Viva Cisco Kid at Tropical Theatre features Cesar Romero
Cesar Romero stars as Viva Cisco Kid in a Western caper at Tropical Theatre. Jean Rogers Chris Pin Martin Minor Watson also appear with Gordito as Romero’s comic saddle mate. Doctor O Dowd leads as the secondary feature with Shaun Grenville Patricia Roc in a drama about a doctor fighting fate. Fox News and a Porky cartoon round out the program. box office phone 238.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cesar Romero
Istermood
Jean Rogers
Chris Pin Martin
Minor Watson
Fields
Romero
Martin
Gordito
Robin Hood
Watson
Kid
Jean
the Kid
Chris Pin
Shaun Grenvile
Peacy Cummins
Patricia Roc
Doctor Orowd
Sapre
Merrell
Liam Gaffney
James Carney
Walter Hudd
Sharine
Fox Australian
Porky
Palace Theatre bill features Emergency Squad and They Came by Night
The Palace Theatre presents Emergency Squad as the main feature with the cocky girl reporter and a fire rescue plot amid racketeers in a tunnel. They Came by Night follows with Prellis Calvert and Anthony Hulme as romance leads and a gang twist ending. Also includes newsreels and a Donald Duck cartoon. Tickets at box plan (phone 24).
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Siir
Palace Theatre
Mueide Battalion
Louis Campbell
Willem Henry
Richard Denning
Robert
Annthony Quinn
John Millan
Will Frise
Prellis Calvert
Anthony Hulme
George Merritt
Kathleen Harrison
John Glyn Jones
Cinesound
Paramount
Cate
Aquatic Dance Palais Hosts Lively Year End Ball
The Aquatic Dance Palais held its year end ball with two bands, dancing until 3 am and over 400 attendees. Prizes went to Miss Kane and Mr Langtree, Miss Kane and Mr McFerlane, and hats to Miss Tremayne and Mr Shearer. Extra performances by Miss McBride and Mr Barry. Confetti and streamers brightened the night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Aquatic Dance Palais
Palais
Valais
Mies C Stone
K. Turner
Miss Kane
McFerlane
Langtree
Miss McBride
Barry Tee Marion Jenkins
Geo Stone
Nawel
Miles Pee
Mr. Walden
Miss Crowe
Mr. Cochrane
G Tremayne
A Shearer
Amateur Night at Trocadero Exhibition
The Trocadero will host a grand amateur night next Saturday featuring a felt-step derby and a jitterbug competition with several entrants. Margaret Joyce Sheehy will perform a novelty and dance routine with instruction from Jack Watson at the Theatson School of Dancing Brisbane. The Hitzy Hewellers' dance band has been engaged.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mins Joyce Sheehy
Ae Jack Waton
Theatson School of Dancing
Brisbane
Hitzy Hewellers
Argentine Goods Plan for Trade Route to Britain
Buenos Aires report notes Marques of Willingdon and the Argentine Government agreeing on shipping Argentine foodstuffs to Cuba in neutral vessels. There they would be transferred to Britain, making a shorter voyage and reducing raider risk.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Buenos Aires
Marques of Willingdon
Cuba
Brithesay
Lebensraum Theory Traced and Its Nazi Origins
A detailed note traces the term Lebensraum to Karl Haushofer and the Geopolitik school, linking it to German nationalism and Nazism. It outlines the three degrees of Lebensraum as seen by Haushofer’s followers and cites criticism from geographers and public figures, including references to the New York Times.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Strachatt
Geopolitik
Haushofer
Karl Haushofer
Munich
Savoie
Hitler
Karl Haushofers
Volksbund Fuer Das Deutschtum Im
Ausland
Deutsche Kultur
New York Times
Maher Escapes from Rockhampton Gaol in 4 30 P M Break
Patrick Maher 71 on remand for alleged thefts and other offences escaped from Rockhampton gaol at 4 30 pm. He forced a fence, climbed into a yard, and smashed a gate lock before vanishing. Police fear he may seek transport to Brisbane in stolen cars. Maher is described as about 9 feet 5 inches tall etc.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Patrick Mather
Rockhampton
Ameantl
Bia
Maher
Recaptured at Emu Park in Queensland
Rockhampton jail escapee Neil Maher, who left Rockhampton Gaol on Saturday, was recaptured this afternoon at Emu Park.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emu Park
Rockhampton
Neil Maher
Obituary for Cairns resident Charles Murtha
