YWCA Tennis Scheme At Hotel Civic In Canberra
A Canberra initiative uses the Hotel Civic to stage Saturday tennis for YWCA youths and guns, with Sir Geoffrey Whiskard donating Acton Court. Public members may join for a small fee. Visitors at the hotel include Elizabeth Moody Seymour Ralph Johnson Foll Dean and families.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Y.W.C.A
Canberra
Geoffrey Whiskard
Acton
Hotel Civic
Elizabeth Moody
Seymour
Ralph Johnson
Sydney
H. 8. Foll
Brisbane
Mirs. Dean
R. Johnson
Hinchcliffe
James
R. Rainford
A. Holdsworth
Tom Shakespeare
Parkes
Surprise party for Miss Joyce Lawrence prior to marriage
Miss Joyce Lawrence of Grimth was treated to a surprise party last Thursday by friends before her marriage to Mr. Stuart Grahame. The wedding occurred yesterday at St Pauls Church of England, with Mr Huser presenting a canteen of cutlery. Attendees included Mr. and Mrs. Huser, Mrs. Holmes, Miss M Holmes, Miss Lawrence, Miss G Lawrence, and many others including Air Force men.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Joyce Lawrence
GriMth
Stuart Grahame
St. Paul's Church of England
Huser
D. Beattie
M.ac
Holmes
M. Holmes
Mire
Choir Blesses Upcoming Marriage at Blackmay Home
The Choir of St John the Baptist's Church gathered at Mr and Mrs W R Blackman Forrest to extend best wishes to choristers Les Williams and May Israeli on their forthcoming marriage. Archdeacon Robertson and Mr Blackman spoke as guests enjoyed musical items and congratulations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. R. Blackmay Forrest
J. John the Baptist's Church
Les Williaina
Misa May Israeli
Blackman
Enoar
Archdeacon Robertson
Archdbaron Robertson
Mias May Iurnal
Dy le Williama
Ewe
R, Savage
Griffths
Storr
Skinner
Wilson
Robartson
Measrs
Kruger
Winged
Orange
Blackmore
Canberra Social Round Sees Busy Charity and Club Events
The Braddon Presbyterian Ladies Guild held a successful first musical afternoon with over 50 attendees. Various gatherings followed including YWCA open house for RAAF, Hospital Auxiliary birthday event with a musical afternoon, a crazy whist drive for St Patrick's stall, and planning for a Canberra High School ball exhibition dance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Braddon Presbyterian Ladies' Guilt
Murray
Adnalip Hall
St. Patrick's
Father Barry
McCormack
McGirr
Lancaser
HEENZO Cough Remedy Promises Quick Relief and Savings
An old advertisement touts HEENZO as a fast acting cough remedy suitable for adults and children. It claims a two shilling bottle yields a pint of family medicine for coughs colds catarrh bronchitis sore throats and influenza, urging readers to order from their chemist or store.
YWCA Hockey Dinner Plans and Club Activities
The YWCA Hockey Club invites members to a dinner next Tuesday at the YWCA with Mrs W E Curtin to speak and Mr Dunbar to present colour films. Attendees should register with names and 2 shillings at the YWCA or via committee members at the hockey mall next Saturday. Tennis details and club subs listed. Open House Sundays and a Russia talk by Mr John Fisher featured. Hut Appeal funds near 7000 pounds with Yehudi Menuhin broadcast concert. Moderne Dance Club meets Saturday 8 pm with Bob Bell’s Honolulu Rhythm Boys and a 2 shilling entry. Physical Education Committee meets next Tuesday 27 August at 6 15 pm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra Women's Hockey Association
Curtin
Me Dunbar
Tourist Bureau
Y,w.c.a
Y.W.C.A
W. E. Curtin
Dunbar
Hoockey Mall
Canberra Ladies Choir Concert Promises Varied Programme
An attractive programme will be presented at the second Sunday afternoon concert by the Canberra Ladies' Choir at the WCA. The afternoon tea is donated by members to cover expenses except for a small service fee. Items are contributed by the Male Choir and a playlet by the Repertory Society. admission is by a live coin.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W.c,a
Canberra
Comforts Fund
Repertory Society
Canberra YWCA annual meeting reports growth and grants
The Canberra YWCA held its eleventh annual meeting at the YWCA. Total membership reached 368 with 238 general and senior, 10 sustaining, and 120 junior members. The National Fitness Council granted funds for physical education, and Miss Lorna McConchie was appointed secretary for Physical Education. The balance sheet shows receipts £1701 9s, expenditures £1115 12s 10d, bank balance £176 18s 5d. President Mrs. F.R. Stevenson was re-elected. Mrs. J.W. Ashton and Mrs. K. Binns joined the Board, with a talk by Canadian High Commissioner Mr. C. Burchell.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Canberra Young Women's Christian Association
Y.W.C.A
National Fitness Council of the
Ac,t
W,c,a
Juraf
Lorna McConchie
Melbourne University
Benator Grant
W.C.A
Charlotte Grant
Stevenson
Mra. J. W. Ashton
Mra. K. Binns
Mr. C. Burchell
Premiea of Lovall ness facial cream advertisement
An OCR fragment advertises a cosmetic cream promising to clear pores and blemishes. It touts greasy skin transformation and肌清 after nightly use with promises of fresh makeup longevity. The copy claims medical endorsement and prestige, urging purchase through a named brand and distributor.
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R. Snow Ltd
John Boyd Orr
Sir John
Braddon Guild
Victoria League
Boys’ Grammar School
V.A.D. Dance
Voluntary Aid Detachment
The
Albert Hall
J. R. Brackenreg
Greta Camp
Forrest
Lieut. Brackenreg
R.A.F
Royal Australian Air Force
R.A.A.F
Hospital Auxiliary
Hospital Auxilary
Kingston
A, R, Petera
Carroll
J, E, Edwards
Harvie
Greenwood
E. Bingeman
Field
Mra Nicholay
J. O’haloran
Merrilees
2CA
Albert Johnson
Braddon
Mra
Ethel Welsh
Anglican
Lady Hopetoun
Jumble Sale
St. Paul's Hall
Ladies’ Guild
Legacy Club
Pat Fentiman
Wally Higgs
Mrs. Walder
Melbourne
Byrnen
Misa Collins
Adelaide
Mra. James
Mr. Dunatan
K. Wright
Mysiney
Mra. Me
Bourne
Mra. Main
Buzsar
Hotel
Kingston On
Snteyrenee
Boppo
Celeste
Colgate
Harry
Cae
1G8
2GA
THA
2GZ
TWL
ILM
Colgates
Canberra House
W.C
Air Force
Russia
John Fisher
LaseTi
Ateaty
Wrigley
Wrigley's
P.K
Cuwne
Spearmint
Y.w.ca
Lovallness
R Roberts
CIC Centre
M.S. Canberra
Lux
Petin
Olfk
Apa
Miristaw Folsatil
Achehiatche
Wiles
Valentine
Noni
Ania
Acleitte
Katy
Aya
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