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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
Sep 26, 1945
Page
6
A fragmented review notes a Tropic al Theater program featuring Clive Brook and Eifion Boone with Baxter and Poillt Per a slate of comedy and musical acts. It mentions plans for a newsreel in February and a Palace Theatre presentation with Farrel occupation context and wartime cinema.
The piece notes wartime shifts in British banking with deposits rising and government securities absorbing funds, while credit has expanded and bank profits show altered patterns. It discusses policy impacts, wartime rates, and the balance between deposits, investments, and government securities as war finance evolves. It mentions the Budget as a driver of credit expansion and notes higher expenditure relative to prewar rules.
Vatican and China discussions continue as Cardinal Spellman arrives in New York to bolster Catholic circles. Reports say church leaders believe a peaceful settlement or clarification may follow, amid ongoing diplomatic sensitivities.
A formal farewell to Sir Leake and his wife from the Tableland community reflects on his tenure and planned departure. Speakers praise his support for north Queensland and irrigation efforts while noting the governor’s emphasis on public service, loyalty, and national advancement.
A garbled text fragment recounts war telegrams and personal notes from Town and Country, mentioning Manila, Austeplin, and several named individuals. It references a prisoner of war recovery, battlefield chatter, and assorted household items, with scattered sports scores and society notices amid the chaotic OCR.
Sept 4 at Atherton reports Sid mon leaving for Victoria after time on the Tableland. Judith Ann and Alihin Thomsen noted as pending incidents. Merle Potcole, Lotta Quipitt, and Jue Sue are mentioned with various movements. Mr Chak Jue Sue returns from Brisbane while Mrs WE MacDonald of Hill End Brisbane and J. Querera are also noted.
A packed hall enjoyed a benefit show supporting Red Cross funds. The program featured the Calne ballet, All Service Band, Medium Regiment choir, and Mrs. Sitaram with melodies like The Gay Nineties and Dusty Road. Highlights included Bill Clinton and Jerry sats in a comic sketch and hearty thanks from Mayor Mrs A given for the town’s support.
Tuesday notices list early closing hours for the Camo Office with multiple room names and local staff. Times shown include 4 am and 5 am slots, with a note on limited service for specific departments and areas. The page references several locations and staff members and highlights today’s exception hours.
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