claims the Bulzoman Government has seized and postponed elections planned for tomorrow. Britain and America deny the move and vow to resist, insisting democratic process proceed as scheduled.
The readable fragment mentions a wedding or floral tribute with embroidered items and orange bloom motifs. Attendees include Cpl. Joan and others. names and places are partly garbled, but the scene depicts bouquets and duties at a formal event.
The Mareeba Flower Show organized by the Methodist Ladies' Guild on August 6 drew praise for its splendid exhibits. Judges including Me Baird and Miss Peters evaluated blooms from canterbury to petunias, canine, and wildflowers, with champion blooms and collections awarded across categories.
A missing infant case near Adelaide prompts a large-scale search as authorities, families, and 250 towns mobilize. The baby, Robert Norman McLron, was last seen wearing a dark outfit and vanished Thursday night. Child welfare groups and local residents comb rural Seese Hills area about 10 miles from the city.
Cairns and surrounding towns report returns and departures of military and civilian personnel. Lieutenant and Mrs. Atherton depart for Toowoomba. Mrs. Morgan aims for the United States. families plan Brisbane visits and Melbourne passages. Notable travelers include Mr G J Best and wife, with social events at Hides Hotel and Aquatic Dace Palais featuring dances and balls.
Dance patrons enjoyed a week of events at the Trocadero with varied programs each night. Joe McKenzie's band, the Distressed Diggers fund dance, and a Mexican serenade highlight the weekly schedule. Geo Stone's band provided rhythm for the dances and students from Pat McGuinness arranged the finale with a tornado ballet.
QC W A Faw Nortruters divisional meeting set for Friday August 2 at 10:30 am to begin a year of CWA activities spanning Bartle Frere to Tablelanding Gulf and Cooktown coast. Delegates urged to attend as Mrs Crowther leaves after 21 years as president. gift money suggested for organizers. members to contribute through branches.
Brisbane August 27 The Local Authorities Association Conference announced the officers. President Ald J Ds Aunand Represents Toowoomba Ipswich and 10 WA Ra Widawe as treasurer Ald HP Roberta is named. Other names include Gill Townace Cre amerord de Cay est fagalen and Costelin Rosenthal with TG Gare and Is is CE damiesintration listed.
Theodore Pangalos, the Greek dictator in 1925 to 1920, has been arrested on charges of collaboration with the enemy. Pangalos was detained on similar charges last November but released soon after.
An old wartime notice touts Dr Sheldon Kidney Pills as a remedy to counter rheumatism and fatigue affecting workers. It claims the pills relieve impurities and restore motion, urging readers to use the product to stay productive during the victory effort.
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