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Newspaper

Canberra Times

Location

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Date

Oct 14, 1927

Page

6

Topics Of Interest To Women A Sydney Letter

A Sydney letter notes Patricia Kelly, daughter of Mr and Mrs T H Kelly, with Bignore Cwaldiens Volterra of Florence emerging as a fortunate suitor. The Cavalry Dance at Victoria Barracks draws vast crowds of officers and social leaders, with uniforms, gowns, and military color throughout a festive, crowded evening.

Aydny Maakt Patricia Kelly T. H. Kelly Bignore Cwaldiens Volterra Florence Muriel Michael Augrh Wentworth 1St Cavalary Divinton Victoria Barracks Whateria Rosea Wve An Hienehaven Chris Awd.c Marcarthur Onslow J. J. Storey Shillington A. Hyman Gorton Bennet

Flower-Pot Frocks Impress in Sunny Day Dresses Abroad

Embroidered earthware flower pots form the focal point of several new frock designs shown overseas. Yellow and blue gowns feature pots and plants as pockets and appliques, while crepe de chine gowns display clustered blooms across the corsage and front skirts. White dresses gain novelty with crystal accents and floral embroidery, creating a garden-like effect.

Alkirt England Irene

Union Club Party Amid After Pace Tea Festivities

An after-pace tea party at the Union Club drew a noted crowd including the Governor of Lady de Chale, Justice and Mrs. Street, Sir Mark Sheldon and daughters, Mrs A Bedy, and Mrs. Josaphil. Attendees wore elaborate gowns and accessories, with Miss Betty Wilson notable in a red embossed coat and rainbow tones. The descriptions highlight the fashion and social prominence of the event.

Union Club Roma de Chale Justice Street Mark Sheldon A Bedy Josaphil P. Street Amoro Ccin Betty Wilson Chonge Torue Bimart

Cleaning gilt frames a gentle sequence for old artworks

The article details cleaning gilt frames with a mild solution. Use warm water with a small amount of soda, brush the frame carefully, then rinse with plain water. Apply with a soft brush, wipe dry with a clean rag, and finish with a gentle dry.

Dusting Books and Care in Heated Rooms

Do not dust with rubber as it drives dust between pages. Use a feather duster to open bindings and dislodge dust. Keep books in a room with gentle heat and low shelves to avoid damage from rising warmth.

Cake Baking Tip Warns Against Wasteful Slicing

A damaged OCR extract offers a kitchen tip about baking a level cake. It suggests cutting holes in the middle of the cake mix before baking to prevent waste and ensure the cake rises evenly around the sides. The text is garbled and difficult to parse but centers on a baking method.

Ine Rine

Fashions Of The Season Pleated Skirt Construction Guide

The article outlines a simple yet refined pleated skirt made from wide fabric widths. It covers folding, tacking, hem stitching, and finishing with plain yet effective details, including a straight bias edge and elastic-waist option. It notes this style is favored by top dressmakers and drapers for durability and look.

Skirt Ideas For Cardigans And Jumpers

A vintage fashion note describes bloupen or sleeves, pleated skirts with patterned bands, white crepe de chine with red bands, and a red jumper with white hat. It suggests a simple tennis shirt from Cum silk, four inch hem wraps, borg buttons, and hand-sewn buttonholes. Ready-made skirts cost about five shillings, taking about two hours to sew.

Borg Peart

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