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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 13, 1928
Page
8
Arrived large assortment of men’s footwear and travel goods offered at bargain prices. Boots, shoes, and trousers listed with multiple sizes and prices, including waterproof options and padded knitwear. Offers include knitted sweaters and pajamas with descriptions of fabric and finish.
A local showroom advertises a range of maid and women's sport frocks including chic floral voile frocks in white, dainty stage-entrancement details, new models in heavy crepe de chine and satin, and fresh millinery. It highlights smart black and colored sunshades with matching handles and coverings, and announces new stock in SW, W, and U.N. shades.
An old advertisement lists fashion items including smart handbags in various colors, assorted wool and silk hosiery, Turkish knit washcloths, washing accessories, colored handkerchiefs, silk socks, cotton socks, cream ribbed cashmere socks, and lisle slipper heel hose. Prices range from fractions of a penny to several shillings, with multiple color and size options indicated.
Special offers on white twill sheeting and unbleached twill sheeting with strong weave at 1 shilling 6 pence and 1 shilling 11 pence per yard. 70 inch white twill at 2 shillings 3 pence per yard. damask table linen with colored borders. pillow cases. calico and fancy curtainings priced per yard.
A vintage ad describes cream all wool Radianta fabric at four shillings per yard and wide ranges of Fuji Luxe silks and crepe de chine. It promotes fashion fabrics with prices and special deals, including striped silks and rich marl stripes, for draping street frocks and sports suits.
Five act double bill stars Waltz Dream headlining as feature one with Richard Dix in Man Power as the main second feature. The program presents a Viennese lighthearted romance and a dramatic action tale where a driver halts a dam breach to save a valley. Also includes sports series Trotting and Collegian news with gazelles and World news rounded out by two additional features.
The upcoming presentation of the Waltz Dream is set for tomorrow night at the Palace. Patrons will hear a thrice orchestra render delightful numbers in a charming operatic program.
The Tropical Theatre showcases a new feature titled The Texas Pearl with Harry Carey as hero and Channon as the heroine. The program includes daring fights and hand to hand action, light comedy by Sidney Franklin, the Pathe short Cradle Robbers, and a musical program directed by Professor Chandler. Box plans available at Owen Whitnwick's and Strand Hotel.
The Hibernian Hall presents The OBrien Girl on Monday with seasonal shows by Mrs Rewient Correll and Stanley Alackay. Dancers Monti and Migue headline, joined by Frank Perryn and new talents in Australia, including Miss Mae Moore. Box plan available at Pittards and Dinek's music parlours.
Wirths New Circus brings the Three Avconas and other acts to Cairns for two nights on July 13 and 14 with matinee Saturday. The program features Arcot Trin the optarie Hetty Areconn famed as fearless, Pallenbergs bears, bicycles on scooters, three graceful companions, Hilary Long head balancing, and a variety of thrilling acts from Miss Eileen May to Mutt and Jeff, with shows from 4 to 9 pm and animal feeding.
The British cruiser Dauntless, which ran on a reef while entering Halifax harbor, was refloated today after sinking earlier. The vessel was recovered in the harbor at Halifax Nova Scotia on July 12.
For six days only, Gifts in millinery and hosiery at special sale. A vivid bargain event at AM Harris store in Victoria.
A garbled report lists residents and guests at regional gatherings and hotels. It mentions Mavis Weight, Mr. and Mrs. Collins, Miss Murray, Heather Siurray, and Mina Schulers among attendees, plus various visitors to Macne Resort Hotel and Toowoomba bound travelers. An Estrange prepares for a six month stay in England while British and Australian hospitality figures are noted across Cairns Atherton and Brisbane corridors.
In Australia a young contestant named Bayly Crossland won a special certificate in the Bonny Baby contest sponsored by YMA and Johnson from Whosons Kab Powder. Mr and Mrs Jack Crossland, locals, celebrate the event as proof of tropical suitability for the healthy white race. The Bankers Ball at Aquatic Hall tonight aims to raise funds for local charities with music supper and entertainment promising a lively community evening.
A Cairns recital at Strand Hotel features Rosa Horwitz with Mrs Carl Knudsun and Vera Keight-Corkran. Local critics praise Horwitz as a skilled pianist with warmth and technique, noting her Chopin and Liszt paraphrase drew praise and an ovation from the audience.
A cash sale lists deeply discounted boys wear and men’s ladies items. Highlights include navy serge suits at 39/0, knit knacks, tweed knickers, pocket shirts, and white sand shoes for children and ladies. Yard-wide markdowns cover hats, stockings, silk hose, and leather sole repairs with many items labeled today.
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