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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jan 28, 1929
Page
6
A large audience welcomed the Ter J star presented at the Tropical Theatre on Saturday night marking a festive year end event. Barry Baline plays a rough Western visitor in a New York setting as the show unfolds with dramatic turns.
Palace Theatre screens a repeat double bill headlined by The Magnificent Flirt. Florence Vidtor stars as a carefree mother opposite a lovely daughter while a young man and his uncle navigate romantic misunderstandings. Critics compare Vidtor favorably to stars in contemporary Paris-set dramas.
A fragmented ad-like item lists Marshall Shoes for Men TM Patent and fan gear. Mentions men’s pica pura tourist attire, heavy tourist shirts, and superior quality summer mercerised pyjama suits with size notes SM M and a date 11/6.
A catalog style note describes fabrics including SAMPSON weight dress material in pink, heliotrope, blue and white, natural fugi silk and pure silk, yardage prices for special yards, rose floral designs on white and pink grounds, British crepe heavy quality, white dress linen, striped crepe in neat pajama stripes, and deluxe line with durable dye and smart appearance.
A fragment notes lines in ladies shoes including red stitched Tramessogs and black patent bar shoes. Mentions baby spike heel and a date 21/6, with unclear context or additional details.
A season display shows Lagat and stroes silk frocks in a large shade range priced 15/6 and 17/11. The text promotes a new line for summer with updated styles and fabrics.
Local officials pledge to back efforts after a decisive setback. The aim is to ensure success by pooling resources and maintaining momentum as progress toward the goal continues.
Large attendance despite dull weather as Moonee Valley tracked races produce several long margins. Pewlett, Arctic Pox, Parsee and Ticino figure among contenders with times around 1.44 to 1.46. Impartial wins the Castermeade Handicap by six lengths, followed by Cybelus and Red Devil in close sequence.
In Adelaide on January 27 the men’s singles saw R Schlesinger of Victoria defeated by H Hepmas of New South Wales 6 2 3 5 9 7 6 2. Doubles featured Eweant of Queensland and Collins of Britain prevailing 3 5 6 4 6 1 7 5. Mixed doubles final E Moon of Queensland and Miss Akhurst of New South Wales defeated J Crawford and Miss Cox 6 4 7 5. Akhurst and Bickertos beat Mrs Molesworth and Miss E Hood 6 2 6 2. R O’Hara-Wood and P O’Hara-Wood of Victoria beat Messieurs Weston and Messurier 7 5 6 1. Walker and Cropper of New South Wales beat Sweeting and McCracken 6 2 8 4 6 6.
A well attended Cairns bout ended with Francis securing a deserved decision after a hard fought display. The match showcased stamina from both fighters and was described as one of Francis best exhibitions in Cairns.
At Townsville January 27 Max Grosskreatz lowered the lap record of Don Mc Pherson from 20 45 seconds to 20 3 5 during the meeting at day night session.
Alby Taylor won the First Division with Bert Scott finishing second. The final time recorded was 45 4-5 seconds.
Sydney reports Miss Jean Cocks of New South Wales, not yet legally adult, won the 278 yards race in 2min 45 2-5sec, setting the best Australian mark for the distance and signaling a swimming marvel debut.
A Cairns party and arrivals mark holiday season activity with staff changes and visits. Campbell McGregor celebrated a birthday. W F Stanley arrived in Cairns. Mr. Jordan to head the Public Curator’s Department successor to W Walker. Various residents returned from holidays and travels to Cairns and nearby towns.
A proposed company outlines an abridged prospectus listing benefits of the Ni rotary engine. It claims greater efficiency lower power wear absence of side thrust vibration and back pressure no delicate parts and no gears needed due to even direct torque.
On Wednesday evening the Loyal Edith Cavell Lodge Maldoff held its fortnightly meeting with gifts received and usual business discussed. A motion proposed and a larger gift evening planned to further fete efforts, with two new friends proposed for membership.
Brisbane January 25. John Willett has resigned as Northern Division Staff Appeal Board representative for the Loco Workshops. Frederick Hurlstone, the next highest vote recipient, is appointed to fill the vacancy from January 8 1929 to December 21 1929, covering the remainder of the three year term.
Frightful injuries were sustained by Albert McKewan of St George when Bass fell against a circular saw at MecEnoulty's mill. He received one eye stitched and was attended by local medical staff.
London January 25 The House of Commons discusses reparations with Mr Churchill noting British committee members must stay focused on their task. The remarks stress trust in the committee to handle ongoing reparations matters.
A catalog of ladies one-bar shoes in patent black satin and calf features sale prices from 13 shillings 11 pence to 26 shillings. Styles include baby heel dressy pumps with various vamp trimmings, two tone blonde kid options, roseblush calf, tan calf sport models, and crepe rubber sole sandals.
Advert shows three decker heavy welted sole boots priced at 20/6 and Derby Nevis Calf Roots at 16/11 with wide make. Watertight Cossacks offered at 16/6. Includes leather lining and standard quality guarantees.
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