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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 03, 1927
Page
6
A crowd at Tropical Theatre eyes Pauline Staree and George O'Hara in a mixed program featuring organ-grinder acts, vaudeville-style skits, and a preview of The Ge Guetars. Matinee pricing listed for general and children's seats.
A whimsical notice announces Prince Teatgh and Susan presenting a novel musical entertainment at The Palace with The Jom Set and Nuetta appearing in an instrumental dance showcase. The Road thr Cilaeye Boogie sequence and Howard Hawks influenced acts are highlighted as key features.
The Palace Theatre presentation drew a tepid crowd as the lead actor delivered a mixed performance. Critics noted uneven pacing and flawed characterisation, while some scenes showed promise amid a sequence of misses and standouts.
Fragmentary text mentions Melba and Doris in a local appearance. Indications of a rainy or wet day and stamps appear, with limited readable details about participants or event context.
A messy OCR reads as announcements for Monmer railway incursions to Cairne on Sunday February 6 with schedule notes and a planned ambulance building opening. It mentions events at Atherton railway and Cubese with times and a Mobman departure at 4 30.
Reading fragment describes a St Patrick's Day gathering with Monica and Caren arranging events. The piece mentions a parish meeting at Monica's Hall and a planned St Patrick's night concert in Hiern Hall. It hints at community plans for children and related activities.
The document lists assented names and addresses in Cairns with references to solicitors Smith Chambers, Tennants, and OBrien. It mentions affidavits, fees for legal services, and court-related notices across Sminlds Street and surrounding Cairns areas. The fragmented OCR notes indicate a local legal matter tied to Toronto University, Canada, and building inquiries on LPL Buildings.
A garbled passage promotes a healthy baby through cleanliness and soap usage. It mentions Renena Bom and a distant condition tied to dedicated care, with references to fresh bread and rinsing, but the text is largely unreadable and inconsistent.
Fragmentary correspondence discusses duty on butter, trade protections, and economic details. Mentions Canada, federal members, and tensions over tariffs and market power. The text references post letters and political framings in a dated, deliberative tone.
Readable fragments describe a Methodist Sunday School picnic at Atherton with children present and a few names listed for activities and prizes. Rev Shelton attended and spoke during the event with contests and awards noted for senior and junior groups including individual names.
Report from the Supreme Court session notes Justice Woolco r Aris bane in chambers today with June te Naughton present. The dialogue centers on a traitor and a promise of ample service as the distinguished member responds that many ears would be at service together.
Retail page advertises men s color coded undergarments and accessories. Features include assorted camisoles socks silk items and striped fabrics with sale prices and multiple product lines. Mentions cotton examples, towels, and various garments including shirts and ule or coats.
A garbled clipping lists items like FIBRE ATTACHE and compressed cases with price notes such as 4/1 and 97H each. It mentions caps and seal references, timber phrases, and assorted packing terms, resembling a rough catalog or price sheet from a late period trade page.
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