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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Feb 10, 1947

Page

6

Spectacular 30th Century-Fantine Musical Opens Today

From Hollywood comes a lavish Technicolor musical featuring Betty Graple and Dick Hayman with a starry supporting cast. The film promises emotional appeal and lavish song sequences, while presenting a tale of ambition, romance, and family ties. Also showing are a collection of other previews and features at nearby theaters.

Hollywood Fantine Tomm Betty Graple Dick Hayman Billy Rose Rose Atory Teas ‘Barker Julie Biuhop Alan Mownew

Memoir of a film teacher and the studio crew

A long reminiscence recounts Laure Barringer in film education over two decades guiding pupils on set. It describes private tutoring rules for under eighteen, praise for carpenter and electrician crews, and the challenges of learning on the job amid imperfect scripts, wardrobe, and periodic misnotes.

Dancing lessons and evening programs at The UTA hall

A notice outlines a Tuesday evening dance class with taumba introduced, with beginner and pupil lessons, a to-night special, and an upcoming fall program. It mentions a guest performer, rhythm and Swingly dance, and a future ballroom championship event. Patrons are advised to rent partners and practice ahead of the next session.

Amin Enel Patrora

National Radio Monday Schedule Overview

National Radio Monday rundown lists a mix of talk and music across stations. Highlights include health segments from Medico, a country show by Geraldo, and a feature on music in modern times, with various times and program names noted.

Aon Fas Geraldo South Meloaien Aneon National Becy Chinner Vanity Fair BBC

Union's Welcome Plans for London Visit

Plans reveal preparations across the country for the Union's welcome to Pretoria faction. The capital will display banners in white and gold for a four mile route with a grand procession. Officials say the event will be bright with jewels and regalia as the procession proceeds through the city.

London Capetoen Pami'y Pretoria Johancenbure Solanes

Cairne Post item on Peppercorn airfield transfer talks

The Department of Civil Aviation notes ongoing discussions with your council over transferring Peppercorn airfield to the Commonwealth. Melbourne reports preliminary steps favoring a Peppercorn rental and maintained access, with council efforts urged to expedite the process.

Cairne Post Pebruary Hugh A Perkins Caubetl Department of Civil Aviation Melbourne Maree Alrild Commonwealth Rome

Tarzall Notes and Progress Association Meeting Summary

A dated note describes a Tarzall meeting of the Progress Association delegates for a three year term. New committees were formed and transport of needed items to the hall was planned. The evening featured a novelty dance with Miss June Baker and Pita Meedamer, and a contingent traveled to Malanda for an upcoming Tarra branch gathering.

Peersaey Met Dirren Gettlere’ Progress Asociacion

Atherton air over homes sparks concern and调查

Local letters describe aircraft buzzing over Atherton residences causing fear among residents. The writer recalls multiple near misses, noting families frightened by planes passing low above houses and schools. Mentions hospital visits, community distress, and ongoing debates about air safety in the district.

Town Adomitory Meeting Closes Week with Bridge Victory

Perth area event notes a meeting at St John's with the Jonny's Women's Guild hosting a bridge afternoon. Mrs B Miller leads the event while Mrs P Bradford secures a win for the score. Local ladies listed include WL Aimach and T Jenkins with helpers Mendamee J Poriies WA Jackson and Lay oc.

Perth Mt. John's Cairne Mr End B. Miller Jonn's Women's Guild Bt. John's Club Jenkins Mira P Bradford Uy Min J. Lyons Mendamee J Poriies

Farewell for Mrs Pritchard at Malanda CWA

On February 1 at Malanda School of Arts a farewell honor was offered to Mrs E Pritchard after 19 years of service in the district. The CWA praised her secretarial work, noted a Building Fund total of about £880, and presented a pale pink English china tea set as a parting gift. Members from Malanda and Tari attended, with Mr Cleminson speaking for the branch.

Laure Barringer Charaung Satus Street Avery Dewi Josh Severst Millon South Wort Slectriciana Diana Lear George” Sanders Marx Sanders Uetar Sanders George Butler Bander Wade Malanda Malands School of Arta Cleminson Pritchard CWA Fetary Urbaa Clemingmn Malena Macy Brenda Abe

Dead Sister Skin May Save Child Life

A two year old girl Nancy Robles survived severe burns after her sister Marie died from injuries. Surgeons saved unburned skin from Marie’s body for potential grafts to Nancy, hoping it may help her recovery.

Nancy Robles Nancy Marie Rene T

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