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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Mar 28, 1928
Page
3
The page lists multiple Great Easter Fair entries in April and January with silk fabrics including pure silk JAP, TECHENE, GHORGETTE, FUGI, and MOROCAIN. Prices range around 1 to 11, with notes on wash fastness and durability.
An old advertisement notes items for sale at the Great Easter Fair including ladies gloves, nail brushes, dental cream, soap, and footwear. Prices range from 1 shilling to 19 shillings with items like silk leg wear and black patent one bar shoes highlighted as featured bargains.
The Australian sugar industry helps the economy as exports rise and imports fall in a volatile period. Reports note increased sugar shipments to overseas markets, aided by a large crop and favorable weather, while domestic consumption stimulates substantial circulation of funds within the Commonwealth.
The Cairns Club held an elite rifle contest with 300 and 700 yard ranges. Castles and his brother J Castles led the field with high scores, Captain Fratresworth posting top daily score, while works such as the Working Bee prepare for Easter Carnival preparations.
The article discusses the Olympic ideal of athletic and artistic unity fostering international harmony. It chronicles the modern Games starting in Athens and the sequence of host cities, noting Australia’s growing participation and distant geographic position as a barrier to contending for hosting duties.
The text highlights Teeta Trisa and colleagues as standout athletes and notes ongoing training for a major event. Mentions of teams, venues, and organizers imply a forthcoming meet with emphasis on preparation, selection, and participation by local competitors.
Citizens plan a nationwide drive across Australia and Queensland to raise money for a project. The campaign seeks financial support to cover expenses and ensure completion. Secretary Mr. J Kisblel reports on the Brisbane street initiative and expected appeal outcomes.
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