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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 19, 1928
Page
8
Fragmented shopper note lists CALICO fabrics and items with special prices. Mentions 1/3 yard offers and items like 3/6 yard specials, mosquito netting, and various fabric names. Unclear dates or locations but reads as a local advertisement.
A lively midweek program features a mix of film and live acts. Highlights include a two reel comedy, a dramatic feature with Annabelle West, and a starry cast led by Rex Henge. A matinee option and a special concert night with the Orchestra promise varied entertainment.
The review describes a local pantomime titled Mather Goose with a lively Principal Boy and a serene foil, noting energetic performances by Jack Kearney and Minn Nolo Kotte. It praises the music, witty dialogue, and eye catching dance numbers though lampoons some crowd-pleasing scenes and gestures, highlighting a polished pianist and well chosen ballet interludes.
Fragmentary reader note describes unsafe hair wash product mixing and usage with unclear steps. Mentions washing bar with water, applying portions to scalp, and concerns about irritation. Contains scattered phrases about preparation, cleansing, and potential harm, with references to individuals and routine care.
Fragmented OCR records show a jumble of names and places including ANO town prompts, references to Palen Mela, Sydney Watton, Rev. Vathor Meant, and Miss Hilda Clifford. The text mentions examination dates, conferences, and social gatherings with mixed names, locations, and activities, but specifics are obscured.
A dispute centers on contract levels for a road or drainage project at Janes Lane. Engineers and Rutherford clash over measurements and whether extra fill was required. The engineer could not confirm the yardage or cost, and the speaker argued the contractor was not asked to determine the level amounts.
Mr MK Creagh the engineer argued a misunderstanding led to the dispute. The contractor faced blame for material quality and alignment while officials debated responsibility for cost overruns and the engineer’s fees. A council decision set total costs at 718 pounds plus contractor charges, with accountability for the engineer’s fee to be allocated.
Fragmented obituary text lists many names and relations, indicating a funeral notice. It references families and individuals such as Hallie, Moresey, Keyes, Peters, Towler, Harris, and Arthur, with scattered place hints like Danvers and Machmachie and mentions of dates and attendance. The legible details show a community memorial paragraph rather than a cohesive biography.
The meeting will review a local delegate's report from the Townsville conference. A recent case of distress will also be discussed, with full attendance expected to hear updates.
An unusual demand is noted for a Tur Yslean engine claimed to boost economy and efficiency. The advert claims unprecedented wear resistance, synchronized valve timing with pistons, and low maintenance with no valve seating removal needed. An Inca agent to Alfred Taylor Tut offers demonstrations.
Murray and Bennetts appear with Norarien Fi NATION in a Calne chamber matter. Iane Chambers agents J Bennett Jo Rainer for Pa o Lobken Log report proceedings sealed.
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