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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1934
Page
8
San Antonio’s close knit social system treats the annual debutante selection as a serious, private affair. Debutantes are chosen by a German club, with a formal ceremony on the second Friday in November. Each debutante has a sponsor and a circle of social expectation surrounds the event.
The Fiesta de San Jacinto crowns a debutante as queen each April. The selection draws out-of-town socialites from cities like Galveston and El Paso, while parent sponsors face financial and gown costs ranging from about $100 to $60. Carriage, gowns, and jewelry add to expenses as social expectations shape the event.
A prose snapshot outlines a debutante presentation with mother hosting a tea or reception and a dance, followed by food. It notes orchestra costs from $180 to $300, a florist at $200, total expenses near $500, and punch costs around 70 to 100 dollars, with maids and attire adding further charges.
Los Angeles dispatch outlines actress Shirley Temple's potential future projects and studio moves at MGM, with mentions of Jean Harlow, William Powell, Greta Garbo, and Frances Dee. It notes production plans for Reckless and Becket, as well as industry gossip on talent, contracts, and upcoming arrivals, alongside a glance at SMU injuries and college games.
A garbled field reports people visiting over Thanksgiving, including George Collins and his mother, with references to an Adora apartment manager and cars from twelve states. Mentions of Walr garage, Snow Brackenrides, and a dozen bergs hint at rental searches and local scenes amid a chaotic, partial transcription.
Thieves stole silverware tableware jewelry and clothing from the home of T. W. Tucker at 1144 Rigsby. Entry likely gained with a pass key. loot valued around 200 dollars. Police seek information on two suspects.
In Dallander Ontario a set of quintuplets born to Yvonne and the family, under country physician Dr AR DiFoe, show remarkable growth. Each infant has nearly quintupled birth weight within seven days, with Yvonne weighing about 12 pounds at birth and now over 12 pounds as the group reports rapid weight gain.
A charge of robbery was filed Saturday against John Taylor of Missoula Montana a deserter from the army. Justice of the Peace John R Bhogk presided with Sheriff Houston Minor present. Taylor is accused of robbing $1 from B L Cockrell on November 20 and has been identified with multiple other victims by deputy investigators.
Marsieyenel anniversary of Highland Park Presbyterian will be celebrated Sunday with Rev. Brooks T. Dickey of Wester Tesus Presbytery delivering an anniversary sermon. The church reports 470 in the congregation and 390 in Sunday school.
Bill Thomas a 27 year old driver for Golden Figs Taxi Company was arrested Friday after a street crash at Est Houston and St Marys streets in a probe. A 25 year old pedestrian Miss Ber nlee K Temple of 406 Bnat Lali hock sites was injured police said. Bond set at $200.
The First Presbyterian Church will open its winter vesper season with services led by Rev. BB ill. Parishioners can attend a one hour worship with a later home gathering. Classified ads note linoleum flooring and light items for sale nearby.
Reported Dec 1 1920 government investigators post their boat for Mrs Melon, wife of George Baby Face Nelson. Witnesses describe Tuesday’s Barrington clash where Nelson and agents Cowley and Hollis were mortally wounded. Suspected that Mrs Gillis may have been dragged from a district and placed in a government car. the motive remains unclear.
The Rev Jesse Falvington of the Baptist temple will start a one week revival series at Tl and ni. Services Sunday through weekday will be held, with increased bandage membership noted and a celebratory anniversary announced for Yelvington.
Leaders of the stewards and lay activities boards announce the 1 am Sunday installation at FastoMedal Venvis Park Methodist church. Anthony, the lay pastor, and board members Robert Tate and Jehu G Swope are named.
A man received ten days in county jail after being found guilty of stealing a coat and vest valued at $30 from VB Liter along with related items. The incident occurred on November 4 at Frots Flores on Vd Colima Street, with further sentencing notes recorded in County Court at Law No. 1 on Saturday as part of the McCollum Burnell case.
The North Side Baptist Church of San Pradisco and Catallia Streets will begin a revival meeting next day with sermons by the Rev. Tallie Willame, pastor. George Wilson, ex-angelist sugar, will assist with singing and program duties.
Revival services continue this week at First Cuober Landmark as a two week event nears its close. Worship plans for Sunday are highlighted by the church community and expected attendance remains strong.
Wright Joi Mitchell, a farmer from Copwales, was adjudged bankrupt Saturday by Judge R. J. Weeatittan in Teernl court. Mitchell's debts were about $2457 and his assets around $2.
