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San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1936

Page

23

Hamptons Social Scene Grapples With Change on the Beach

In a reflective column CHOLLY ENJURERBOCKER notes rising exclusivity in the Hamptons as natives and Wall Street summer residents clash over chambers of commerce and holiday access. He highlights shifting social dynamics, rising costs, and a quiet wedding amid illness in the Ewing family.

Cholly Enjurerbocker Velverral Service Society New York Aug Long Iseland Hamptons Bauthampton Fast Hampton Siig Chambers of Commerce Wall Street Noday Southampton East Hamptons

Louisiana couple weds in chapel before France trip

The marriage occurred last evening in Si Jean Baptiste church with only immediate families present. The bride is daughter of Henri Lanson of Reims and Mme Lanson, a Fulton Missouri alumna. The groom is heir to the Champagne industry legacy. A reception and dinner follow at the St. Regis hotel prior to their voyage to France. Betty, famed socialite, resumes a globe trekking phase touring cities from New York to London with her husband, keeping a brisk, train loving pace.

Si. Jean Gagnon France St. Regis Munsoh G. Shaw George Motinet M. Lanson Che Henri Lanson Reiis Nance Champagne Mime Lanson Lucie D’angelaant de ‘Tassigny Wile Fulton

Open Forum Letter Urges Tough Traffic Enforcement

A reader urges the police to curb downtown congestion by banning parking stunts, blocking deliveries, and keeping cars from streets near St. Marys and Commerce. The letter calls for strict enforcement, targeting violators with fines to fund meter revenue and questions police training versus firemen standards.

the Light St. Mary's Commerce Houston

Anti Mud Slinging Fight Praised Editor The Light

Edwin Waller letters from across the state praise a mud free campaign. He urges a governor appointed board of men and women to meet in Austin after each election and recount all votes to curb foul political tactics.

the Light Austin Istate Edwin Waller

Death by own action hovers over Congress editorials

The Light laments the death of Congressman Biorcheck and critiques the era’s policy culture. It warns of a dangerous contagion among lawmakers who cope with distress through bravado and escapism, urging swift steps to curb the trend and restore disciplined leadership.

Congress Biorcheck Bie

Notable Women Meet on Film Set With Three Pioneers

Amelia Earhart Ruth Bryan Owen and Miriam Ferguson met on a motion picture set. Mrs Rohde and her party, with Capt Boerge Rohde, visited Ferguson and appeared delighted, sharing a moment likely to be recorded by photographers.

Amelia Lalon Ruth Bryan Owen United States Denmark Miriam Ma") Ferguson Texas Boergen Rohde Christian X Rohde MNS Ferguson Ines

IPhoto Show at Witte Display Highlights Local Art

MOLLY HEILMAN reports a ten day exhibition at the Witte museum featuring G A C Unitt of San Antonio and several local artists. Awards include Sea Gull by Haw winning first prize with other entries like Contentment and Evening praised by judges including Claude Anlol of Southwestern Engraving. The display notes many contributors from photographers to donors and marks the museum’s tenth birthday with a cake event for visitors.

Molly Heilman G. A.C. Unitt San Antonio Haw Pearse Claude Anlol Southwestern Engraving Company

Katherine Hudson Soprano to Sing at Aug Event

Soprano Katherine Hudson will perform with pianist Lee Norrell and pianist Vera Harper at a program featuring works by Manuel Ponce Tollinage and Chopin. The San Antonio Federation of Music Clubs opens its season September 3 with a musical luncheon at the St. Anthony Hotel, Mary Adele Carson set to be presented.

