Farewell Party Before Walter Volland Takes Departure
Walter Volland hosted a farewell gathering on the eve of his trip to Galveston. Guests enjoyed refreshments, games, and a musical program by Misses Pearl Bell Irene Josie Cornelia and Hazel Hunt. Attending were Hallam W H White R Peters W R Volland Charlie DeLay Reinold Heich Aladin Hart Charlie James Eugene Peters Adolph Meyers Frank Leitner Otha Thorn C McCaskill B Hearne Sam White Guy
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Galveston
Walter Volland
Pearl
Bell
Irene
Josie
Cornelia
Hazel Hunt
Messrs. and Mesdames Hallam
W. H. White
R. Peters
W. R. Volland
Messrs
Charlie DeLay
Reinold Heich
Aladin Hart
Charlie James
Eugene Peters
Adolph Meyers
Frank Lei
Hot Springs Liver Buttons Offered For Constipation Relief
Joy and bliss promote trying a single box of Hot Springs Liver Buttons marketed as a modern liver and bowel remedy. The ad claims they cure constipation, sluggish liver, gas, biliousness, and stomach distress and notes availability in San Antonio at 25 cents a box with free samples from Hot Springs Chemical Co., Hot Springs, Ark.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hot Springs
Ark
United States
San Antonio
Hot Springs Chemical Co
Local youth group names listed with chaperone noted
The passage lists numerous individuals including Kepley Charlie White Stanley Hall Willie Alder Charlie Alder Walter Volland and others with Mrs Hunt acting as chaperone for the young folks. Names appear in a loose roster likely from a community event or gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kepley
Charlie White
Stanley Hall
Willie Alder
Charlie Alder
Walter Volland
Allie Killian
Nora Jones
Mabel Volland
Cornelia Hunt
Eula Jackson
Pearl Hunt
Ella Sammon
Isabel Hunt
Allie Conners
Irene Hunt
Ruby Killian
Josie Hunt
Lillie Hall
Annie Thomas
Hazel Hunt
Jessie Keply
Ruth Thomas
Andy Carpenter
Ollie Conner
Rosalie Hawk
Rosa Jennett
A. J. Killian
Mrs. Hunt
Merry Maids Musical Club Plans Spring Play
The Merry Maids met Saturday at Miss Fona Laughlin’s home with two new membership applications. A spring play was set as the group’s next project, after a business session that preceded an afternoon program of soprano and piano solos and duets by members including Miss Loretta Small and Miss Lena Michel.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merry Maids
Merry Maids Musical Club
Fona Laughlin
Loretta Small
Lena Michel
Zingia
Bohm
Madge Griner
Gladys Henry
Ella Frass
Ryder
Theo Ahr
S. Thome
Winnie Converse
Annie Muegge
J.A. Pacher
Irene Tengg
Old
Kentucky
Mrs. Robinson
Miss Newshart
Elite Hair Dressing Parlors Stock Sale At Half Price
The entire stock of hair goods cosmetics and shell goods of the Elite Hair Dressing Parlors is offered for sale this week at one half price. The business including stock and fixtures can be purchased from the receiver at a bargain located at 120 Alamo Street next to Plaza theater.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Alamo Street
Plaza Theater
O. B. A. Hanukkah Entertainment At Hermann Sons Hall
The O. B. A. hosted an evening of entertainment at Hermann Sons hall featuring Lighting of the Candles piano solo monologues vocal and parody pieces. The program included performances by R. H. Lee Bel Miss Tillie Brown Miss Rebecca Schesteman Mrs. Clara Singer J. M. Corb Paul Marks and acts by Misses Nita Wolff and Bessie Meyers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hermann Sons’ Hall
R. H. Leebel
Tillie Brown
Rebecca Schesteman
Clara Singer
J. M. Corb
Schiller
Paul Marks
Nita Wolff
Bessie Meyers
Lap Robes Offered in Plush or Wool by Wood Ward Company
Wood Ward Carriage Company advertises lap robes for autos and carriages in plush and wool varieties. The item description emphasizes comfort and practicality for travelers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodward Carriage Company
