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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 11, 1942
Page
3
Thoughts on Today and Evening Entertainment Notes
A fragmented entertainment column mentions a Thoughts for Today section and notes on theater and performance. It lists names such as Maureen and Anna Lee, with references to productions and showings, hinting at local cultural events and personalities. The text also references a theater program and potential drama discussions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thames
Westule
Ima
Irs
Neona
Bergan Sith
Weiter’ Eeron
Maureen “Oosars
Anna Lee
Donald
Sara J . Aliewit
Yolly Loder
Patris Rower
Aie Ise
Nos Escung
FS Teersaltone
Sleepy Hollow Opera and Shakespearean Quiz Clue
A fragmented notice mixes Sleepy Hollow lore with Shakespeare references asking which play inspired the phrase It was Greek to me. It also alludes to a 10th century knight and a reform mayor nickname, ending with a prompt that answers are on the last page.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Seruriny
Sleepy Hollow
Weiler
Opera State
Ratington
Irving Marie
Culie Goldsmith
Windsor
Julus Ceesar
New York
GalaNad
Sion
Dervone
Peter the Hermit
The
Round Table
Pretty wedding at St Johns Cairns England
Very pretty wedding held Wednesday October 7 at St Johns Church of England Cairns. Marjorie Croft May elder daughter of Mr and Mrs C May married George Frederick Stevens. Ceremony featured floral crepe jermaine gown and Victorian bouquet. Reception at the Mays home with guests, gifts, telegrams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St John's Church of England
Marjorie Croft May
C.may
Cairns
George Frederick Stevens
Norton Meinled
Madgan
Dales
Hume Maynard
Moe JL Peoxe
Meg. Hedgon
Becmara
Counle
Mra . May
Mra. May
Rev
Norton
Sream
Alamond
Today’s Recipe Spring Toasts Instructions
Recipe text outlines serving 7 slices of thin toast per person with 3 slices of cold meat each. Spread chutney on the meat and place on buttered toast. The fragment ends abruptly with garbled words.
Fragmented OCR Personal Notice and Place Names
A damaged OCR snippet mentions names and places in a puzzling sequence. It reads like a collection of personal identifiers without clear context or dates. The readable fragments include references to Freese, Ameastin, Jon a, Rew, and Seema in a possibly public notice or obituary fragment.
Rural Post War Women Workers Awarded Note
Fragmented report notes women workers in rural areas receiving an award. It mentions England and comparisons to Germany, with unclear references to a cotton industry and Home Hill, Lancaster, and Mey. The legible parts suggest a wartime or postwar context with labor roles and regional hints.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ees
Ington
Germany
Home Hill
Lancaster
Armistice Day broadcast from Adelaide stresses unity
In a November 10 broadcast from Adelaide Prime Minister Curtin urges national resolve to maintain supply lines and civil stability for wartime effort. He honors veterans and warns that sacrifices in this war must exceed those of 1914 18, calling for total national devotion to victory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Adelaide
Curtin
Pacific
Censorship questioned at Australuan press conference
November 10 report from Sydney on R Henderson president of the Australuan Newspaper Proprietors Association condemning censorship. He argues it harms public morale and misleads readers, noting excessive use beyond national security needs and hindering discussion of leaders and wartime errors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Australuan Newspaper Proprietors Association
R. Henderson
Toeday
Ny Security
Renderson
Bern
Coal miners strike over beer restrictions at Es selsior colliery
About 301 men at Es selsior colliery on the south coast went on strike protesting local keepers restricting ale sales of schooners. They complained government regulations prevented beer before 4 90 pm though work ceased W330. They argued smaller glasses did not quench needs after a day’s labor. As a result 800 tons of ore were affected. Caton mise on the south coast. 35 men refused to work in protest against Judge Drake Brackman’s decision on deficient work log places. The remaining 225 men stayed at the mice continued at.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Esselsior
Drake
Brackman
Fish Court Refines Appeal Denied in Sentencing Review
