06 Jun 1927
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Newspaper
Albany Despatch
Location
Albany, Western Australia, Australia
Date
Jun 06, 1927
Page
1
The feature outlines new evening wear trends with transparent effects, fringes, pearls, and diamente embellishments. It notes silk imports from England, pearl motifs, and Paris to London buttonhole trends, plus shawls, Shetland wraps, and retreats from long skirts toward knee-length and bare backs in elegant frocks.
Thrift buyers alert as Mercery and Clothing Depart offers deep cuts across coats trousers shirts and gloves. Highlights include men’s oil coats 14/11, waterproof overcoats 29/6, wool trousers 15/11, and extra specials on sweaters and frocks with stocktaking prices across fabrics, knits, and linens.
Tasmanian Wireless Lovers League secretary from Hobart reports a Wireless Commission witness that whaling crews near the South Polar regions could hear Sydney and Melbourne programs clearly at full loudspeaker strength. The broadcasts provided relief during off duty hours and matched mainland station content, reflecting the value of an efficient broadcasting service for isolated workers.
A reader testifies Doan's Ointment cures eczema and skin irritations after years of failures. The note from Mrs. J. F. Potter of Albany credits a single pot with lasting relief, noting the condition recurred after summers but vanished after use. Produced by Foater McCrellan Co. in Sydney.
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