Jordan Cresson Katherine Hudson Drang Lee Noreyi Pana Vera Harper Uneois Ras Aurore Evyetal Dallroony Gary Helevy Manuel Ponce Tollinage Wal Uebursy Lee Norrell Aus Femn Wartz Chopin Chopin Lee Norrell San Antonio Federation At

Hopalong Cassidy Relaunch in Paramount Series

Irving Bacon Gail Sheridan are sidelined by Harry Sherman for a new Hopalong Cassidy picture at Paramount featuring William Boyd George Hayes with Wil liam Jancey Jr and Grant Richards in the supporting cast. Production slated to begin around August 16. Charlene Wyatt seven year old star of Valiant is the word for Carrie daughter of a Los Angeles bakery driver in a three decker, three feet wide. An anniversary dinner is planned for 140 guests. A rattlesnake study at the museum reptile garden revealed snakes are color blind to some tones. Dr Dudfrey Jackson venom expert may lead the investigation and has withheld details pending study.

Boyd Irving Bacon Gail Sheridan Harowei Paramount Harry Sherman Wiliam Boyd George Hayes Wiliam Jancey Jr Grant Richards Jimmy Rison Cyril B. DeMille Hop. Wang Hopalong Caseiq Gei Charlene Wyatt Carrie Los Angeles Dudfrey Jackson

Rare Fabrics Worn by Film Singer

Gladys Swarthout, star of the Champagne Waltz, showcases fall fashion with new gowns. Designer Travis Bantop selects a rare green gold taffeta ensemble featuring a gold brocade jacket with miniature tapestry motifs and a full skirt. The jacket, created by Binnehini of Paris, is noted as among the richest garments in the era.

Gladys Swarthout Cnstume Swarthout Binnehini Paris Swarthoub

Star Treasures First Fan Letter Story

Star Treasures star Marsha Hunt drops a folded sheet of Mole paper from The Turning Painter set, a ribbon tied in her makeup box. Kent Taylor, who saw the moment, asked if the note was for him, and she confirmed it was the first fan letter to her. Letter addressed to Mrs Willgmn Pike 19, Carperbrock Newfoundland.

Kent Taylor Miss Hunt Willgmn Pike Carperbrock Newfoundland

Lombard Shops For Fall Wardrobe At Studio

Carole Lombard, returning from a vacation, is seen at a studio conferring with Travis Banton about fall wardrobe. She wears black crepe with matching sandals, ruby clips by Diamonds, and a broad black hat with shallow crowns.

New York dancer Bernice Gascoine refilmed with notable names

Miss Bernice Gascoine refilmed in New York City spending two months studying dance with Billy Newsome Lori Egger and Ernest Carlos Vladintrogt of the Americany ballet and Ella Daganova. She also starred in modern dancing with Von Stown producer of the Radio Music Hall and Roxy theater dance creations.

Bernice Gascoine Lwsb Feck New York Oity Billy Newsome Lori Egger Ernest Carlos Vladintrogt Americany Ballet Ella Daganova von Stown Roxy Theater

Cup Cakes Beckons Heather in David Boone Show

Realrer Angel prepares a pastry themed skit with hopped pineapple and candied flavors for a Seine stage. Heather is set to face George O'Brien in the production David Boone.

Realrer Angel Heather George O'Brien David Boone

Fall Fashion Gown by Claudette Calhart Showcases Velvet Dots

The article previews Claudette Calhart's latest gown featuring large black and white velvet dots in clusters, a deep shirred waistline, low round neckline, and soft tied bow accents. A white satin slip completes the ensemble, described as demurely smart and suitable for elegant romance in the season.

Claudetta Calhart Vray Banton Grace Fig Claudette Salem Psnara Frank Lloyd

Vampire star Vivienne Osborn causes real life scene

Vivienne Osbor n, famed for playing a vampire in films, briefly disrupted a Chicago couple's evening when she approached them for a candid photo session. She joined them for a few still pictures while in makeup and an evening gown, and the tense moment ended with the couple leaving together.

Vivienne Osburnn Chicago Miss Osborne

Hopalong Revival Cast Announced for Paramount Series Return

Helen Flint and Jeandany Wiliam Boyd lead in Hopalong Cassidy Returns as Paramount announces a new series offer. George Hi attached in supporting role. Hamy Ant signs for key part in the revived western spectacle.

Hopalong Helen Flint Hamy Ant Cassidy Returns Paramount Reloute Jeanbany Wiliam Boyd George Hi

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