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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 15, 1947
Page
7
Fragmented Entertainment notes recount a mosaic of names, events, and phrases with unclear connections. Reading as a garbled OCR page, it hints at performances, locations, and people but lacks coherent narrative or dates.
The readable fragments reference multiple names and terms, including individuals, places, and organizations, but lack coherent narrative. Overall content hints at sports or local notices with scattered proper nouns and potential events, but concrete actions or outcomes are unclear in the legible portions.
Readable text shows a garbled church notice from Sordonvale Church of England with scattered phrases about Lent, a local event, and possible names or places. The legible bits reference Ebene 98 and a temperamental note, but the overall meaning is unclear.
Fragmented text mentions various local items including church, meetings, and community names. The legible parts reference Towne activities, people, and places with scattered phrases about events, dates, and local concerns. The passage reads like a jumbled OCR dump of a newspaper page with many garbled names and incomplete sentences.
An OCR fragment lists names and terms with unclear meaning. It mentions a person or group and references to a place or event, but details are unreadable. The readable words include references to a Westlaw like term and possible legal or organizational context, lacking concrete facts.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions collaboration and a speaker, but content is garbled with no identifiable events, persons, dates, or organizations to summarize into a coherent news item.
Fragmentary text appears to reference churches and religious figures with mixed garbled words and names. The readable portions mention church related topics and possible events or dedications but lack coherent detail or clear entities to confirm.
A long text fragment presents a sermon by Rex C H Copp of England referencing Pontius Pilate and the crucifixion. It weaves themes of suffering, salvation, and faith, with mentions of Easter preparation and church rituals. The tone mirrors a period religious discourse with exhortations on repentance and belief.
A local youth event at Ansbank features a quiz elimination contest with participants including Mrs A Kemp and others. Winners from Monday’s round include Ramont and Mafraiter, with prizes and a drawing planned at the Cory Hath ceremony. The Youth Petat Committee invites all to attend the meet and route drawing.
Air Force Association Cairne Branch held its monthly meeting in the RESALLA lab rooms on Thursday March 13. Mr Love presided and noted attendance. a letter from the War Memorial committee requested a delegate for the next meeting. Mr Sheehan was elected to report back. The group discussed ticket demand, extending closing dates, and musical contributions for the reunion. An invitation from Cairns City Council was issued for executives and members to attend a public meeting at Council Chambers on March 18.
The forth Queensland Naturalists Club met at Arte School Cairns on March 1. President E Stephers was nominated as Cairns Memorial Committee representative. An essay contest for schoolchildren on Bush Fires was proposed. The resignation of J Devunny Tom from all offices was accepted. Speaker RH Rudgeshire described Triniburera Creek upper reaches and watershed, noting the area’s 200 to 300 inches annual rainfall and lush vegetation.
Edmonton notes report a March 6 meeting at Mrs Morphy residence with 11 members present. A new member Mrs Suhle was welcomed and Mrs Morphy, a Far Northern Divisional delegate, delivered an unpremised report. Plans include a garden party at Mrs Maskellay Hamiltons home in August to raise funds for a proposed rest room. The next meeting is scheduled for April 2.
March notes describe the CWA monthly meeting presided by Mrs. Taylor with a large turnout. Awards and thanks are given, LehiEE Coote becomes Studi photographer, plans for a fruit cake fundraiser for branch funds are outlined, and financials show EBITA rise with 184 payment.
Joseph Gear son of Mrs Gear married Elizabeth Murray fourth daughter of Mr and Mrs BR Murray at Kuranda. Rev J L C Rowley officiated as guests watched the graceful bride in ivory satin with veil of tulle and orange blossom. Bridesmaids Ami and May wore mauve and pink gowns with matching veils. The reception followed at Comino Cate and the couple left for Fairyland, Kuranda.
A March 15 1967 National Radio guide lists daytime and evening programs across Brisbane Sydney and Melbourne. Features include Celia Technique by Harold Back afternoon sport race meetings weather notes and multiple music and theatre segments with orchestras soloists and BBC features. Major items include Aida Verdi activities Starlight with Pat Kirkwood and Sydney bands and a Royal Family segment with the Gipsy of Fashion and other cultural pieces.
A garbled OCR item shows scattered team names and numbers. Readable elements include a score near seventy two to a smaller total and references to a match between marginally titled teams. The fragment hints at a local league contest and player involvement without clear outcomes.
Readable text lists arrivals and departures by air and rail. Names include T. Aspinall A. Lewis Malahore-Morris and Maur AT Thomean Prince Binith Kerns Lawson JB Witte W. Wood J Pingle A De Nr Mim A Coterll. Passengers for Brisbane and Tron Range by ANA and AA planes. Delegates WOH Mullavey J M Prince imlllers EW Berzin aki AM Bining grower delegates leave today for the ASPA conference in Brisbane next week. Mossman correspondent notes arrivals from the south last night including Misses P McCasley and Mrs Morrison McOxchey Downer Mesars Prout Power Pennell Taylor Set EB Brant and LAC Bourke Bennet.
Atherton diary entries list visitors and residents with many names and places A large mixed tally includes Mar 13 notes of Mr N May and Dudley awaiting Cairne Dr F Abern leaves for Melbourne A social table at Barron Valley Hotel and a Naseer team defeat are recorded along with Mr and Mrs Barrett and others visiting Cairns and Townsville through the week ending.
A large gathering of about 40 women gathered in a morning reception to bid Mrs Titina King farewell. The event was hosted by Mrs Kelly, with contributions of verses and presents. Attendees offered best wishes and noted her long association with the community.
A farewell gathering was held at Dunlop's Hotel Mareeba to honor Mrs Mckeay and Lyon as they depart. Attendees included Mesdames Aforeene and Kailyhearte, Matron Wes Buter, and others. Guests offered best wishes, and light competitions were organized by Mesdames Sime ermuoe Thy and Connor.
A lively Cairns Navin Siale Sehnal hosted a dance and euchre night on Saturday. Winners included Moke Calle H Flam and Master Tanyas fiance Mr Jenkinson with Miss M Biren noted as lucky door number MPL.
Amalie acknowledges support for the Cairns Choral Society appeal. The message notes Avon and local contributions, highlighting community backing and the society's ongoing fundraising effort. The text references valued supporters and a call to recognize contributions to the ensemble.
Farmers urged to take action to prevent a crisis mentioned as Mungee with warnings about political influences, drought and economic pressures. The call emphasizes timely participation and collective effort to avert harm to agricultural livelihoods.
A fragmented OCR excerpt mentions Erin, Ermal, and Iris in a local archive record. The readable items point to names and a probable memorial or note, with no clear date or location. Further context is missing to confirm event type or relationship among individuals.
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