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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 03, 1943
Page
3
A fragmentary program note hints at a tropical themed theater season with a lineup of stage and screen pieces. It mentions performers, anticipated musical acts, and a variety of attractions, including featuress tied to a prominent theater venue.
Lieutenant-Colonel Watson of the War Department met Atherton officials this week to discuss the Tableland issues and release of staples. The discussion covered improving civil requirements and possible assistance from the military in addressing local problems with Hammond and other delegates present.
A wedding of great interest to Abe Caras residents took place at St Patrick's Roman Catholic Church Merbersan on November 6 at 0 p m. Dunlcie June, youngest daughter of Mrs Nand Tig Inte Mr J He Gunther, married Private Wagon George Mary Cartwright, eldest son of Mr and Mrs Cartwright Bt Kilda Met comme. The ceremony featured the bridal party entered by her brother HO Gunther, the bridal gown of ivory satin with train, and a traditional Wedding March played by Lance Hardy. A large reception followed with floral decorations and a three tier wedding cake as guests toasted the couple.
A special meeting of Babinda residents formed a Patriotic Fund committee to oversee funds and operations. Trustees and a secretary were appointed, with plans to establish a bank account and pursue the fund’s wartime support goals.
Perth December 2 reports service votes counted for the West Austin Legislative elections show the State Labour Government winning three seats. Nelson previously held by the National Party and Greenough now held by Opposition Deputy Leader Me. The result gives the Government a majority in the House of 30.
Queensland naturalist clubs discuss large shiny elephant beetles found on Poinciana reginae now in flower. Observers describe Xylotropes australicus, a huge scarab, with horned males and hornless females, and compare them to elephant beetles while noting botanical and zoological context, exhibition details, and snake bite records guiding public health warnings.
A large gathering marked the first anniversary of the CUSA in Innisfail with a long program and a birthday cake. Rey Pathe Hickey chaired, P McGowan presided, and speakers praised CUSA work for Allied forces. Over 40,000 tea served, guests included members from Daungan and others, with hopes for future aid and rehabilitation.
Town and Country car and Mrs W J Ganly of Mastere recount a message from Sergeant Jack Ganly of the TRAAS who was reported missing, described as a prisoner of war in Germany amid wartime uncertainty.
The Guild of St Peters North Cayne held a successful November 26 dance with Bustell providing music. Supper served by Mrs A Davies and HT Wienert assisted by Mesdamen Fitchett Climpson and Miss Z McIntyre The door was opened by Mrs A Burnell A novelty by Miss J Bennett and B Armilel. Euchre winners were Mrs XK Smith and Mr Bearhein The next news guild dance is December 31.
A December event sponsored by the Cairns Chinese National Club raised funds for the Australian Comforts Fund. The evening featured Chinese and Iranian performances, a prize draw, and a social program with guests from local clubs. L L Ming won the women’s prize, and Ming Trene Hang Choy with Dor Bellamey won the master event. Frank Seo Sang donated the prize money for the door.
Prices for Christ mas dinner in Canberra are fixed at the same maximums as last year. Caterers who charged during the previous season may charge no more. The note warns that Christmas Day meals should not increase the year’s prices.
A garbled OCR segment presents a confused mix of names and phrases. Readable elements include scattered references to people and places, but no coherent event or report emerges to summarize into a definite news item.
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