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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 12, 1930
Page
2
A fragment recounts a tale about a parrot named Rosemary kept by the Cairns Rost Home Circle. The narrator describes the parrot eating and drinking, growing tame, and dying after an illness, with reflections on care and loss.
A curious text outlines rooms and furniture ideas for an ideal bedroom. It discusses window placements, light control, mirrors, storage furniture, and color schemes to create a restful, well‑lit sleeping space.
May 1930 letters recount a Sunday school concert, games, and family notes. Dahlia writes of a kitten, late bed, and a friendly tone. Rosemary describes TV sightings, three little kids, a ginger cat, and a warm reply mentions music and learning.
An overblown advertorial promotes a Paris style face powder claiming a younger, prettier look. It touts multiple shades and affordability, urging women to buy as a modern cosmetic solution amid fanciful language.
A garbled birthday card snippet shows messages from The Mivens and The Bairns Circle and others. Phrases wish many happy returns and sign with affectionate closings including “Yours lovingly” and “Sweet warden treasure.”
A reflection on cricket effort and character from start to finish. The piece praises muscle mind and will, the thrill of a close contest, and the the when the wicket stands, regardless of the final score. It emphasizes fair play, timely catches and boundaries, and the integrity of giving one's best on a tough day.
Mareeba hosts details of an annual week with guests of Mrs. Fanger Mrs. Barrest and Mrs. Anderson. Mrs. Todd and party travel to Bratane, with several locals departing for Cairns and others returning from Chillagoe. Several residents resume duties after holidays and a note on Trem celebrates prime fats and train arrivals.
A testimonial from Mrs W Gaymer of Aldershot extols California Syrup of Figs as a gentle effective remedy for constipation in children and adults. She claims it smooths daily bowels without weakness and promotes a healthy appetite, urging mothers to keep a bottle at home.
The fragmentary Stratford District items mention local events, races, and delays with scattered names and places. It notes activities and schedules around community happenings, but readable specifics are sparse due to garbled OCR.
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