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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1912
Page
8
A grim attic scene follows two hungry boys Arry and George, one crippled, as they face poverty and the prospect of the workhouse. The elder boy contemplates charity versus home, while the younger seeks solace in a dream of safety and food, until unexpected departure tests their fragile bond.
Mrs Henry Hart plans a Thursday afternoon reception at her Washington Place home in honor of Miss Blanche Strong who recently moved from Alpine to San Antonio to reside.
Galveston couple announces their daughter Ethel's engagement to Harry Poillon of New York City with a May wedding planned. Various social events include charity parties, club meetings, and a Madison Square church birthday program. A stark contrast appears in a short tale of a neglected child and a Fairy Godmother figure.
Two readers recount relief from severe female ailments after using Lydia E Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound. Mrs Dema Bethune of Sikeston Missouri says months of weakness and pain vanished, restoring energy for housework and social activity. Mrs Charles Moors of Murrayville Illinois reports avoiding surgery after taking the preparation and regaining health.
The Y M C A plans Camp Kerrville the III at Parsons grounds near Kerrville on the Guadalupe river starting June 12 for 10 days of fishing hunting swimming and summer recreation. The site near Kerrville was used last year for the most successful outing with 75 to 100 men and boys.
Mrs. Sidney Pfeiffer and Miss Pfeiffer host a reception from 8 to 6 tomorrow at their West Park Avenue home honoring Mrs. Louise Lazarus and Miss Lazarus of Louisville Ky.
Several younger society girls from San Antonio will perform at Friendship temple No 1 Pythian Sisters event at Castle hall on Market street this evening. Participants include Misses Mary Pancoast Nora Dussen and Zella Pate with Fred Daggett J C Spurrier and Lloyd Spencer contributing.
Mrs. Sarah J. Hoskins of Cary Kentucky reports improved health after using Cardui the woman’s tonic. She describes suffering from years of womanly ailments, cramping and back pain, losing hope until two bottles lifted her from bed to full activity and weight gain. She recommends Cardui to others and notes its long history of aid.
Reading group discussed Israel Zangwill, and Edith Simpson presented The Melting Pot. Ellis Island immigrants debate civic status led by Mrs Rufus Lewis. Numerous society gatherings followed at Travis Park Methodist Temple Beth El and various homes with lectures music and annual reports.
The first district of the State Federation will hold its meeting in Wichita Falls starting tomorrow. Forty two towns are represented and a large turnout is anticipated as committee work progresses. Separately the Christ Episcopal Church ladies host a tea Friday afternoon at Mrs. H. G. Tayloe's home on West Craig Place.
At the Orpheum Saturday matinee every lady will receive a mounted photograph of a company member in sealed envelopes. The program features What Happened to Jones a Broadhurst farce that has audiences roaring. Next week a nameless play by J Frank Davis will be tried with patrons asked to suggest a title.
San Antonians praise Hans Roberts for a serious new turn in The Judges Son at the Plaza, where his performance as the lead in a drama about a boss pressuring a judge is highlighted by strong lines and a talented supporting cast.
Exposition Park hosts Cinco de Mayo activities as organizers move quickly to ready stages and decorations for the city celebration. Local groups and volunteers coordinate food stalls music and safety measures for the event.
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