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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 23, 1929
Page
4
Weather notes report ongoing rain impacts and heat with a week forecast. It describes farming efforts to combat weed growth, station improvements by a diligent foreman, and local residents aiding gardening. Several health incidents are noted including malaria, sunstroke and a broken glass injury. various residents visit Cairns and travel to relatives, with minor social updates.
Melbourne crowd figures for the Third Test at the Melbourne Cricket Ground show official attendance around 60,000 with Sydney claiming 38,456 and Melbourne stating 64,247 on Saturday. Turnstile takings factor into the discrepancy, while MCC and Sydney memberships outline ticket allocations and ladies tickets.
A Brisbane weekly gossip column details recent society events including weddings of Miss Lola Haynes and Miss Linda Taylor, with bridesmaids Miss Cillian Cannan and Miss Jean Douglas. It notes Miss Nell Kerwin and Miss Elina White engagements, fashion trends such as cambric dresses, sun shades, and cross-stitch tea cloths, and mentions visitors and travels of local families amid hot weather.
Dr and Mrs oO hitlgg Syenew arrive in Townsville this week via the Orangal. Mr and Mrs FE have been staying at Kin Iry since descending from Tinie jail, continuing their Runje journey on a visit to Scotland. Yoursa ill, who have Ly rand the VERONICA.
An old print promotes Rexona Soap and Rexona Ointment claiming quick relief for sore feet. It touts cleansing skin and medicinal effects, suggesting daily use prevents sores and keeps feet sweet and healthy, with Rexona available widely.
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