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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 10, 1944
Page
3
A long, damaged OCR brings scattered notes on Tropica Theatres and several acts, including references to Randy Har tote and other performers. The text hints at premieres, theatre lineups, and a near-future schedule with mentions of previews, theater names, and possible opening times, but many phrases are garbled or incomplete.
A Wallaby was captured after a chaotic chase described in reports from London. The animal leaped into a garden and tangled with objects before being tranquilized and removed. Police and bystanders observed the unusual incident near a residential area yesterday.
A fragmented report from Cairns details donations to the Red Cross, lists donors like Mrs. Pietroboni and A. B. Deeb, and notes fundraising efforts by the Women’s Auxiliary and St. George's Services Club. It covers events, ticket sales, and weekly activities including bridge at St John’s Club Rooms with totals to date and forthcoming charitable aims.
The Presbyterian Women's Guild held its May meeting in the School Hall on Thursday May 4 at 3 pm in the absence of the president. Mrs A McKenzie chaired with a long list of members. Plans discussed included a concert on Empire Day May 24 and an annual fete in September with stall holders. June hostesses named Mesdames Gat and Wright. A memory gathering was held on Friday May 5 for deceased members. Subscribers who have not paid subscriptions were urged to settle at Mrs Richardson's store.
In the holidays short week, sewing work continues at the bed cross room. The cooler months bring requests for more helpers, with machine and hand sewing to be done. Women and men contributed numerous garments and items, including dressing gowns, pajamas, toilet bags, and food covers, with special praise for Mrs W Orsini and others for dedication and productivity. The effort, started in Cairns in 1941 and expanding through 1942, reflects community wartime aid and volunteer spirit.
A fragmented OCR style note mentions Petain leaving Vicht and references Meira and Taine with garbled surrounding text. Names and places appear uncertain. no clear event or date is established from the readable fragments.
Pikrnone requests forwarding any twine to Mrs T Roche at 110 McLeod Street Cairns as soon as possible. Remaining materials must be sent to head numbers.
The St Paul’s Presby Guild Gordonvale presided by Mes James Currell discussed a gift and treasury matters. Several members including Whitaker Ruddell Robinson C J¢ Johnson Irvine Howe Gordon Barton Wil shere and others were listed as attendees or visitors. The meeting spoke of devotional feeling and assured everyone of a happy time. A fete is planned for August 26 with hostesses named Mrs Currell and others.
In response to a state wide appeal for funds the Queensland Branch of the Australian Red Cross Society, Atherton branch has organized a programme on Main Street. An afternoon car nival with various entertainments is set, with dancing in the Spire Hall to follow at night.
A sanitized wartime digest notes Berlin raids and Allied responses. It references how German actions affect supply lines and naval strategy, with mentions of figures and places like Australia, Britain, and Russia. The piece weaves in quotes and speculative outcomes about future material losses and campaign momentum.
A historic patent medicine claim highlights Woods' peppermint cure marketed for children’s coughs. The advertisement touts relief from a harsh Haukina cough with peppermint flavored syrup and domestic remedies, reflecting early 20th century patent medicine marketing.
Trooper A Day IV extends his home leave in Cairns after serving with the tribunal in the Inmiefail Court. He received official notice of pending transfer and reports on duties fulfilled during service.
Six dances were held at the All susialte Trocadero Danet Pulse Tai. Attendance surveyed by George Slane showed a rowdy crowd as the event drew several notable attendees. Prizes were awarded to Miss Prict, Miss Brown, and others, with Private Monte Hil among the winners.
A fragmented report from Aquatic Dance Palais outlines a sequence of weekly events at Gouna and adjacent venues. Navy and auxiliary members contributed to dance nights with Monte Carlo style contests, novelty prizes, and performances by Miss Stock, Mr Alfred Avre, and Mary Jackinn. Local leaders and clubs hosted interludes, with Jock McKenzies band providing music on most evenings.
A pretty wedding was held January 3 at the Malanda Methodist Church. Miss Stone and Mr Grant exchanged vows in a ceremony described with floral decor and special music. Attendants, family, and friends gathered at the home after the service for the wedding reception.
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