In Carlisle Pennsylvania on December 1 rumors arose about Bluo J Noakes and his family as a new clue surfaced. R U Noakes claimed possible explanations linked to migration patterns and tragic events. A funeral ceremony for Noakes’ relatives drew many locals. Two Noakes men faced suspended sentences after disturbances involving Russell Pipree’s sister Winifred. A justice of the peace jailed Pipree’s sister 90 days sparking further appeals and probation discussions. Noakes sisters Winnie Chaffin and Kate Gibby sought Mrs Piers to limit stall identification of a suspect linked to the case.
Eleven investigators from the Alcohol Unit who failed Civil Service exams were told they would be assigned to Kaenik on nonpay status, pending a treasury ruling by Attorney General Cummings. The decision hinges on a January submission to Congress to decide if pay will be restored. Names of those affected include L. Einwell, A A Stewart, A D Pitagevald, A A Harms, R B Hautiltman, Louis Schreier, and GR Kellogg.
Royal wedding preparations reveal a quietly vigilant guard of royal attendees. Prince Paul of Yugoslavia led social processions with Belgrade police and his entourage while three London connectors and Westminster Abbey doors remained under constant watch before the ceremony.
Four infantry officers of the Second Division are assigned to I CON with bia mir corps at Brooks Field for two weeks starting December 1 under Army policies for joint duties. Officers include Lieuts. Thomas V. Welty of the Ninth Infantry and Lieuts. Maevy H. Fischer Henry G. Quartier and Frank Unn Relhyvell of the Twenty-third Infantry.
Merrill Bishop will lead the 6rst St Mack's Open Forum at the parish house on Thursday. The session features Bishop delivering a discussion on "What Is the Christian Church's Rule Toward Communism, Fascism, and Bolshevism" and aims to outline church positions for parishioners.
The First Lady returns to the White House after a Thanksgiving visit with the president at Warm Springs, California. Roosevelt plans to resume official duties and recover from illness, with daily notices and ads following in the edition.
Washington sources say President Roosevelt may announce a major relief program with an estimated 4 to 13 billion dollar federal appropriation. Officials debate whether to spur private recovery or expand public works, with advisers urging more workshops, community colonization, and rehab loans to aid millions on relief.
Governor Miriam A Ferguson issued eight conditional pardons and three full pardons while commuting sentences for three convicts. Gilverh Negal of Bexar County faced charges of receiving and concealing stolen property with a two to five year range. John Garnenter, also from Bexar County, had a five to twenty year robbery assault sentence commuted to five years.
In Godily Court No 1 Judge Mecoum Burnett listed George Ortiz of Garner Road and Rudy Gel Garner as defendants in an October 4 theft case involving a BR W Grief vehicle. Ortiz pleaded guilty to malicious damage. fined 25 dollars plus costs. Gel received a 60 day jail sentence.
Paris reports a diplomatic push as French foreign minister Laval urged Germany to commit to peace by stating its intentions in the government assembly. Germany’s envoy and foreign ministers from France and Italy discussed Eastern Europe while Laval warned Germany to honor obligations amid tensions.
Firemen rescued ten men trapped on a three story Denver building after a wall collapsed during a blaze yesterday. The victims were carried from ladders as bricks and debris fell from the red brick pile.
Police report a motorist was robbed of $36 by two armed men who forced him from a private repair area near Tithtrell street and Gas cepalont road. The victim, Charles Venemin, said the suspects fled on foot toward South Alamo after the incident near Tunnlin board.
Jack Wallace, a laundry worker, was taken to Robert B. Green Hospital early Gallarday after an unidentified assailant struck him on the head with a guitar, causing a gash. Police did not find the attacker.
Miss Tud Sfusgraves of the Bel gi Cogn will address Central Christian church for the annual Women’s Day observance at 4 50 p m Sunday. There will be special music by the Bel Canto choir.
Ny J. Ibman presents a Saturday night radio block featuring short hour preem opera series on WOAT and network at 5:30 p.m. with Kel Murray and other ensembles performing dance music, followed by a premier of Ballads of the Bayou on Roxy network. Also slated are broadcasts of Symphonic works, a Ramberg drama, and James M. Beck as CBS guest speaker discussing constitutional questions.
June Knight married yesterday to Paul S. Ames a former member of the New York Exchange. They left for New York with Ames' mother Mrs. M. S. Antes and will resume her film work on the coast. The wedding license caused a big display of orchids at the license bureau.
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