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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Feb 25, 1943
Page
3
Incomplete text shows scattered letters and broken words, no clear event, names, places, dates, or figures readable enough to summarize into a coherent news item. The readable content does not reveal a discernible person, organization, location, or outcome from which to construct a proper title and summary.
An old newspaper item previews a varied program at Palais featuring a stage comedy with a dance and aquatic Balais style act. It mentions Servicemen welcome and prizes and a lively night with entertainment and a “Might Montintrate” dance.
The notice recalls the deaths of Mrs. Blackwell and Mr. George Alley and many Gordonvale families, noting a fire destroying Riverstone House and memorializing generations in Gordonvale. It also honors Dan McLean, Port Douglas pioneer, detailing his life from Dalby to Herberton Cup rider, marriage, family, and later years. The piece laments losses across communities and reflects on enduring legacies of character and service.
Atherton reports the death of David Lestie Judd who served Australia in New Guinea during wartime. He was known on the Tableland near Topaz and Peetamon, where he and his father Charlie were well respected pioneers. The notice honors his sacrifice and notes bereaved parents and the extended family.
Fragmented text offers unclear instructions about using eucalyptus and other remedies. Mentions sprinkling something, morning routines, and dubious phrases like double D or beam hunter. Lacks coherent guidance or verifiable details.
Fragmentary text notes Holland under Nazi occupation with references to population strain. Mentions shells, bones, teeth, and Enke export figures. Contains unclear names and places, hindering precise reconstruction of events or figures.
Weary of the ALF is linked with two wall arrest incidents and a related case involving Mira J P Weary. Authorities reported the events and ongoing investigations surrounding the individuals and organization. Police noted no further details available at this time.
A crowd gathers to bid farewell to Don Cummings son of Mr Dave Cummings and grandson of Dor and Mrs W Kirby Batt Innisfail. Don has studied at All Souls School Charters Towers and recently passed the Benjor University Examination. He earned several sports honors including Gannon Cup and open boxing trophy. A farewell party at St Alban's Pariah Ballon featured dancing singing and speeches with a wallet of notes from friends.
Fragmentary OCR text reflecting scattered phrases about thoughts for Toda and Timothy B. with religious and admonitory overtones. Mentions a Browning reference and a prize in earth's paddock, plus cryptic notes on responsibility and Christian duty. The fragment lacks coherent events or clear names beyond Toda and Timothy B. and an unrelated monetary figure.
Mr W H Loxton will professionally visit Atherton and may be consulted at the Sacron Valley Hotel from 2.39 pm on Saturday February 27 and Sunday February 20. James J. Cox, Allen, and Y Buchanan are named. One surviving brother Gesra resides in Gaynésh. One son Philp died in 1920 in the district. The old Port Douglas Cemetery hosts the graves of many pioneers. The graveston mentions Father O Maneney officiating.
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