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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Oct 18, 1939
Page
3
A damaged OCR fragment rambles about a fragrant shower powder and a brand named Jolie. It mentions after bath freshness and a feigned promotional tone without clear facts or a coherent event. The text lacks identifiable people or organizations beyond obscure product names.
London reports a week limit on rationing in Germany as authorities extend the entitlements for each person. The notice reflects shortages and control measures affecting daily life and supply lines.
YWCA Canberra outlines tennis on weekdays at Canberra House and Bundaya court from 2 to 5 pm with beginner practice by the assistant secretary. A cycling club forms with a first bike hike next Saturday meeting at 2 pm at the YWCA or 2:30 pm at Brodie's Service Station, then to Environs Park.
An Elizabeth Arden representative will be at Davies Pharmacy Kingston from October 23 to 28 inclusive. The description promises deep relaxation and pore cleansing benefits, with make up assistance to finish the treatment.
The Canberra District Association of the Boy Geauts' Association holds its annual meeting at the Motel Canberra at 7 p.m. Tuesday with the District Commissioner Lt Col Goodwin presenting the year report and office bearers to be elected. A Queen parade fundraiser for St Christopher's building fund drew 120 plus attendees with Kingston and Laureat Barons fashions on display and Wyn Gilmour guiding the show.
Miss Nita Patterson has passed Royal Academy of Dancing exams and is noted as a leading dancer with multiple championships. Canberra social calendar covers Grimt tennis club dance at Hotel Kingston, Ladies' Doubles Tournament in Reid and Ainslie courts, farewell plans for Mrs. Rodan, Girls Week by YWCA, Catholic bazaar at St Christopher's, and diverse fundraisers across Canberra and districts.
Sir Charles Bicker on Clackburn told a Parliamentary Select Committee that Prince Henry Hospital offered shocking care for infectious disease patients. He said beds were insufficient, infections forced home care, and government expansion had not kept pace.
An advertisement notes the Innona booklet Framisa of Lawall ant and promises skin health through Innesa preparations backed by the British Medical Profession. Availability is limited to certain outlets.
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