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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Oct 29, 1943
Page
3
A chaotic but lively entertainment note describes a charity event with a military style orchestra and brand new acts. Performances feature singers dancers and a comedic routine. Proceeds go toward ambulance services and local charitable groups in a thrumming program.
The Gordonvale Red Cross Society branch held a monthly meeting with many members in attendance. Receipts included a 200 cheque from Gordonvale Patriotic Fund. financials were audited and approved. 35 pounds was voted for the headquarter quota. sewing and garment work continued with numerous items finished and sent to Brisbane.
The text records notice of the annual general meeting of the Caine Start Bowkett Building and Investment Society. It notes proposed appropriations, two auctions of 2300 each, a 800 item, and a 80 widon in Group 4. It mentions progress by the society and emphasizes low loan premiums and past performance.
A reminiscence recalls a father guiding study of Lepidoptera and local insect life. It notes a boyhood routine of walks, field collecting, and boiling billy, then reflects on the bond, the teaching of nature, and the enduring charm of natural history.
Members of the Australian Army Medical Women's section who recently arrived in New Guinea are eager to begin work under In-Charge Lieutenant Movi Bentley. They face harsh conditions living in tents with limited food, insects, and primitive facilities while receiving support from YMCA officials and local authorities. Recreation and social activities are arranged as servicemen escort them on travel and duty assignments.
Pte Charles Lindsay Doyle QX29601 of the tls Division is recorded as died of wounds on October 10, 1543. The notice states he is the son of Mr and Mrs C Doyle of 127 Esplanade Carrns.
The wedding occurred at a church on October 18 with Padre officiating and a tre Coupe at the reception. Cpl Cynthia Sim attended the bride along with Cpl Mary Costin. The bride was given away by Cpl P Cambridge. After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of Mr and Mrs W Suit, Wen Cairns.
The 13th annual Cairns CDA meeting convened Thursday October 7 at St Moniess Club zoom. Rev Fathers J O’Donnell and C Sullivan joined as chaplains with Mayor Collin and Mavorgen A Cann among speakers. President Chris Shambrook presented a strong annual report showing a balance of £1084 8 10. attendees praised the year’s success and church and charitable work.
The Herberton community notes the death of Min C Harding widow of Charles Harding after a long illness. She lived with Mrs Muir in Brisbane before passing away Saturday morning. A devoted CW.A member and charitable helper, she left surviving relatives including Mrs Wallace and Mrs Knowles. Sympathy extends to Mik. Lan Smmervon and Melbourne connections.
A wartime theater plan outlines parsonage themed entertainments across Verewave. Troop units will perform with nonprofit support from local communities. Productions aim to draw families, especially youths, to a Sunday event at the Trocadero Dance Hall with free admission and a weekly variety program.
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