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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 25, 1944
Page
3
The Tropical Theatre presents a full length revue with bolder acts including ballerina Lyset Hippo and a “Ther Boos On” attraction. A lively program with musical numbers, choreography, and guest dancers promises strong local flavor and nostalgia for old time cabaret.
An Innisfail Mother's Day event by the Women's Auxiliary of the RSL featured a decorated hall, greeting cards at each place, and a program of songs, a tap dance, and fashion commentary about postwar feminine style. Highlighted were outfits described as glamorous and elegant with a focus on formal evening wear and new fashion trends. The gathering honored team and service members' families with bouquets and social activities, marking a shift toward postwar dress and leisure.
A conference of representatives from the services, the War Department, and the Department of Supply discussed civilian clothes for service personnel. The ministry indicated no further use of old patterns and noted men would be discharged. the change was described as the most serious issue in a month.
Gordonvale Red Cross members hosted a social with music and competitions for military hospital personnel. Donations included cakes from numerous members and bakery items from Aloomba, plus sewing convener notes detailing garments and linen made and distributed.
Monthly Patriot Society meeting at Mt Mulligan with president Mesianies Strang and members present. New members Mrs Scho eld and Mrs Ped fer welcomed. Plans discussed for 27 parcels at 22s each for forces enlisted, Red Cross thanks noted, and arrangements for soda refreshments. Local residents including ex Army men discussed plus hospital visits and upcoming events to Bimbulah.
The May meeting in Rabinda, presided by Mr C Hartmann, reviewed deputed lines on gas for groves and noted Brisbane’s empty exlinders. A request for a light at the St Ritas crossing near Parish Rail was declined. the council agreed to contact the sewerage assistant for service releases and to push Mulgrave Shire Council about the King street tramway crossing.
The page lists numerous individuals connected to community services and events, including A W Holmes, J K Ladley, and AH Kroll, along with several townspeople like McAllan, Tomer, and Reta. It reflects a busy period of activities with readers noted for participation and service roles across multiple groups.
The note cites doing low work as the path to pleasure and warns against self-indulgence and indolence. It urges effort and discipline as a moral guide, reflecting a pragmatic view of happiness tied to labor and perseverance.
Australim urges every man and woman to work for Victory as illness robs valuable hours. Rheumatism keeps many away from labor but can be relieved. Sheldon’s Kidney Pills are claimed to support kidney function and remove impurities. Bryheldon's Pills are presented as safe for general use with confidence if rheumatism troubles you.
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