The court reviewed a case involving two men linked to a Navy awards matter and an oath taking episode. Sentences ranged from immediate penalties to potential further appeals as the process continued. Court officials and counsel discussed options, with Mr Hardwick noted in the proceedings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canrge
Falcohy
Horniby
Ieadwinceline
avomAlee Neal
Maswell Mba Dinni
Ly Askine
Igi Court
Eneciat
Hardwick Fec
Sydney Inquiry Clears Onboard Actions At Light Company
In Sydney on November 19 evidence filed by Mr Bradley KC shows the inquiry into the recent stoppage at the Australian Gur Light Company works. He indicated no misconduct by management and suggested the evidence might not justify reporting to the Federal Government that the delay was deliberate. He believed no improper conduct occurred by anyone involved.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sydney
Bradley
Gur Light Company
Seould
Ray
Shortage of Jurors Cited in Official Inquiry
In Brisbane November 10 the shortage of jurors was again mentioned in the Supreme Court. An exemption was refused and reports on jury position are being obtained by Attorney General J A Gleeson. Gleeson said the Chief Justice faced delays, and a report showed difficulties in providing full panels. He would consider relief measures given the latest comments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Supreme Coun
Toes Nails and Hair Sent to Japan in War Remains
Fragmented wartime relics recovered near Rokoda in the Owen Stanley Range include burial forms matching soldiers found in New Guinea. The papers list unit, wounds, burial destination, and next of kin. A Japanese garden site near Rokoda reportedly contains items with the soldiers’ names in Japanese script.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Featomy
Sidiers
Rome
Ihuien
Myon
Owen Stanle
Rokoda
Grobauly
Rokeda
Jomcer Ruch Krave
Clarke Silver Medal Awarded by Royal Humane Society
In Brisbane on November 11 the Clarke Silver Medal was awarded to Cor oral 7 Arnold for bravery in saving Lieutenant 13 Williams from drowning at North Bundaberg. Other recipients include Aircraftman CF Mansfield who saved Antonia Isala at Mattox, and Killager who earned a Certificate of Merit for saving Job McDonnell from drowning in the Pioneer River.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Royal Humane Sociey
Clarke
Cororal
Arnold
RAAR
Australia
Arnald
13 Williams
St North Bundaberg
Pebruai
CF Mansfield
Antonia Isala
Killager
Mackay
Job McDonall
Pioneer River
Mietblectrical
Fake
Lewis
Employment Council Nominations Received in Brisbane
Nominations were received for workers and employers to join the Employment Council as part of post-war planning. Mrs Gladys Gle som represented the workers, with WB Hay as ally of the Queensland workers’ council. Employers will be represented by RB Meir, secretary of The Cane ilowers Council, and WM McKenaie, manager of the Queensland Oxygen ity.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Sine Employment Council
Wick Thamehatie Qurerland
Inneed
Warkers
Gladys Glesom Ameretary
Asainiarit
Cmseg
Astariauion
WB Hay Queensland Peeatient
AWE
RJ. Harvey
Trades and Labour
RB Meir
Cane Ilowers Council
WM. McKenaie
Queensland Oxygenity
Chamber of Anual Uses
Tramway Gangs Halt Brisbane Work Amid Strike
Brisbane tramway builders strike as 70 to 80 workers refuse to work at standard rates. A conference with tramway manager Quinn failed to resolve the dispute over quarry transfers and pay. Union members accuse management of inadequate action and threaten further stoppages if demands are not met.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Ime
Quinn
Jetter Endiligne
Federal position and Wales' acceptance in Australian ministry
In Brisbane in November discussions center on the Federal Direct General of Azialirr and the formation of a government party. Rumors place Mrs William and Riordan contending for key posts as temporary chief of committees. Mr Gledeon and Mr Wales are named in possible succession to Bulzte in the Ministry of Agriculture.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Psilion
al Azialirr
William
Riordan
Gledeon
Wales
Bulzte
Queensland Labour MPs face plebiscite in March
Brisbane reports Labour members Lellers G Brown Collingy and B Courtice along with GW Martens MAR are the Queensland representatives slated for plebiscites next March after the QCE met. F P Baker W Conetan FM Forde G Lawson and Wolf Rigtdan have been endorsed for their respective electorates. Martens will be opposed by TC Chataway. Senate nominations not yet announced with three remaining Senators and J Jackson Mour Yan Carpenter endorsed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Brisbane