Introducing Miss Josephine Carr at a St. Anthony dance
Mr and Mrs J M Carr present their daughter Miss Josephine Carr at a dance at the St Anthony hotel. Ladies Aid and Missionary circles of the First Presbyterian church meet in districts at 3 30 pm. Our Reading club gathers at 3 30 pm at the Camden street clubhouse. The Gibbons Literary club meets at 3 pm at the Knights of Columbus hall.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mrs. J. M. Carr
Miss Josephine Carr
St. Anthony Hotel
Ladies’ Aid and Missionary Society of
The
First Presbyterian Church
Our
Reading Club
Camden Street
the Gibbons Literary Club
Knights of Columbus Hall
Miss Bertha Smith 13th Birthday Celebration
Miss Bertha Smith marked her thirteenth birthday Saturday afternoon at her East Myrtle street home. The party featured cut flowers and ferns, refreshments, games, and dancing with Mesdames Walsh Taleot and Pereida assisting in entertaining. Attending were Misses Marie Grandjean Helen Hartman Julia Lobban Beatrice Grandjean Hazel Stewart Eula Rohrer Lula Saunders Mary Daniel Elizabeth Daniel Clair McLean Ardis Dean Keeling Kathleen Clarke Rosalee Smith Mary Daniel Louise Smith Wesley Townsend Robert Smallwood Lester Talcot Albert Talcot Carlton Talbot Gus Daniel Ralph Walsh Kelknap Talcot Jake Smith.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bertha Smith
East
Myrtle Street
Mesdames Walsh
Taleot
Pereida
Marie Grandjean
Helen Hartman
Julia Lobban
Beatrice Grandjean
Hazel Stewart
Eula Rohrer
Lula Saunders
Mary Daniel
Elizabeth Daniel
Clair McLean
Ardis Dean Keeling
Kathleen Clarke
Rosalee Smith
Louise Smith
Wesley Townsend
Robert Smallwood
Lester Talcot
Albert Talcot
Carlton Talbot
Gus Daniel
Ralph Walsh
Kelknap Talcot
Jake Smith
Mr and Mrs Albert Lewiss Kre dell Move to Victoria
Mr and Mrs Albert Lewiss Kre dell have relocated to Victoria where they plan to reside in the future.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Albert Lewiss Kredell
Victoria
Mrs Dreiss Hosts Heart Party for Calanthe Hesse Groom
Miss Regina Hesse and Miss Eliz beth Koch hosted a heart party at Mrs Louis Dreiss home Saturday night in honor of Calanthe Hesse who is to wed Tuesday. Pink and white decor set the theme for the reception and dining rooms. Progressive hearts was the favored game and a two course luncheon followed. Attendees included the bride groom and her wedding party.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Regina Hesse
Elizabeth Koch
Louis Dreiss
Calanthe Hesse
Mrs H Kempner Guests in Galveston
Mrs H Kempner of Galveston is the guest of her daughter Mrs Henry Oppenheimer on East Elmira street, the city residence of the family noted in social notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
H. Kempner
Galveston
Henry Oppenheimer
East Elmira Street
Calanthe Hesse and William Seale Wedding Tomorrow
The wedding of Miss Calanthe Hesse and William Colin Seale will be held tomorrow evening at Westminster Presbyterian church. Attendants include maid of honor Regina Hesse, bridesmaids Ruth Behring and Elizabeth Koch, best man A L Cunningham, groomsmen Will Morris and Herman Hesse, ushers Carl Behring and Frank West.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Calanthe Hesse
William Colin Seale
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Regina Hesse
Ruth Behring
Elizabeth Koch
A. L. Cunningham
Will Morris
Herman Hesse
Carl Behring
Frank West
Heiman Dance Hosts Janet Gumberts Honoree
Mr and Mrs Silva Heiman of 215 West Laurel street plan a Tuesday evening dance at their home in honor of their niece Miss Janet Gumberts. They will be assisted by Mrs Julius Gumberts and Mrs Emil Levi of Evansville Indiana.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silva Heiman
West Laurel Street
Janet Gumberts
Heiman
Julius Gumberts
Emil Levi
Evansville
Ind
