Dramatic Theatre Review Sparks Mixed Reactions
A chaotic but vivid account reviews performances at Tropical Theatre and Tropical Theatre, noting stage names Hogan and others. It highlights dramatic sequences, photography, and evolving relationships among cast, with mentions of United we stand themes and a shift toward lighter entertainment concluding with a nod to actors Albee Day and Fang Murphy.
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Zao
Pathe
Hogan Ers
Hoyas
Dean
sMier Etter
Casey
Curart
Gietaer Contres
Johnny Jones
Lesan
Johnny Fones
New York
Southampton
Warrant
Bonetanel
Elevere
Munweam Rverx Albee Day
Fang Murphy
Siventaneims
For the Defence at Palace Theatre shows Powell in legal thrills
The Palace Theatre presents For the Defence starring Powell and Kay Francis in a courtroom drama of crime and passion. Powell confronts a perilous threat as he defends dangerous clients amid tense twists and a doomed romance. Kay Francis is praised as the ideal screen partner in this gripping Paramount release with supporting acts and a musical novelty.
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Pitins
Palace
Saterday Seat
Wight
Cotty Eterney
Niacin
Powell Humeril
Untice
Powell
Kay Francis
Chicago
Amon Vicrere
Ien Hearme
Paddy Doyle
Bumk
Jack Duffy
Paramount Sound News and Gazettes
On the Level comedy drama heads matinee and night shows
This afternoon and tonight audiences enjoy a varied program led by Vigor McLagien in On the Level a story of a steel worker who is drawn into a real estate swindle. The cast includes William Flarrison Fit Dorsay L ike fein Anie Stowe and Mary iAlister with a compact bill of musical novelty Screen Snapshots No 12 and Fox Movietone News. Matinee at 23. Two more night screens tonight and tomorrow. Plans at Pittard and Diack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vigor McLagien
Les
McLagien
McLagren
William Flarrison
Fit Dorsay
Fein Anie Stowe
Mary iAlister
Boyer Ot
Clarke
McCullagh
Fox Movietone
Pittard
Diack
The Balkan Princess Opera at Lyric Operate Society
The Balkan Princess is a sparkling comic opera opening Thursday night with a short run. Early reservations are advised as seats will sell out. costumes and stage sets are highlighted as top quality. Sweet music, catchy tunes, beautiful costumes, clever dialogue, and high class acting promise strong audience interest. Reservations by telephone, letter, or through members.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lyric Operate Society
Wellation
Sowety
Cairns Benefit Show Showcased Local Child Talent
Cairns residents enjoyed a Saturday benefit show at Hibernian Hall featuring 75 children trained by Mr and Mrs Bennett MacKennee. Proceeds supported the Cairns Ambulance Brigade. The MacKens produced sketches ensembles and farces with a twelve year old girl called the Comedy Kid and a boy who performed as Ghost. Grownups included Mr Harry North and the MacKens with a piano act and Royal Jazz Singing Band. Final performance matinee Monday the 12th at 2:30 pm.
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Cairns
Bennett MacKennee
Hibernian Hall
Ald
W. 4. Collins
Cairns Ambulance Briwalle
Macks
Harry North
Royal Jazz Singing Band
Pam
Jazz Dance and Euchre Night in Aquatic Hall
An evening of jazz and euchre to be held in Aquatic Hall features dancing and socializing. attendees can expect a lively program with jazz performances, complimentary novelties, and a nostalgic vibe inviting all local residents to join the celebration.
Telegraphists Beat Mail Room In Miniature Golf Clash
Yesterday morning Cairns Post Office telegraphists clashed with the mail room team in a lively eight player miniature golf match. The telegraphists edged ahead at the final hole and claimed bragging rights. A rematch is set for next Sunday morning following the Christmas competition. Archibald impressed by defeating a strong opponent Mayon in a separate round.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cairns
Teather
E Lyon
Jase
Walsh
Archibald
Mayon
Sheneo
Madrid confirms air force merged into War Ministry
Australian Cable Service reports from Madrid dated January 9 that air force administration is abolished and its functions transferred to the Ministry for War following airmen parley and related administrative changes. The move consolidates defense under the War Ministry.
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Madrid
Air
Air Force
Ministry For War
Aircraft cabin odor issue reported in Melbourne room
An aviation notice from Melbourne describes cigar smoke odor being hard to dispel in a room. It notes a possible contact with a smoking item and mentions attempts to prevent it, though details are incomplete and unclear.
