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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 17, 1929
Page
8
A readable fragment shows a promotional event touting low prices and a bold clearance sale. The piece hints at strong discount values across multiple items with emphasis on value as the central appeal. Text lacks specific dates or store names.
A busy vintage sale ad lists numerous fabrics and prices in varied colors and weaves. Includes plain Pug de Lure, Shirting, Colored Linens, Dress Fabrics, crepes, ginghams, silks, and poplins with sale prices per yard and ranges for men’s and boys’ wear. Strong emphasis on color names and bargain pricing across multiple textile lines.
Listing of silk materials and colors including Salmon Cream Champagne Cinnamon Wott Bois-de-Rose Lemon Saxe Wedgewood Mia Silk Sceorgette and more. Mentions usual prices and sale price 2/6 per yard with ranges in White Cream Mastic Lemon Sky Eau-de-Nil Apricot Wing Navy.
The ad lists various silk and crepe fabrics with sale prices per yard, including black, navy, mariette, cyclamen, and mauve tones. It highlights “usual price” discounts to two thirds and offers multiple yard offers such as 3/11 and 5/11 per yard with assorted names like Saxe, Tussore, and Fugi Silk.
A local sale advertisement promotes a bargain event in Manchester offering items at reduced prices. Readable words indicate a discount broadside with emphasis on a six yard claim and colored text for attention. The notice highlights a temporary sale date and location.
A screening of Finnegans Ball offers Irish comedy and pathos with Charley McHugh as Finnegan and Mack Swain as his foil. Blanche McChaffey plays the daughter, Cul Len Landis the lover Jimmy Flanigan, and the plot centers on a clash of generations. Also on the bill are Wolves of the Range, two-part comedy, and news gazettes. Book seats and watch for Richard Dix in Shanghai Bound.
The crowd enjoys a comedy adventure at Tropical Theatre tonight. A pair of bumbling heroes face slapstick peril as an oversized chase unfolds through zany set pieces and witty banter. The review notes light hearts and audience smiles throughout the performance.
A temporary truce was called in the bootlegging case involving racehorse Boot tl on January 17. T McNamara was appointed trainer and receiver to hold and train the horse under the agreement.
Actor warns other noted figures to avoid Australia amid controversy. He says he will advise peers to steer clear of the scene after tensions rise and criticism erupts over recent events.
Washington January 15 The United States Shipping Board today opened and took under advisement bids for its eleven largest government owned liners including the case from a and other vessels.
Captain G Thornton released a comprehensive study on banana farming in Queensland after reviewing northern market conditions. The report, intended for McCormack Smith and banana growers, notes missteps and urges attention to cultivation areas, seed stock, and production practices to improve returns.
A fragmentary note indicates a plan for a coating to India within one week. The text mentions daily wit and a person or entity named Tonils leaving. Details are unclear due to incomplete OCR.
Brisbane January 16 Sir Arthur Kirwan affirmed the Queensland apprenticeship system as advanced and well organised. He noted youths may enter industry at 15 or 16 with appropriate certificates and praised the Act for uniting employers and employees while protecting both sides. He cited praise from London School of Printing and other institutions.
In Police Court Nicholas Raffapulos was charged with carrying firearms after 7 pm. Sub-Inspector O'Sullivan stated the revolver was fully loaded but not carried for use. The minimum fine of £20 was imposed.
Canberra January 16 The Commonwealth geological adviser Dr. Woolnough will visit the Clarence river district to report on structural features and the potential for petroleum. The move follows requests from oil seeking companies and reflects a government aim to leave no potential oil site unchecked.
Melbourne January 15 funeral of the late Mr Justice Higgins at Dromana drew a large attendance. Among mourners were Justice Gordon Daffy Adh and Justice Connell Ole, with members of legal and industrial unions present.
In MISFAIL on January 16 a statement notes the death of 30 distinguished citizens. The message reflects on the sadness and honors the memory of those lost, referencing the Commonwealth and the impact of their passing.
London reports a dispute between Carine Me and Citrine over a Sunday Express interview regarding Muscoliai. The clash centers on how the interview was presented and the nature of the alleged statements.
EM Johnstone of Mareeba assaults her brother-in-law, HL Stamp, in a McLeod Street confrontation. No further details provided.
Canberra January 14. Minister for Trade and Customs H S Gullett announced that Walter Leitch and David Masterton will not seek reappointment to the Tariff Board after their terms end March 9. Their withdrawals require a reconstruction of the board due to their valuable service and contributions.
Readers who shopped Murdoch's in Park Street Led recall sensational savings from prior sales now alerted that the great semi annual sale returns. The store offers discounts on men’s and boys’ clothing, textiles, sportswear, cutlery, and more regardless of cost. write to Desk Murdoch's in Park Street Lit, ney for details.
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