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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 21, 1944
Page
3
At a recent council gathering J P Tully drew praise from several speakers including Ge J Murphy. The meeting noted his considerable service and reputation voiced by multiple attendees amid the town’s ongoing affairs and social events.
A Chungking correspondent reports on advancing Japanese forces near Kweichen and Hiencheng, noting troop movements and casualties. The account mentions a Beville theatre scene and a Garden Party, blending war reportage with local social notes as the situation unfolds.
Nov 13 report from Deeral ranch notes a Red Cross CWA dance with Swing Band on Saturday. Mr Lander and Mr Pyne win novelties. cake from Stroud. cake and rooter by Liefer. Local CWA card evening results list Stroud, Baulch, Agius, Keogh winners. Visitors to Cairns and wedding details also noted.
Molloy and District Notes reflect on Dr Tully s long service in Labour circles and local government. Councillors praise his personal honesty and dedication, noting his 35 years of work and his role as a steady administrator who unified divisions and served the shire and district loyally. The passage records mournful esteem from Cr Watson Cr Christensen and Cr Campbell as well as the shire clerk s tribute to his wisdom and guiding influence.
Dances at the Trocadero Dance Palais drew large crowds last week. Winners included Jim Ne Wolfe and Stiker Net for novel dances Monte Carlo and A.C.W. Range and Driver Braddock. Events featured Union Jack Club program and George Stone's band. Financials show a balance of 283 pounds 18 shillings 4 pence with proceeds and donations.
The Friday meeting was well attended with a welcome for Sid and a report on cottage Yorker's Knob. Mrs Woodward noted vacancy from December 8 to 23 and sales from January to January 18. Mrs Prytz recommended sewing bee repairs. J McGrath read on books to be preserved. Mr Reece offered a quilted doll by Mrs Benn. The next meeting is set for February 1945.
A chaotic record recalls an aquatic dance night with Sears and a Surreal program. Notable acts include Mr. Gey Doherts and Mr. W. Lark Ponte, with Clive Cogan and Marion Jenkins providing music. Community singing and novelty dances are listed amid prize draws and a Monte Carlo themed segment.
A local event at Srey Thursaay drew mixed reactions as attendees noted gaps in planning and participation. Organizers faced criticism for poor turnout and unclear arrangements, prompting discussions on future coordination and outreach efforts.
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