Mrs Emil Levi Visits Evansville Sisters on Laurel Street
Mrs Emil Levi of Evansville Indiana is the guest of her sisters Mrs Silva Heiman and Mrs Julius Gumberts on West Laurel Street as reported in local society notes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Emil Levi
Evansville, Ind
Silva Heiman
Julius Gumberts
West Laurel Street
Mrs Balcom to Host Linen Shower for Florence Converse
Mrs. O A Balcom of 129 California Street will entertain with a linen shower next Saturday afternoon for Miss Florence Converse, a bride of next week.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
O. A. Balcom
California Street
Merry Maids Musical Club to entertain at Griner home
The Merry Maids Musical Club will entertain at 3 30 o clock next Friday afternoon at the home of Mrs. J G Griner on Sixth street in compliment to Miss Florence Converse whose engagement has been announced. The hostesses will be Mrs Griner and Lena Michel and Edith Raybould.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Merry Maids Musical Club
J. G. Griner
Sixth Street
Florence Converse
Mrs. Griner
Lena Michel
Edith Raybould
Henderson and Memphis Ladies Visit Mrs Gottlieb
Miss Edna Lieber of Henderson Kentucky and Mrs. William Rosenfield of Memphis Tennessee are guests of Mrs. David Gottlieb at 1014 San Pedro Avenue. Mrs Gottlieb and her guests will be at home Wednesdays.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edna Lieber
Henderson, Ky
William Rosenfield
Memphis, Tenn
David Gottlieb
San Pedro Avenue
Hazel Oatman and William Van Vieck to Wed in Austin
The Austin bride Miss Hazel Oatman will wed Houston resident William George Van Vieck on Wednesday evening in Austin. San Antonio socialites will appear in the wedding party, including matron of honor Mrs. Bertice Bacon and maid of honor Miss Hermine Oatman, with bridesmaids Terry Marley San Antonio Bessie Belle Tips Seguin Zula Nash Thelma Garrett Lillian Sutton. Best man Duke Oatman leads a group of attendants from Houston and San Antonio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hazel Oatman
Austin
William George van Vieck
Houston
Bertice Bacon
Minneapolis
Hermine Oatman
Terry Marley
San Antonio
Bessie Belle Tips
Seguin
Zula Nash
Thelma Garrett
Lillian Sutton
Hosiery shower for Buckners' orphans at River side Park
The Philathea class of River side Park Baptist church plans a hosiery shower for Buckners' orphan home children tomorrow evening at Mrs. J. D. Dickinson’s Arlington court home. Refreshments to follow. all members and friends invited to bring one or more pairs of hose.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Riverside Park Baptist Church
Buckners’ Orphan Home
J. D. Dickinson
Arlington Court
Unsleeping Duty Recalled Amid War Memory
In candid reflections Decca Lamar West laments not stealing glory from the past but argues caretaking duty to aging veterans and faithful families is a duty owed to those who served. The speaker emphasizes gratitude to the old guardians of wartime heroes and the hardships endured in the years that followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ens
Decca Lamar West
Fortieth precinct meeting hosted by Mrs Parker
Mrs C D Parker hosted the fortieth precinct seventh yard organization meeting. Mayor Jones Alderman Boynton and health board members spoke. Mrs Parker received guests with Mesdames Cobb Roberts and Boynton assisting. Rooms featured white and yellow chrysanthemums and American Beauty roses. Refreshments were served by Misses Kate Williams Bessie Gilmer Aileen Cobb Marguerite Johnson Ethel Parker and Mrs Horne. Musical selections by Miss Mary Nelson.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
C. D. Parker
Fortieth
Seventh Yard
Mayor Jones
Alderman Boynton
Health Board
Parker
Mesdames Cobb, Roberts
Boynton
Kate Williams
Bessie Gilmer
Aileen Cobb
Marguerite Johnson
Ethel Parker
Mrs. Horne
Mary Nelson
