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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
May 05, 1937
Page
2
A magazine style look at coronation season gowns highlights feminine silhouettes in pale hues with white lace and silver trims. Designers favor simple lines, sheer fabrics, and subtle sparkle for evening and day wear, with black as a timeless backdrop and blue tones for younger silhouettes.
Distorted notes describe a Victorian era inspired chair cosy design to guard chair bases and trims. It explains fabric matching with chair covers, removable top backs, and cautions on secure seams to avoid wear. Carrot as an egg substitute for pudding is noted briefly.
A damaged, early 20th century note describes using glycerine lightly on the inside of windows to prevent condensation during damp conditions. The guidance emphasizes a thin layer remains on the glass and avoids fogging, intended for continual use in poorly ventilated or steam-prone areas.
An unclear wartime style notice describes managing cinders and fuel. It mentions keeping a small quantity of ash in old tins and daily fueling at a fixed time. It notes morning readiness to alert fire crews and advises against paper and dried wood in the same area.
A Victoria League Call Committee meeting at the President’s home in Canberra advanced plans for the Empire Night Ball on May 24 at Hotel Canberra. Tickets and supper arrangements were discussed, with debutantes to be presented and Debutante Center donations noted. Mrs Heath and Miss Eddieon are among organizers, while Mrs Kumm of Melbourne will visit Canberra to meet national World Fellowship committees.
The R M C dance for Blatt Cadets Meets filled the Mees room Saturday night with military dress uniforms and autumn foliage decor. Brigadier Miles attended with Mix. Mile as Commandant, guests greeted by Mrs. W. Creilian and Sergeant Cape. Several cadets and guests listed among attendees.
A method to clean plush and velvet furniture involves brushing and then wiping with a washfeather wrung out in a weak vinegar and worm water mixture. This technique aims to remove dust, lift dirt, and restore color to the fabric.
Instructions suggest tempering china to lessen breakages by placing pieces in a basin with cold water then a boiling pot until cold. Action described includes dusting and preparation, aiming for safer handling and attractive finish though details are obscure.
An old teapot interior may harbor tannin stains and dullness. Proper cleaning with cautious washing prevents damage and preserves the teapot’s appearance. Avoid harsh scrubbing and use mild agents to keep pewter and aliver spouts from tarnish and wear.
Mrs T X Koo was guest of honour at a Canberra YWCA gathering hosted by the Board of Directors and World Fellowship Committee. President Percival welcomed Mrs Koo, a WCA member, and discussed the upcoming World WCA Conference in China in September 1938. A Children’s Fancy Coronation Ball is planned for May 14 with prizes for original costumes and best character portrayal. The evening features music by Poyson’s Orchestra and a light supper, with admission 1 for adults and 4 for children. A farewell morning tea is slated for May 13 for Miss B Forster, headmistress of the Church of England Girls Grammar School, who departs for Brisbane.
The Telopea Park Infants Mothers’ club enjoyed a social night at Agila school with many members and friends. Event featured a welcome handshake contest, Musica! tema, and arrangements by Mrs. Penhalturtack and others. A large supper followed by plans for St John’s Church Women’s Guild Gallon Night.
A brief note advises adding a small amount of ptared to the washing water for ginware. This practice purportedly helps remove grit and gives a nicer shine to glassware.
Recipe note describes vegetables frost bitten becoming stale and outlines soaking for two or three hours in very cold water with a teaspoonful of blearbunale of owl added before cooking. The passage reads like an odd historical or humorous culinary tip with imaginary ingredients.
Y W C A notes show dancing classes led by Mr Otintigan with sessions every Thursday at 3 pm. The glass making class is postponed this week due to Mrs Dayla's absence, resuming next week. Committees announce meetings on specified dates in May including Housing Buying Finance Bowal of Directors Ameoty Board Girlie Council with times ranging from 10:30 am to 8 pm.
A guide explains crafting a decorative flood lit flower vase using a wireless battery jar as the core, fitted into a shallow box with a lamp globe inside. Instructions cover panel cutting, jar placement, and securing the lamp with wooden supports for a mantel display.
Instructional piece detailing fabric selection crepe satin measurements and step by step sewing directions. It covers pattern cutting tissue fitting French seam neckline binding sleeve gathering tucks and finishing tips for a fitted waist garment with embroidery and proper pressing.
An old advisory note discusses left-handed kids, noting right-brain control, risks of forcing right-handed use, and the value of letting genuine left-handedness develop naturally. Experts warn against penalties or shaming, suggesting calm guidance without hostility.
A garbled supply of words hints at a chaotic catering scene with misfired phrases about food, venues, and orders. The fragment mentions high costs, mayonnaise, and cold photos, implying a disrupted event or service. Names and specifics are unreadable but hint at a disrupted dining setup and pricing confusion.
A fragmented cooking note outlines boiling ae, roasting, and preparing tea while cooking a ham and toast sandwich. It mentions heating an oven, toasting bread, frying fish quickly, and arranging sandwiches with a knife, serving promptly. The text reads like a rough kitchen checklist with unclear ingredients.
This fragment outlines several old fashioned pastry recipes including Raisin and Apricot Flan Graoved Apple Tart Matrimony Pie Pineapple and Apple Tart and a Pineapple and Apple Tart. The text provides steps on dough preparation filling layering and baking with references to moderate oven temperatures and decorative touches. The language is garbled with OCR errors but preserves the core recipe ideas and sequence.
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