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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 26, 1952
Page
6
A Pilipino educator argues that democracy flourishes where people are educated and informed. Dr Mariano V. Dv Low San tos, president of the University CP Maula, calls for expanded education and literacy programs to strengthen democracy in the Philippines and to extend its blessings widely.
An early 20th century line advertises Aptometrist Tully with a visit day set for Saturday November 3. The notice names vague locations and dates, urging readers to consult at the Hite Tithe apueimimente and referencing Dr. Glen Rane.
The St Josephs CDA held its monthly meeting with floral donations from Mrs CW Evan Thome. Attendees included Very Rev Father Wallace and Father O Connor, with prayers said for the late Mrs Brown. Officers and members discussed hospital support, library donations, and social arrangements for the coming months.
The fragment lists a November Wednesday radio schedule with varied programs and times. Entries include News, Readings from the Bible, Breakfast Semaion, Hospital Half Hour, Sacred Music, Schools Service, and Music segments. Additional items mention The World We Live In, Country Hour, and Hit Parade with time stamps and program notes, typical of a station timetable.
A disjointed timetable lists programs and times including News, Bible readings, hospital hour, sacral music and devotions, talk and music segments, later evening concerts and variety programs. Names of shows appear garbled but suggest a wide cultural lineup with BBC style listings.
The Johiotone Shire Council receives advice from the department on infectious cases as of the twenty fourth. details indicate strain status and response measures. Officials urge reporting and adherence to public health guidelines.
Mr Wil Hutchens in Dunedin Newland Mackay Rockhampton named musical adjudicator with expertise across vocal choral and instrumental fields. A £50 state grant supported expected gold medals and trophies for juvenile chorus. Townsville event noted. Committee updates include new secretary and co opt members. west home juvenile sections added. young entrants anticipated for summer.
A regional report compares beef, dairy, and horse totals in Far North Queensland to 1943 and 1952. The Cairns area records 15,028 horses and thousands of cattle, with dramatic drops in beef cattle across many shires. Totals for Atherton, Johnstone, Hinchinbrook, and others show substantial reductions in stock numbers year over year.
A reception hosted by Mrs Fulton at 12 Boch street on Saturday November 1 celebrated Eva Ward's upcoming marriage. Guests included Mrs Duplock, J. Owens, R. Cane, J. Fulton, J. Clarke, G. Paar and Dougall. The event featured crystal vases, gerberas, summer flowers, music, and a flower-gift for the bride.
On Friday November 21 the Gordonvale Kindervarten Par Si Association ran a coastal floral afternoon with prizes including a Christmas cake won by Mrs. Monee. Other winners were Mrs. Beatn, Mrs. Falls, and J. A. Koppen as crowd decor reflected the event styled by the CWA.
Malanda Notes recounts local social life with fallings of visitors and gatherings. Mr F Fraser received treatment in Atherton Hospital after a toy plane mishap, Mrs JD Williams reflects on years in Brisbane, and Mr G Turner hosts discussions on new works. A combined birthday party on November 15 honors Ca Seal Boracy and Dellann! Whitiater Whittaker with meals and games. The Women’s Auxiliary BSL meets to donate to Cairns Legacy and other groups and to consider establishing an Ambulance centre at Malanda. A violent electrical storm last week left trees and property damaged as Tableland scenery brightens with improved milk and cream production.
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