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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 21, 1940
Page
9
A brief moral note extols modesty as a guide to eloquence and a catalyst for virtue. It asserts that true modesty enhances righteousness godliness faith love patience and meekness in a speaker. The piece referencesJosaph Addivun Foulowater and a Tim 8 iib. citation.
The Baume Circle sends “Princess of the Plate” many happy returns with motto Let’s feat the storm before we feel shower. The Balms Circle extends Mothers Pride wishes while Barns Circle blesses Twinkle Toes and Rosy Peay with many happy returns and quotes about silence and forgiveness.
A young reader shares a long, earnest letter from Mareeba about school life and friends. She mentions Heather and sisters, wishes for a pen name Red Wings, and asks for mail with a swim outfit. The note conveys daily life in a dusty road community and hopes for a reply.
A garbled collection of community notes from Cairns residents includes social events, garden club chatter, hospital stays, and letters of thanks and greetings. Names like Jeanette, Sylvia, Ruth, and Marion appear alongside references to local venues and upcoming gatherings.
Readers exchange messages from Jeanette and colleagues about school life and badges at the Home. Personal notes describe examinations, circle activities, and plans for a badge exchange. The page blends humour, announcements, and requests amid a flood of handwritten names, places, and events.
A report describes a successful dance for We style salina toys held on Sunday. It notes attendees including Pegiamnon and Bright AS, with scene details of the dram, entertainment, and proceeds. The piece mentions ambassadors and doorkeeper Mr Ferrar, and references various local figures and settings in a bustling social night.
The reader submits a dense, disjointed tirade about dominant ministries and global regions. It mocks tact and uses scattered phrases about vaccines, education, and media while referencing a last page answer.
A midweek report from Kulara Barrine notes a social Saturday evening at Lakeaank with Miss Pat Leaky and Mrs Henry, plus visits by Miss Patricie Stobahay and Mr Geille. Residents Pat Stobahay, Nightingale, and Doug Brown return from holidays. Adame and Mrs Walker host guests at Cass.
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