Ladies Sunshine circle meets at 329 Idaho street
The Ladies Sunshine circle gathered at Mrs. Charles Finehout’s home on Idaho street to discuss Mexico with art displays. Miss Irene Finehout performed violin selections and Grace John read aloud. a two course luncheon followed for a group of guests. The next meeting is set for December 11 with Industry as the topic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sunshine Circle
Charles Finehout
Idaho Street
Mexico
Irene Finehout
Grace John
Mesdames J. P. Andrews
Ovid Davis
Leverett Bryan
Rachel John
Children of the American Revolution Meet at Beck Home
The group gathered Saturday afternoon at Miss Marion Beck’s home. Roll call named Indian tribes and Miss Lorena Robertson read an interesting paper. Miss Maray Katherine Kemper contributed several delightful readings. Refreshments followed hosted by the hostess.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marion Beck
Lorena Robertson
Maray
Katherine Kemper
Children of the American Revolution to Meet January Fourth
The next meeting will be held January 4 at the home of Master Danforth White located at 414 Craig Place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
The
Children of the American Revolution
Danforth White
Craig Place
General Davis S. Stanley Circle G A R meeting announced
The regular meeting of the General Davis S. Stanley Circle Ladies of the G A R No 3 will be held at 2 30 oclock tomorrow afternoon at the Knights of Pythias hall Officers for the ensuing year will be elected.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Davis S. Stanley
Knights of Pythias Hall
Surprise Welcome For Walter Volland Navy Return
Walter Volland, who has left to rejoin the navy, was surprised by a large crowd of friends. Refreshments were served and an enjoyable evening followed. Guests included Peters, W. H. White, W. R. Volland, Frank McCaskill, Frank Leitner, Charlie James, Sam White, Charlie White, Mrs. A. J. Killian, and several Misses and Mesdames, forming a warmly received gathering.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Walter Volland
Navy
Messrs
and Mesdames Peters
W. H. White
W. R. Voland
Frank McCaskill
Frank Leitner
Charlie James
Sam White
Charlie White
A. J. Killian
Jessie Kepley
Ruth Thomas
Eula Jackson
Josie Hunt
Irene Hunt
Ella Sammon
Ruby Killian
Altrenea
Belle Hunt
Mabel Volland
Residents' Health Auxiliary Meeting Set for Dec 16
The committee of the citizens auxiliary to the board of health of the forty third precinct seventh ward will meet at 3 o'clock Monday afternoon December 16 at the home of Mrs. Peters 137 Leopold Place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Citizens’ Auxiliary
Board of Health
Forty-Third Precinct
Seventh Ward
Leap Year Dance At Casino To Be Hosted By Young Ladies
The younger set will host a leap year dance Thursday evening at the Casino. Chaperones include Mr. and Mrs. Frank Converse Mrs. Louis Spahn Mrs. Louis Friederich and Mr. and Mrs. Nat Lorio.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Converse
Louis Spahn
Louis Friederich
Nat Lorio
Dentist Dr Keeling Offers Painless Cavity Care
Dr Keeling a dentist at 517 Moore Building provides somnoform anesthesia for painless cavity preparation and nerve or tooth extraction.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Keeling
Moore
Woodward Carriage Co Offers Fine Carriage Robes Now
Now is the time to select that carriage robe from Woodward Carriage Co offering durable fabrics and stylish trims for sleigh and coach use.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Woodward Carriage Co
Want Mrs. Goode Pardoned
A petition circulates in Waco to urge Governor Colquitt to pardon Pearl Goode who was sentenced to twenty five years for murdering her husband at Ben Hur Limestone county on June 25, 1908. J L Russell of the Home of the Good Shepherd collects signatures.
