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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 21, 1942
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss health roles and historical figures, noting percentages and probable measures. It references Heike and a set of historical tastes or studies, with unclear context and several garbled phrases.
Mossman News reports the entertainment carnival kicks off with a grand opening ceremony led by Mrs W. A. Cobra. A schedule of dances, Monte Carlo, Trocadero, and waltz events invites patrons to a festive week with multiple bands, buffet dinners, and a star lineup including Betty Grable and Tyrone Power highlighted as top attractions.
A Mosman Mosman area report details a Christmas concert with pupils from Silkwood School, noting a storm interruption to electric lines and a school picnic. It covers Mosman area children’s events, evacuaton impact on attendance, and local community notices including gifts, sports, and a dance card event.
Fragmentary literary quotes and garbled text mix with biblical phrases. The result is a disjointed piece lacking clear event or context, mentioning Chaucer and a vague promise from a Father and Son with no coherent narrative or identifiable individuals.
A local notice extends birthday wishes to several named figures and nicknames including Silver Butterfly The Phantom Queen of the Elves Wattle Spray Rosy Dreama. The message cites a motto about having a tender heart and temper.
A fragmented note outlines a croquette idea with minced herbs and spices, hints of frying until lightly brown, and serving with a tomato sauce. The text is garbled but suggests a simple fried croquette with a tomato accompaniment.
A chaotic garble strings together references to American sins, classical goddesses Artemis and Aphrodite, Dante, and regional places, ending with IANSWERS ARE ON THE LAST PAGE. The passage reads as a stray OCR fragment with puzzled editor notes about a quiz or discussion on myths and modern schooling.
Canberra reports ministers commend the conduct and courage of women in the services, including the Australian Women’s Auxiliary Army and Australian forces. Tributes note efficiency, loyalty, and high dedication as women serve in naval and munitions roles, touching many fronts with pride and support.
The mombily general meeting was chaired by Mr GM Daye on Wednesday evening December 16. Minutes note a silence for fallen comrades and a donation of 79 pounds to support war efforts. Members discussed canvasing, donations, and a forthcoming annual report and district assignments.
The death occurred on Friday of Frances Lilia Lang aged 44. She lived at Tangiville Abbott Street Cairns. The late Mr Lang was a native of New South Wales and well known in the city. She is survived by her husband Robert Lang a contractor and ten daughters. The family noted a nurse in the Home Fill Hospital and references to St John's Church and services at the graveside.
A reflection on dogs as true heroes, noting terriers saving a child and dogs’ enduring loyalty. Describes dogs herding, guarding, serving in war, and earning respect with agility, courage, and steadfast companionship. Mentions canine titles and medals awarded for lifesaving deeds.
The final bridge at John’s Club rooms on Friday afternoon ended with Mrs. Sharpe taking the high score and Mrs. Hawthorne finding the hidden number. The pen was donated by Mrs. Trembath. Guests included Mrs. Farr Hawthorpe McIntyre Davis and others. Next bridge wall is set for 1 February hosted by Mrs. G Blesias Mrs. Boyns and Mrs. Wradfors.
The American Red Cross Service in Cairns plans a girls club named American Red Cross Victories offering dances on Tuesday and Saturday evenings. Girls may join by picking up an application at Strand Hotel from December 22, filed with sponsor verification from a business or professional sponsor. Early applications encouraged.
Monday evenings featured close and dance with modern waltz and old time numbers. Winners included Hazel Lyon and Sieh Terr. Friday’s 90 80 dancing showcased Miss Hazel Ward and Mr Lacey Neeson with Miss Campbell and Mr Custer among novelty pairs. The Trocadero band provided music, with a large midweek turnout and a lively audience each night.
Atherton is abuzz with Christmas charity as Baron folk plan to collect for inmates at a military hospital. Rev Dr Henry and family visited Cairns, while Rev Parquhar toured Atherton and Cairns. Local staff including Miss Bessie Ross and Mr N Trevenen prepare travels to Cairns and Brisbane for holiday duties.
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