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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Aug 14, 1940
Page
2
The New York Times reports an Australian man, hiding his identity, paid 40 400 dollars for the sole known copy of the British Guiana one cent Magenta 1884 stamp. He said he would not return it to Australia during the war due to fear of seizure.
A merry whist party at Mr and Mrs E Solly of Braddon on Monday night saw prizes won by Miss Edna Thompson and Mr Solly. The event included a shaving outfit presentation to Mr W Gribble who has joined the A LF.
Mrs A. Peters of Forrest returns from six weeks in Sydney with her sister in law Miss E Peters. More than ladies attend the Blue Room bridge party at Hotel Canberra to raise funds for the High School ball at Albert Hall on September 30. Guests at Hotel Civic include Sydney and Melbourne residents. dances at Hotel Kingston draw many, with Wally Higgs and his orchestra providing music.
Canberra Y W C A members hear John Fisher speak on manners in the U S A at the International Club. He references Stalin era interviews and ties to Australian Labour politics. Annual meeting next Tuesday at 8 pm with nominations open.
A tribute marked by nearly all club members as Private Len Goodwin left service. He received a shaving coin from president Mr. Jour and praise for his good humor and sportsmanship, with wishes for a swift return.
Social notes record Mr J Stack and Mrs Stack of Melbourne visiting Canberra this week. Mr Stack serves in the Royal Australian Navy. Mr Fred Grinsdale of Garton has returned to Canberra after a lengthy stay in Melbourne. Mr McCosker in the Defence forces stationed at Greta takes a short holiday in Canberra. Mrs J F Murphy and Mrs R J Tudyard, recently in Sydney, are expected home today. Mr and Mrs C P O Kelly of Manuka will depart Canberra for Sydney. Jack Brown and his wife, long-time Forrest residents, leave for Melbourne next week for about six months.
Eight debutantes were presented at the annual Catholic Ball in Queanbeyan on Monday night. The gowned entrants included Misnea Myrna Parnona Clare Clarke Joyce West Melba Sheedy Joan Fox Kaul ine Denley Marlo Ryan and De Me Mahon. The event drew about 450 attendees with Harry James and his orchestra providing music and a poultry supper served by a ladies committee led by Miss M O'Sullivan.
An advertisement extols Heenzo as a chest nose and throat remedy with internal use for coughs bronchitis and colds and as an antiseptic gargle for sore throats. It claims a two shilling bottle makes a pint when diluted and markets the product as a money saver.
An ad from Innoce of London promotes fifteen Rouge shades and a Powder line aimed at perfecting skin tone. It highlights guidance on makeup selection and suggests consulting a professional for a polished look.
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