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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 15, 1953
Page
4
In Malanda the Sunday mass at the church featured the coronation theme with a social afterglow. A Progress Association meeting discussed local road repairs and ridge issues, while social events included a fashion salon display with a Coronation motif and charity planning.
Lorie and spouses visited Cairns after a central party event. Glamantewa themed outfits featured tiaras and handmade powers. A white silk frock with red silk braid drew attention while performances included three Mary afar man songs and a ballet piece by Joan Hamble.
A fashion feature covers The Fells of St Marys bridal show with Jean Marstall Dawn Boutle Gina Wientmer and Joan Gamble. Models wear ankle length embroidered organt re-embroidered tulle gowns with pink lace and front fichu effects. Bridesmaids in Swiss embroidery and raffia hats display varied ensembles. The event blends period style with contemporary fabrics as designers and models circulate among show windows and stage scenes.
Local notices report Mr J Willince visiting mines with Mr Little of Mt Malloy and Mrs Norma Harte as part of a Tumoulin event. The piece notes Seturdey’s popular dance activities and arrivals related to the festival.
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