Charles Thomas Murtha of Cairns died at his residence on Sunday morning at age 84. A Queensland lifetime resident born in Ormeau Pimpama he worked in hotels in Townsville Brandon and Cairns and led the Cairns Aquatic Club as president for 11 years and was a longtime Cairns Bowling Club member. Survived by wife two daughters and one son with siblings in the south. funeral at St Monica’s Church this afternoon with a Requiem Mass at 6:30 this morning.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
Charles Thomas Murtha
Thomas-street
Murtha
Queensland
Ormeau Pimpama
Unus
Philip
Townsville
Rising Sun
Imperial Hotel
Brandon
Mining Exchange
Cairns Aquatic Club
Cairns Bowling Club
W. Coonats
Morgan Win
Martha
St. Monica's Church
Private funeral for miner Mr Cabalane at St Monica’s Church
The obituary notes the death of Mr John Cabalane at his residence 167 Sheridan Street on Sunday morning. Born in Whitechapel London he was a miner. he leaves a wife and grown-up family. Funeral at St Monica’s Church with Father Hunt officiating.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joan Cabsinoe Passet Sway
Sheridan-street
Whitechapel
London
Mr. Cabalane
St. Monica's Church
Father Hunt
Barron Beach Notes Holiday Crowd Returns to Surfing
The article describes Barron Beach as a busy Christmas resort with perfect surfing and cool sea breezes. A noteworthy catch by H. Neil excited locals while hosts Alf Read and spouse tended to guests. Included visitors listed, from Galla Eileen to families of Miller, Doyle, Meblert, Spewart, and Coleman, among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
P Roper
H. Neil
Alf. Read
Gaa
Galla
Eileen
Shirley
T. Miller
B. Doyle
Esme
Babinda
W. Meblert
F. Spewart
A. M. Ard Pee Sary
Ormsby
Jean Mange
F. Coleman
Evin
Okareete
And
P. Oliver
Gordonvale
Lightning Deaths in Australia and Global Patterns
The article states an average of 13 men and one woman die from lightning yearly in Australia, with global sex ratios similar. It notes most deaths occur in open country, under isolated trees, and that buildings offer protection. oak and beech trees are highlighted as dangerous conductors. It warns lightning near earth is more destructive than cloud to cloud.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Australia
Earth
pacific raiders survivors recall wartime ordeal
A nurse and passengers recount the peril aboard a ship attacked by Nazi raiders. A woman blown from a cabin, others witness deaths, and evacuees describe confinement and danger. A dental surgeon speaks of luck surviving and plans to return to England with husband and children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sutcliffe Hav
Carnally
England
Calls to Urge All Ships to Be Sealed and Code Named
A Melbourne panel proposes that ships should be renamed by numbers and all mail and telecommunication be censored to limit enemy information. A neutral oil tanker berthed at Yarra had its transmitting gear sealed yet later sealed controls were loosened. Victoria Dock saw ships loading war materiel with neutrals nearby while locals could access ship details, risking spy access.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Meikei Bourne
Emery
Yarra
Williamstown
Victoria
Melbourne
Victoria Dock
Mel- Raneve
Polish Flight Survivors Reflect On Gifts In Australia
A group of Polish survivors in Brisbane recounts receiving clothes and entertainment from Australian Comforts Fund volunteers after experiences in New Guinea and Townsville. They praise dresses and towels, while one nurse recalls German ship sightings and a rescue, with plans to seek work once rested.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fupid
New Guinea
Townsville
Maria Goreeks
Canberra
Agai
Helena Stolenska
Magdalena Elues
Borkowske
Hed Crows
Sures
Gydnis
Brisbane
Queensland
The
Red Cross Society
Sghting Services
Albino
Mia. V. Ferguson
Nauru
Melbourne
Shen
Dome Express
Bangitase
Escape from Germans: Earl of Cardigan Rejoins West End Life
The Earl of Cardigan, 34 and heir to the Marquess of Ailesbury, walked into a West End club bar wearing baggy white flannel trousers and a plum jacket. Captured at St Omer during the Dunkirk retreat, he slipped through occupied France in plain clothes aided by Belgian villagers. He says details of his escape will stay secret until the war ends.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
the Earl of Cardigan
West End
London
Daily Express
Earl
Royal Army Service Corps
St. Omer
Dunkirk
France
Marquess of Ailsbury
Survivors Seek Comfort After Debris Night
Miss M E Osborne recalls climbing through wreckage in torn pyjamas after a collapse, badly injured and dazed. Mrs A C Burnett and Mrs W T Allan from Nauru visit a wounded woman, with warm welcomes and gifts as helpers coordinate recovery and travel plans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
