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Newspaper
Burra Record
Location
Burra, South Australia, Australia
Date
Dec 23, 1952
Page
5
About 0 children of the members received gifts from a heavily laden tree as the audience enjoyed the singing of Jingle Hello. Mr H J B Jennilson presented cartoons on a projector while ice cream drinks and a host of dainties were shared by all.
At Booborowie Days Road Hospital the RSL Mothers and Wives Sub-branch reported £35 in donations and 114 parcels prepared for inmates. With 280 patients, staff aimed to visit four wards, delivering cheery words and smiles to the hardest cases, thanking donors for their kindness.
The meeting reports 1952 activities and achievements for the School Welfare Club. Mrs Freer is elected President with Mrs Gil and Mrs Bromtend as vice presidents, and Mrs G as Hon. Secretary. The group pledges funds for hospital comfort and school library upgrades.
Nita May Burton and Carmel Evan Jones wed on Saturday afternoon at St Marys C of E Burra with Rev Pettet officiating. The bride wore white lace and tulle with orange blossom, bridesmaids in pink and lavender, and a long train. The reception followed at the Allen residence with outfits in blue crepe and burgundy accents.
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