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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Mar 18, 1943

Page

3

World War II era film ad at Hines Plaza Theatre

A garbled notice promotes the film Beatest They Wants Teraght in the Grate, opening today at Hines Plaza Theatre. It stars Don Ameche Betty Grable and Irene Mirones with Carmen Miranda making a screen debut in a Technicolor production produced by 30th Century Fox titled Down Argentine Way.

Molipwood Montesaremaun Ian Austra Tam Internation Sensalan Hines Plaza Theatre 30Th Century Pox Don Ameche Betty Grable Iren Mirines Minece Grable New York Carmen’ Miranda Nolan Ben ‘Hughes Paramount News Alex I

British Decorations for Dutch Naval Officers

The First Lord of the Admiralty Sir Dudley Pound pins the DSC on two Dutch lieutenants who commanded motor torpedo boats and sank a German tanker in the Channel. A Dutch submariner receives the DSC for handling a submarine task. Dutch captains of the Navy Save are honored, and a Netherlands naval reserve member is named to the Order of the British Empire for salvaging a tanker. The DSM goes to Dutch engineers aboard motor torpedo boats.

Dudley Pound DSC Roya Netherlands Navy Sova Netherlands Neutenam Netherlands Anpeyd Sinns Liecterant N Herlandte Laval DSM

Once the Whole of Literature Poem as Earliest Expression

Excerpt discusses poetry as the first literary form across cultures from stone tablets to cave walls. It argues poetry once dominated literature but modern works are mainly prose and questions Macaulay's claim that civilization advances by poetry. It cites Seneca, Greek verses, Norse narratives, and preprint records.

Macauley Howerd J. Hall Ichn J. Moore

Unclear hostel tribute interview at Queensland YMCA

An obscured report notes a guest interview in a hotel setting praising the Australia Comforts Pund and the YMCA. It mentions satisfaction with the Si Aeemworh freer and honors NCOs of the Romes staff for aiding the hostel, described as one of the most ACK YMCA experiences in Queensland.

Pep Renee Sedrweter Welt Feri Howtal Wat Australia YMCA Mi Iso Romes Uunseliah Uni Queensland

St Patrick Concert Pleases Packed Doors and Stage

The annual St Patrick’s concert closed successfully with strong renditions and slight changes. Edmonton Sous Bird appeared twice, Danny Boy and Oh Sweet Mystery of Life were sung, and Sergeant Len Belleger substituted for an unavailable Lt. Rone. Father Hunt thanked the children and audience for their support.

Dean Toate Edmonton Somme Tralee Danny Boy Len Belleger Arms Linuteriant Rone Mr. A. de Jerlais Father Hunt Su Tomy

Hostility of Work Reflects on Moral Deeds

The excerpt urges persistence in good deeds, noting that inner intent endures and influences hearts. It contrasts external praise or failure with the lasting spiritual value of actions, citing a biblical proverb to emphasize wisdom in restraint and continued effort.

Charles

Butchery Creek CW.Afrat Meeting Mirth and Mourning

The North Johnstone Sunday assembly named Walker as chair in his absence. Members offered condolences to the bereaved, and a minute's silence was observed. A payment motion passed. Letters from the Fighting Forces thanked contributors for parcels and canteen orders for Christmas. A charity letter served by several named dames and gentlemen.

North Johnstone Merciames ‘Walker Hormey Uae van Feed Wae Meuetrd

American Bee Cross Service Club reports active social events

Sunday night Mrs Gibbe and entertainers performed at the American Red Cross Service Club with Calms artists aiding. March 16 marked the official opening dance in the new recreation hall. Decorations featured American Red Cross symbols and banners. The band included servicemen from units in Osiras and nearby areas. The new hall is noted as a valuable addition for servicemen. Catholic United Services Auxiliary rooms hosted tea and coffee for many servicemen, with a busy record of service last month.

Unite Osiras Ting Tatty Wwe CUSA United Services Auxiliary Calrur B Monica Priocy

Card and Knitting Afternoon At St Monica’s

The usual card and knitting afternoon featured bridge and cherches games. Mrs A Maunder won the highest bridge score and Mrs L Jenkins the beauty booker. tea and readings provided by several ladies. A list of attendees includes many named Edmonton residents with plans for next Tuesday.

St. Monica's Medames Hoskins E Mons A. Maunder L. Jenkins Mee D.crothers Meadames J. F McGrath McA Armstrong Cali W. Turner CW. Evans E Floss Marhall E May G. Cui Fcott A Dickson H. Farr H. Quaite Davis P'S O Neill T. Ditlon J. Kennan R. Marshall A. Hawthorne Lr. O'Sullivan Ne Melmyre A Allen W. McKay. Brown

Innisfail March Visitors Bring Military Ties

Innisfail on March 16 hosts visiting service members on weekend leave. Staff Sergeant Alex Scott, recently joined the A.W.A.S., is visiting his wife who is also in uniform. Mrs Schetwe and her son and daughter-in-law from Laidley are among the visitors. Constable and a few others are noted as weekend guests.

Innisfail Lee Alex Scott Pemeere Hay Mre Schetwe Laidley Rave

Mountain Tower At Midnight Mystery Fragment

Fragmentary OCR notes describe a night scene at a mountain tower with unclear mood and unsettled, noisy surroundings. The text mentions a village, a sleeping town, and references to a timelike sound, sleep, and a figure named Allee L. Wisher. The passage is fragmented and lacks clear events.

Slp

Essential Autumn Pears and Winds Weave Through Scene

Fragmentary text describes autumn pears and winded air with color clues like yellow and red. Mentions someone walking through a place with eaves and wolves, plus a person named Daniele and a tone of expectation for yellow color abundance. Names and dates are unclear but offer a local scene vibe.

Bart Daniele

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