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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 10, 1943
Page
3
At the Palace venue a public dance night showcases Wendy Barrie and Philip Terry in a film attraction and a live dance band. A novelty program promises prizes for dancing couples, with a member’s draw and quickstep contests. A special sailors’ event and refreshments round out the evening.
A local wedding day feature describes a bridal gown display with white gowns worn by brides and guests. The article recounts the ceremony, decorations, and a reception at the bridegroom’s home with gifts, telegrams, and congratulatory hampers. Attendees include Mrs Leahy, Mr J., and others, with mentions of attendants and a coronet winner.
During the meeting five Subleg certificates were presented to PWM members. The president commended all workers for their operation for the two five, and nominations for green will be received next month. Mr Foberia resignations was received with regret and best wishes in her new abode. The meeting closed with prayer.
The Cairns branch of the Australian Labour Party has called a special meeting for Monday evening at Bo'elock, the Band tom. Cit Council growleds, Apie-etreet. The business in connection with the 19M Labour-a- Polce Convention ends full attendance to Geviredl Mumbers are way to period to bring along any suggestions for discussion.
Round the Red Cross Clock newsletter invites readers to eat swim and socialize at the Red Cross Hospitality Corner next week. Walter Schridde is highlighted as a fishing authority with plans for talks about the Great Barrier Reef and a Behridge lecture. A tennis golf and theatre ticket sign up, with weekly events and last night's winners Joe Conion and Conan/Cochrane noted.
Jon J James Robert Ward a 48 year old cane farmer from Mosman died after a sudden hospital admission on Friday night. Born in Ararat Victoria he moved to Mosman at about age 15 and was described as a quiet steady ideal neighbour. He leaves a widow and distant Victoria relatives. The funeral will be conducted by Rev. R Tatts and will proceed from the family home.
A meeting of the Girl Guides association discussed appointing a new secretary after the resignation of Mrs Hinr i. New members were welcomed as several officers and committee members received tribute. Monthly dues and donations totaled £4 18s with plans to aid wartime services and Christmas mail help.
Reported scarcity in meat supplies grows as several retailers warn of reduced slaughter output. Transport bottlenecks and abattoir delays threaten restocking, with officials noting limited foreign imports. Authorities urge economy and patience amid uncertain market conditions.
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