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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 18, 1940
Page
4
An entertainment notice schedules a Monday program at Hibernia Hall led by Kay and Reena Company. Prominent performers are advertised for an evening of thrilling adventures and musical acts, with a short, lively lineup highlighted in the column.
The Cairns Show features cattle judging overseen by D H Hottin and Cleinott with A G Stewart as judge. Poultry and other divisions, including a horse section, will run under new committee arrangements as bands from Cairns City and Cairns Railway gain acclaim in street marches. Membership drives aim to fill roles by a set date.
In Herberton July 10, Miss Day eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs A Day wed Don Mackensie son of Mr and Mrs Mackensie of Gloucester New South Wales at the Methodist Church. Rev C Lanham officiated and Miss Wildman presided at the organ. The bride wore white lace over satin with tulle veil and carried a bouquet of camellias. Bridesmaids in pink organdie and veils held sweet peas, with two younger sisters as miniature attendants. The groom was Mr C Foley of Cairns. A reception followed at the bride’s home. the couple plan a honeymoon to the Northern rivers.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses a Gaiety Theatre program with mentions of The Kart at Calage and Unexpertn father, Silky Kilmount in Chicago, and Edward Arnold in a supporting role. It references seats, Lord, convicted farms, and a boghat area with vague references to a film or play lineup.
The Minister for Public Works and Public Instruction, Mr. H A Bruce, traveled from Brisbane to the Tableland to inspect the Palmerston Highway project. He aims to tour the electorate, noting the visit may be brief due to his ministerial duties and ongoing expansion work.
Proceedings note the death of Mr Lidstone and tribute from deputy chairman Mr Crowley and secretary Mr Clark. The meeting references 1940 financial year gains in patient numbers, upcoming 36th annual meeting, and notes on art unions and prize cheques amid local community affairs.
The Cairns Ladies Auxiliary of the club held a gathering with Mrs. Loury accepting a pair of Douiton cake gifts. A buffet followed and gifts were exchanged among members including Latie Lean and J. Rae Browne, with several attendees listed by name.
The meeting opened with president Mrs W Sexton welcoming members. A welcome was extended to newcomers as officers listed include Mrs Ellwood, Mr McPhent, Mr Bures, and others. Meetings are noted to be held every second Wednesday afternoon.
A jumble of notices records local residents' travels and military leaves. Mr AE Loney undergoes post office duties and three months leave before a new appointment. Wally Smith returns from Sydney to Cairns. A Hunter departs Mareeba with RAAF for Melbourne. G Finners plans IAAP duties. G Walker prepares for Suisun. Waters heads toward Sydney to join the AMP. Mrs Stiren and Mareshe mentioned among teaching and social circles.
A Cairns Post group presented Mr W Wilson, a director, with a handsome mantel clock in appreciation of his service and leadership. The gesture followed a wartime service call and reflected management gratitude amid a moment of marital life celebration.
The CDA weekly gathering featured a knitting class by the Cairaa branch, with Mrs. Boland supervising beginners. Attendees included Mrs. Ming, Mrs. Purest, and many listed ladies. prizes went to Mrs. Rom, Mr. Thommen, and Mrs. Andersin. afternoon tea provided.
The Volunteer Defence Corps has been organized by the RSSILA and approved by the Department. Eligible ex-servicemen are urged to join sub-branches of the north region to serve abroad. Members will wear an army badge on training parades and perform duties as required.
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