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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 29, 1927
Page
7
Fragmentary OCR shows a date of August 2 1927 and rights disclaimer. Content is unreadable elsewhere, leaving only a legal or circulation note and scattered characters. No discernible events, people, or organizations can be determined from the readable portions.
A village tale follows Richard a shy chick who fears water yet longs for play with ducks on a farm pond. After brave attempts and mock scolding from his mother, he avoids the back pot but slips toward the water, nearly drowning until caterpillars wrap around his legs and aid his rescue, ending with Richard content to stay near the shore and friends.
Mr John Westt a leading Sydney merchant who toured the United States says petrol prices are likely to rise further. He notes U S price gains and warns Australia could see accelerated increases as distillers face losses.
Instruction warns officials and staff to secure reserved press tickets before admission opens. outlines procedures and timing for entry and entertainment events, referencing staff and plans within the organization.
A long notice previews the film Mademoiselle from Armentieres at Tropical Theatre. The piece highlights the star’s enigmatic character and notes the wartime setting, praising the film’s accuracy, co operative production, and strong supporting players including Ken Mayars and Tarzan with Will Rogers.
A farcical and dramatic program announces a Tropical Theatre matinee tomorrow at 4 15 with The Red Fingers in a circus style production and a big monsters bill. Star acts include Adolphe Menjou with Alize Joyce and Norman Trevor in The Ace of Cadis. The program blends romance, action, and musical interludes with several feature and short films and a seven part Univerral Western stall.
The Big Contest on Friday promises a staged boxing event in Cairns with top fighters Harry Fiera and Caesar the Aboriginal facing strong opponents. Preliminaries feature Tommy Russell and Jatt Cubossi, both noted for clean competition. Training exhibitions at Abbott Street Gymnasium are free to the public evenings at 8 with doors open to spectators for the event.
Boxing carnival planned by Mr C Peoples at Abbott Street Gymnasium with bouts on September 7 and 8 in Norinhi Park. Proceeds plus St C Churel building fund drive aim to finance multiple divisions. Referees Mr Profficter and Mr Con Sullivan expected to oversee fair bouts.
A fragmentary report describes an event at Millia on October 8 with vague references to judges, measurements, and testing outcomes. The text is garbled, lacking clear subjects or conclusions, leaving the main action and participants uncertain.
In Brisbane on August dates the card featured Francis stopping Walker in the second round and Merv Wine outpointing Phil Krog after a grueling battle. The events drew heavy applause for the fighters’ endurance.
In Melbourne on August 28 Billy Meeske at 15.10 and challenger Clareyice Weller at 13.9 tied on points to decide the Australian Wrestling championship. the title remained undecided after a scoreless draw.
New York August 25 Dempsey and Tunney have begun active training for their fight on September 22. Dempsey at a camp near the bout site and Tunney near Chicago, each with partners for rounds on the bag and floor exercises. Tunney shows sharp left work and appears in good shape while Dempsey runs through rounds and heavy bag work.
The August round at the Burgin Golf links drew a crowd as Masilie Nibliek reports improved play from the greenskeeper and local club members. Wartime notes mention Wentworth Carey, Ward, and Pavitt among those listed for office and secretarial duties at the upcoming meeting.
Readable fragments show Atherton area architect Pel with reference to 191 title 43. Details are limited and unclear, but the snippet hints at a zoning or property record involving an architect. Further context is unavailable from the fragment.
The Ipswich Chamber delegates, led by Mr GC Minnis, visited Cairns with Mrs Sue Foster and Moira Broadley, who moved from Marceba State School to Winton Sur School. The report mentions Mr a drurss holiday at Giordunvale and a review related to Brightie as part of the Queenslin University context.
A lively Esplanade tennis gathering drew a large and enthusiastic crowd on Saturday afternoon. At the event, Medars, J. O. Anderson, and RO. Cummings were noted, with ladies and others occupying seats as afternoon tea was served by club members amid a cheerful, improving mood for the game in the Far North.
The Cairns Benevolent Society held a Friday afternoon meeting on August 26 at Oddfellows Wall. Present were Mesdames Allen president Johnson Lady Morsley Parker Neary and Miss Thajison and secretary Mrs Murray. Minutes were read and confirmed. Accounts for payment passed. Ten families aided in the past month. The society thanks Mesdames Tyrrell Diack and Casey for clothing parcels. Apologies from Mrs Collins and Matron Kelwards. A vote of thanks closed the meeting.
A fragment lists visitors to Atherton and nearby places on August 25 including Reddans and several named guests. It notes Mr AY EL Broke visiting Anherton Friday and Mr. Guy Clarke visiting Cairns during the week. International Motor Service moved to McMillan's Buildings in Atherton.
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