George Formby in Theatres and Stage Shows Featured
The article highlights George Formby and other stars in upcoming screenings and performances. It mentions a new Olsen and Somnson comedy, Universal project Hassoma, and a Plaza Theatre lineup with Milton Berle, Mary Hughes, and Leighton Noble. Also notes the Side shows and bands performing nightly at the Plaza Theatre with guest acts and circuses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Universal
Olsen and Somnson
Centeht
Athe Plaza
Etite
Fantnhutes
Count Pane
Hin Orchestra
Leighton Noble
Milton Berle
Maryeth Mughes
Colourful RN Officer Michael Le Fant DSC noted commander and gunnery innovator
John Loughlin reports on Commander Michael Le Fant DSC, auburn haired nephew of Archbishop Le Pain, a bold RN officer famed for high gunnery standards and morale boosting crews. His career spans King George V, Duke of York, Mediterranean Fleet staff, Aurora operations against Bismarck, Spitsbergen raid, and Malta blitz, with postings in North Africa and potential ties to Archbishop Le Fanti and Irish property.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Michael le Fant
Dscair
Auburn-Harree
le Pain
Perth
Australia
Gui ‘Ificer
Duke of York
Ewe
Bruce Fravey
Home Fleet
Munich
Mediterranean
Aurora
Nor+ Wechat
Hors
Norway
Spitsbergen
Penelopeater
Malta
Perod
Mer Tallin Comrave
Commancine la Fanne
Hear
J. Vo Mor Kan. Bienels
Mies
Sussex
Ireland
Aly Urcle
le Fanti
Foot Affections From Stockings At Fault In Women
A grainy wartime era column warns of foot afflictions from ill fitting stockings and tight shoes. It describes blistering irritation, heat, and sores causing discomfort and reduced mobility for women, urging proper fit and care to prevent painful conditions.
Australian Army Patrols Heat and Dust in Desert Trek
A reporter recounts a grueling march across sandy tracks under 118 degree heat. The unit endures red dust, broken terrain, and sweltering fatigue while carrying gear, rationing water, and maintaining morale with improvised entertainment and work shifts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Civitat Sequestieners
Armen
Mater Atioorry
Miley
Eqouate
Benoit
Boas
Anid Fereal
Moose
Dave
Ani Shen
Lemon Fae
Streich
Baniee Muraeit
Ehaplin
Chartiehaus
Snub Pollare
Ahly
oMidiekx
Toramentes
Nalfecatoy
Emia
Yorks
Arrore
Ncier
Local Brigade Proceedings and Resignations Report
The minutes cover a council session with remarks on Superintendent W T Johnston of Ralinda facing removal from service. It notes fundraising, budget approval, and advisory responses from the Arbitration Court. J G Simpson resigns as Driver-Mechanic to become Officer in Charge at Silkwood Sub-centre. Applications for a new Driver-Mechanic post close February 28. A decision to tender the Pontiac Utility and retain the Hupmobile fits stretcher duties. Several payments listed for dances in January and February.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralinda
K. Jaewson
Iin Eatre
Crowley
Department
J. G. Simpson
J. G. Sampson
Offeer
Silkwood
Pillard
Main Roads ‘Commission
Jengih
Snd
Pontire
Women's Emergency Corps
Keble
Walker
RB. Dreghorn
Dreghorn
Kynawion
Calms
They Speed the Eagles in Wartime Women’s Work at War
Praising the WAAAF and Australian women in uniform, the Duchess of Gloucester writes on their training, drills, and varied duties from parachute servicing to clerical and photographic work. The piece highlights comradeship, youth, and the impact of women on war effort and peace.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gloucester
WAAAF
Eagles
Patricia Wastey-Huginns
Lichen
Australia
WAAAT
Maideh
Trim
Abe
Mairey Higeins
Wail Tuner
Tang
Roatier
Tne
Tmn
Ragone
Mats Ec
Meh Ties . aan ist 'i Toeket re Meater
Fragmented OCR text with numerous garbled phrases and names. The readable portions reference public notices and local names such as JONNY BRIDGE, BELERDLY, and a list of individuals including Ht to Reckhampton and Goode. Overall content is unclear and partially obscured.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Haliday
Vlemoe
Vine
Belerdly
Jonny Bridge
Joba
Horten
Heeler
Royal Interest in Medical Film Showing Hearts
From London the King and Queen watched a 13 minute medical film demonstrating human body functions. A radiologist narrated a rim showing the heart beating and stomach working via a projector. The royal couple followed with absorbed interest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Reynala Rumall
Atherton RSL Meeting Discusses Pensions and Land Project
The Atherton RSL monthly meeting addressed malaria pension difficulties faced by service members, urging action with authorities and the government. A motion supported life membership for Mr Dreghorn and called for land for a new building, with committees appointed to pursue these aims.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atherton
Tech
Pabrumry
DM. Thomson
E.W Mower
Parsons
Toya
Mewere
WJ. Bowden J . Dawson
W. Hl Shersin
RB Draghars
Cific
Also Mentioned on This Page
Bex
Pontt
Merceads
S.A
George Formby
Presenta
Minot Wallop Home Guard
Ubetr Tvale
Wallops
Sup- Derk
Kelly
Eadie Quitam
Jean Woodbury
Masia Rosen- Bloom
Armida
Plas Theatre
Plaza Thestre
Brothers
Renny Baker
Irene Fuse
Ano
Ra Pendle
He World
Wesction
Nobody
S. Darling Marine
Cather
Egg George Aeie
Mgugne Owdee
Rod Prince
Colourful R.N. Officer
John Loughlin
Therianeum
Seomert
Werner
Steenan
Wesring
YMCA
Blokes Life
Manango
Nanenga
Arbitration Court
Sal
Athe
Stats Stores Bone
Arter
Pilard
Fontiag Utustry
Kuranda
Trncadero
Stratford
G. Owens
Mears
T, Crowey
C_ Keble
G, Walker
HH. Pitard
LB. Clark
Armen U8
Menta
R.S.L
Ian
Lesgue
Mghting
Northern Theatres. Ltd
Loar
Clete
ober _ TAYLOR
Susan Peters
Thestrs
Pang of
RUSS
Art John Hodiak
Robt
Benchley
Felix Bressart Frateord
Ops Praterree Oe
Lee Gr
Ana
Eddie Quilan
Joan Woodbury
Maxie Rosenbloom
Oleen and
Johnson
Martha O'Driscoll
Patric
Crazy House
Milter Berle
Mary Beth “Hughes
Tcimg
DU Barry
du Shahn
8 Technicafoor
Mara Brothers
Kenny Baker
Florence Rice
Nat Pendleton
Alu
Mary Lee
Laura Cathern
Gladys George
House
Loe
G, Rearne
CO Ptt Lp
Geeane
Syeney
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