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Newspaper
Cairns Post
Location
Cairns, Queensland, Australia
Date
May 18, 1939
Page
14
Fragmentary lines praise a golden hour book and reflect on beauty and thought. Names such as Phil Robinson appear amid garbled text. The piece reads as a reflective column with quotes and musings rather than a clear news item.
May 15 gathering at the Farhom Hotel on Saturday night celebrated the 21st birthday of a local guest with about 16 attendees. The event featured dancing, toasts, and remarks by Miss Muri Elis and Mr Howarth, with wine and decor enhancing the festive atmosphere.
A reflective piece on aging and society's views, urging women over forty to embrace maturity. It discusses gender norms, relationships, and the social pressures of youth, while arguing that experience brings dignity, peace, and wiser life choices.
An advertisement extols Charmesan face powder claiming it offers a natural glow without a whitewashed look. It touts a parfumus scent and universal shade availability, aimed at concealing age lines and enhancing youthful charm.
Ravenshoe CWA celebrated the end of its outstanding year with the annual general meeting at the School of Arts, followed by a card party dancing and supper. President Mist Hulinbourg opened the session with Alec present, and officers Mrs Fries divisional vice president Ra hina, Mrs Crittenden secretary, and Mrs Foran Sunshine Moneseere listed. The 14th annual report praised 100 percent vision member al i tux during the period, noting attendance at social functions was lower than hoped and the Rost oom Purd contributed.
A South African style custard recipe. Soak bread with milk then mix onions curry powder sugar almonds and juice with beaten egg butter and salt. Fold in chopped beet and bake in a greased dish. Heat remaining milk, season and serve.
The group reported donations to support women’s emergency duties, including Heliod at Arla Library and Ravenshoe Ambu, with rewards for the Younger Set and plans for a rest room project. Members discussed recruitment, privacy screens, and a training focus, while noting rainbound travel and a reflective, quiet Forest scene.
The Sunshine Mountain Home faced 24 weeks of operations during the period with a grant approved last August. A financial report showed improved rents and insurance absorption, while discussions considered moving the home to new sites to boost prospects and broaden advertising advantages. The financial statement noted a notable increase, and cooperation with supporters was praised.
A report details a charity meeting with emphasis on organizing, advertising, and volunteer efforts. Notable attendees included Mrs. Grigg Yoanger and Miss Give Fille Gamer, with remarks praising the drive’s progress, the clubhouse upkeep, and plans to sustain support for the cause.
Fragmented birthday wishes read as playful in a local page: varied lines from The Baens Circle and family members send many happy returns. The garbled text mentions wishes for a birthday, a mother figure, and general cheer across different names and snippets.
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