Al Jolson and Vitaphone at the Tropical Theatre
Al Jolson stars in The Singing Fool with Vitaphone acts at Cairns Tropical Theatre. The Sydney stage success is echoed in Cairns with Betty Bronson and others, Gus Arnheim's Orchestra, Winnie Lightner and Mar McKee contributions, and a celebrated music and dance program drawing large crowds.
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al Jolson
Cairns
Betty Bronson
Josephine Dunn
Davey Lee
Sonny Boy
Sydney
Grand
St James's Theatre
Vitaphone
New York
Gus Arnheim
Winnie Lightner
Broadway
Mar- McKee
Martinello
Val
Erne Stanton
Wolf Song at Palace Theatre Tonight
Paramounts Wolf Song features a complete sound score with five songs integral to the plot. Miss Velez performs Yo Te Amo and Cooper sings My Money, Fare Well with other original melodies adding appeal. Supporting feature is the silent drama Man, Woman, and Night, shown nightly.
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Paramount
Miss Velez
Cooper
House Full sensational season praised by management
The management apologises and notes the House Full signs as a sensational season continues. The production is hailed as outstanding with top stars and strong production credit to the creators, promising a snap filled program.
Melbourne Cup thrills audience at Big Show
Peppy performances filled with colour romance and climactic scenes. The fracking of the girls dazzled with flaming colour and the ballets were near perfect. The Melbourne Cup captivated the large crowd as Mr J H Scullin delivered a fine speech and Gertrude Laurand starred in Early Morn. The programme will be repeated tonight.
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J. H. Scullin
Gertrude Laurand
Bridge Party and Encre Tournament At Hibernian Hall
Organisers of CY.MLA host a bridge party and enchre tournament at Hibernian Hall this evening. Cash prizes for enchre. successful bridge players receive trophies. Many tables already reserved. play begins at 8 p.m. A ladies committee serves refreshments.
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Cy.mla
Hibernian Hall
R101 Handed Over to Air Ministry in London
London reports the R101 airship was officially transferred to the Air Ministry. It is described as the world's fastest airship with engines producing 2000 more horsepower than the R100 and a 20 ton heavier deadweight. Initial flight planned for the weekend under Major Scott. In Malta, the Baron Elcho's wireless operator was admitted to an asylum after examination by the Medical Board.
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London
Air Ministry
Nancy
Scott
Malta
Baron Elcho
Medical Board
Duke of Gloucester Hosts Hospital Benefit Toss
At the Healey festival dinner in London the Duke of Gloucester presided as subscriptions reached £4 against a £10,500 appeal. He offered a coin toss with Sir Leonard Lyle to decide contributors but lost and paid up.
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London
Duke of Gloucester
Leonard Lyle
Townsville Housebreaking Committal Date Set
Townsville police stated in court that James Gare Somietoned faces trial after being charged with housebreaking and possessing house implements. The hearing occurred on November 27 as part of the committal process.
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Townsville
James Gare
Jewellery worth £2000 lost on journey to Sydney
Miss Jessie Clarke of Elizabeth Bay reported to police in Sydney that jewellery valued at £2000 vanished while she was travelling. The incident occurred Sunday and involves unidentified suspects or misplacement during the journey.
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Sydney
Jessie Clarke
Elizabeth Bay
Ellery
Miss Muriel O Malley Promises Golden Voice Concert
Miss Muriel O Malley the dramatic contralto known as the Songstress of Western Plains tours Australia with J C Williamson and Comic Opera companies. Her Cairns concert at the Hibernian Hall tomorrow night is highly anticipated as fans await her rare vocal range and dramatic stage presence.
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Muriel O'Malley
Western Plains
Melba
Australia
Mariel O'Malley
Longreach
Miss O'Malley
J. C. Williamson
Grand Opera Coy
Comic Opera Coy
Cairns
Hibernian Hall
Town and Country Visitors Share Weekend on Tableland
Mrs Frank Thomas from Pawngilly visited Cairns yesterday. Mr and Mrs Leslie Gray from Townsville spent a weekend touring the Tableland as guests of Mr and Mrs C Jensen at Advlong Farm.
