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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 16, 1939
Page
6
In AUERLAND New Zealand a couple in Warkworth welcomed twins born just after midnight marking the first children to come under the Social Security Act maternity provisions. A boy was born at 12 07 a.m. and a girl ten minutes later confirming the historic start of the scheme.
Mr and Mrs WG Dear and Miss M Montague, among others, are staying at the National Hotel in Canberra. Eileen Marsden also attends a holiday at Rede with Mr and Mrs. Kantinbia yesteraly.
London May 15 The Courier-Mail reports a studio portrait of the Duchess of Koniinken created for her visit to Nunteaila. Photographer Riss Ait and Doctor Grtegor Hari are noted, with limited details on the sitter’s attire and the painter Lier.
A fragmented fashion feature outlines 1939 hair styling ideas by Hele Mints market. It details side parts, brushed backs, pin curls, and wave forms, noting techniques and aesthetic aims for evening wear and tailored silhouettes.
RW L Dart MLA and Mrs Dart led honoured guests at the Cooper's Plains and Salisbury Citizens Association annual social and dance held at the Progress Hall. President Mr RT Ralph and Mrs Ralph acted as hosts and welcomed MP and Mrs Dart and others while Mr Nimmo and Mr Gower prepared arrangements for travel and company actions.
Illustrated crochet guide describes making bedroom slippers with band crochet and pink and blue yarns. It details step by step edging, stitching, and assembly, including leather sole lining, wool trim, and finishing touches for a finished slipper.
The notice states baby ducklings are raised exclusively for Rowes under conditions claiming perfection in plum quality, tenderness, and flavor. Address: Mowe's Cafe and Restaurant, Enward Street, Brisbane.
The Milk Supply Act empowers the Milk Board to declare routes and set licensing dates for milk and cream carriers. Licences must be lodged with the board, with penalties up to 100 pounds for noncompliance, as discussed by Mr Ef Lindsey and local officials.
The article promotes liver health as key to better mood and outlook. It extols Dr Morse Indian Root Pills as a daily remedy aiding digestion, liver function, and the bowels to support general well being.
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