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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1944
Page
9
Mrs Beeckman answers reader questions on etiquette for weddings and courtesy. Topics cover using sir, best man and usher roles, number of bridesmaids, suitable guardian arrangements, and attire for civilian guests at evening wartime weddings with the groom in uniform.
A jumble of clues and warped phrases leads to a mock crossword by Beatrice Fairfax style prose. The piece lampoons juvenile crime and military Draft era policy with satirical questions about sending youths to war.
Sunday listings show religious musical programs, screenings, and social activities across San Antonio and nearby areas. Events include church choirs, USO programs, outdoor games, home recordings, breakfasts, dancing to Fort Sam cannoneers, and youth services with meals and activities from morning through evening.
The entry records various ration stamps and book values with dates, goods, and points. It lists stamps 20 and 31 in Book 4 for pounds each, Story 40 Book 4 for 5 pounds, and mentions sugar through February 28, with references to cheese fat canned fish and meat ration items. It notes stamps valid May 7 and May 1 indefinitely, with 10 point game vaults and several items including canned foods and meat rations and price relations at Pays Iz 10R.
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