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Illawarra · Pictures, dances & concerts

Pictures, dances & concerts, 1942

211 stories in Illawarra's papers · page 4 of 11

Marshall Mount Patriotic Dance

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 17 April 1942 · page 6

The periodical dance for patriotic funds, held on Saturday evening, was again very successful. On this occasion the proceeds were…

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Ame Ricans and Sunday Pictures

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 17 April 1942 · page 6

At the Dapto Presbyterian Church last Sunday, the Rev. Slade Mullen warmly commended the Chief Secretary (Mr. Baddeley) for his…

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The Pictures Coming Attractions Wollongong Theatres Circuit "Here Comes Mr. Jordan."

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 17 April 1942 · page 5

One of the finest casts ever assembled, in what Hollywood regards as one of the finest pictures ever made, may be seen in Columbia's "Here…

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A Concert

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 17 April 1942 · page 3

The funds of the Wollongong Business Girl in the "Miss Illawarra Quest" should benefit considerably as a result of the concert to be…

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Steelworks Concert Group

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 17 April 1942 · page 17

The Steelworks concert group again presented a fine concert last Friday at the breakwater camp, Pt. Kembla. The quarters, after the…

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Concert and Dance At Jamberoo A Great Success

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 18 April 1942 · page 1

The concert and dance organised by the Jamberoo Junior Farmer Club in aid of the Red Cross and Comforts Fund was a great success,…

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Jamberoo Dance For Hospital Auxiliary

The Kiama Reporter and Illawarra Journal · Wednesday 22 April 1942 · page 3

A very enjoyable and successful dance and euchre party was held in the Jamberoo School of Arts on Saturday night last, in aid of the…

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The Pictures Coming Attractions Wollongong Theatres Circuit "49th PARALLEL"

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 24 April 1942 · page 2

Director Michael Powell brings to the screen the story of the reactions of six Nazi sailors, survivors of a sunken U-boat, to all they see and…

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New Princess Theatre Corrimal Re-opens Wednesday, April 29

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 24 April 1942 · page 5

The announcement that the Popular Princess Theatre, Corrimal, will have a gala re-opening next Wednesday, April 29th, is news which will…

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'New' Princess Theatre Corrimal Re-opens Wednesday, April 29

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 24 April 1942 · page 5

The announcement that the popular Princess Theatre, Corrimal, will have a gala reopening next Wednesday, April 29th, is news which will be…

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Overseas News Australia Will See Giant War Pictures Sent Out by Britain

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 24 April 1942 · page 2

An exhibition of giant photographs illustrating the story of Britain in war time will soon be visiting Melbourne, Sydney, Adelaide and…

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Splendid Patriotic Effort Boxing At Crown Theatre Bennell Outpoints Lee After Good Dismay Clarke & Badans Draw After Hectic Contest

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 24 April 1942 · page 4

Excellent organisation, combined with an attractive boxing programme was responsible for the huge audience that attended at the Crown Theatre…

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Concert

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 24 April 1942 · page 4

To assist the candidature of Miss Ruby Buist, the business girl candidate in the quest for Miss Illawarra, Miss O. Davies organised…

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Steelworks Concert Group

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 24 April 1942 · page 14

The usual weekly concert given by the Steelworks Concert Group was held in the Presbyterian Hall Canteen, Wollongong. The usual…

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Hospital Dance

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 1 May 1942 · page 5

The dance, which was arranged by the staff of the Wollongong District Hospital was held in the Soldiers' Club, Wollongong, last night, and was…

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Princess Theatre Reopens

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 1 May 1942 · page 6

There was a good attendance at the re-opening or the above theatre on Wednesday night. The theatre has been entirely modernised in every…

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The Pictures Coming Attractions Wollongong Theatres Circuit "How Green Was My Valley"

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 1 May 1942 · page 3

This is a great human story different from anything yet brought to the screen. It is packed with sympathetic appeal and drama for every kind of…

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Albion Park News Concert

Illawarra Mercury · Friday 1 May 1942 · page 4

Heavy rain on March 27th had caused the postponement of the concert held on Friday last In the Literary Institute. The function was…

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Steelworks Concert Group

South Coast Times and Wollongong Argus · Friday 1 May 1942 · page 11

At the request of officers and men of a military unit in this district the Steelworks Concert Group gave a return concert at the Camp last…

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Gerringong Dance P. and C. Association

The Kiama Independent, and Shoalhaven Advertiser · Saturday 2 May 1942 · page 4

A euchre party and dance was held under the auspices of the Omega Parents and Citizens' Association, in aid of their funds; and also the…

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