Baer Confers With Fisher Over Confirmation
United States Marshal Phil E. Baer left Paris Texas for Sherman to confer with Chief Deputy Fisher about office matters today Fisher has been reappointed and no field deputies have been named Democrats are wiring Washington urging Baer's confirmation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baer
Fisher
Paris
Tex
United States
Phil E. Baer
Sherman
Washington
A Prescription for a Long Life from a 99-Year-Old
An old Conn. gentleman at 99 offers life longevity tips: temperance, slow anger, no worry, ample outdoor exercise, and cheerful spirit. Ad promotes Vinol cod liver oil tonic as a powerful builder for the aged, with testimonials from Mrs. Mary Ivey of Columbus, Georgia, and a San Antonio druggist. Also mentions Saxo Salve for skin trouble with a money-back guarantee.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Conn
Mary Ivey
Columbus
Vinci
A. M. Fischer
San Antonio
Tex
Children Write To Santa Claus For Christmas Cheer
Letters arrive at The Light and are forwarded to the Christmas Cheer committee. The Young Women’s Christian Association group outlines plans for a headquarters opening at 219 East Commerce Street and lists many volunteers to organize the toy drive for local children.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Claus
Christmas Cheer Committee
Carson Street
East Commerce Street
Young Woman's Christian Association
J. W. Forgerson
Ella Gillis
Victor Keller
J. 5. Adams
A. B. Nash
J. M. Allardyce
W.W. M. Bingaman
J. C. Boles
G. A. Mayer
Henry Burns
C. J. Cungus
R. H. Gresham
Harry Hurt
J. E. Lockwood
Lee Miller
August Nester
J. T
J. G. Hennessy
J H. Kirkpatrick
Ed Lamm
Joseph Muir
G. S. McElroy
W. F. Miller
Nicholson
Frank Paschal
Ss. F. Roach
W. A. Shafer
Fred York
Texas County Wet Areas Count 92 779 Square Miles
The comptroller's department reports that Texas has 92 779 square miles of wet and partially wet counties, 362 762 total state area, and 172 221 dry square miles. Census 1910 shows 3 896 542 total population with 1 734 359 in wet areas, leaving 2 162 183 in dry territory.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Comptroller’s Department
Texas
Compare Macaroni and Lion Brand for Quality and Purity
A shopper is urged to test macaroni bought from a grocer against Lion Brand products. Compare by weight appearance and taste after cooking to judge which offers better quality and purity. The ad promises Lion Brand will be preferred.
Green Stockings brings Margaret Anglin to Grand Opera House
Amusements notes announce A. I E W Mason's new comedy Green Stockings starring Margaret Anglin at the Grand Opera House for three nights starting tonight with a matinee Wednesday. Anglin shifts from tragedy to lighter fare, in a plot set in England at Lumley Park with themes of unmarried sisters and stockings tied to weddings.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Green Stockings
A. I E. W. Mason
Margaret Anglin
Miss Anglin
Grand Opera House
England
Lumley Park
William Faraday
Pink Lady star John E. Young to lead Condidier role in Grand Opera run
John E. Young, known for his Bebe to Condidier switch, will appear in the Klaw & Erlanger production of Te Pink Lady at the Grand Opera house for four nights with a Saturday matinee. A western-born actor, he has long been tied to the original Atlantic City cast and later New York run. His artistry leans toward acting in this comedy, with Condidier providing key comic moments and musical hits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John E. Young
Condidier
Klaw & Erlanger
Grand Opera House
Atlantic City
New York
Mr. Young
Bebe
A. L. Erlanger
Oilman Millikin Arrested on Statutory Charge
W H Millikin an oil and real estate man was arrested by the sheriff on statutory charges filed by Estelle Kinney. He signed an appearance bond of 1000 before Justice Ben S Fisk who set the bond Saturday. J R Black Millikins business partner is named among the prosecuting witnesses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. H. Millikin
Sheriff's Department
Estelle Kinney
Millikin
Ben S. Fisk
J. R. Black
Trippers Relieve Congested Traffic On Key Lines
The Traction company operated trippers between 7 and 8 a.m. on the West End Beacon Hill and South Heights lines to ease crowding. Morning and evening rush hours have taxed cars to capacity, leaving many without seats. Officials say doubling tracks is needed to fully resolve the congestion.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
West End
Beacon Hill
South Heights
Traction Company
Condi
Wagner Succeeds Justice in Texas National Guard
Captain James Justice U S A is relieved as military inspector instructor of the Texas National Guard. Captain H S Wagner of the Fourteenth Infantry arrives from Fort William Henry to assume duties in Austin. Justice will depart by December 20 for Plattsburg N Y to join the Fifteenth Infantry after an unattached assignment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wagner
Justice
Austin
Tex
James Justice
Texas National Guard
H.S. Wagner
Fourteenth Infantry
Fort William Henryes
Helena
Mont
Plattsburg
N. Y
Fifteenth Infantry
Twenty-second Infantry
Fifty Seek Dentists License in Texas Examination
About 50 applicants for dentistry licenses take the exam today before the state dental board in the Texas House hall. Under state law created for the board all applicants must pass a satisfactory test to practice dentistry in the state.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Austin
Tex
State Dental Board
House of Representatives
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New York Exchange
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Beulah B. Patterson
the Daughters of the Confederacy
Fort Worth
Joseph Dibrell
Mrs. Peters
A. Collman
Plimber
Main Ay
Ais Pe
Watt
Washer Bros. CO
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