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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 27, 1952
Page
6
An obituary for Mrs. E E Lacey notes her business in Tully and mentions a large family. The funeral was held at the Roman Catholic Church in Tully, followed by interment at the Tully Cemetery. An infant son of Mr and Mrs Galvin of Tully died at the hospital on Tuesday.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a medieval or folkloric pledge tale involving a bride, groom, and a horse or cattle stake. It mentions a loyalty or property pledge during betrothal, with references to marriage, vows, and customary terms that evolved into the phrase plight or pledge.
This fragment discusses selecting fresh poultry and pork, noting firmness of fat, whiteness of lean, and smooth flesh. It warns to avoid tainted smells, favors fresh meat, and gives rough cooking cues such as boiling apples, seasonings, and serving ideas with vegetables and sauces.
A fragment describes fashion displays with large posters on a square, highlighting a matronly bodice with pleats and well-cut abire, noting tails and evenings attire. It mentions Valierina length and new lab devices on view as part of the exhibition.
A fragmented note recalls a designer who created a veil for a queen and mentions enduring fascination with elegance. The piece hints at archival intrigue and reader interest in historic fashion, while noting a long tradition of garment making and public admiration.
The report describes native Diets and aid efforts on Manus Island. Mrs McKauge commends missionary work and the weekly Veg vegetables airlift from Wau to Manus while frozen supplies arrive every six weeks. She notes improved housing built by US forces and reports a shark incident ending in amputation during a rescue.
Announcement from Lordon dated November 35 reports the engagement of Gen Mary Fraser, only daughter of the Governor-General of Australia, to Captain Peter Michael Stewart Fraser of the Grenadier Guards. The bride-to-be is the daughter of the Governor-General and the groom is the son of Colonel Ang Bins.
Fragmentary OCR entry notes a foundling case possibly at Hotel Tully Apartments with partial names like Emery Cherisi and a phone number 150. The readable text is incomplete and lacks clear action or dates. Additional context is needed to confirm details.
A flood of relatives and friends arrived for a Cairns wedding. Among the guests were the bride’s relatives from Nant Mir Mire J and Blackbraes Station Bughenden with son Albert from Raulview Praire and daughter as bridesmaid. Nursing staff from Townsville hospital accompanied by a sister attended. Other attendees hailed from Oak Park Fugnessen Prov Cherot Hills Spring Walli Hogren and Cairns. Phyl Byrns returned from Sydney with a holiday. Miss Halery tevin flew in after five weeks abroad. The Cairns carnival fund and committee prepared for December activities.
The Dimbulah QCWA meeting on November 7 heard a welcome to new member Mrs Brady. The financial statement showed a credit balance of £694 2s in the general account and £25 9s 1d in the building fund. Payments totaled £61 9 8. A social afternoon was planned to aid the United Nations appeal for children and the Mareeba waiting mothers’ hostel. A donation of £13 was given to Dimbulah State School. Present were Mesdames Henson, Mildren, Dittman, Teippo Hyde, and others. Apologies were read from several members.
The Steatyoed Church of England Guild held its annual meeting with greetings read from Mirek L Wienert and a note from Mrs Potts declining the secretary role. A break up gathering followed. Miss C Griffiths won the ward building prize and guests included Mrs Blaney and Mrs Fitchett.
Fragmentary note lists themes of new essential services and music. Mentions 68 bee a New, unclear phrasing. No identifiable persons or organizations clearly described.
Program listing shows varied music segments and talks across the day including Breakfast at 6, Hospital Half Hour, Daily Talk, Weather, Sports segments, and multiple music blocks. Entries mention The Country Hour, The Human Basis, Sportaman's Parade, and Journey Symphony placeholders amid a dense timetable.
A community party in Herberton featured dancing games and a sit-down supper. Chairman C Holecroft presided over a long toast list as Myrtle wore a blue crepe gown and gifts were exchanged. A birthday cake shaped and iced for 21 was presented with 21 candles.
A garbled line suggests whales can hold their breath for a considerable while, with odd wording implying a discussion of submerged behavior. The readable portions indicate a claim about breath-holding related to underwater or marine context.
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