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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Dec 23, 1950

Page

7

Literary Nook Better Cricket Book Highlights Tips for Young Players

A newly published cricket guide by Lindsey Hassett and Tali Jahnewn is praised for its practical tips aimed at young players. The book covers batting, fielding, and technique with insights from Australian and English cricket contexts, emphasizing fundamentals and practice routines.

Sean ' Se Australia Lindsey Hassett Tali Jahnewn Aioe Orm Doenser Ninis Finn Taiee Buck Wong Mel

Women’s Jubilee Celebrations Engage Global Speakers

Women’s Jubilee celebrations unfold with planners from Australia, Britain, and the United States. Key figures include Countess Abermarle, Miss Raymund, and Mrs. Bernett guiding a program of lectures, initiatives, and international invitations. The event highlights the global reach of women’s associations and the push for research and social progress.

Mengiee Vistaean Cote Australia Oes Coats Winyens Austres Kremn Bernett Srives Brita America Ani Eovaie Ajoeemarie Peden Gaye Moaner Irsmeres Raymund Aasre Countess of Ale Directime Iamnéhe University Broan New Zealand

Floating ig theatre carnival at Venetian pageant

Fragmented OCR passage describes a floating theatre and Venetian carnival with mention of a jetty, stages, and various performances. It references a marine setting, a coastal shore, and a naval context with implied spectacle and live acts. Details are garbled but center on a maritime theatrical event.

Christmas Church Services and Events

Christmas Day services across St John Lake Street and Central Church include midnight mass and morning worship with choirs, organ solos, and a pastoral celebration. A festive programme features prize distributions, a Christmas party, and a carol service at Edge Hill theater and Sheridan Street, with plans for a new church hall and community events announced.

St John's Lakee Keirles Corner St Johns Lake-streel Andrea Sheridan

Central Church Christmas Services Announced

The Central Church outlines a Christmas schedule including a Carols by Candlelight at 9 30 am on Monday December 25 and a Christ is Say service. Other items include a morning wake service and a Lord's Supper closing the day with communal worship.

Saual Ents Christirss Eerste Trem

Salvation Army Christmas Meeting Draws Needy Children

A Salvation Army gathering drew a large crowd for a children’s action in the afternoon. Mrs Malue Smitmnd Sabian Winstaniey presided, awarding baskets and chocolate treats to attendees.

Asnadl Surnam Pather Chineman Wyrshed Sabian Winstaniey Pease Brik Joyce Richardssr Earl Sweetx Rome

Atherton Social and Personal Christmas Community Roundup

The Atherton social scene over Christmas week features a string of parties and dances hosted by the RSL and Rotary Club. Mary Boscock presents a £30 cheque to the league, and a Women’s Auxiliary party raises £100. Rotary members host a children's party at St George's Hall, while guests from Mareeba attend the district dance. Local engagements, engagements, and travel plans wrap the festive coverage with numerous community names and places noted.

Atherton Tage Gestion Tis Uta Peter Dawann The Juniior Aux- Mary RSL Roome Firat Jim Chapman Oberon Wille Leavis Puck Norma Graham Tolares Costello Messrs John Allen Ralph Hickey Mabel Mises Jan Creagh Mary Bowesch Norris Greham Irene Gleeson Maureen Barron Margaret Pilgrim Dolores Castell Dolores Castelin League Norm Fitchett Empire Danny Bay Jim Chapman Jan Creagh Leavis Mary Page Grace Laws Hower Git Eileen Stew Jart Fred Halfmanp John Alten I Ana Mel Mary Boscock No Fitchett Entertainmen Women's Mea Bite Pitchett Dreghorn Oigar Rotary Club St George's Hall Rotarians St the Pan Holary Wadly Anny Wadley Pam Alls

Cold shoulder to Marshal Stalin prompts Truman stance

A garbled report notes President Truman souring on Stalin amid tense diplomacy. The text references Western Allied disputes and concerns over alliance behavior, with emphasis on potential shifts in posture toward the Soviet leader during wartime diplomacy.

BBC Radio and Concert Listings on a December Sunday

Sunday schedule shows a full day of programming across News Music and Talk segments. Highlights include English for New Australians, The BBC Chorus Christmas Carols and various concert and service broadcasts.

BAS Muse Divine ‘Service Britain The BBC Die Amedio

Christmas Music and Town Christmas Notices from Cairns

A cluttered schedule lists CBC Christmas programs including Christmas Carole Sacred Muse Christmas Music for Organ and ensembles, with many local names and families in Cairns attending or hosting holiday events. The piece mixes broadcast listings with lengthy local holiday social notices and references to residents traveling for Christmas.

Social Spotlight Christmas Party Report

An enjoyable Christmas party on Thursday included attendees at Sirs Esplanade with Mr and Mrs H W Lin and Mrs C Maore, Mrs C Daly, Mr and Mrs Brady, Mr H Crease, and Mr Morgan plus Miss M Holmes. A staff gathering at Hide Hotel followed presentations by Mr and Mrs Mazhin and Mr Moore. Mr Mazin gave a wedding gift to Miss Higginson, who is to be married on January 6.

