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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 20, 1942
Page
3
A garbled OCR passage mentions Jazlam Has Changed and a mix of phrases about people, objects, and events. Readable bits point to a local context with names, dates, and places obscured by errors, offering limited concrete facts for a compact newspaper brief. The text references various individuals and possible community notes but contains many illegible segments.
Fragmentary OCR text yields few clear facts. Readable names and places are absent. The fragment resembles a military or local notice but lacks verifiable entities or events to summarize coherently.
A bustling entertainment brief notes upcoming cinema offerings with a focus on ambitious productions. It highlights a new comedy and a dramatic showcase featuring renowned performers such as Arthur Anker and notable screen stars.
A gala event at the Tracadero promises a lively program featuring popular dances and performances. Dancers are invited to join, with plans for a main performance by the Shigranme Dancers and an All-star Swine Band. Tickets priced at 30 cents and 11 cent admission are noted for Saturday October.
Muriel Heed of Syaney and other young women enlist in the Australian Women's Army Service AWAS signals unit. The article details their training at a camp, daily routines, and ambition to serve in communications roles, with notes on pay, postings, and the goal of contributing to Australia’s war effort.
The text blends references to Bronte novels Agnes Grey Vilette Epiphany and the Fight to Egypt with remarks on music and science. It mentions names like Dorsal and De Fab, and hints at historical events from 1918 and Epiphany celebrations, creating a collage of disparate items from culture and history.
Fragmentary verse quotes appear about man and fate with references to Beaumont and Fletcher. The text includes lines on an honest man and the eternal, ending with a biblical allusion to John 6 32. Names and context are unclear due to ruined OCR.
Seapelle and the Home Dirve send warm birthday wishes for many happy returns to Mountain Mis, Wild Winters, Lady Micoune, Winter Flower, Amraes Pride, and Sway of the Field. The note references a February start and family sentiment.
A quirky recipe fragment lists eggs and coconut with unclear measurements. It describes mixing coconut crumbs butter and milk then cooking or baking with steps partly garbled. The text resembles a scrambled home recipe card with invented terms and possible custard notes.
The article outlines wartime style food strategy in Britain with emphasis on preserving staples like potatoes and milk, using left overs and Scandinavian methods to stretch supplies. Government ministries seek to maintain health while rationing bread and price controls.
A garbled passage evokes the sea and land with references to valleys and furrowed fields. The text weaves misread names and distortions, mentioning storms, streams, and ventures, creating a dreamlike geography without clear events or speakers.
Fragmented readable lines show names like Mona, Findlay, Pattweather, Gummow, Warner, and Moynahan among numerous helpers and committee members. The text lists many individuals and roles in a women’s work group with scattered phrases about a monthly meeting and a Penny scheme, hinting at a communal or charitable effort with limited coherent structure.
A Red Cross society social evening at Freshwater Hall drew a large crowd with dancing cards and a supper supplied by Hazel Team and helpers Misses M Marne and Bo McCarthy. An October 24 Prisoners War fund dance at Boyce Hall is advertised, with future events and cordial notes on forthcoming meetings and required forrestry items.
The Roll of Honour lists Private J Evans and Smaller AW Gunther among those who served in the 1914 18 war. Gunther was killed on duty July 17 from shrapnel in a bomb blast, aged 28. James Gaull served in the Middle East and the war. Desmond MacDoc and others are named with details of their service and deaths. The notice records interments at Alamein Bay Cemetery, England and notes surviving relatives and local connections.
Women auxiliary members organize a large bridge party to be held tomorrow at the Ange Club. Secretaries note long attendance and plans for Christmas cheer parcels. A man from Morvaty Boturr was employed at Huncuth's Box TA and traveled widely. he was well known in Cattus Privmie dH Gill and later died in Cairne.
Partial text references Pie Md Marrella and Harvey Jamie Peterata as a family relation to Mr and Mrs PW Seren, with unclear place Harvey Creek. Mentions Japanese war, private, and William De Babi as an owner. Night of July 3802 vague, implying a historical obituary fragment with damaged OCR.
The Catholic Unised Services Auxiliary and CASA CAIRNS with CLSA provided meals, tea, coffee, and baths for servicemen. Donations of cakes and supplies arrived from many locals. A Friday Children of Mary dance event featured performances by numerous women and men, drawing strong support and praise for a united war effort.
A report notes increased camouflage net making led by Mrs. J T Roche as new groups form at 4A. Wuinten's Club under Mrs. Jectrem. St Andrew's Guild adds to its unit and St John's Guild also enlarges. Total nets completed and those in progress are listed with numerous women volunteers across CWA, Salvation Army Home League, and St John’s Women's Guild.
A damaged wartime social note from the Salvation Army and Presbyterian Women shows tributes to workers and officers. Names such as Captain LM Crown and Mrs N Tredrea appear alongside notes of committee work and praise for dedication to charitable service.
The monthly Methodist Lad ies Guild met on Wednesday October 31 with Rev J L C Rowley presiding. Attendees included Mesdames Rowley Kenny Primus Mills Peters McGrigor Andrews A Suneard Carson Kill Wood Armstrong Stromwe and Robimrose. An apology from Mrs Christiansen was read. Arrangements were made for the anniversary fee and Air Observation Corps discussed. Afternoon tea was served by Mesdames Millett and Peters. Next meeting plans named Mesdames J Armstrong and Hill.
Servicemen are reminded to bring worn or damaged clothing to the Memorial Home on Esplanade each Tuesday for repairs and alterations. Last week over 100 garments were fixed. Organizers include Mesdanes RM, Per Bert Bartlett, Bo Hunter, Srontey, Fe Connors, P Aten, WS Span, H Perr, A Btevens, Edge Hills, Alest A Dowling, Bryant, Bris. Fama, and Wo Wham.
J. M. Gallogis was returned to Townville after leave with parents Mr and Mrs J Gallogis. Pte Thm Crowley of Queerah arrives from southern saleasy, plans a month’s leave. Mr HH Calling, MLA for Cook, arrived in Cairns Saturday, will depart for the Tableland.
A list of donors and attendees for a Memorial Home event is recorded. Apologies and donations were received. The prize draw winner was Mrs Shiepe, with the winning number as yet unknown. An auction or raffle party is announced for the WE WA Shespaku area.
Report of a Ladies bridge event at Pray sernaon Club with teams led by C Evans A Sullivan Hawthorme L Tones W Jenkan and others. Dances, plate games, and a sale raised funds. details include donations from Emelie and Gloria Tenn, prizes to Mrs Tully and Barrett, and a special hacky door prize.
Genner A Dove of Helenvale died after a short illness at the Ceumas General Hospital. The funeral was held at Cooktown, with a large turnout from the district. Survived by wife Kathleen Pollard, a daughter and two sisters, plus many relatives and friends. Burial arrangements by HM. Svendsen Pty Ltd, with services conducted by Ray Preston. Public messages of sympathy poured in from numerous families and local organizations.
Fragmentary prose reflects on the plain sky aiding or harming the land and weather, comparing clouds to a jacquard loom. The piece cites a line from Secon des 3 Tournal by Arthur A, invoking countryside imagery, seasons, and the struggle of harvest under changing skies.
Fragmented wartime reflection recalls the dash for victory and discipline. Voices in a mangled text plead for unity, urging every person to endure, believe, and strive for triumph together. The message emphasizes loyalty, memory, and collective strength in trying times.
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