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Newspaper
Queanbeyan Observer
Location
Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia
Date
Nov 13, 1914
Page
5
An archaic verse fragment speaks of walking with ghosts and seeds, referencing England and women who defend, while images of Land of Magret evoke resilience. The lines mix dreamlike imagery with themes of courage and protection by women.
A garbled notice credits Defiant Diana of Veosu Oree as author of works including Quane of Hearts and The Lady Busgalow under a special arrangement. The text references copyright and a state iteration, with unclear further details but confirms authorship and publication context.
David Quayle and Duke Durham tour the looming quarry estate, meeting Diane Huet and Lilian Rossiter as tensions rise. Durham contemplates a risky romance amid ancestral loyalties and a looming conflict with the quarry workers and old servants.
A versatile pinafore dress described as easily adaptable for different occasions. The piece blends mixed materials, waist emphasis, and dual use from casual to more formal settings. Suggestions include pairing with brown cloth or printed muslin for summer outfits.
The article describes coordinating blouse and skirt outfits in black, cream, blue and patterned fabrics. It highlights back details to appear finished, a pinafore for seaside wear, and a variety of fabrics including cotton poplin and silk atop simple lines with decorative stitching and fasteners. It also mentions a one piece or two piece suit and a suggested tourist dinner dress option.
Fragmentary prose counsels a cheerful approach to life despite trouble. It urges cultivating joy, finding laughs in hardship, and maintaining a habit of buoyancy to avoid lasting regret. The tone imitates an old moral vignette on happiness and resilience.
A description of blouses featuring yokes and long sleeves with frilled, narrow hems. It highlights full-length sleeves with bows and wrist wraps, a tied waist look, and a bowy overall silhouette. The piece notes a charming, bow style with varied pattern parts and emphasis on hang and fit.
When tortoiseshell sides and back are dull and greasy, rub lightly with oil to remove grease, then polish with a cloth until bright. Apply a drop of oil and buff with a soft rag to complete the shine.
The issue presents weekly patterns including coal skirt blouse and full suit options. It notes customer orders and mentions Miss Ida and the Australasian Fashion Weekly feature.
In this fragment a housekeeper describes using a scented preparation to keep fabrics white and durable. The notes include steps for washing a garment, whitening paper, and preserving lace with careful handling, suggesting a method to extend freshness and color retention over several days.
A short home remedy advises placing suede gloves on the hands and rubbing with a white-flannel cloth dipped in hot flour to restore napped texture. The method is described as marital in its simplicity and inexpensive.
A damaged OCR note describes a folk friction bath using kitchen salt dissolved in water in an earthen jar. The process involves rubbing the body with the solution then rinsing, with observations on nerves and a vague question about numbers of people involved. The text is garbled and includes stray phrases about nervousness and a playful exchange.
A fragment discussing the woman who wears well and how admirers react. It argues that true charm comes from unselfishness and originality, guiding the right partner toward lasting affection while shallow praise fades. The piece contrasts vanity with genuine appeal and the impact on a harmonious marriage.
A curious brittle recipe describes rhubarb puddings with crumbly tops and sweet sauces. It mentions ingredients and steps for baking, including a butter crust and a sugar glaze, followed by serving as a dessert.
Fragmentary cooking tips describe replacing white sugar with alternatives and blooming spices. The text mentions buttered waffles, fo Ibins, basil and vanilla steps, and a hurried serving cue. It also references a tied preparation with tara and agg ingredients.
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