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Newspaper
Brisbane Courier Mail
Location
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 23, 1939
Page
7
In May 21 1939 issue, entertainments feature introduces Round the Suburbs with Anne. Includes notes on women’s social work by Erna Hae Wonahrer and engagement mentions involving Mrs Hinges and other local figures.
A dated report highlights the growing role of women in public life through charitable activity in suburbs. A Presbyterian Women’s Guild event honors veteran worker Mrs. Cairns at a monthly meeting, while ongoing drives support local needs and fundraising efforts run by groups such as the Ithaca Benevolent Society and church circles.
A club fundraiser or donation event is described with names of officers and members associated with the High society service group. The report lists presidents vice presidents secretaries and other officers including Mr Teleon Campbell and Mr Macfadyen. The piece references community work and social service activity tied to the organization and its leadership.
A fragment shows a playful children section describing amusing riddles about moving items and a joke about a donkey. It also lists today’s birthday for Tom Brummond of Gumpin and mentions local curiosities and a light column tone from the corner page.
A farewell gathering was tendered Mrs. A. B. Corbett by the CDA. The program featured tributes, a brief address by the president, and a selection of music. Attendees included Mrs. Han and Mrs. McInerney among others, with a post event reception noted.
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