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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 17, 1928
Page
6
An assortment of men s clothing and footwear priced to attract buyers includes working boots patent dancing pumps oxfords and trousers in heavy twill all sizes shown with values ranging from 7/6 to 26/11 plus all wool garbardine trousers pyjama suits and sweaters Also a large arrival of travel goods offered at bargain prices featuring neat striped pyjama suits and travel accessories
A showroom promotes a range of maid and women's sport frocks in quality fabric with smart cuts. Prices run from 17/6 to 27/6. Chic floral voile frocks in various shades offered in SW W and O.5. New models in heavy crepe de chine and satin feature latest styles in SW W and 0.5. Hew millinery just opened with smart shapes for present wear in small and large sizes. Black and colored sunglares and a wide range of hat coverings to match frocks.
A dense catalog of haberdashery and knitwear with prices. Items include SMART HANDBAGS in multiple colors at 5/11, HOLLAND CUSHION COVERS at 4/11, 4-PLY FINGERING WOOL in various shades at 6d per skein, VERSHEEN WOOL for jumpers and scarves, Turkish knit face washcloths at 1/ each, white washing elastic at 3d, white lawn handkerchiefs, fancy colored and border handkerchiefs, children's ribbed art silk socks with various sizes and prices, children's cotton socks, cream ribbed cashmere socks, Kayser lisle slipper heel hose at 3/11.
A marketplace ad lists white and unbleached twill sheeting at 1/6 and 2/3, table damask with red blue or gold border, special pillowcases at 1/ea, strong white calico at 8/11, and fancy curtainings at 2/3 yard. Prices and designs highlighted for quick purchase.
A catalog- style notice listing soft and fine materials including all wool radianta and crepe de chine. Highlights Fuji Luxe textiles in dainty shades and stripes with special prices and yard measurements. A range includes Kanebo silk, bleached Fuji, and striped fabrics noted with sale terms.
The article previews a Beau Geste cinema event at the Palace Theatre with a special picture shown last September. It notes hundreds who missed it will have one final chance to view the production as winter entertainment resumes. Ronald Colman and Neil Hamilton star in the tale of brotherly sacrifice and love amid adventure.
A grand benefit entertainment at Tropical Theatre raises funds for the Country Women’s Association. The feature program includes the film Man Crazy starring Dorothy Mackaill and Mae Mulhall, with Clarice and the Post Road as an early form. A two part comedy Obl Wal Ops and a vocal program by Miss Mackaill, Mr Norris, Mr Dargon, Mr Martin and Mr Trucley headline. Musical direction by Professor Chandler. Box plans available at Owen Whittick and Strand Hotel.
A matinee today at 4 15 features Tim McCoy in Spoilers of the Were at the Tropical Theatre. The program is part of the College Sports series Whirling Wheels and is promoted by local gazette ads with standard pricing.
The Cairns Town Hall Theatre will host a benefit for the Cairns branch of the Country Women’s Association on Tuesday. An appealing programme includes musical items with soloists Miss Madge Egan Messrs Burley Dargan Martin and J Norris. Country women are urged to attend.
After rain the Gaiety resumed skating with a full orchestra and a good crowd. Tonight the Crungal team challenged the Gaiety team to a friendly hockey game promising excitement. Learners were invited and Mr Pord offered kindness.
On Saturday next the Railway Dand will hold another old-time dance at Edge Hill with the hand and tie orchestra providing music. Old-time chocolate dances will be conducted during the evening and refreshments will be provided as crowds are expected to be larger than the last function.
The Cairne Aquatic Club holds its eighth anniversary plain and fancy dress balls on July 26 and 27. The hall is being elaborately decorated each night and a superb supper will be served under the Ladies' Committee. Mrs. Wilesmith's Jubilee Orchestra will provide music.
The Frivolities bring a two night season to Hibernian Hall Rockhampton and Townsville. Bert Le Blane the Jewish comedian leads a trio including Pert Lee Blane with Levante also featured. Levante performs magic kettle conjuring while Mohamet Kassims dazzles as a fleet class entertainer in one of the citys best vaudeville shows.
A lively program featured The O’Brien Girl with Bright and Captivating staging. Performers Humphrey Drexel Sidney Monti Billie Wear Eloise Drexel and Miss Ivy Rae impressed the audience with song, dance, and comic interludes. The company plans The Rise of Bowie O'Reilly for tonight and another show tomorrow.
The Tollen Vale Café hosted a Wednesday afternoon bridge party organized by Mel Marding-Smith. Hand-painted place cards and a refined tea service greeted guests after play, with Mia Taylor Wind winning a small prize. Attendees included Mrs Woodward, Mrs Montgomerie, Mrs Speed, Mrs Purcell, and many others.
Town and Country reports a long list of visitors at the Post Office Hae tig and at a motel in Cairns. It notes arrivals and duties of dignitaries and officials including educators, magistrates, and political figures visiting for lectures, examinations, and public business during mid July.
A society page describes gowns worn by attendees at a bankers ball, detailing fabrics and decorations. Mre W J Bond wears a ceat ng wax net frock with crepe de Chine and silver beads, while Mrs Aucher sports black and gold lace and a large feather. Other listed figures include Mrs Beard, Mrs Jones, Mire An tony, Mrs KT Mc Mains, and many more in mariette, georgette, lace, and velvet gowns with crystal and pearl accessories.
Simple craft to transform old felt hats into children slippers. Cut open old slippers for a pattern, bind with tape or leave plain, and fuse Indian moccasin style with minimal paint or beadwork. Use warm inner soles cut from hats to keep little feet cosy and warm.
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