The foyer of the new theatre at Woodford built after the 1937 fire

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TitleThe foyer of the new theatre at Woodford built after the 1937 fireDescriptionThe foyer of the new theatre located at 115 Archer Street Woodford built after the 1937 fire which destroyed Alexandra Hall and the Post Office and the Barber Shop. In 1937 the Alexandra Hall which was owned by R.A. Evans burnt down along with the Post Office and Barber Shop. A new theatre was built to take its place. This being the first building in Woodford specifically designed as a theatre. In the new theatre which was leased by Alec and Jean Marshall twin movie machines gave Woodford theatregoers their first non-stop pictures. The Marshalls (previously from Redcliffe) later bought the theatre. The foyer of Woodford Theatre showing a selection of the entertainment of the day. Refer to Page 314 of the publication From Spear & Musket. This photograph was taken ca. 1940.Dateca. 1940PhotographerUnknownCollectorDepartment of Primary IndustriesRecord typePhotographFormat typePhysicalOriginal format colourBlack and white

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Geo coords^[1]Geo address115, Archer Street, Woodford, 4514, Australia

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CollectionCaboolture Library Photographic Collection

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PlaceWoodford (Qld.)Subject (keywords)posters & placardstheatres & cinemasadvertising signstheatre foyers

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Access restrictionsPhysical copy restrictedRestrictions on useRestrictions varyConditions of useYou may print, copy or download images for private research. This image may be reproduced for non-commercial purposes with acknowledgement. [e.g. Image courtesy of City of Moreton Bay, reference number CLPC-P0001] To obtain copies for commercial purposes or of a higher resolution, contact local.history@moretonbay.qld.gov.au. Charges apply

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