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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 20, 1928
Page
2
Geirns Bast' Home ChreLe initiates a local vote on a contentious issue. The effort centers on the community of Weleciwsgeiut with officials seeking input and a path forward amid debate over the project.
A garbled OCR excerpt mentions a themed event or competition with references to Tibet and a theatrical or musical context. The legible words suggest performers or themes, with unclear dates and attendees. The fragment provides no concrete names, places, or outcomes to confirm.
A garbled birthday note salutes a person named Mary with phrases likely wishing happiness and longevity. The readable fragments mention Viet and Caodit in unclear context, suggesting a personal congratulatory card or local greeting rather than a formal obituary or public notice.
A fragmented fashion column describes attire details, fabrics, and styling cues across garments. Notes mention dresses, jerseys, velvets, and embellishments, with references to hats, pockets, and matching accessories, reflecting period-specific textile trends and wardrobe considerations.
A long OCR fragment weaves a kitchen narrative with pastry recipes, puddings, and sauces, detailing methods for dough, fillings, and decorative finish. It blends cooking instructions with notes on meat dishes, pickles, and a school concert program, including performers and surrounding social events. The text also mentions yeast, tempering, and pastry techniques, alongside a detailed concert program and community supper.
A dated distorted passage extols dates as a balanced food rich in minerals and vitamins. It mentions calcium, sugar content, and digestibility, then lists possible fillings such as cheese, nuts, and candied fruits, describing serving ideas and quality notes.
An archival verse salutes Australian aviators and space pioneers. It praises courage and dream fulfillment, noting Bundaberg pride and recognition by knighthood for notable Smiths and Cobham in Bruce's region. The poem honors heroic endurance and 19th century romantic tribute.
Mareera March 17 St Patrick's concert in the School of Art drew an enormous crowd. The hall was filled and standing room scarce. A splendid programme delighted the audience and received hearty appreciation.
Scottish delegates from Mareeba and Woothikota Shire showcased local industries and crafts at a major visit. The event featured church leaders, a plan for a September bazaar, and arrangements for the annual fair with Mrs O Neill praised for long service and the Ladies Guild preparing sewing for the sale.
Mrs Gi Ko Neill and church workers launch a sewing guild, organize weekly meetings at Mrs Edwards residence, and plan a fund to support workers and donors. New treasurer appointed temporarily as Mrs Davidson is away, with future permanent appointment considered. The effort garners support from local clubs, merchants, and the Mareeba community.
A late 19th or early 20th century style testimonial touts a skin cream named Charmosan or Charmer San as a cure for aging. It claims five active ingredients for clear whitened youthful skin, asserts uniqueness, and notes strong sales in Sydney and Melbourne. The price is 2/6 per double five jar.
A Herberton council meeting on March 14Ad the town to proceed with the cancer campaign appeal. Attendees including Rev CC Hite, Father Downey, Messrs Johnston Sims and Robertson plotted fundraising actions and set a Monday 8 pm follow up meeting to mobilize patrons and business leaders for subscriptions and event planning. The drive seeks substantial local support and vows to expedite the appeal with coordinated committees.
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