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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1928
Page
8
UST brings a large shipment of Adses slippers featuring a wide range of styles and colors including felt and calf skin options. The items arrive with a variety of fits and finishes for customers seeking diverse footwear choices.
A local retailer advertises a wide range of men's footwear and clothing at bargain prices. Items include canecutter boots at 13/11, working boots, patent dancing pumps, patent oxford shoes, khaki trousers, all wool gabardine trousers, pajama trousers, British Fog pajama suits, and Reliance pajamas. Also promotes a large arrival of suit cases and travel goods.
Showroom features maid and women's sport frocks in coed quality. Prices from 276 to 276 for floral voile frocks. New models in heavy crepe de chine and satin with latest modes. New millinery opened with smart shapes for near term wear. Black and colored sunshades also available with a wide range of bundles and coverings to match frocks.
Local advertisement lists prices for varied items including hand bags, cushion covers, wool, silver sheen yarns and Turkish wash goods. Items feature multiple color options with small price tags such as 5/11 for leather goods and 4/11 for embroidered cushion covers. Also advertised are socks and hose with assorted sizes and colors and noted brands like Kaysar Lisle Slipper Heel Hose priced at 3/11.
A local ad lists bargains on white twill sheeting unbleached twill sheeting and white calico with strong weave and even weave. Prices include 1 shilling 6 pence per yard for some items and 2 shillings 3 pence for damask and curtain fabrics. It advertises table damask with border options and a line of pillow cases.
Readable listing of fabrics and prices highlights wool radianta and de luxe silks. Shows all wool and silk options with specials and yard pricing. Includes references to stripes and solid colors suitable for frocks and sports wear.
Secretaries and others are asked to ensure tickets reversed on the plan reach the Editor 48 hours before any entertainment. A report of the event may be furnished by any member of the Post staff.
Tropical Theatre opens a special program at Cropbeat venue featuring Ronuhl Colney in an evening of dramatic entertainments. The lineup includes Mutt Humatayur, Colom, Wili Dyke, and a royal castle themed interlude with stage illusions and musical supports by the Newcertes Musical program.
A Tropical Theatre benefit for Country Women featured Myere and Merelis acts with Daren, Martin, and Phierley in the cast. Miss van wre performed with apple green georgette, and a tainty shoulder pass described amid enthusiastic reception. Accompaniment by Mims Wy FE Stowell Miss Sheppard and Professor Chandler. Protester Uhagutter's orchestra offered selections showcasing their usual charm.
The Palace screens Beau Geste for the last time in Cairns. The film follows three English brothers in the Foreign Legion as they defend a fort in the Sahara amid mystery and danger. Starring Ronwall Colwan, Neil Hamilton, and Ralph Forbes. Seats available at the theatre all day.
Williamson Ltd presents a popular musical comedy at Hibernian Hall starting July 23. The cast features Miss Abelson as the Wife and Miss Percival as lead in Whirled in Happiness, with praise for Ellen and Gibser. Booking at Mittard's is moving apace.
A full house at Hibernian Hall last night welcomed the Lionel Walsh Comedy Company in The Rise of Rosie O'Reelly. The production drew praise for acting wit and originality, tracing Rosie’s ascent from slum life to success in a rapid arc.
An Oddfellows event at Sumlifes Matlon on Friday July 1 featured a euchre night and a dance officiated by Constable Stever with helpers J. Mord Orchard and Wealegerio and remarks by the M’s Minste. Prizes included a pair of slippers, a novelty prize for Mr J Cammie and partner, and a private supper supplied by the Untiellows wines amid a social gathering.
The Frivolities debut a two night season at the Olympia Cairns amid carnival crowds. Teams include Bert Le Blanc the Jewish comedian and The Flying Angelos with a rising cast led by Mahomet Kass and The Six Primroses. The program promises new acts nightly with Easy Money as the second show and tickets available at Mittard & Sinck's.
A town pageant notes Miss Johnna and several ladies including Kywn Muir Murphy and Hinontpecnm hosting a summer gathering at Leebweation Ducquart Weert with relatives from Vann Macy Deeron and Mrs Save. A ceremony honors Heryth Slwopperth of Adelaide visiting Mrs Slervyn Walton. special certificates awarded at a Dalineon's Pahy Prayaler event.
A local bake sale offers cake tickets and decor items, promoting quality and beauty. OBrien's is selling tickets for a dessert appeal, with proceeds supporting community causes.
A farewell dinner honors Miss Tuppy Byrnes with dancing music and toasts. Guests include Miss Jackson and Mr J Giffon as competitions entertain, as Maglin and Ma, with others, celebrate Miss Byrnes and wish her success in future travels.
The Charters Towers area reports 40 scholarship candidates with IB passes. Notable names include Meamnes Renae, Borlean, Bustock, Fireaerald, Dunn, Jo on, Lowd, Nickhelsen, and Chur among others.
A pleasant evening gathered at Mrs H H Nichols for a Chillagoe Country Women's Association event. Attendees enjoyed dancing singing and competitions with refreshments served and many volunteers ensuring all guests were catered for. Mrs Nichols generously hosted at her home and support came from numerous association members.
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