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Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

May 18, 1946

Page

6

Fraser Named Senate Candidate by Liberal Party

A joint meeting of the Parliament of Country Liberal Parties in Melbourne nominated Mr J A Fraser former chairman of the Triport Contret Board for the Senate vacancy created by the death of Senator Merar. The motion passed by a substantial majority over Mr A L Spiller a former member of the House.

Melbourne J. Atragar Triport Contret ‘Board Senate Benator Merar A. L

Fire on plane during sea flight over Darwin

A fire erupted in the engine of a RAAF Liberator flying from Bankpaper to Darwin. Pilot Parnell used an extinguisher to quell the blaze and the aircraft landed at Darwin yesterday about an hour later. Lady Mountbatten was aboard the plane en route to Devon Instres ke FLA RC.

Melbourne Raaf Liberator Darwin Lady Mountbatten Devon Ke Fla Parnell

Women’s Work Aids Church Mission at Meetings

Mine King-Kemp of Austen's Board of Minions spoke to Indies movement at St Pauls Hall and St Johns Guild Ante Room about the guild's work for missions. She told a quilt story illustrating aid to Mountland church, praised the ABM and described medical supplies and school needs sent to the Pacific, with more help urged.

Mine King-Kemp Austen's Board of Minions Mvtiig of Indies St. Paul's Hall St John's Guild Abert Hall St. Paul's Canon McKeown King-Kemp Guild Mira King-Kemp Mount W Men's Auxiliary ABM Menna Pacific ABLM

Stolen ketch found near Perth after search

A missing yacht was recovered eighty miles north of Perth after a search that involved a man aboard the vessel. Authorities reported the craft located Tuesday with the occupant safe.

Perth Que Man

Royal visit to St Christopher's Wheol inspection

His Royal Highness the Duke of Qtonventoe will visit St Christopher's School Forrest tomorrow to inspect the grounds and meet the pupils at work in their rooms. Brigadier and Mrs Warren McDonald and family of Mugga Way Red Hill spent a short holiday at Jervis Bay last week accompanied by Brigadier McDonald's sister Nora McDonald who returned to Canberra. Mrs J R Tulyard of Mugga Way is away a few days as guest of Mrs Bode Wahroonga.

Royal Duke of Qtonventoe St. Christopher's Forrest Warren McDonald Mugea Way Red Hill Teft Jervis Bay Brigacher McDonald Nora McDonald Canberra RJ. Tulyard Mugna Way Bode Wahroongni Council of Wonen'e Voluntary Services Baroneas van Aerrsen Royal Netherlands Legation W.V Snandal Ragutt Melbourne Tam Princess Futiana Help Action Red Cross Ralle

Church of England Ball to feature debutantes and gala marks

The Duke of Gloucester will attend the annual Church of England Ball at the Albert Hall on Friday with fifty debutantes presented during the evening. The event also commemorates the 108th anniversary of St. George’s laying of its foundation stone. Debuts, Catholic balls, university dances, and various social gatherings fill Canberra's scene with churches, funds, and volunteers active in community events.

Church of England Duke of Gloucester Albertial HLRH Albert Hall Menara J B Rally W. Holt J. Quinn

Firefly Dance Planned by Vie Torre Contingent at Lady Gowrie

The Young Contingent of the Vie tora Tenrue organizes a Firefly dance at the Lady Gowrie Service Club on May 28. Retiring Taxation Commissioner Mr T A Jackson delivered a travel talk on his recent overseas trip at Pela Methodist Church Mall that evening.

Vietora Tenrue

Telos Park School Pupils To Perform At Albert Hall

CEMA reports a morning programme at the Albert Hall featuring Telos Park pupils. The junior choir from J At the recent Rinthurm Eisteadfod will perform, with a primary school verse-singing choir and solo performances by Verae Apenkine and Terry Wenn.

Albert Hall Telos Park Rinthurm Eisteadfod Ktomx Fema Terry Wenn

Photographic Society Holds Monthly Competition Awards

At Tuesday's meeting Sgt. Swan of the RAAF acted as judge for the monthly competition featuring landscapes. Senior section winners include Sun Valley by C. B. Christian and Byivan Beauty by G. Bar Win. Beginners section winner Mornin Norma by Valle Howe. Next flash day is Sunday May 19 at Hotel Kingston at 2 pm. Developing technique evening to be held Friday May 10 at the secretary's home.

The Photographic Society Swan RAAF Sun Valley Christian Byivan G. Bar Win Mornin Norma Valle Howe Kingston

Queensland MP Awarded £25 Damages

Brisbane reports the State Full Court awarded J. Barnes M.L.A. £25 damages against Detective-Sergeant Martin Purcell after Barnes said he was assaulted while being removed from the lodge at Parliament.

Brisbane Barnes M.L.A Martin Purcell Purcell Parlle

Swiss win Davis Cup tie in European zone

In Barcelona on Tuesday Switzerland defeated Spain three matches to two to reach a meeting with the winners of the Anglo French tie in the European zone. Hans Kunderer defeated Pedro Castella 8 6 8 3 6 1 4 6 6 4 in the singles final.

Barcelona Switzerland Davia Guy 'Y Spain Hans Dounder Pedro Castella

Creme Charmasan Ad Promising Youthful Look for Husbands

An advertisement touts Creme Charmasan as a beauty cream that makes wives appear younger, claiming it strengthens youthful tones and protects skin from summer heat and winter cold. It emphasizes charm for husbands and the potential joy of happy marriages.

Sroud Kenowe

Creme Charmosan Big Jars and Charonan Hand Lotion Ad

An advertisement highlights Creme Charmosan large jars and a tube product with bold claims of grease and moisturizing. The copy notes the lotion is widely sold and emphasizes its appeal and portability.

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