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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Dec 15, 1948

Page

6

Canberra News Highlights Social and Sporting News

Canberra events and clubs feature a range of activities from charity bazaars and canteens to school bands and croquet matches. Highlights include St Patrick’s branch volunteers, Red Cross canteen plans, a Dickens recital at Albert Hall, and a Canberra chess win over Queanbeyan plus Carols by Candlelight and migrant welcome efforts.

Social Cri Oval Boisogletonenbaran Oreseto Aston Beling M. Robbie Sean Sto Jonglo Murphy i Rover Wire W. Green le. Walle Queanbeyan Pac Gov Elling Cunters Malonigio Dickens Norman F. Cooke Charles Dickens Albert Hall Australia Zealani Cocke Txeld Canberra W.C.A Onda Wasint Mr. Gourgaud Mra. Filliott Chess Club Aine Imatehen Queabeyan Esule J. B. Alpe Ic V. Mille A. Btroucka R. Woodbridge Monsen Preety Webrids Es Bearke

Creme Charmoan Promises Youthful Skin Relief

A fragment advertises Creme Charmoan as a skin treatment that promises clarity, youth, and beauty by claiming to clear skin and reduce signs of aging. The mis-typed lines suggest a sensational beauty claim aimed at appealing to desire for younger looking skin.

Niger

New Lipstick Shades Debut At Charron Storefront

Charron introduces the new lipstick line unveiled March 1 featuring shades Red Robb Mauve and others. Available at chemists and stores nationwide, highlighting the Creme Charmosan tone and new cosmetic appeal.

Decline in Gold Production Reported for Year to October

Statistical figures show a drop in gold output with October production at 13,269 fine ounces, down 7.5 percent from October. For January to October the total reached 730,000 fine ounces, a decrease of 41,219 ounces from the prior year period. Technology notes indicate a seven percent rise in monthly production while the average price per ounce is approximately 608.

Jth Inc Techno

Unclear OCR Labor Rationing and Spending Report

The fragment notes rising prices and spending, with references to a large bid increase and forecasts of a roughly 18 million YoY rise expected by month end. It mentions departmental concerns, shortages said minimal, and a spokesman asserting spending began earlier, but many details are unreadable.

Angus Etare Nan Trust

PLOT COMPLETES. FIRST AIRLINE PILOT TO FLY ATLANTIC

A garbled report notes a pilot becoming the first to complete 100 Atlantic crossings aboard a Boeing Constellation. It mentions Craig, BOAC, and a flight to New Zealand with parents when young, but many details are unclear.

Londom Tursday Catan Wd Craig Compientar Ots BOAC Fying-Bokt Lanl Crake Formar Nuit New Zealand

Canberra Diary Postings From Royal Military College Visitors

Mayr 3 and others from the Royal Military College will return to New Zealand soon. Major Roemaan has been attached for three weeks and led the New Zealand cadets through courses in Australia. Mr and Mrs Allan Roberts, J. W Ashton, and others left Canberra after vacation at Jervis Bay. The Netherland and Straits Ministerial party will attend a residence party on Privy Tay. About 50 guests gathered for Willats Lady’s visit to Canberra. G Barclay, New Zealand High Commissioner, was in New Zealand recently. Colonel Maxwell, the New Zealand service liaison officer, was in Melbourne and attended the college graduation.

Mayr Martinon Ira Marvinon Royal Military College New Zealand Roemaan Haw Ivinra Canberra Iitinuay Jervis Ana Abent Maxwell Melbourne Vanberra Gertetlay The Loyal Military College

Elocution and Music Examinations Highlighted by High Marks

The Melbourne style report notes results from elocution and music exams in Canberra and nearby areas. Candidates such as Anne Cunge, Pauline Murdwicke, and Wilma Myers receive top marks or honours. The elocution section impressed judges with natural delivery, especially Mary Sutton whose performance earned full marks and praise from examiner Vilvin Yerty Landay.

Ian Agnes Lewis Atol Barbara Docker Margaret Penefuther Oranme Butler Honoura Sunice Bolley J. Worayth-Grant Marea Sutton

YWCA and Canberras Wide Christmas Plans Highlight 1930s Notices

The Canberra W WA YWCA outlines a Christmas week program including a Friday night gathering with former members, a Monday party for members and friends, and a gift drive for International Week. Members are urged to invite newcomers, with crafts and social events planned through the holidays. A separate item notes a February visit to Cane and cricket at Ree bourne Oval, plus YWCA leadership training courses in Melbourne and Canberra for young people, including courses from December to February and Leaving Certificate opportunities.

Y.38.c W.W.C.A Alea Kivbre Latvia Europe Cane Y.W.C Geuburn Mosop Locke M. Gardiner Bourne Oval Y.W.C.A Australia Aban Aimee Echod Melbourne Alery Conaidar Chee Ty Dante Puch Bure Ysa Bec Canberra Georgina Sweet Vna Andy Andy RP Sheants Uider Fae The Canberra Fw.c.a Inauaey

Rejection of Demurrer by Commonwealth Court

The High Court to-day rejected the Commonwealths demurrer to a statement by Smalin by Ber desler challenging the validity of the order compelling New Cap rules. Chief Justice John Latham and TE Ward did not suggest any reason for retaining Federal control due to distant defence objectives.

Sydney High Court Commonwealth Smalnin Desler John Latham

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