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Newspaper
Longreach Leader
Location
Longreach, Queensland, Australia
Date
Aug 01, 1952
Page
19
An advertisement lists cotton blankets bed sizes and prices, bed sheets white linen and unbleached, towels, work shirts for railway staff, trousers, work shoes and riding boots. Sizes range from small to extra large, with multiple color options and catalogue available.
The passage describes a refined travel ensemble with linen frock in green tones, a decorative brooch, matching gloves and shoes, a velvet hat, a woollen traveling coat, and seamless cosmopolitan luggage suitable for a long journey. It evokes upper class style and coordinated accessories.
Two medium peeled onions and half a cooking apple plus three carrots are minced and browned with beef in dripping. Add vegetables, rice, and stock, simmer 20 to 25 minutes until tender and absorbed. Serve with boiled potatoes and green peas.
Miss Eileen Barnfield of the Stonehenge district near Barnsdale departs for Brisbane after 30 years of service to local sporting bodies. A farewell social saw Mr A J Davis present a silver tea service to her on behalf of town and district friends. She has sold her Barnsdale interest to her brother Jock Barnfield.
Seven debutantes attended the Alpha Ball with Mrs L. Kaine as assistant matron of honour. Rev Bugatany thanked Bishop for his presence as attendees met the district’s social life scene. Notable guests included Rev Collins and R Lyons, with partners. gowns featured lace, satin, and fur accents.
At the R L Womens Auxiliary meeting the president Mrs. D Fraser urged helpers for the Diggers Ball on September 12. They may seek RSL permission to sell raffle tickets at the Diggers Races. A July street stall yielded £19 18s 1d. payments of £11 13s 4d were approved. Present: Mesdames Fraser Kennedy Schoermer Smith Harvey Oakey Zorsi Zorvi Kennedy Gurdon Grealy Craig Savare.
A Sydney survey questions routine tonsil removals in children. Frequent throat infections are cited, but many cases resolve after one attack and adenoids may be treated separately. Surgery carries risks, especially for under five, and removal should be carefully considered.
The account lists guests in frocks with sweetheart necklines and puffed sleeves, circular skirts, white velvet capes and silver sandals. Attire includes white bouquets, white flowers, white satin gowns, tinsel lace bodices, and silver accessories, with guests such as Miss Yvonne Royes and Mr. Sam n noted among attendees.
The report lists numerous travelers headed to Brisbane and Rockhampton for the Exhibition and midwinter breaks. It notes residents such as Miss Misa Betty Williams and Mrs. E. Naylor taking trains and aircraft, council members and officials moving between Brisbane and western towns, and several families planning short holidays or returns from Rockhampton, Emerald, Longreach, and other centers.
Fairfield resident Mr H Macintosh and Mrs Crombie with others including Mrs Shea and Miss Strudwick departed on Thursday for the Exhibition on a southbound air journey. Charles Gill and D Gill also travelled with the group bound for Charleville while W Forrest is holidaying in Cairns.
The article outlines four steps to prevent tooth decay. It emphasizes early and frequent dental examinations, early treatment with minimal discomfort, proper diet and nutrition for jaw and teeth development, and regular brushing for at least two minutes after meals and before bed. It notes high decay rates in civilised populations versus primitive groups and urges conscientious home care.
An afternoon tea at the Imperial Hotel ballroom bade farewell to Mrs. W. G. Clarke who departs for Sydney. Mrs. T. Pyne led tributes to her community service and long marriage, with comments on her West years and friendships formed. Convenors included Mrs. Pyne and several local ladies.
Peel and slice three large apples and stew with brown sugar butter lemon juice and rind until tender. Line a pie dish with pastry strips, decorate edges, fill, bake gently twenty minutes. Top with stiffly whisked egg white, castor sugar, chopped cherries and angelica, bake until pale gold. Serve hot.
Guidance on washing teeth to stop decay and ensure children keep their natural teeth for life. Emphasizes vital steps and early habit formation for durable dental health.
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