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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 25, 1928
Page
13
Readable segment shows a men’s department sale listing items like Myatt safety razors, cotton athletic underwear, heavy white merino gloves, and trousers with several special price notes, though many words are garbled. The page emphasizes department sales and promotional pricing.
Fragmentary catalog entry from Manchester department showing blanket and pillow prices and specials. Mentions cheap packages and special prices 4/6 and 2/3, with limited legible details on items and brands.
Remnants of dresses, silks, and fabrics offered at half price. Numerous dress and silk remnants, garlanded with bright colors and patterns, are described as of good quality and affordable. Kid and children's wear also feature special prices. A range of fabrics including ginghame, cambric, and checks highlighted with sale terms and limited quantities.
Fragmented OCR text lists fancy department items including white cotton tees, sheer linen shirts, and washed fabrics with special prices. Mentions of red and white items, linen, and assorted garments appear with broken phrases and misread brand names.
Showroom offers ladies coloured crepe frocks in dainty shades with white and trimmed buttons. Describes high quality cotton and lace detailing, with front buttons and fashionable fits. Special price listed as 7/6.
The Crown Hotel at the corner of Burta and S Nly endured a destructive fire on May 7. Witnesses, including hotel manager and occupiers, testified about the blaze, its possible causes, and subsequent insurance claims as authorities investigated the incident.
Fragmentary report notes injuries at a gathering in Innisfail on December 24. Mentions attendees including Hallog and other members, with references to negligence and a viewer appearing. Details are garbled but indicate a local incident with unspecified outcomes and possible legal action.
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