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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 14, 1939
Page
8
Verity presents a shopper’s letter from Rosalind detailing家庭 winter wear bargains. It notes Richard and Mabel, their move to the city, and the couple’s social circle. Describes pastel lounge wear, pyjamas, curtains, and a range of home goods with prices and suppliers.
The Ambulance Brigade last evening held their monthly social event under the direction of Mrs AF Mion and Mrs EE Anderson. President Pawel Mip and secretary Mbe EG Wyndlew presided over a small attendance as plans for a future supper were discussed.
An old time sewing book style page describes hair care routines with brushing, permanents, and setting methods. It discusses combing, curling, and using products, recommending night applications and scalp care for glossy finishes, along with preferences for certain brands and methods.
A bustling Caloundra and Toowoomba social scene is detailed with guests from Colwyn, Camp Hill, Eagle Watie, and Audroflower visiting hosts and attending gatherings at homes and civic venues. Highlights include household duties, welfare talks, and plans for community events, plus a note on revival of old customs and fashion trends.
Fragmentary report notes a bridge coterie event yesterday with names and movements amid unclear wording. The text references various groups and individuals linked to the bridge gatherings, indicating activity and possible evaluations of participants.
Mrs ER Mies led a meeting of the Corinda Women’s Auxiliary to the Sudan United Mission. Critics accused witch doctors of harassing missionaries as Ruth traced Anglo-Egyptian Sudan work. The event, hosted by Miss J M Onworthy, featured Mrs W Guthrie introducing the speaker amid talk of illness and ongoing mission efforts.
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