Lellers
G. Brown
Js, Collingy
Courtice
Martens
Queensland
Labor
QCE
FP Baker
Conetan FM
Forde G Lawson
Wolf
Rigtdan
TC. Chataway
Railway
Fireman
Anc Kay
Senate
Mr & J. Jackson
Mour Yan
Carpenter
Town and Country Rail News From Melbourne to Brisbane
Rail way auditors Lowrey and Keir returned to Brisbane yesterday after business. Messrs Find L. Sunes MLA were passengers on the mail train yesterday and proceeded to Brisbane. Mr TF Pang Yuen was a passenger yesterday bound for Brisbane to take up duties in the RAAF.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. Heavey
Osa
Cairne
Melbourne
Menta
Lowrey
D. Keir
Brisbane
L. Sunes
Bighiur
TF Pang Yuen
Brie Eee
Udane
RAAF
Andrews Presbyterian Women's Guild Meeting Recap And Plans
The St Andrew srezeyler Women s Guild held its monthly meeting in the school hall with Mr McPhest leading the chat. Apple Res were discussed, and support from Mesdames B Ormaby and MC. Diack noted. The Guild agreed to assist the Red Cross drive and to aid at WOAC and YMCA. The annual basket drive is set for Friday next at Gardenvale, with the year’s end drive concluding this month. The next meeting is planned for Thursday December 4, with Harman and Cathy tyo proving, and officers listed including McPheat, P Wright, G Gill, and others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St. Andrew
Gardenvale
Messianies Harman
Cathy Tyo
Testament McPheat I
P Wright G Gill
Re Buchan
J. Clyde
Barman
E Day
S Roy Grifin
Walton Stewson
Red Cross Variety Concert at Aquatic War Memorial Hall
The Red Cross fund concert Sunday night featured Mrs WA Gibbs’s patrons at the Aquatic War Memorial Hall. Performers included Mrs C Hodgon Liz Munroe Norma Phillips and many others with songs dances sketches and magic. The audience praised the talent and patriotism with proceeds for the Red Cross and thanks extended to organizers and the Aquatic Club. Another concert is planned for next Sunday evening.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ser~ Cigemen
WA. Gibbs
C Hodgon
Liz TJ Muncoesti
Norma Phillips
Anla
Mise Mare” Hodgon
Ar Jack Norrie
Harry Huepin
Mise Dubele
Manroe
P. O'Rourke
Kinalda
Pat McGunness
Clive O'Connor
Celebrites Ballet
Caieng Aquatic Club
Allan Wirth
Roll of Honour entry for Private Jamieson in Cairns report
Roll of Honour lists Private Hoss Jamieson from Cairns who died on October 28. He was son of Dr and Mrs Jamieson of Luling where the doctor practised for several years.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Private Hoss Jamieson
de AM. Langan
Cairns
Tephew
Rass
Jameson
Beige Jemiewen
J. M. Jamieson
Luling
Dr Jamieson
North Inhn fone Sehert meeting notes Sunday gathering
A damaged text from the CWA branch meeting records a Sunday gathering at North Inhn fone Sehert. It mentions president A. R Kenyon Bethel Norsey f Mtle and Nest, a prayer and creed, and a financial statement listing funds and items procured for church and community support.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Inhn Fone Sehert
Megdamen
Kern
Trim
A. R Kenyon
Bethel Norsey
Nest
Fern Wajine
Edna May Oliver Dies, Noted Actress of Stage and Screen
Australian report notes the passing of Edna May Oliver, veteran actress famed for comic and dramatic roles in film and theatre. Born in Boston in 1880s, she built a versatile career and remained a recognizable screen presence.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Associated Press
Hollywood
Edna May Oliver
Rage
Creen Acrone
M-eer Haw
Moavie-Gosre
Boston
Eno
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Ace Theatre
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West Point
Entertainments
Hamerton
Pian Theatres Nawanatte
Goloman
Anne
Aina
Ain Froammater
Tooaugat
Paramount
Ain
Crete
Atevens
Df.c
Muse
Alaced
Surra
Japan
New Guinea
Humane Society Awards
Corporal ‘Arnold
Employment Council
Walecch
Labour
Ration Book
R. Kennedy
Town and Country
Andrews Presbyterian Women's Guild
RED Cross
CWA
Butowens Carre
Caieng Post
Walter Pidgion
Maureen el Roddy McDowall
Anna Lit
Sara Allgood
Donald Crisp
WY Vallay
Jon Boles
Cinesound News
McGregor
Crossland Motors
FORD
District
Stu
Lao
Shane
Ressour
ACAMO
Bond
Lincoln Mills Woollen
R. H. Kelly
Asbott-Street
P.O. Boy
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