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Pictures, dances & concerts, 1932

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New Sydney Repertory Theatre

The Sydney Morning Herald · Saturday 30 January 1932 · page 8

At St. James's Hall to night, Mr. Scott Alexander will produce a new series of French Grand Guignol plays. For next Saturday he announces Diversion," a new play by John van Druten, author of…

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Bridge Theatre.—"the White Devil."

The Sydney Morning Herald · Saturday 30 January 1932 · page 8

Ivan Mosjoukin is the central figure of the screen drama, "The White Devil," to begin a week's season to-day at the Bridge Theatre, near Circular Quay. "Mystery of Life' 'is the supporting…

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Pen Pictures of Popular Preachers VIII.—Rev. Joseph Parker, D.D.

The Methodist · Saturday 30 January 1932 · page 12

I am afraid I have undertaken an almost impossible task. Dr. Parker was' in no sense ordinary, few men really understood him, and I almost tremble at the difficulties in the track I have…

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Scottish Concert

The Sydney Morning Herald · Saturday 30 January 1932 · page 8

Monday last was the 173rd anniversary of the birth of Robert Burns, the national poet of Scotland, and to celebrate this occasion the Burns Anniversary Club announces a concert and dance,…

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Band Contests

Truth · Sunday 31 January 1932 · page 16

THERE should be a big attendance of band enthusiasts at the Sports Ground this afternoon to witness the marching display of the 22 bands that…

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WEE Gumnut Babies BIB and BUB Tale and Pictures

The Sun · Sunday 31 January 1932 · page 6

Said Mrs. Bear, "We're the Hikers' Club. I'm going on a Tramp with Bib and Bub." "Chippio," they cried, as they hit the track, "Take care of yourself till we come back."…

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Theatre Ticket Free For Best Letters About the Jalkies

The Sun · Sunday 31 January 1932 · page 39

TWO good scats are available at one of Sydney's leading picture theatres for each of the writers of the letters below. Mark envelopes "Talkie Letters," and address to "The Sunday Sun and Guardian," 60-66 Elizabeth Street, Sydney. I Candid opinions may be given…

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Porcelain Ball Is London's Latest Tickets Bore Golden Keys-- The Winner Unlocked Cabinet of Priceless China LONDON, January 2

The Sun · Sunday 31 January 1932 · page 21

LONDON latest dance sensation Was the Porcelain Ball, held in the newly constructed dance room at Claridges, and Was the most original charity of air that has been seen here for years. The makers of all the famous china. Crown Derby, Coalport, Minton, Royal Worcestershire and Spode, all contributed valuable pieces as prizes. These Were placed in…

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Our Tennis Cracks Were Not In the Race Crawford Caves in Japanese Trio Brilliant in All Phases "Backyard Pat Ball" Perth

Truth · Sunday 31 January 1932 · page 8

DISASTROUS for Australia was the first day of the second series of tests between Japan and Australia. DUNLOP, Crawford and Hopman went down in quick succession before Satoh, Nunoi and Harada…

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Band of Hope

The Labor Daily · Monday 1 February 1932 · page 5

The school holiday campaign of the Band of Hope Council, was concluded at Collaroy on Friday. In all, 700 boys and girls have been…

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"Leap Year." Roxy Theatre

The Sydney Morning Herald · Monday 1 February 1932 · page 5

Another bright and varied revue under the title of "Leap Year ' was presented by Mr. Frank Neil at the Roxy Theatre on Saturday night. Interesting songs, comedy sketches, and…

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Varied Bill at Roxy Theatre

The Labor Daily · Monday 1 February 1932 · page 7

The Roxy Theatre should continue to be popular with theatregoers if this week's bill la a fair sample of the fare Neill is to offer in the…

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Menace of the Fortune-teller U.s.a. Police Campaign Fakes Revealed at Theatre

The Labor Daily · Monday 1 February 1932 · page 7

Now and then the Sydney public reads in the daily newspapers of the arrest of some person-- nearly always a woman--on a…

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Police Watched Sunday Night Talkie Theatre

The Daily Telegraph · Tuesday 2 February 1932 · page 7

Though their interest was not in the pictures that were screened, police, it is believed, showed a very real curiosity in the first Sunday night…

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Artists' Ball and Mrs. T. H. Kelly

The Daily Telegraph · Tuesday 2 February 1932 · page 4

SPEEDING homeward by the Esquilino, due in Sydney in 10 days' time, are Mrs. T. H. Kelly and her daughter Beatrice…

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Umpire Hit By Ball From Jack Ryder BRISBANE

The Sun · Tuesday 2 February 1932 · page 11

When Jack Ryder, the Victorian captain, was batting in the Shield Match against Queensland to-day, he hit a…

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3000 Film Pictures a Second

The World's News · Wednesday 3 February 1932 · page 10

A new cinema camera, capable of taking 3000 pictures a second, and covering about one-third of a mile of film in three minutes, was demonstrated before the College of France by its…

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X-Ray Pictures of the Sinuses

The World's News · Wednesday 3 February 1932 · page 19

X-RAY pictures of the nasal sinuses, those tiny cavities in the skull which have caused discomfort and pain to many persons, provide a positive…

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Bridge Ball Notable Event At Opening

The Sun · Wednesday 3 February 1932 · page 18

ELABORATE decorations, including a floral model of the Harbor Bridge, are planned for the North Sydney Bridge Opening Celebration…

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At the Pictures: Latest Talkies Reviewed By Iris Norton Dexter

Sydney Mail · Wednesday 3 February 1932 · page 17

Revival of "Ben Hur." ... Arliss in "Alexander Hamilton." ... Cantor in "Palmy Days." ... "Rich Man's Folly" another American tragedy…

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