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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 05, 1916
Page
3
Local notes report Hughes returning from Mossman and Abbott returning to Bubinda while senior officers visit Cairns. Enoggera camp enlistment of athlete Dan Egan is noted along with other regional visits, injuries, and a Masonic Hall meeting. Ravennshoe notes describe dry spell prep, apple show, mandarins, and a cooperative association discussion on roads and finances.
The Rev Father Dempsey officiated at a large Chillagoe church wedding witnessed by many. The bride wore a charmeuse satin gown with lace and tulle, train bearers included Eileen O'Hara. After signing the register, guests enjoyed a luncheon at the material Hotel. The couple depart for Yunpaburra then Cooktown for their future home.
The article describes broad authorities to control clothing consumption. It notes minimum requirements by occupation, asks applicants for wardrobe details when applying for permits, and outlines reissuance rules for replacing worn garments. It cites personal circumstances and wear as factors in approvals and hints at wartime restrictions.
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