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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 01, 1940
Page
3
The readable fragments mention names and places in a garbled OCR line about topics likely from a local newspaper. Key entities are unclear. no coherent event, date, or organization is extractable. This item lacks sufficient context to form a proper summary or headline.
Obituary notes the death of Mr G F Allen aged 34 years in Sydney after a period of ill health. He had worked in mining and commercial ventures in North Queensland, notably Townee and associated firms. He was respected for his enterprise, cheerful disposition, and wide community involvement. He leaves a widow and resides at The Gardens Sydney. A large send off accompanied his funeral from Cairns and Townsville transport links.
The Palace Theatre presents a varied program featuring Relmer and "Three Bane" with a dramatic plot and star turns. Sanat the Star of Delhi and the Crown of Oe Ditton headline a night of musical drama and variety, with Watson and George Bucci among the names listed.
The readable text mentions names and places in a jumble with references to summer finals and team names. It hints at emotions and possibly a comparative piece about individuals like Beavis and Bayer, but the fragmentary lines lack coherent events or clear actions to summarize beyond noting these as garbled references in a sports or human-interest context.
A community event at Convent grounds Abbatt street includes a charity bake sale and children's stalls. Volunteers coordinate stalls, entertainment, and auctions with donations from Mercy and local businesses. Proceeds support local welfare groups at the garden party on a Sunday afternoon.
The Women's Emergency Corps held a rocky, months-long program with Monday and Friday drills starting at 7:30, including physical training under A. G. Ferguson. Cadets practiced marching, signaling, and weapon handling, with uniforms issued and inspection emphasis. More training planned with Major Wright, NC and militia, focusing on readiness and field procedures.
A grand orchid display highlighted the September meeting of the SQ Orchid Society held at Comise's Cafe. Attendees included new members Mes Morton Mene, Mrs Mrutick, and Mes 2Win. Guest talks by Mr W R Mollawes and Mr G Smith covered orchid varieties and cultivation. Meetings are at Domino's Cafe on the fourth Friday each month.
A court proceedings summary describes multiple defendants, including vehicle owners and drivers, pleading guilty or being fined for offenses such as operating without proper maintenance, faulty lighting, and driving on a public footpath. Fines of 1 pound and 6 pence plus court costs are noted, with various citations and brief statements from officials.
A colorful coastal event features the Caletonian Society presenting a patriotic performance for seafaring locals. The South Pie Bane attends as music is supplied by Ward's Pedestra. performers include Michevs Teeled and a cast of novelty dancers. Betty Blake and Runes Riralil lead winners while James Pringle and Pietro Otlone share the £9 prize.
At the Tolga CWA branch meeting on September 28, plans were set for a weekly scheme to aid the Empire war effort and Patriotic Society funds realised E17. A dainty afternoon tea was served. Mrs Dawson chaired with Mesdames Taylor, Thomas, Dunbar, Steward, and Scaphei present. Apologies from several others. A dance to raise WA funds was scheduled for the weekend. Jule Butcher presided, supplies brought by Macceba, Mer Geaifter and Mer Are Bouin assisted, with the bridge and Solo.
A report from a small town benefit dance highlights local figures volunteering for a fundraiser. Guests include Mrs Wyat and Mrs Mulligan, with performances by the Younger Set. Apologies from several attendees and a lively program of songs and dances mark the event.
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