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Christmas Party Highlights at Catholic Youth Lab

The NCOM V.C.w. and NCG M groups hosted their annual Christmas party at the Catholic Youth lab on a Thursday evening. Bishop of Cams welcomed by the VCW president as Ms Jann Bennon assisted by the NCGM president. Leaders decorated tables and Christmastrees, with Very Rev Father Hunt and several priests in attendance. Novelty prizes awarded to Elaine Cheater partnered with Kevin Seary and to others, with careful decoration by a workers band.

Mgm-T.cw Catholic Youth Lab T Cahill Cams VCW Ims Jann Bennon NCGM Min Eileen Stonin Jude Feter- Chee Tobin America Cairs YCW Father Hunt Wallace Breen Fitzsimons Shes Ban Bland SEG Lab Tully Efert Kevin Seary Man Collees Remilton Tom Sinnes Henron McCullen Eure

Passengers On ANA Morning Flight To The South

The list shows passengers leaving on the ANA morning service to the south heading to Sydney Brisbane Townsville and Bowes among them Mr and Mrs W Maer Mr J Pari Miro Miss Devenseh Miss Carter and several named travelers including J H Stokes A Smith and C R Parker. An ANA afternoon flight carried passengers to Brisbane Townsville and Mayhay with many listed names such as Messrs E Greves Gib son W G Tupper Douglas J R Mayne Mrs Ros Taylan and Mrs A Connelly. A southbound arrival included Miss Hodgson Miss Monroe and Mrs D Ruse Smith from various origins with Mr J Harris among the arriving party from Welogurne and Strabane.

Gladys Francie Soria Dreghors Alt Hooley Ireinebank Tin Battery Ihle Weer Jim Charmin Mareeba Ard Moore Enor W Atkinson Garnet Loch Famaly Calms Chrismas Appee Lloyd Danbulla Jobo Mackay Patan Pane Woods Campbell Cairne Tonbridge Mise Jones Harrie Mise Murial Quinn Cairns Mise Ray Brabane Fraser Tram Townsville Dave McDonsin Inmis L Taylor Wham Dor O'Gorman Barrett's A. Burch G. Steele Ravenshoe Masson H Pleicher J. King Caime A Berit Watruna Prank English Alierton Prarie Tom Brisbane Malands Mero C May Erne Taylor Tolga Pam Mills Bristane Viet Ang Mir Mitts Trevor Dwyer Cairn Road Rockhampton Thomas Mary Sidney Beverley Ellwood Yecerday Brisbane D. Whiting St Meremets Chicch England Clayfield Welcom Alberton Ray Binet Maubess Pierc Jark “McAwilfe T “Curran Peter and Berry Mises Pri Ada Berlate Jan Dalgety Creeen Anwer Mln Pianersig Ehidnen von Brisbase Rinnesnper Ein Kurands Tamil Gatton “Agricultural College Kevatta Mila Townslie Barret Alserott Ratrman Herterion Councwan Atherson South Sydney W. Maer Jet Wafamin J Pari Miro Gul W Himter Devenseh Carter JH. Stokes A. Smith Steddman Turner Mr "Turner WN. Pearce A. Mathews Pascnser Hane So Hodgson Hl Pringle Bepforth D. Monroe D. Rnse Smith Welogurne V-Sms Srubane J. Harris

Peter and the Cat Cat Show Tale in London

Nine year old Peter and a stray cat captivate London readers with a curious tale. Peter’s unusual act, his early kindness, and a televised moment prompt listeners to learn how a boy helps a cat during a public emergency. The story blends child ingenuity, a cat show setting, and a broadcast appeal.

Gees London Egats Salle Sepef Peter Londin Britain Sint Anumale

Wedding at St Andrews Prabyterian Wisconsin

A wedding took place November 3 in Wisconsin at St Andrews Prabyterian. Jean, youngest daughter of Mrs and the late Mr Grimsby, married Frederick Simpson, elder son of Mrs Blake. Jean walked with her brother John and wore a cream taft gown with orange blossom. Attendants included Mrs Thora Neilsen as matron of honor and Mr Hector Gamble as best man. A. MacKenzie played the organ as the service began with the bride entering the church.

Wisconsin St. Andrews Prabyterian Sparen Calrne Wben Jean Mra Wit D. Grimsby Cavens Frederick Simpson F. Blake S ¥ Uney- Jean Onde John Mia Munro Jean England Thora Neilsen Talléin Hector Gamble Corns Ann Daddow Gordonvale David Ormsby Mise A. MacKenzie Mr. Stan

Warwick couple wed in joyous seaside ceremony at BunwAT HW

Holmes of Warwick sang during the register signing as Angus Roy played On Promise Me. The church decor by Mrs F Cane King and Bergman featured flowers from Miss B Rose. Over 100 guests enjoyed a lavish repast at the Returned Soldiers hall on the Esplanade. The three tier wedding cake by Mrs Arch Daddow was centerpiece. Whitney chaired, music and telegrams from abroad added to the celebration.

Holmes Warwick Angus Roy F. Cane King and Bergman B. Rosé Atherton Fred Gamile Ant Bunwat

Across Clues From An Ancient Puzzle Fragment

Readable fragments show a crossword style list with numerous garbled words and partial clues. The text includes partial clues for Across entries such as parts of a tome colony of letters and various enumerations, with several distorted phrases suggesting a historical puzzle page.

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