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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 08, 1929
Page
11
Fragmented OCR text describes Ivory Morocain fabrics including genuine pure Shantung and mentions Gag Weadan and Pui 37h. The passage is garbled with unclear context and lacks coherent event or clear entities beyond fabric names and possible product references.
Classified ad fragment mentions 2 piece rompers with a special price on July 11. The readable text is fragmented and lacks clear names, places, or organizations beyond Bloom.
Fragmentary ad style text references a special price per yard and decorative items. The readable lines mention a yard price, cushion covers and aprons, with garbled branding and unrelated filler. No clear date or full product details are present.
All wool black casm arer and Baty hose offered at special price 1/11. White and striped French bosom shirts in sixes 2 to 7 at 3/11 each. British fugitive shirts with adaptable collars sizes 12 to 14½ at 5/11 each.
WAALADIES JAPANESE SUNSHADES and oiled paper ACE items offered at special prices 1/11 each. Enghisu class water sets and six tumblers priced 15 15/41 and 16/11. Daity marble clocks time keepers 7 price 4/6 to 15/6. Torehon and filtimixeton bundle includes four chosen yards at special price 1/ B
A clipped advertisement lists several men and women shoes with special prices. The entries include black patent Oxford shoes at 29/6 and gents tan Oxford at 18/11, ladies one bar beaker sandals at 23/ Pair, and BUBBEX BURP slippers at 5/11 to 7/11, all under ACB specials.
A C B Im Cash and Carry Grocery seeks a saving policy in Seaton. Details are unclear from the fragment, but the note references an insurance or saving plan connected to the Seaton store. Further data required for full summary.
A reflective Thought for Today notes that dreams pass but work remains and that no true thought, pure resolve, or loving act ever goes unused. The quote emphasizes persistence, silent impact, and the enduring ripple of genuine effort.
The article describes dainty party frocks for maids using drawn-thread work and embroidery. It highlights fabrics like lemon and apricot voile, white voile with stem-stitch designs, wide hems, pin-tucks, and appliqué. Garments feature front panels, hemstitched details, yokes, and color accents in blue pink white and green.
A tale set in Witchland describes the Hogpog family living amid rubbish where cruel Wogs threaten baby Hopeless Hogpog. Sunshine Fairies rescue them by binding the Witches, cleaning the home, bathing the sick child, and teaching cleanliness and health, after which the baby thrives and the Wogs depart for No-Man's-Land.
Verse describes a green gold spring with joyous scenes and nature imagery. Composed and written by Rene Jense n aged 14 from Cooktown referencing Endeavour River and Far North flora and fauna including wattle blossoms, bush, sea breezes, and native birds as the river banks are stirred by wind and birdsong.
A ten year old writes to Rosemary from Burnest Mareeba asking to join the Home Circle and Cheerio Ranch. She lists her birthday June 25, no pets, one sister and two brothers, enjoys school, names Jean Tilse as a schoolmate, visits Miss Muffit’s, is in Higher Third Class, asks for Jack-in-the-Box or Chatterbox as a pen name, signing loving Barbara Hastings.
The Cairns Post letter greets Barbara in a cheerful Home Circle message. It inquires about schooling and siblings, asks if Jean is a Cairn, and hints at news from Miss Muffet. The writer encourages Barbara to write again and mentions choosing a pen name.
A handwritten holiday greeting from Elia Mullayey nicknamed Will-O-Wise to Rosemary, dated December 31 1928. The note expresses warm wishes for Christmas and a Happy New Year and mentions plans to visit and travel during the holidays.
A personal note from Rosemary expresses delight at a festive season reunion and fond memories of school holidays. She recalls a mice cool beach scene for tea and a full day of enjoyment, signing off with affectionate wishes.
The Bairns Circle sends birthday wishes to Apple Bud Sky Blue Rose Bee and Red Lulip with notes like Shine for All Love Conquers and Do your Best. The cheerful card format includes short mottos and affectionate signoffs from the circle.
Comics for children at the Cairns District Hospital yesterday included characters Butterfly and Red Tulip, signaling a playful, comforting visit. The pairing highlighted the hospital's effort to brighten ward time for young patients.
An advertisement extols Creme Charmosan claiming it protects skin from sunburn freckles and dust while offering a charming bright complexion. It touts Sydney and Melbourne fans and an immense sale with a two shillings sixpence price for a large jar, urging immediate purchase.
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