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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1942
Page
3
A fragment from the entertainment section hints at an aquatic dance program at Tropical Theatre. Runyon and Anne are named performers with a focus on synchronized or aquatic themed dance acts.
Lady Gyathia extols creams from Panty ten and Ponds to improve complexion and remove dust and powder. She touts two stones for complexion, a clear and softer look, and a smooth finish from Varn and Ceram powders, claiming dramatic facial brightening and shine.
A chaotic OCR fragment recalls a dance event featuring Miss Dove Pie and others at the Trocadero Palais. Names like Cummings, Pie, Stock, Ganley appear amid scattered references to waltz, tunes, and crowds, with unclear dates and places.
The fragment references liberty, war effort, and savings drives during World War Two. It mentions Australians and a wartime savings program linked to the War Savings Certificate, indicating a broad public push to support wartime finance and patriotism. The text includes scattered phrases about continuous support and national unity.
June report from Teely notes brigade board actions and financial balances. Mentions department credit balance and phase progression. References names Akers, Ronan, and Tangent stake, with discussion of busters and coal and evening meetings.
Fragmentary verse reflects contemplation on light and shadow across the earth. It references mirth and woe, with a biblical allusion to Proverbs. The text appears as a faded page note or quotation, lacking full context or attribution.
The Caliné Post and members extend greetings for birthdays today including Mon Daisy African Dairy Pasion Fruit Blossom Sorin Primrose Black Tulip Mignon Tee Queen. The cheerful note wishes joy and health to the celebrants.
A fragmented recipe description outlines making a boiled fruit cake with mixed dried fruits, candied peel, and spices. Instructions suggest mixing, filling a tin, and baking. The text is garbled but conveys a traditional bake and a two day rest before slicing.
Read fragments touch on religious plates in India, Buddhism, Hindu monasteries, a mausoleum, and early US mint coins. Also references to New Amsterdam, Massachusetts, and assorted industrial terms. The text drifts through cultural, historical, and economic topics with unclear connections.
Mossman QCWA branch members and visitors gathered for the annual meeting at the Douglas Shine Council rest room. Dr Rex praised the year’s work, reports detailed branch and Younger Set activities, officers were elected, and after business a supper and musical program followed with performances by local members.
A Cairns wedding reported in the weekly gossip notes describes Florence Aelia Crawford’s marriage to Walter Harold, with elaborate attire, bridesmaids, and a large guest list. The ceremony at Cairns Central area featured family, church officials, and military attendees, followed by a reception at Aeroglen. The couple will reside in Cairns as the bride’s family hosted celebrations and tributes from service members.
A long clipped account recalls wartime charity and American Red Cross volunteers. It notes expressed gratitude for help given, fundraising efforts, and social events to support servicewomen, with details on meetings, attendees, and expected grants for equipment and recreation.
The Malanda community held its annual meeting with President Mire SH. Clersinsins presenting a report on creditable years of work. About £40 was raised last year for Red Cross War Fund and other charitable efforts as wardens and volunteers update on local services and cemetery repairs.
Molloy and district notes describe social visits, family updates, and local happenings. Several names appear including Mesdames Crowley and SroWohe, Mr W Tye, Mes A Berghottey, and Mrs Chapman among others, with references to holidays, travel, and upcoming local activities.
A fragmentary account references a party and dance at Silkwood with mentions of a choir, a Baptist church event, and local names. The text notes a harvest season and labor concerns affecting farmers, with partial quotes about community gatherings and officials.
The ad claims Dr Sheldon Kidney Pills remove excess uric acid by correcting kidney function. It asserts long proven success for over 35 years and safety for all ages, promising relief from pains stiffness and swelling when kidneys are treated.
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