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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Dec 10, 1946
Page
10
A city shop markets festive napery gift wraps and towels wrapped in bright paper with string. It promotes hankies, Disney character sets, and beachwear outfits with pockets and lounge styles for summer use. Also features baby sets, cosmetics, and teen gift ideas priced from a few shillings, all displayed with coupons and cellophane packaging.
Autographed Christmas books from Sir John and Lady Lavarack will be sent to 1000 primary correspondence pupils in distant parts of the state. Funded by Government Victoria grants and a public fund, the project aims to reveal inner school workings and include questions by Lady Lavarack. Some books will be distributed to hospitals and overseas destinations, while junior Red Cross activities support the effort.
Arrival of the new Australian High Commissioner for Canada Mr FM Forde and Mrs Forde was celebrated at a late afternoon party hosted by Miss Mollie Sheahan at Lennons. Brisbane friends gathered before Mrs Forde and Miss Grace Sheahan prepared to return to Stanthorpe, with the Forde family having occupied their property for 75 years. The gathering featured Mrs Forde in black and pearls, while guests spoke of social plans and continued studies.
A recipe feature describes novel American breakfast ideas to refresh morning meals. It suggests combining bran cereal with diced fruit, nuts, and toppings such as maple syrup, banana slices, and cream or milk. Variations include cooked cereals and fruit sauces to suit family needs.
A fragment shows a domestic list where a mother calls Mary to wash dishes and John to cut the gram, reflecting a simple family chores moment from a broader page. The tone hints at a practical, instructional household scene.
Melbourne born social worker Mrs W Smyth, long active in Victoria and Queensland, served on the Victorian Legislative Council through public service and reform work. She helped establish the Queen Alexandra Home for Chu Gren and represented the National Council of Women internationally. Her funeral was held in St Kilda and many family members rest in Melbourne.
Miss Natali Maker of Adelaide is to marry Dr Wilfred J. Simmonds of Toowong at David's Church Burnside, Adelaide. The bride will wear a white peau gown with a frock posy of fresh flowers and imitation counterparts. Attendants include Mrs Richards and Miss Baker.
In a report from Gilly College officials, Presbyterian leaders announced plans to found a hospital in Queensland. Rev M Henderson urged directing youth toward the ideal of service, noting the project would foster nursing education and involve women from local communities.
A Christmas party by the Institution of Engineers featured floral decor and gift boxes in St Luke's Hall with guests including Mrs Robinson and Miss Banks. Separately, a Christmas concert at Albert Hall raised funds for toys and books for sick children, with proceeds aiding hospital ward decorations.
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