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Illawarra · Pictures, dances & concerts

Pictures, dances & concerts, 1939

326 stories in Illawarra's papers · page 5 of 17

The Pictures Coming Attractions "Topper Takes a Trip"

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 19 May 1939 · page 7

Hal Roach's "Topper Takes A Trip" is one of the daffiest, gayest and most uproariously funny comedies to reach the screen this season. Beautifully…

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G.u.o.o.f. Successful Dance and Presentation

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 19 May 1939 · page 20

Members of the Wollongong Branch of the Grand United Order of Oddfellows conducted a very successful dance and…

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Thirroul School Library Fund Concert

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 19 May 1939 · page 6

A concert was held in the Diggers' Hall, Thirroul, on the 11th May, to raise funds for a new library at the school. It was organised by the…

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Sunday Night Concert

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 19 May 1939 · page 11

The Chief Secretary's Department is determined that the Illawarra District Eisteddfod Society will observe the law in regard to Sunday night…

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Concert

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 19 May 1939 · page 12

On Tuesday night, in the Princess Theatre, corrimal, a very excellent concert to aid St. Alban's Church of England funds, was held. A variety…

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Wollongong District Orchestra

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 26 May 1939 · page 11
Also in South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus

In recent years owing to various causes this orchestra has passed through a trying period. A praiseworthy attempt is being…

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Steelworks Band

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 26 May 1939 · page 17

Although the Wollongong works Band has only been in existence for four years, it has made rapid strides in bringing honors to the…

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Communist Ball

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 26 May 1939 · page 19

The first annual ball under the auspices of the South Coast District of the Communist Party, was held at the Wollongong Soldiers' Memorial…

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Annual Ball

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 26 May 1939 · page 6

The E.R. & S. Company's social committee, which includes Messrs. Bellamy, Wilshire, Brittingham, Keir, Ali, Flamank and Button, is hard at…

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Financial Assistance Needed By Steelworks Band

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 26 May 1939 · page 1

Although the Steelworks Band has only been in existence for four years, it has mode rapid strides in bringing honours to the town, lost year…

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The Pictures Coming Attractions "Four Girls in White"

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 26 May 1939 · page 1

"Four Girls in White" pays a tribute to the great profession of nursing. Featuring a cast of five principals, comprising Florence Rice, Una…

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Footballers' Dance

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 27 May 1939 · page 1

The footballers' euchre party and fancy dress masquerade dance, held in the School of Arts on Wednesday night last was undoubtedly one of the most…

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The Pictures Coming Attractions "Prison Without Bars"

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 2 June 1939 · page 1

A stirring insight into the tragedy and sorrow behind the administration of social service is provided in "Prison Without Bars," a brilliant drama…

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Apex Ball Success of Local Club's Effort

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 2 June 1939 · page 9

Australian mothers of the isolated parts of the continent, will benefit from the annual Apex Ball held in the Bernardero Hall Last Saturday night…

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Grand Concert in Aid of Crippled Children's Fund

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 2 June 1939 · page 4

A concert was held in the Wollongong Town Hall Annex on Tuesday night by the members of the Illawarra Musical Society, in aid of the Rotary…

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Euchre Party and Dance

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 3 June 1939 · page 4

The euchre party and dance held in the School of Arts on Wednesday evening in aid of the Catholic Church funds, was a huge success, the net pofit being…

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Red Cross Dance. at Gerringong

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 3 June 1939 · page 2

Under the auspices of the Gerringong Red Cross Society, a very successful and enjoyable euchre party dance was hold in the School of Arts on…

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Church Concert

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 3 June 1939 · page 2

Under the auspices of the Kiama Scots Church, a concert is to be held in the Oddfellows' Hall on Thursday, 8th June. An enjoyable programme…

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Footballers' Dance. at Jamberoo

The Kiama Reporter and Illawarra Journal · Wednesday 7 June 1939 · page 2

Under the auspices of the Jamberoo Football Club, a very enjoyable and successful euchre party and dance was held in the School of Arts on Saturday…

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