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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 07, 1950
Page
6
An eleven year old boy Louis Davin was injured when he tied a copper wire to his pet pigeon. The bird touched a high tension line and the boy received a severe electric shock through his hands and back. Medical staff fear possible loss of his hand.
Nov 1 report of Joyce Mary King of Babinda marrying George tatt at the Presbyterian Church Babinda on Oct 21 with Rev Brainwood officiating. Bride wore white satin gown with Chantilly lace train, orange blossom crown, attended by Joy Funn in pale blue Chantilly lace. reception in CWA room. couple to reside in Balinda.
Sub Inspector Wallace was greeted warmly at a monthly meeting of the Rima Austramarie Chas of Queensland. He spoke of investigations and praised the work of the organisation and its leaders. The event included remarks on local matters and the role of inspectors in addressing community concerns.
Daintree notes describe a school fancy dress event with children performing dances and costumes. Teachers and audience observers include May On bore Pramist and Miss Joan Mar etou Cute, with judges awarding prizes for performances and later dancing.
A brief item notes TOU lighting services enlists POW in an effort to expand a regional electrical project. The announcement cites collaboration with POW and outlines upcoming upgrades and service calls across multiple facilities.
The Thursday Island Red Cross branch was re-formed at a public meeting on Tuesday night October 31 after disbanding in 1942. Deputy Mayor chaired in the mayor’s absence. Mr George Asange promoted Red Cross work including blood transfusion activities. Funds from Brisbane were noted and plans for hospital support and a badge day were discussed with monthly meetings set for the second Thursday.
Georgetown notes report the Formyth hospital reopened with Sister Eirich in charge. Etheridge Hospital board appreciates volunteering efforts and welcomes the permanent staff. Also mentions local holidays, Melbourne Cup plans, and a postal service absence with temporary acting postmistress. Nearby events include council projects, a school fancy dress ball, and local residents traveling for holidays and medical attention.
A fragmented note urges unity and action as communities face uncertain times. The message calls for collective effort, cooperation, and solidarity to navigate challenges and build resilience together.
The Social Spotlight notes Patricia Duffy Dancing Academy students undergoing Royal Academy of Dancing examinations in Cairns. It lists multiple pupils by name across Primary to Grade V, including Daphuie Irsland, Patricia Killoran, Joan Boardman, Dawn McIntyre, and many others, with several instructors and a reference to Dawn Wanning Examinations.
El Arish CWA held its annual meeting with Rev Jones presiding in chair. Officers elected include President Meath Mc Cowat Secretary Mrs Hooper Treasurer Mrs Hop kane and Vice presidents Mrs Kelly Walt Hughes. Financial year praised by Mrs Duffy with strong balance and Beltha Kierney Memorial Playground noted. Mrs Kelly and others received congratulations. afternoon tea served and a social hour followed with thanks extended to Crate A Galicigus and branch members from allied groups.
A busy week at the Aquatic Dance Palais featured several dances and socials. Notable events included the Monday modern dance by Cairns Cricket Association with Nite Lites, prize winners Muss Chalmers and Mrs Wilemith, Monte Carlo prizes to Muss Chalmers and Miss Melody Walker Grace of New Zealand, and the local wedding and suppers including Colleen Sidey and Mr Richardean Sas. Vel Carter and Fiebana led four players in music with Kingsland on vocals.
Fragmentary list shows passengers including Mr tea, Dr M Pearce, Mis L Maioul, and Carols O'Shea leaving Calma on a chartered ANA flight. Names appear with incomplete titles and destinations, indicating a routine passenger manifest from yesterday.
Hollywood AP reports actor Arthur Kennedy plays a blinded serviceman in Lighta Out and the director Mak Robson explains the idea of simulating blindness to convey a veteran's experience. Kennedy describes the sensation as losing his bearings while being guided through a studio set. The production aims to show how to treat the blind with independence, not special aid.
Radio programming includes Light Music, Cricket and News Review with multiple daily slots. A passenger list notes arrivals in Cairo after a night train from Townsville with P Kidd and J Bed among several travelers.
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