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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 17, 1947
Page
7
The notice details a plan for a hotel and related facilities at a local site, with proposals for a workshop, printing press, and theater premier. It mentions a commission, hearings, and deadlines for public input, outlining impacts on traffic, zoning, and permitting processes. Local residents and businesses are urged to participate as the project moves through review stages.
Fragmentary notes mention eye strain and a pace at a hack event. References to Anacin and racing names are unclear. Further readable details needed for a precise summary.
A London entertainments page lists the night lineup including The Tropical and Palen тред, with stars such as Mirae Beanie, Prue Graves, Margaret Lok, and George Ratt. The program promises musical numbers, comedy, dance, and novelty acts, with Grecian Firmé Pores staging and Eric Pecks performing.
A chaotic House debate over Greece aid stalled as committees wrestled over a proposed 0 million package. The measure aimed to bolster Greek war efforts amid mounting tensions, with lawmakers divided on conditions and timing.
Consumer guidance notes selecting QiD fly spray options, cautioning buyers to choose effective formulations. Advises verifying ingredient strength and suitability for target pests, with practical tips for safe handling and storage.
Parish notices describe services and guild meetings at St Mary and St George churches with Red Cross activities. Included are a Ladies Guild afternoon, baby show, Pride of Edge Hill, and a Men's Club talk by Dr A M Lankan on Red Cross work. A mariner service and praise service are planned with Rev W Birdie preaching.
This Sunday events mark community religious activity across Queensford with Central Methodist noting a church service and founding store observations for Red Cross and war peace efforts. Mothers Day themes anchor Youth Club and Bible women papers led by Miss D Walas and Mr G C McKenzie. Central Methodist Lasses hold annual meeting with officials performing duties.
Increasing numbers attend freer events with Brisbane and others, including soloists, as church groups plan a March 17 informal nature and main address by an original founder of Mouth ter Chi. Question box answers and services Sunday May 18 are advertised with Repentance and Dedication. Mother's Day noted with rising attendances in all churches.
The Cairns Choral Society notes appear garbled with many unreadable phrases and misspellings. Readable names and dates are scarce, but references to members, a meeting, and photos suggest routine society updates and upcoming activities without clear specifics.
A fragmented OCR poem reviews Cairns in a mystical coastal town. It weaves imagery of harbors, fire, tides, towers, and silent guardians. The piece blends dreamlike lines about strength, grace, and nature with elusive figures and a contemplative tone.
A fragment from a sermon reflects on renewal in Christ, urging believers to become new. It cites passages about old things passing away, divine atonement, and the crucifixion as a model for faith and guidance. The text emphasizes repentance, sacrifice, and following Jesus as a path to restoration.
A fragmentary account discusses the stigma as a symbol used to denote dominion over enslaved bodies and souls. It notes Christian views on human frailty, divine calling, and moral struggle, citing apostles and early believers as examples of spiritual valor amid persecution.
An obituary item reports the death of PJ Higgins aged 32, formerly clerk at Fells Bes joe Valence. He had health issues and was hospitalised. funeral details followed in Tonusfall with ravensor parish mourners. Another note records death of Robert William Bryan aged 68 near Ave lin. funeral from Trenty Church with Rev Bra aycock officiating. Bevan remembered highly.
Fragmentary OCR lists passengers arriving by ANA in Cairns and Mackay, naming Prom Bri Dane Mr Ramsay Prom Rockhampton Wes Hanne Mie L Joses Prom Mackay and other individuals including Julia Baxter Milburn Campbell Hutton with scattered locales such as Rockhampton Mackay Townsville and Mansfield.
May 13 Miss M Leavis notes that her daughter and others plan to visit Alberton and Louisecetreet for a card party while relatives like the Dawes Aerts Chik attend events. Mention of bank staff, a bridge game, and travel plans by plane, with several named locals and social posts amid routine notices.
In an early 20th century notice an inaugural meeting of Church of England members was held at the Church of England building in Windsor Street. A subsequent meeting was called for Thursday May 28 at 2 o clock to discuss parish affairs and organization with multiple officers to be elected.
In Brisbane on May 15 the magistrate found G Seranje co Alfred Swindies Cyril Vickera from Eriban Camp not guilty of assault. Evidence showed Thompson as a menace. Barduyenko was ordered to pay costs. The case arose from January 7 in Thompson’s camp with a fight described but not deemed politically motivated.
Fragmentary radio listings outline Today on Cesar Francy and related segments. Mentions Melbourne Adelaide Brisbane Albion Park and Brisbane Descriptions include soccer greensland and Australia. Indicates a concert by Melbonte Orchestra conducted by Percy Code.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions names such as Clive Amadio Quin and Joe Wilms Eo with references to Melody Mak and AliToen targaniat mond Wilasag Yenor. Lacks clear events, dates, or context making specifics uncertain.
A damaged OCR fragment shows partial phrases about a vehicle or siege like scene and an ascent. No clear names or places are readable. The readable bits suggest a local item but lack concrete facts to identify persons, organizations, dates, or outcomes.
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