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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1940
Page
2
Fragments hint at a medical or personal health note with names and unclear actions. Readable terms include Mat nd Albin te Prete r and Hes oh Natplicalvoers Beapey Se. Details are garbled but suggest a nonoperative lip clearance or related procedure context.
The Pittsworth entry led by Miss Lindenberg claimed a third consecutive cookery prize. Judges praised the elegant cake design, delicate icing, and careful presentation, noting the winner’s skill and modesty. Other prizes were awarded to Miss L. Heniter, Miss Harland, and Mrs A Harland for related exhibits.
Housekeepers push for better bathing facilities in Wynnum area amid a broader plan to improve public amenities. Alderman Howard urges land adjacent to Cotren Sizer for a new bathhouse, while postal director replies to requests and local convener notes ongoing efforts at a community luncheon. The Women’s March Past and readers’ diary entries highlight civic engagement.
The Ambulance Lasses Committee hosted a bridge evening at the Ambuante Brigate rooms with Mrs J Burns leading the event. A Red Cross luncheon at Laidly Mayoreau Hall drew 60 guests hosted by Mrs F RB Matyrar. attendees included Mrs Sherida Collier and Mrs Coghill among others. A King George Home fund event by ex-Naveanil Merrontile Marine group was announced for Ange House Friday evening. A presentation evening at Mrs G Wilkers Kelvin Grove featured Mr W Pow presenting a carved plaque.
A community drive raises funds for a soldiers' hostel on Alexandra Terrace. Donations include a 22 shilling gift from Mrs FB Harriet of Clayneld and support from Winifred Poyne and others. The campaign plans a matinee and ongoing events to furnish the facility with beds, linen, and gear for daily use by soldiers.
War tested public schools as Southport reflects on duty and tradition. Howard Bishop from the founder era recalls old boys answering the country’s call, with wartime enlistments shaping campus life as the annual meeting proceeds under officers led by President DJ McWulrr and treasurer Meo tH jit Minor MFA Mooriendl.
At the Browne district of the Manc hestre Unity Independent Order of Oddfellows meeting held Saturday, officers were elected and regulations for membership maintained. The management levy rose from 28 to 39 per member. Elected officers include TP Podmore, J W Smith, T Strickland, and deputies to AMC Tanifock Woodcroft Kenyon Neden Smith Stanvon Munro with Seawright as first. The next gathering is planned for Southport in October.
An accident at Silkwood butter factory left Mr H. Binck temporarily blinded after an ammonia compressor incident. He staggered through the building and called for help as workers nearby assisted. Mr A Holmes of Innisfalt aided a nearby victim and hospital care was provided. Medical notes indicate sight may gradually return to normal.
William Huet 80 died in Brisbane after long residence in Charters Towers born in Victoria. He worked in mining related trades and held sites in Charters Towers and North Queensland. He was active in the Australian Natives Association and charitable groups and left a large family including eight children and many grandchildren and great grandchildren.
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