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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 08, 1940
Page
7
Fragmentary and garbled lines hint at a devotional or reflective piece. It mentions Denkers like De Tocqueville and a call to steadfast action in the world, urging faith and resolve without wavering. The exact source and context are unclear due to OCR corruption.
Ethereal missives from the Bains Circle celebrate Coral Sarma with a wish for happiness and a motto about not much done without brothers The Balmne Circle sends birthday joy to Flower Gatherer while The Bates Circle sends wishes to Whacko in a festive, communal toast
A fragmented collage of questions mixes references to Mosaic work and mythic figures with historic rulers and odd item lists. The passage seems to invite reader answers on ancient themes, English rulers, and improbable rewards, ending with an instruction that answers appear on the last page.
A Gordomvale church wedding featured Beardie Stone, Mealloon and Tintabode among the wedding party. Bride wore embossed gown with family emblems. guests included Mrs Beardie, Mrs McAlinnn, and Mrs Edmond. A reception followed with a charity sale and bouquets, as guests celebrated until late afternoon.
Reader submitted tale invites entries for a "true story" contest with a long, mixed fragment of prose. The piece blends reminiscence and travelogue style, mentioning memories, locations, and vivid imagery while inviting personal stories and experiences.
An article notes the Women’s Auxiliary at Esalla organizing rooms on Tuesday and an October 25 sale to fund distress relief for returning soldiers and dependents. Donations from Cairns Gira, Sid and Cay Mugmahin, and others support a Christmas cheer effort with theatres aiding Northern Theatres Ltd. A committee meeting at Mrs. E A Atherton’s residence outlines fund plans and a December charity program with performances at Pelage Theatre to aid the Comforts Committee.
October 6 Brisbane Governor praised the Women’s Land Army for their work at Lane Pocket. He urged continued expert training and noted the Department of Agriculture’s support for lightening financial burdens as ongoing needs. Observers described the workers’ spirit and dedication as vital to wartime farming efforts.
The Rabinda branch reports a general knitting gathering on September 25 with strong turnout. Members donated 24 pairs of socks and 52 total items including mufflers, scarves, mittens, and garments for relief efforts and dispatch to headquarters. The event featured president Mrs. Prite and included a show of work at local venues.
An OCR damaged passage paints Sugar Island coast where a rugged river trip unfolds. It describes a chaotic scene with boats, shorebound towns, and improvised shelters, as villagers and invaders clash in a tense, uneasy encounter along a broad riverfront.
A garbled kitchen note describes mixing sausage with grain, adding cream and herbs, and cooking eggs. It mentions a chilled mole sauce served with lettuce and vegetables, referencing various unclear ingredients and substitutions.
A notice states Mr Ales Martin named as appointee of the format a Cress Sar Walters Battle and mentions a committee meeting at Seigler Club on Monday. The source reads as an internal appointment and meeting detail for the organization.
Fragmented report notes October activities in Australia offering to place 842 children with Australian families. It mentions a foreign entity and unclear statements about the origin and reception of children, with chaotic phrasing and unverified details.
A late 1908 Cairns page notes figures and activities at the Top of Australia event. Mentions Rene and Jim Tena, Danve, Bow the Gries, and local clubs with social gatherings and primary meetings. Sparse readable names indicate a community sports and social calendar in October 1908.
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