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Frank Thomas
Pawngilly
Cairns
Leslie Gray
Townsville
C. Jensen
Cairns Jockey Club Promises Grand Ladies Day Races
The Cairns Jockey Club stages a grand Ladies Day at Woree with entrants from Tully Innisfail Gordonvale and the Tableland. A large Blue Bird Cup field is expected and the Cairns Citizens Band will provide music.
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Woree
Cairns
Ivanhoes Entertained After Monday Movie Night
The Ivanhoe Hockey Team and friends spent an evening at Cedric Taylor's residence on Monday. Osiss Muriel O Malley impressed with a strong voice while Miss A Wallace and Mr H L Jones performed. An animal novelty dance won by Miss Ross and Mr Bill Rees earned them chocolates and a tie. The group thanked Mr Taylor and organizer Mr Mick Bolt for the pleasant time.
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Ivanhoe
Cedric Taylor
Muriel O'Malley
A. Wallace
H. L. Jones
Miss Ross
Bill Rees
Ruby Roderick
Taylor
Mick Bolt
Money for Works Loan Details and Terms
The Commonwealth approves a £10,000 loan for Federal and State public works with the debt kept overseas-free and interest retained in Australia. An accompanying £19,000,000 loan runs five years at 5 14 4 percent, tax free. Subscriptions start at £10 for bonds and £100 for stock, with instalment payments accepted. The issue closes December 16.
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Commonwealth
Australia
Andrew
Australian Estates and Mortgage Company
aan _Morning Herald
Bosch Spark Plugs Australian Factory Soon To Produce
Melbourne reports the Bosch spark plug plant in Australia will begin production soon. Officials estimate the Melbourne factory could manufacture about 1,000,000 plugs, aiming to meet national demand for the Commonwealth.
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Bosch Spark Plugs
Melbourne
Commonwealth
Woman Ivy Gray Dies in Suspicious Circumstances
Sydney reports Mrs. Ivy Gray aged 20 died in suspicious circumstances at G van near Bulshdelah on Saturday. Police opened investigations and sent stomach contents for analysis. The woman, who lived with her husband, became suddenly ill and died before a doctor arrived.
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Sydney
Ivy Gray
G van
Bulshdelah
Vatican to Beatify English Catholic Martyrs in December
The Congregation of Rites announced in Vatican City that English priests and other Catholics condemned to death between 1594 and 1674 are regarded as martyrs. Their beatification will occur on December 15 with the Pope present.
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Vatican City
Congregation
Coi Rlteq
Compressed Fibre Attache Cases and Lunch Cases in Various Sizes
Durable light cases for rough travel feature two safety lever locks capped corners and metal frames. Sizes range from 8 to 20 inches for lunch and attache sets with prices noted, including 14 inch at 4/9 16 inch at 4/11 and 18 inch at 5/6.
Japanese delegation to Five Power Naval Conference set
London reports a Japanese group of about 40 members for the January 21 naval conference. The delegation includes three chief delegates and various officials from Japan.
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London
Operation by Candlelight at Selly Oak Hospital
Surgeons at Selly Oak Hospital in Birmingham completed operations by candlelight during electric failures. The improvised procedure continued through dim service as staff maintained patient care under limited lighting.
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London
Selly Oak Hospital
Record Nominations for Divisions and Cup at Woree
Nomination entries opened for divisions and the Cup at Woree on Saturday. Officials expect strong participation from clubs and riders across age groups, with showcase events highlighting local talent and emerging competitors.
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Woree
Notary Public Listings Mention Bank Chambers in Cairns
A fragment references notaries in Cairns including Abijah Murray and Joseph Bennett at Bank Chambers on Spence Street. No further details appear about actions or dates.
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Snnett
National “Bank
Spence-Street
Cairns
Abijah Murray
Puplic
Joseph Bennett
Eagei
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