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Newspaper

Cairns Post

Location

Cairns, Queensland, Australia

Date

Nov 17, 1947

Page

6

Return of Rusty and murder trial headline on cinema night

Teepinal Thastre court scene unfolds as a gun misfire in a tropical tent event ends with Vic Wright dead. Georgia Gale played by Mas O Driscoll is arrested for murder amid film promos for The Return of Rusty and They Made Me a Killer. Cast includes Rita Hayworth as rumored dramatic lead, with Robert Armstrong Addison Fat Creason and Bieve in the crowd.

Teepinal Thastre Tori Emmatontre Suse Chywort Robert Armstrong Addison Fat Creason Bieve Pease Rusty Ted Donalden Dofin Lite Columbia Pictures Rita Thy

Bex Theatre Presents A Night Of Mixed Screen and Stage

At the Bex Theatre a program features a polarizing film about a love story set against a touring ice show backdrop, with actor Michael Onela playing a hockey ace who clashes with a referee and faces social downfall. Supporting acts include Marie McDonald Bil Johnson Qua Schilling and more, plus a special attraction Jor Palonks Champ with Leon Errol Joe Kirkwood and Elyse Know.

Bex Tauehe Jones Michael Onela

School Road Patrollers Suggested for Innisfail

Innisfail officials push for school patrols to improve road safety. Letter from ZB Williams urges officials to supply details and assist with lectures at local schools on tree safety and traffic awareness.

Wedding of Kuranda couple ends with trip to Mackay

A lengthy Kuranda wedding report details the ceremony at St. Joseph's Church with Rev C. Copp, the bride Miss Hilary Pewware, and groom Mr. A. Schipke. The reception at Redgich Hall hosted about 200 guests, featuring ornate decorations, dance, and gifts including a wristwatch and brushes. The couple depart by plane for Tomnsile enroute to Mackay and Daydream Island.

Church of England A” Tenni Meelyrety Geo Bchipie Upward Street Calms St. Joseph's Marc' Tram Lahengtin Misa Hilary Ealuree Shirley Redford Dephoe Grimbs Anny Phil Tiueertstead Tierce Georg Schipke Sats Warld Sam Savage Kent Om de Somme Doris Behipke Betts Scllars Bordresoom Dinenenge Enn Leone A ‘Tauntasia Ata Dendania Uw Gronmasinan Chadusties Harman, ‘Pred Shephard Jenevar Robert Bell Rite Forward Wes Hana FW Benipke Cainera Bunce Toms Nile Mackay Day Dream Ben

Eczema Itch Dispelled by New Treatment

A read aloud ad item promotes Nixoderm 214 claiming relief from eczema itch. The short notice notes a brand name product and price, with minimal context about method or effectiveness.

Phyllis Calvert Sees Film Pendulum Swing to Hollywood

Phyllis Calvert discusses the shift in film power toward Hollywood, noting broadcast of British figures and wartime production changes. She cites audience reactions to bomb impacts, humor, and censorship as factors shaping postwar cinema and industry confidence.

Phyllis Calvert Hollywood Tia Calvert Abes Queen Mary Timme Lave England Rank Calvert

Boal-Tully Wedding in Avon Fantasy Hall

A detailed account of the Boal-Tully marriage in Avon, noting the bride Mrs Alfred Charles Boal, groom Mr. George, and the elaborate attire and reception. Guests included Mrs Jin Tulle, Mrs More agi, and family members from nearby towns. The ceremony featured lace gowns, emeralds, and a grand show of dancing and congratulatory notices from local officials and friends.

Polk Hohn Alfred Charles Mra Boal Leauge Avent Fanfield Stelbourns George Ilmare Mayers Orauk Dorithy Bath Uae Wenriiur Finn Anysmith Evry Anyon Wrod Magnetty Mio van Shreven Jim PL Bala Aslai Aroane Hanmet Style God Witeke Abies and Wioves

Divorce Case Details in Local Court Records

Fragments from a historical newspaper page outline a divorce proceeding involving multiple parties. The text references court actions, individuals, and cross names, with unclear dates and locations, hinting at a protracted dispute and damages claims. The readable items name Peters and Power among others, suggesting a legal confrontation with property and alimony considerations.

Town and Country Kingston and visiting guests

Fragmented notes list Kingston visitors and locals such as Wasi Cairns and Mrv HL Coumm staying with Me Pherwy in Mareeba, plus Melbourne travelers and a Strand Hotel farewell. Names and places appear inconsistently, reflecting a damaged OCR record of a social column.

Kingston Wasi Cairns Grafton Coane Townsville Mrv HL Coumm Atvand May Bryde Mumfreign Bride Mareeba Sank Mia, McPherwy Davelnstreet Goondi Will Miles ‘Martin Han Beep Siareeth Las Pray Gilesia Strand Mr "Vane Beewart Weiler Wale Beaman

Merchant Navy Club Euchre Victory Report

Fragmentary recap of a Merchant Navy Club euchre event describing high scores and winners. Mentions Mrs Lina, Mr Greve, Sir Greve, Mr Barnes, and Mr Tippett in a muddled account with references to a Friday game and prize gestures.

Merugut Tigres Mra Lina Sir Greve Air Viten Amt Lewis Mr. Barnes Sry Tippett

Cairns Sub Branch B5 Raila Club Night Broadcast

A Cairns club night featured a success with five plays staged by Len Aimpton and the Oler Club. Performers included Soprano solos, baritone W Hagner, and pianist H Preeman with Len Impaca. Cheer sent to hospital patients and to Bluer Joy Neary’s departure noted.

Len Aimp-Ton Oler Club Tiehema Winille Farrugin W. Hagner Len Impaca Lenut Doug Naser Coprens Muss Hasl Morthage Pisnotorte

Royal Wedding Day London Traffic Plan Details

London traffic plans for royal wedding day show closures and restrictions. Officials warn all metropolitan rail and transit services may be altered with special permits and detours to manage crowd movement and road access.

London Landa Searty Simania Ennatehipe

Horticulture Society notes November meeting and floral displays

The Horticultural Society of Gordonvale held a well attended November meeting despite heat and water restrictions. Delegates discussed a visit from Frenchwater horticulturists, prize entries for the Domina Mica competition, and requests for more space at the next show. Local, detailed notes cover errors in prior records, plant care methods, and upcoming events with emphasis on Gerbera and Desert Pea specimens and the judging results.

Gorponvale Agia Frechwater Frechwater Horticulturaliats Scoeptec Mir A. Denaumacher Gerberar Dolo ‘Tien Horticultural Society Alcornat A ‘Horticultural Society J Lambert Sturt Lambert Jamietona Pamhuaa

fragmented OCR notes on National RaiMo quarterfinals and bids

Fragmented text mentions National RaiMo quarterfinals and a race or event with figures like 400 orreks and $51. It references a "Comeption of Premium" and cryptic lines about Ballads and Boeing summary. Names, places, and clear facts are unclear due to OCR damage.

I Bae May Joe Queensland Boeing

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