20 Dec 1939
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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Dec 20, 1939
Page
1
London cosmetics house Inagra previews a Colour Chart for women of all hair tones with hues such as Electric crimson for brown brunettes and claret for green grey eyes. The booklet promises makeup tips and a glowing finish, sold by B. R. Roberts in Canberra.
Dr. Clyde Finlay hosted home welcome at Hotel Canberra after England sojourn. Guests included Dr. McKellar and medical staff, Honorary medical staff, hospital officials, and visiting dignitaries. St. Christopher’s Younger Set held a Christmas dance in the Blue Room with 150 attendees. Rug fundraiser and radio club events noted along with pre wedding party for Jean Wallace and F. Stanton.
Nearly 40 members attended the Christmas Afternoon Tea at the Northbourne Tennis Club last Saturday. The President presented an electric Jap to Mr and Mrs Bruce Boag on their recent marriage. The St Pauls Ladies Guild held its annual meeting at Hotel Civic.
Frederick T Hill son of Mr and Mrs R Hill Pinehrove Canberra wed Larne daughter of the late Mrs McMillan Sydney in a ceremony led by Rev C E Turnbull formerly of St Andrew's Canberra A farewell party for Mr Tom Kilpatrick Queanbeyan at Manuka Tenia Pavilion featured presentation and dancing as he prepares to move to Sydney
The Canberra Y W C A sends Christmas greetings and hopes for peace. Causeway Girls' Clubs plan a party. Misa Norma Percivel departs after three years of service. Molonglo Club held a Cotter River picnic with 24 members plus a Japanese story drama. Westridge Club hosted a social and dance for about 60. performances included piano solo and shadow play. Bridge Club notes a donation to the Canberra Volunteers Welfare Association totaling £3 5s from trophy day proceeds.
Quick relief for bilious spells and constipation promises to restore energy. The ad claims Dr Morse's Indian Root Pills cleanse waste, support liver bowel and kidney function, and improve digestion for a healthier appearance and regular action.
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