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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 15, 1942
Page
3
The readable parts mention unclear names and phrases in a stream of garbled words. It reads like an OCR corruption with no coherent events, places, or identifiable people to anchor a factual summary.
Community notes detail a string of dances and events at Boyd’s Mall Stratford and the Trocadero Dance Palais. An evening carnival on Wednesday and a Friday program feature swing and old-time dances with listed bands and entertainers. A welcoming event for visitors is planned with novelties and varied dance programs for attendees.
The article describes Australian Army Ambulance Car Company recruits known as AWAS drivers. Private St Clair and others joined to drive ambulances, haul medical supplies, and perform run repairs. Recruits start as privates, receive training in mechanics and map reading, and are assigned to units after mastery of driving, maintenance, and cross country skills.
A draft Science Daily style notice claims ultraviolet light can sterilize air and surfaces in apartments offices and military facilities. Dr Theodore Wider cites experiments in Philadelphia schools and hospital operating rooms showing reduced contagion with recirculated air and ultraviolet exposure. The report mentions Selene Ultraviolet light and calls for expert installation and medical input to verify effectiveness and safety.
The monthly CUSA committee meeting discussed praise for volunteers and representatives, noting the success of events and fundraisers. Attendees thanked patrons, Northern Theatres Ltd. staff, and numerous committee members for their contributions and support.
Congratulatory note wishing Rosebud a birthday to day with a motto about the world being full of us and a playful reference to Canterbury and Orange Way. Mentions Suni Fe, Sii members, and peturna in a celebratory tone.
A fragmentary recipe note mentions sour milk custard pie with lime and pie plate preparation. Instructions are unclear but refer to pricking the pastry, resting period, and preparing yolk related steps. Names appear garbled, with scattered phrases about lemon and measuring cups.
A fragmented reader puzzle asks about ball types and sports, name origins of an Israelite ruler, a list of players sharing a hidden trait, a term for the White Plague, and uses a thermoidal device to measure temperature or power.
London reports the Minister for Food Lord Woolton refused an appeal against the ice cream manufacture ban to begin October 1. Prewar consumption stood at 30 million gallons yearly, with expected savings of 30,900 tons of transport and thousands of tons of paper annually.
An evening at the Diana 3 seat venue featured Miss M Fedaen delivering a son with applause. With rising numbers and better attendance, the Wernvedge Might tea event continued as plans for a following session were noted.
Fragmented OCR reads suggest CAMS Serene pee and Forts Committee notes. Mentions helpers, packing, and names like Boke and Ommenes but overall text is garbled with no clear event or outcome.
Disjointed OCR text recounts a wartime community gathering and local concerns. Mentions Brine torent worker Germs, CTA Woman's Aid fare, sales talks with Mrs Slater and Gordon, and a plan at TraMilPly meeting. Notes a prisoner's Adoption Fund donation, Mecca leave, and a parcel being prepared. Names include Tre afinn and Neve context, plus various attendees and gifts.
The convener asks all workers to exert special effort in hatch and veg post efforts after receiving notes. Items listed include Mrs. K Young one pair of socks and Mrs. A Puschard two yards of resarine, plus crochet squares as a gift for Mrs. G Bleaes Feliex and others.
Mire Joss Speed of VA Detachment has spent leave with her parents Mr and Mrs Speed and returns to Charters Towers this morning. The article notes Wing-Commander Carey, Stormer etc and mentions battles in Burma with 30 enemy ships shot down, highlighting wartime service and homefront detail.
The Cairne CWA Younger Set held its September 1 meeting at the Menorah cive on Mt P. Wilcox with apologies from several members. Discussions covered fundraisers and concerts for all services, donations planned for sheepskin pelts, and the charity drive for hospital libraries. The group agreed to continue monthly entertainments and to host a profit dance for the QCWA appeal with proceeds aiding service members.
The Cent ral Methodist Ladies Guild met in the choir vestry on a Wednesday in September. Attendees included Rev J L Rowley and Mrs Rowley with several others. The group discussed welfare items, donations, a wireless tram site, and plans for a church anniversary and a high train conjunction in October.
A misread health advertisement from Australia features claims about Kidney Pills, mentioning drug names and supposed long term effects. The text is garbled and unclear but suggests a promotion of remedies with alleged health benefits and cautions from medical practitioners.
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