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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 26, 1945
Page
4
A chaotic, OCR like passage references theatre names and performers including Maureen, Harel, and Vigra, with mentions of shows, practical feats, and a matinee style program. It hints at reviews, acts, and a mosaic of names such as Wallace and Font Bib Ral, but readability is limited by garbled text.
Swedish official Valdemar Langlet aided thousands in wartime Budapest by issuing protective documents through the Swedish Red Cross and by founding Swedish institutions. His actions helped Jews and others with democratic leanings escape Nazi control, while enabling access to buildings designated as Swedish property to shelter victims.
A fragmented report notes Phantom of the Opera performances at Rex Theatre with mentions of seating, stage, and specific audience reactions. Names such as Barnes, Geer, and Zeck appear in scattered references, but the text is garbled and lacks clear events or dates.
The Aquatic Dance Palais management says the venue is open for engagements on any night Saturday with moderate rental. Arrangements may include or exclude a refreshment bar and special concessions, sealable to sporting bodies. Facilities for serving refreshments are available.
Brisbane Legacy officers pressed Public Works Minister Bruce for housing scheme aid to war widows and orphans. The State Housing Commission would be instructed to assist within regulations, enabling temporary or suitable dwellings, with Legacy urging public support through the annual appeal on December 14 to sustain its work.
At the Johnstone Shire Council meeting Cr S K Page said there were too many committees as the Finance Committee reviewed a Communist Party request about forming a local repatriation body. Debate touched on Guardian Fund, government takeover, and whether to contact the Fund. Reports also mention Hungarian refugees, Swed ish relief, and Raoul Wallenberg in connection with wartime aid.
A noisy mix of program notes lists topics and performers for a holiday radio lineup. Entries mention Womens Session Yon, Cricket Breptan, Margaret McIntyre Conway Centre, and The Song of Christmas. Named figures include Joos Guawry and Clive Beugiaa with a focus on music and cultural features.
The report notes government backing for the Fourth Victory Loan and mentions Chifley and Thiele. It emphasizes financial support from Canberra and indicates details about the loan target and public sentiment.
Railways department reports coal scarcity forces suspension of all services starting Monday. Proprietary mine operations reduced output. no production today. Limited daily shipment expected as the region confronts a supply crunch.
Mrs ME Young and party plan to leave Cairns by Friday for Melbourne to settle there at St Kilda. Mrs Clough returns in Sydney, while Captain Hammond, Rev. Samuel Allen, and others resume busy duties. Nimrn of Oak Park, Sgt Ti Hower, and Elim address local matters as travel and postings continue.
Last Thursday at the Aquatic Dance Palais Mes Heres Bawttip assisted the magician The Mort was Jacolon presenting the dance programme The novelty dance by Mise P Gyell and Mr R Duin featured but the lyrics not given to Mis F Gesell and ir A Langlort Dancing continued until late with continued entertainment and acts mentioned.
Roll of Honour records the loss of Lieutenant Lees on November 1 while serving in the 12th Battalion, Sixth Division. Born in Martebulin he attended Rest the Convent School before moving to Cairns. He served in multiple campaigns, showed keen interest in rifle shooting, and earned a place on the Championship Cup roster presented by the Mayor of Cairns.
Lieutenant Hugh Leer was laid to rest in Cairns Cemetery after a long military career spanning England and the Pacific. Comrades from Empire forces gathered on Remembrance Day to honor his service, with solemn notes of the Last Post and a community reflecting on wartime sacrifice. Military figures and family attended the ceremony, underscoring the enduring memory of World War II deployments and the fallen.
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