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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 26, 1947
Page
7
Laurence Olivier stars in Benny V a French style production at Tropical Theatre with espionage battle scenes and refined love moments. The program also features a short variety act in support on the elected dramatic broadcast night.
The feature today is Show White and the Seven Dwarfs in vivid colour with each scene a painting like composition. Also on the bill are cartoons newsreels and the romantic drama A Letter for Evie starring Marsh Hunt Carroll and Home Cronin. The program includes Saddle Leather Law and The Stranger among other previews.
Marshall Thompson stars in a Progress Theatre page piece about a young Texan rancher who dreams of owning a horse. The dramatic heartwarming story centers on the bond between the rancher and a beloved horse named Galant Bose.
Nationally famous Boree stars in a selection of variety shorts and news reels. Alan shows in a program featuring Agestis Daoce Painia. Gary performs at Saturday night’s dance at Aquatic Dance Palace with old-time numbers and a quick fox-wol barn dance. Webb will be the emcee.
The Maternal and Child Welfare bulletin emphasizes regular, sufficient sleep for toddlers and early school children. It recommends 12 hours for ages two to five, with midday naps for younger children, a consistent bedtime, and a sleep setup free from drafts. Bed should be alone, warm, and comfortable with appropriate bedding and minimal distractions.
Davin Calif reports a fumigation plan for wireworm control at the University of California College of Agriculture. The notice cites soil treatment with suspected chemicals and references a 0 pound threshold, with a focus on central Santa Barbara area and related pest management measures.
In the Current Nature column the author reflects on Australian patriotism during bushfire threats. It discusses national confidence, the duty of citizens to aid prevention, and the risk of complacency as threats loom. The piece also touches on a South African origin of gammexane as a chemical note.
The Cairns Choral Society held a week of rehearsals and performances with many members attending. The ceremony included several soloists and award winners, and the event featured a lively parade and amusement provided by the Madhariare band. Notable participants included Miss Munen, Mr Mackin, and Miss Norsek, with remarks by Mrs Praemay and others.
A fragmented report from Seattle describes a romance named Potato Patch ending in happiness after more than two years. The text mentions people such as Wesley Jen and Myrtle Paint and references American diaries and a likely personal milestone amid unclear details.
An unclear report mentions a police officer connected to a comet event and a death. The fragment points to a police figure named Baran and an incident described with limited context. Further readable facts are not available in the text.
The article notes Patrisiay second daughter of Mr and Mrs Purcell visiting Rodney relatives for New Year. Arthur Whitbe’s family and guests like Menara D Thareekt stay at Etrand Motel. Mua Purcell plans to attend the Summer School of Music at Deaconland University in January.
Last Friday evening the Catholic Youth Club hosted a Christmas party sponsored by the National Catholic Girls Movement and the Young Christian Workers. Attendees included visitors from Edmonton and Ganlouvale with a primary gift ceremony and social activities. Rev Hua led the program and parish members are invited to upcoming Sunday events and a town route jaunt with stops at local landmarks.
A fragmented listing of radio programming episodes and sports updates. Mentions 4QM and 447 stations, news bulletins, a rebroadcast of ABC Christmas content, racing and cricket summaries across NSW Queensland Victoria SA, and varied musical broadcasts.
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