M. E. Osborne
A. C. Burnett
Windsor
Mra. W. T. Allan
Nauru
Tasmania
Mitler
Holiday travelers and club notices amid Cairns scenes
Rie and Mrs Lowe with Blanche Atherton vacationed at Double Island during Christmas. J J Plankett of the RAAF departed by mail train from Bellarst. Gunnawerrs stayed at the Strand Hotel on the route south. Misses T and a party from Beane visited Hides Hotel in Cairns. The Catholic Daughters of Australia resume their weekly bridge and knitting circle on Tuesday January 14, not January 7 as previously advertised.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rie
F. J. Lowe
Blanche Atherton
Double Island
J. J. "Plankett
RAAF
Bellarst
Strand Batel
Beane
Cairns
Catholic Daughtera of
Australia
Atherton Personal News Roundup
January reports from Atherton list residents and visitors including Hilda Currie returning from Cairns, Dr and Mrs Cohn leaving after Dr Cohn’s resignation, Mrs F Vi in hospital at Atherton, Emmeline Mirob and Murray Mirob guests of the Nasser family, J F Muller visiting from Brisbane, A Lesina on recreational leave, the Foreman family planning to Brisbane, A Wilson taking annual leave in Bundaberg, J J Lander and child returning to Cairns, W Cumming and Jean with Ted Carlin in the area, Ray Ogden and Bob Hamilton back in Cairns, Ren MacFarlane back south, Marcia and Joyce Nasser heading to Cairns, J T Carlin on a three month southern tour, C Mir of Bartle Frere visiting, Bennet of Richmond visiting, Mrs Davis of Townsville visiting Atherton, and Dr C Einsbrunner and Dr Kinsbrunner planning Brisbane/Sydney trips.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atherton
Hilda Currie
Cookstreet
Cairns
Cohn
F. Vi
Ravenshoe
Atherton Hospital
Emmeline Mirob
Murray Mirob
N. Nasser
J. F. Muller
Brisbane
Foreman
National Bank of Austales
A. Wilson
Bundaberg
J. J. Lander
Child
Streer
W. Cumming
Jean
Ted Carlin
Port
Ray Ogden
Bob Hamilton
Barron Valley Hotel
Ren MacFarlane
T. Moses
Marcia
Joyce Nasser
Mirob
J. T. Carlin
Carlin
C. Mir
Bartle Frere
Visi
Bennet
Richmond
Davis
Townsville
Wheme
Tobeville
F. Bowcock
Hill Clif Farm
Tolga
C. Einsbrunner
Sydney
Kinsbrunner
Resignation of Atherton Hospital Medical Superintendent
Atherton January 4 Mr T P Mad chairman of the Atherton Hospitals Act announces the resignation of Dr J FE Overstead resident medical superintendent. Dr Overstead was appointed in July after Dr A M Martell left and has served three months. A special Atherton Hospitals Board meeting is set for Monday to address the resignation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atherton
T. P. Mad
Atherton Hospitals Act
J. FE. Overstead
Dr. Overstead
A M. Martell
Atherton Hospitals Board
Japanese War Casualties and Mobilization Totals
The report cites total Japanese casualties and mobilization figures since the war began, with 1,454,402 casualties and 340,000 reservist rear forces. It notes 1940 alone saw 1,687 casualties and 101,809 ties for the war.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ima
Under the Shadow of Scarred St Pauls in London
A London observer describes wartime fear and resilience as air raids terrify nights yet civic spirit remains strong. He recalls bombs, guard posts, and the front line contrast with home life while praising overseas kin and Britain’s steadfast resolve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
ST. Pauls
Womens Land Army urged to ease Australian farm shortage
Federal discussion moves to use the Womens Land Army as a remedy for acute farm labour shortages. Farmers, orchardists and dairy workers fear reduced herds and fruit output. talks cover wage awards, better dairy farm conditions, and exemptions for older sons from compulsory service if farm productivity can be sustained.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Holt
Australia
State
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Viva Cisco Kid
Doctor O'Dowd
Britain
Australian Associated Press
Weason
Wales
H. W. Mazlins
PTY. Ltd
John Cabalane
Barron Beach Notes
Boot
Kesp
Pacific Raiders
Haffy
Santa Felaa
London’s
Thames
Department of Information
CDA
Bridge and Enwitting Circle
Aertex
Cellular
Weerae
Wyrnway
Speedo
Interlock Waves
Ucaire
RK. H. Belly
Abbott St
Uetters
Fleet-street
Western Front
Laddie
Ani
Gerry
Womens Land Army
Simpson
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