Entertainments wrap reports mixed reviews and names
A fragmented entertainment page mentions performers and shows with garbled captions. Names such as Gleason and Tayler appear amid unclear descriptions of theatre, dance, and variety acts.
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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jul 26, 1940
Page
4
Striped Bath Towels Produced in Australia and Britain
The listing notes absorbent, durable towels with striped patterns and white variants. Specifications mention sizes around 8 by 38 inches and 1/9 to 2/11 pricing, with branding such as Special and Wokemd Special. The text references quality, wear resistance, and foreign manufacture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ausarslin
NEW SALVATION ARMY LEADER FOR QUEENSLAND
A new Salvation Army leader for Queensland is announced with details on the appointment, expected meetings, and key figures including commissioners and local officials. The report notes ceremonial duties, regional commands, and upcoming events shaping the leadership transition.
Fragmented reminiscences of war and a violinist mentor
Disjointed reminiscence recalls a secretary of war figure, James, and a plan for equipment, with references to 4506909 men and a debut of a musician named Peter. The stream includes scattered anecdotes about schooling, football, and social expectations, ending with unsure recollections of a pupil’s guitar practice.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grosval
William Shedd
Peter Wes
Christman
Iran
Frasca
Atery
Peter
Breeder of Chin Chillas Puts Strain on New York Farm
A fragmentary report details a breeder on a New York State farm, William Bursa, who sells chinchillas at high prices. The piece mentions thousands of dollars for coats and pens, staff, and machinery, with references to international interest and the viability of chinchilla farming amid harsh conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William Bursa
Buren
Ura
New York State
Fred
Burma
Sit Mail
Mr. Chapmas
Inca
Tacos
Sage
Rive
Ehinnon Itehilla
iacEia Veiake
Suaret Suis
Cee
Eric
Bengt
Yatleves
Chicago Moves Ow Backeta Dy Racetracks
Fragmented OCR text outlines prohibition era rackets and police action in Chicago. Mentions gambling, bookies, corruption, and a figure named Kadala W. Dynak, with references to punishments and efforts to curb illicit activity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Misek
Crimea
Tres Mist
Dale Peanres
Terceta
Appreciation of Art Sparks Diverse Views at Exhibition
The article records two main opinions on an art exhibition. Mir Lindsey and his brother Mir Lindsay discuss fostering public interest and future potential. Max Meldrum weighs in on artistic traditions and the role of the nation’s gallery. The piece notes the art school director at the National Gallery, and observers reflect on community engagement and the broader art world.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mir Lindsey
Mir ‘Lindsy
Max Meldrum
Lindsay
Bary Linden
FE Seater Teopsesib
Nationaal Gallery
Charles Wrestert Mac
Norman Lindy
Leimert Atherton Train for RAAT Rally
Fragmentary notes indicate Leimert Atherton preparing for a RAAT event with training details. Names such as Me ai Vincent Merron and Wedeandsy Lares appear, but context is unclear. The text hints at familial connections and a training period around Tartnnan 9th, with an emphasis on preparation and potential competition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Radhampton
Eterilom
Leimert
Atherton
Vincent
Merron
Nature's 16 Babarake Ciab Workings? Unclear phrase
Scant readable text mentions nature and numbers but provides no identifiable people places or events. Unable to determine concrete entities or a coherent news item from the fragment.
Fragmentary note on visitors and Ezrin event hints
The text appears as a garbled OCR fragment mentioning visitors and an Ezrin related event. It seems to refer to a meeting or visit, with unclear details or dates. No clear individuals, organizations, places, or outcomes are readable to form a full summary.
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Tinus
Sonmseser
Tayler
Grevetoot
Raion Dunne
Joecenattnas
Heather
Enn
Morris
Poswinges Cove
Mamshly Noxall Motors
Howards Lim
Tim
Nery Flarmel Neca
Astally
H. W Mazlin
PTY. Ltd
CaInDs Pome
Rurumerville
Jase Darwell
United Service Mail
Mae
Liat-Commanoees
Kram
Marenees
Aki
NEW Salvation Army
Queensland
Chom Society
Ezrin
Ulam
Q.P.S
Mus
Sunoco
Sole
Queensland Agsats
Greig Serehere
Uae
Gente
Baty One
Samdala
Dy Fate Paton
DR. Barrys
Weyie
Albert
Kally
R.H. Kelly
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