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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1939
Page
2
Sonia returns with Michael's dinner invitation as Judith and Dudley watch from a distance. At a chic club Sonia spots them, misreads the scene, and Michael urges Judith away before Tex notices. An armed clash of feelings ends with Tex confronting Dudley and Judith torn between staying or fleeing.
Judith endures a tense night as Tex declares a new job with Trans-State and brags of power while dismissing her fears. He mocks her, mentions Sonia and Jameson, then relaxes with dinner and radio news about a pilot disaster and a distant war a world away.
Fragmentary OCR narrative shows a tense exchange with names like Lin and Ame, hints of emotional conflict and possible pursuit. The text includes stray phrases about someone named Raima, a person named Tes, and a reference to a cigarette mix. The passage lacks clear chronology or context, but conveys tension and intimate dialogue amid unclear actions.
A fragmentary fashion feature describes midseason dress ideas with a focus on wine and pastel tones, detailing a molded bodice gown with a low neckline, three quarter sleeves, and a skirt emphasis. It references Sonia, Judith, Eva, and Mia as characters amid wardrobe decisions and a retail catalog style explanation.
Southern hospitality shines in San Antonio as visitors flood in by train bus and plane. Mrs Xeilti Darling, formerly Laura Virginia Adams, is warmly welcomed at the Alamo City with a string of social events. Saturday evening Mr and Mrs Arthur Lyons and daughter Aileen honor Mrs Darling with a charmshop informal gathering. Mrs Leon Welthall Jr hosts Friday luncheon and bridge in support of her sister Mrs Molton Cardwell visiting her parents Mr and Mrs J J Robertson while Dr Cardwell is on maneuvers with the national guard. Spring blossoms color the dining room as guests enjoy the afternoon bridge.
Mrs Q M Fitzhugh is back in San Antonio with her husband due to join in September. They plan to stay several months before returning to Washington. Miss Betetle Storms completed an East tour including the New York World's Fair. Nell Donnell heads to Rockport for a weekend with her parents. May Ghatlee visits the Bastoxon Plaga in New York.
Mrs. Charles Sherbourne entertained Miss Eleanor Caterson, popular bride elect, at a Saturday luncheon in her home. A white cloth and a fruit themed centerpiece surrounded by white spring blossoms set the bridal mood. Intimate friends attended. The Womens Auxiliary of the Retired Service Personnel Association of Amy Navy and Marines held its regular meeting with Mrs. W. H. Lemay presiding and Mrs. Ea Kramer hosting the social hour. Refreshments followed at a decoratively adorned table with summer flowers.
Miss ditlen Naewel entertained with a brilliant luncheon at La Fonda Saturday, complimenting Mrs Cary Stephens and Miss Martha Av Gews and Miss Anita Van Menger. The table featured Mexican moss and tiny clay guress, with Meron Maile adorning the setting as guests arrived.
A reader seeks guidance about a young man who dates others, drives his car, and dances at night but has never spoken of commitment. The writer’s friends and family urge caution as the man appears elusive, leaving the correspondent unsure about the future and concerned for parents’ disapproval.
Table Talks reviews several dressing ideas for summer salads, highlighting Roquefort, Russian, and anchovy dressings. Recipes provide steps and ingredients, including cheese, mayonnaise or dressing bases, olives, capers, and tomatoes, with serving tips and variations for lettuce and vegetables.
Saturday evening at Koehler Park the Bexar Chapter State Association of Tex is listed with a social at White Museum honoring Mayor and Mrs. Maing Maverick. The text mentions a reception at the museum patio and a recurring Monday program at 3 p.m. on Station KTRA.
Mrs Trent Campbell and her husband return from California to a new rambling house in Woollawn Hills under renovation, with local guests including Walter Anders of Jackson and daughter Charlotte visiting. Elise and Helen display sports and social scenes, while fashion and novelty items provoke remarks about hats and advertisement copy.
Bride-elect Miss Janis Nagel and Miss Dodi Evans were honored at a Saturday shower in a home decorated with spring blossoms and crystal. About 30 guests attended as Evans's mother Mrs. Raymond Scott Evans helped serve. The Vogue hosted a fashion show featuring store models and attire for prom season during the event.
Saturday evening Mr and Mrs Arthur Lyons and daughter Jileen Orrison host a barbeque supper at the Mier home honoring Mrs Keith Banning. Sunday Miss Loise Halmgrecht and Jean Buckley hold open house at Miss Halmgreth’s home for Mary Blerboth Harper. Monday Joske Brothers Wineheon at the St Anthony hotel honors the lush captainy who will model styles. Mrs Dan Hissner’s teacher home honors Mrs Milton Spencer.
The San Antonio Breakfast Club Women held a social and regular meeting at the Gunter Hotel with Mrs. Pearl Lipscomb presiding and Miss Laila Toutze as president. Fred Choumermen spoke on work, outlining plans for a social gathering soon and a next regular meeting set for September at the Gunter.
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