Slack versus Blacks at Brisbane test match day one
Sweltering weather at the Cricket Ground saw West Indies and Queensland opening as Constantine starred with 73 in 42 minutes. Queensland, winning the toss, reached 309 with Grant's support before Queensland batted and 4800 spectators watched a slow start as Gilbert and Oxenham bowled well.
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Brisbane
West Indies
Cricket Ground
Mes
Constantine
Grant
Conly
Queensland
Gilbert
Oxenham
Benated
Int
Brew
Thurlow
Goodwin
Moswp
Cairns Post letter criticizes Paris fashion influence on Cairns girls
A reader laments Cairns girls adopting long dresses and Paris trends. He praises bobbed hair and short dresses as practical for local climate, urges sticking to modest, practical attire and warns against fashion trends driven by Paris.
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Cairns Post
Cairns
Abbe Street
Meer
Paris
Comott
One Eyed, Alderman Hoare and Cairns Station Debate
Letter to the Cairns Post supports Mr Hudson for Cairns Railway Station work and urges government action to fund unemployment relief trees along Lily Creek. The writer criticizes Alderman Hoare and suggests planting trees to attract visitors, proposing naming avenues after civic figures with restraint.
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Cairns Post
Hoare
Hudson
Cairns
Corwn
Roma Farewell to District Superintendent Murphy
Tess Cler from Cairns reports a cordial farewell for J Murphy District Superintendent of Railways at the Commonwealth Hotel Roma. O Conroy MLA presided as toast to “The King” and “Our Guest” highlighted harmony between Roma business people and the retiring official who served 40 years in the Railway Service, 34 of them in Roma.
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Tess Kler
Cairns
Roma
J. Murphy
Railways
Commonwealth Hotel
O. Conroy
Ald
Subinnsy
Murphy
Tevin Rome
Bestere
Valedictory presentation to Mr A Skip Rees
The Tropical Theatre held a valedictory presentation for Mr A Skip Rees as he leaves Cairns for Brisbane. Mayor W A Collins and Cairns Pictures Ltd directors joined staff and guests to honor Rees for his charity work and leadership of Tropical Theatre. Rees accepted the token gift and thanked the community, noting plans to return to Brisbane where he has an important appointment.
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Skip
M. J Hogan
Palace Pictures
Loman
Cahalane
Police Administration
Rees
Theo Boast
Lofty” Anderson
Gaiety Theatre
Cairns Post
Boase
Mr Rees
Cairns Pictures Limited
Tropical Theatre
Cairns
M Rees
Nevitt
Cairns Pictures Ltd
Reese
Brisbane
Tess
Mecers
AJ. Johnston
CE. Eden
Dudley
Nnt
Tronical Kiddies’ Association
Cochrane
Mr. Rees
Canberra
Metropolis
Mareeba Turf Club General Meeting Notice
Mareeba Turf Club members are called to a general meeting at the secretary’s office on Monday January 2 at 8 p m. Items include receipt of the outgoing committee report and treasurer’s balance sheet, election of office bearers and two auditors for 1931, nominations close January 24 at 5 pm, and other business. Members with subscriptions for the year 1931 may vote.
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Mareeba
At & P.m
Men’s Shirts and Work Shirts in Various Styles and Prices
A catalog listing multiple men’s shirts including tourist and tennis shirts Shadow Stripe blue piped collar and plain grey Harvard work shirts. Prices range from 4/6 to 6/11 with notes on washability, durability, and serviceability. Includes cotton tweed and mechanic shirts with pockets and drill fabrics.
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Emma
Luvisca
Harvard
Men’s Brit ish Fug Pyjamas in striped and cream designs
Men’s summer weight pyjamas offered in various styles including striped and plain cream. Prices range from 13/6 to 22/6, featuring options such as sports collar and Kanebo silk variants. Strong entities include brands and price figures from the listing.
Boys' Serviceable Summer Shirts and Khaki Drills
Boys' white tennis shirts in superior Tywill and six collar styles. FUGI tennis shirts in Saxe Bloc with removable collar, price details. Creæk tweed shirts and khaki drill starts offered with pricing. items described as reliable and plain.
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Ea Sors I Bririst Fugi
Ty Saxe Bloc
Sith Imrey
Berri
Fugi Tennis Ehrts
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Australian Cable Service
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