A parliament of ladies with Miss Goldstem as Speaker, met at Sargent's Cafe last evening. There was a large attendance of members, and a number of visitors ...
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The Argus (Melbourne, Vic. : 1848 - 1957), Tue 16 Aug 1910, Page 5
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