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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 21, 1945
Page
6
The Rex Theatre hosts a varied program featuring performances by Pat O'Brien, Rex Theatre orchestra, and guest artists. Highlights include dancing numbers, a peacetime dance, and a maritime theme event at Edmontontown with local performers and prominent musicians.
Aldomba notes the death of Eddie Barrett, famed Cairns and Atherton Tableland figure, a former Ianboe Football Club player and swimmer with Cairns Amateur Swimming Club. He served in the Royal Australian Air Force Lancaster crew, was killed during a Konigaberg raid, and was beloved by Cairns and Atherton communities for his sportsmanship and friendship.
The text notes an activesearch for survey and study of alien fish in inland streams. It mentions Barron River and Atherioa Tubieland as sites, says many fish exist, including big bream and eels, and calls for an army of researchers to find effective capture methods.
Australian officials report a gradual improvement in supply but stress a continuing shortage of essential materials for manufacturing. Imports from the United States have been limited to meet domestic demand, with policymakers urging expanded local production and manpower to reduce reliance on foreign supplies.
Roll of Honour lists Flight-Sergeant Robert Hudson McLean husband of Mrs RH McLean of 3 Warrego Street Calma killed in action over Konigsberg Germany on August 30 1944 aged 33 Born in Sydney lived in Calms final resting at Thornburmy Colle. He worked for Northern Builders Ltd in Cairns and enlisted in the RAAF in June 1942 after training in Australia he went to England.
Mire and W Farrweather are staying at Machon's Beach. Mr Fairweather is occupying a residence there. They may have returned from the south and are seen at their Behan home.
A termfined meeting of Mareebs and Dumnulan tobacco growers will be held at Mareeba on Saturday September 22. Train service has been delayed and will leave Mareeba at 1 pm.
The article details botanical and paleontological notes from Queensland and Gore quarries, including Tagetes erecta in Texes Santuliferan, and Marsupial remains such as Sarcophilus laniger and Phascalomys mitchell. It mentions Ball and Longman collecting specimens for the Queensland Museum, with Carboniferous-age deposits and emus appearing in South Australia, observed near Kinerton Road and Beachport.
In Cairns today many visitors from New Guinea and Queensland depart by train and plane. Notables include Lt Col KW Law, Roy Hughes district manager for TG Assurance, and families such as Mr and Mrs J Brown. Squadron Leader W Ahearn prepares to return home after two years in the North, with others seen at Mercy and St. Vincent’s events.
Fragmented lines describe perfumes, flowers, and a remembered woman. The speaker praises warmth, body, and youthful charm, mixing romantic imagery with dreamlike scents. The piece links scent to identity and allure, ending with mentions of color tones and cosmetic hints.
Fragmentary text recalls courageous youths answering a call to defend land and race against tyranny. It honors sacrifice and unity, praising steadfast spirit, prayers, and a solemn salute to those who gave their lives for survival and a way of life.
A meeting of the Ordovale Women’s Auxil Mart, with 18 members present, was presided over by Mrs GK Alley. A letter of appreciation was received from the Limbles Soldiers Sailors and Airmen. An appeal for donations was discussed.
A dance and euchre party event on Betorday featured a dancing competition with prizes for several participants. Notable attendees included Mr V, Mint Todd, Briscoe, and Misses D ind and J O'Meara who performed between dances, with a focus on prize offerings and door entries.
Wellington reports a crew member on the barque Pamir scaling the top yard to deliver a telegram. The climber, assisted by the ship’s master, faced a strong breeze while fellow crew members watched. The deck witnessed cheers as the feat concluded.
The Australian High Commissioner announced that 18 wives of Australian servicemen and 36 children will depart from Beneties San f on October 6 aboard the Visiteoria to join their husbands in Australia. The plan is part of arrangements being made for their relocation.
A fragmented passage notes a surge of large tins and a vague phrase about hiding away qirotes barvere. The wording is oblique with no clear events, dates, or identifiable individuals.
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