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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Nov 29, 1943
Page
4
Fragmented notice lists a December 4 election to select Labour candidates and electors under ATF Rules 262h 270. Mentions returning license entitlement and a secretary position at Murgatroyd. Vague references to Lerraire members and Beery Merrber.
Pierre Watkin leads a 100 strong cast in a western ranch set at the Palace Trent as the Texas themed show draws crowds. The production promises authentic period detail and close-up cattle stampede footage, with a hefty billed supporting program featuring Charlie Winnixer, James Craig, Nancy Kelly, and a full night of novelty and aquatic dance acts.
A garbled report from the Shire Clerk’s office cites licensing halls and revenue concerns. The text suggests a review of conditions and oversight outside county lines, with emphasis on licensing procedures and potential fees or penalties.
November council session notes the Innistaill Hospital Board asks Johnstone Shire Council to separate the chair and secretary of the Electric Light Committee. The committee defers action pending interconnection plans with Cairns and Innisfail. Engineer's report confirms foundation work for the sfo-station and completion of reinforced concrete columns, with axing and pouring to follow.
Martha Williams wife and mother of Samuel Buhler died recently after a long illness. Funeral services were held Saturday with Rev Henry officiating at the church and graveside rites. Floral tributes were placed for the family, and a large gathering attended the ceremony in Bellanten.
A fragmented report notes dance nights at Trocadero Palais with performances by Miss Johnson, Mr Betta, Miss Donnelly, Mr Lake, and others. Details mention Monte Carlo games, prize winners such as Owens, Ryce, Zammit, Mairi, and shifts in attendance and entertainment quality over the week.
The Cairns CWA Montel meeting reviewed financial statements and reported on the Mushroom Shelters and hospital donations. Members praised drive efforts, noted sewing for forces continues, and thanked organizers and volunteers including Mrs Roche and Mrs McAllan for support and hospitality.
The Aquatic Dance Palate hosted five nights of events last week with Monte Carlo dances yielding multiple wins. Winners included MiB Rice, Gre Graven, Muss Fox, Miss C Plant, Dr Sewell, and Mrs JL Franks with various prize allocations across Tuesday to Saturday evenings. Cpl Dick Bender from the American Army performed a dance exhibition Thursday.
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