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Newspaper
Canberra Times
Location
Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Date
Sep 08, 1937
Page
2
A Paris fashion feature describes returning individuality in feminine dress with whimsical nautical hats, tailored Black and colored ensembles, and long skirts. It highlights hair trends like the horse shoe and bobbed styles, plus knitted jumpers and gloves matching vibrant outfits for day and evening wear.
Mrs and Mr Monshan hosted a large gathering at their Red Hill home. Attendees included Sir William Bly, Lady Clement Bly, Lady Sheehan, Captain Bracephite, Mr and Mrs Boniwell, Mr and Mrs Wondger, and many others from Canberra Melbourne and Sydney. Bryan Monshan, their son, recently wed Maud McDonald in Melbourne. Mr Monahan is building a hall in Melbourne Avenue Deakin.
YWCA notes outline a September program including a bridge evening on September 1 with reservations for Mrs B J Sorensen, a spring dance on September 13 in the Lady Hopetown Room, a visit by Miss Conatanve Duncan of the League of Nations Union in October with multiple events, and varied committee meetings through September and November at Albert Hall and the Canberra locations.
Community social calendar lists events from Causeway Hall and Hotel Civic including Old-time Dance on September 10, Church of England social at Tharwa, hockey association dance, Greys Donne event, Woolshed Dance on September 16, and Crib Party and Dance on September 24 at Causeway Hall.
A farewell tea party was held at Hey Shane on Saturday afternoon to honor W Garnet who leaves Canberra soon for Melbourne. Guests staying at the Hotel Ainslie included Mina D McCollum Miss J McCollum and numerous Melbourne Sydney Orange Cremora and Albury residents with many couples listed.
The note warns against making color too obvious in a quilt or item and advises you to fade color gradually. It suggests constant effort to avoid drawing attention and to prevent weariness among all who view or use the piece.
Frothy whites beat to stiff peaks then folded into a vanilla sweetened milk. Boil milk, drop in prepared yolk mixture slowly to thicken into a custard. Serve with the snowy eggs on a shallow dish and finish with a light cool setting.
A health column describes hip balancing exercises. It guides lying on the side with the arm supporting the body, rolling to the back, and repeating on the other side. It adds a second routine with arms stretched and legs raised to alternate sides while keeping shoulders on the floor.
The article advises weekly manicures to keep hands neat and nourished. It warns that frequent use of manicuring products can dry the skin and harm natural nail shine, recommending honey and almond oil cream applied nightly to nourish nails and surrounding skin.
Fragmentary notes describe lace panels forming part of gowns and long coats, with a Georgette frock and a soft lace texture. The blurred text hints at romance of fashion, detailing trims and material influences of a bygone era.
An advice piece extols fruit for complexion and health. It recommends an orange before breakfast, followed by a raw apple, and grapefruit at breakfast to reduce acidity, brighten eyes, and cleanse the mouth. It notes improvements may appear with regular use.
Reports show LB83 divorce petitions rising in the Eupreme Court with filings reaching about 200, up from around 18 months earlier as the city experiences a sharp increase in separations. The trend highlights broader social shifts amid changing family patterns.
Careful food choices for nursing mothers aim to avoid indigestion and baby discomfort. Recommend plain wholesome foods like bran porridge eggs fish meat in moderation fresh vegetables fruits milk limited to about one pint per 24 hours and strict moderation on condiments and sweets.
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