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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1947
Page
7
A fragmentary notice describes a late show at the Palace Theatre featuring Selapment Wapres and Jum Colter, portraying a cockney character amid family troubles. The piece hints at a blend of humor and resilience, with a backdrop of military service themes.
A film adaptation of the A J Cronin bestseller The Keys of the Kingdom premieres at the Plaza Theatre. The article highlights cast members Conrad Janta Manette and Janis Wilson in key roles with Robert Benchley and Vera Vague among prominent turns, noting a starry Hollywood lineup and lively stagey descriptions.
A dated advertisement urges men to care for wives health and well being, claiming husbands should recognize signs of fatigue and nervousness. It promotes Dr Williams Pink Pills and iron fortified tonics as relievers for headaches nerves and weariness, sold at chemists and shops.
A report details the creation of a nucleus band at five state schools funded by a two year expenditure on instruments and uniforms. It notes 50 orders received, bandmaster contributions, and aims to provide instrumental instruction across schools. Officers include the Mayor as Patron, W. D Wham as President, and T. Abel as Librarian with a specialist music teacher permanent in the region.
The column records local social notes from Millaa and nearby areas for June. It mentions the American Consul Mr Peck visiting north, marriages entertained by Mrs Windeld, Mr and Mrs A Chatham, and Mrs Me Mian Brown of Sydney spending holidays in Mex C Walker. A bridge evening at the Ambulance fundraiser produced a prize for Mr Arneen and a ladies prize for Arvesen. The Ambulance committee held its monthly meeting and discussed a street sale on Fridays, replacing the usual tea.
Mt Mulligan ranch notes report Jute Ame Bot presiding at QCEU meeting last week. Delegates named for mammal conference at Bouval. Claire Carroll spending mid winter with relatives. Memorial Hall opening marked by catered event and local orchestra. Buffalo stock in fair condition with new arrivals from Cara. No tenant houses or prenny houses observed.
The report lists attendees and outfits at a social function hosted by the Bank of 1AW where Mr. and Mrs G. Marley entertained. Guests wore varied gowns and frocks, including turquoise, black crepe, and floral tafeta, with elaborate accessories and beaded details.
The town and country day congratulates Mr G Clark on his forthcoming event to take place this week at the land. The chairman Mr RT McMama on behalf of the board wishes luck and prosperity for Mr Clark and his intended drive. Passengers to Cairns by ANA service were present.
The St Andrews Presbyterian Women's Guild met in the school hall on Wednesday June 4 at 3 pm with the president absent. Aira V Catchpoole served as vice-president and several members sent apologies. Invitations were discussed for a Governor and Lay Laverack morning tea. Plans for a district rally at Babinda on June 18 and a concert this month were announced. Afternoon tea was hosted by Mrs Roy and Mrs Gill, with July hosts listed. Attendees included V Catchpoole, A Price, A Ingram, PF Moore, G Gill, ME Grimn Brown, Bright, J Stewart, F Cane, and Miss Ross.
The Aquatic Club social committee organized an old-time dance at the Aquatic Dance Palaie with Eric Pee band. Winners included Mim Hilton and Mr Pearse in the monte carlo and Miss Jean Armstrong with Mr Adams in the lucky spot. Novelty prizes went to Miss Jackson and Mr H Cluton. Peck's band returned Saturday with more prizes awarded to Mrs VY Jensen and a montecarlo to Miss J Harron and Mr P Smith.
Moscow reports Sister Kenny expresses satisfaction with her tour of Beomata and expects it to spur a world conference on infantile paralysis in Jerusalem next year. She hopes the Syrian tour will advance goals and strengthen international cooperation.
Radio schedule notes list programs and times for Wednesday June 11 1847. Includes names World We Live By Wallace Kadderly Parm Radio Director and A H Costin Mercy Griffin commentary and various segments such as The ABC Hit Parade Nations Forum of the Air and Great Peppermint Curs.
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