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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 17, 1947
Page
7
A fragmented review notes Fooptad Tammie and a 53 act show featuring Lili Palmer and Jenn Kou. It hints at a rakish charm and persuasive wit affecting others, with a curious lineup of short pieces and a selected program distinct from main attractions.
The Mareeba Rotary Ball featured star entertainer Joe Lawman from Stanley and a long list of notable acts including Rabie, Paula Pratt, Joy Rougan, May Brooke, and others. Debutantes led by Mise De Smith celebrated with a cake cut and dancing, while acts from Theatres and variety venues drew crowds to Tropical and Palace Theatres.
A fragment notes that a children's play, titled Gardannaie, was discussed with a plan to submit. The works approved the plan and Bonalions received included items, with references to Louie and Batt 1 in the record.
The fragmentary notice references a holiday event titled SafuEnay ArTuAMOON. Details are unreadable, but the snippet implies a celebration or observance during a holiday period. Densities of proper nouns are limited by the damaged text.
Fragmented notes describe a London setting between the last world war and present, referencing The Gib fenses, Pillow of Death, Now Voyager, and touring showings at the BeX Theatre. A summer event to celebrate fancy costumes and a village fair in Ravenshor features fashion details, food, and local residents with names such as Miss Joyce and Miss Blanche Johns among a crowd of attendees.
Ad is a quirky listing about an Indian dancing troupe with references to performers and a promotional event. The ad hints at a showcase with names and fragments, presenting a local arts scene notice. The text is muddled but centers on a dance troupe seeking attention for a forthcoming performance.
Rodney James Delaforce a pupil at Se Keir State School has been selected to attend the Shaw Camp for Project Club members in Brisbane from August 1 to August 5. The Brisbane Shore Society organized the camp with representatives from various schools. Delaforce will stay at the Exhibition Ground with boys and girls accommodated in a city hall. He is the elder son of Mr. and Mrs. Doug Wool and has led public speaking at Arbor Day and shown strong interest in the Project Club, music, and camp activities.
At the Aer Program Association monthly gathering last Friday, members discussed safety and training for learners and blazers. Notable attendees included Master Warren Lom and Sadler, with remarks on improving sessions and future events.
Fragmentary OCR notes list names such as Crawford, Pollard, McCormack, Perrottet, Grummitt, and Woolley among others. Mentions Melbourne, Brisbane travel, and gatherings with doctors Wardieny and Mere, plus a weekend trip by seaterday.
A financial statement was presented in the treasurer’s absence. Payments totaling £10 11 were approved. Mrs Grumint conducted the competition, with Mrs Glinster as judge. Mrs Peeve will host the next meeting.
Members of the Gordonvale branch convened on July 13 for a Brant monthly meeting. Rev Fr Ormonde briefed attendees on society activities, followed by a pleasant social with a small turnout of youths and men. A dessert was shared by the ladies of the parish, and Rev Fr Natalie offered a closing address.
A garbled but readable report describes an event by the Enge Mill guild with Anson Macaulay Veo n Armstrong McKamsle Kairie Brookes Masse Coates and Lacey. Mrs Macau lay hosted the ceremony providing a delightful tea. The guild business section was small, and a Methodist step meeting was planned for September.
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