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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1939
Page
2
In a winter drawing room overlooking a lake, Pat plans a final gesture for Griff’s memory as Brent wrestles with love and duty. Pat reveals Griff’s fate while Brent seeks reconciliation, and a poised realization surfaces about divorce, loyalty, and the hurt behind the tragedy.
A wavering reporter Brent Randolph asks to see Mr Saunders at Randolph's office after Mrs Randolph’s absence from the stall. The scene shifts to a memory-filled room where Brent recalls the moment he confessed love, the sunlight, and the ache of longing for a woman he loves.
A clipped exchange between Clay Saunders and another party reveals strained interaction as questions about Brey and a girl named Midhe unfold. The scene includes interruptions, emotional tension, and a looming divorce topic set against a broader historical backdrop.
A fragmented notice describes a clothing item, a thin wool Trock, in a blue shade. It mentions Havana bound travel plans, home gatherings, and a simple collection of garments. The phrasing is muddled but centers on a maritime holiday mood and fashion details.
Deb Lafe Ward hosts a debut luncheon with a winter lake scene tableau. Attendees include Mrs Harry Harrison sponsor Mrs Weir Labats and Mesdames Jack Browning W T Beard Jr Carruth Ir Scott Schreiner and Misses Lucile Campbell Mary Engusa Dickson and others at the Canine elk venue.
A special railway coach for Texas Elis Bastern will carry Wirdimerous students home from the East for Christmas. The car will be filled with Mary Baldwin items as Miss Mary Jane Lyles, Hazel Meaday, Gia Glover, Mary Olive Hull, and Mary Elizabeth Shetdar return for the holidays. Other social events include a Thomas party and a late Friday dancing gathering hosted by Miss Margaret Thornton.
Mrs. C. W. Miner and Mrs. Honry Aidgenary hosted a coffee and linen shower for Helen Tibbets. The event began at 60 a.m. in her former home with bridesmaids and guests praising the bride and a banquet featuring decorative flowers and chryanthemums.
The text lists a Black and White Ball by the Swastike club at the Municipal auditorium with Bexar chapter. It mentions Turker tall, 217 Neengdaches street, and the Texas State College for Women student association in Bay, with Miss Kate Andrews at 482 Foton avenue as host.
Table Talks reviews a new recipe book from a major brand on enlivening appetizers using bouillon cubes. It offers tomato juice cocktails and celery spinach blends, with specific recipes like Tomato Bouillon Cocktail and Clam Tomato Cocktail, urging readers to try bold, easy preparations for party menus.
Miss Harrison celebrated with a formal Friday night reception at the Country Club hosted by Mr and Mrs. Scriritinet Jr and Mr and Mrs. Labatt Jr. Nearly 500 guests attended as purple and gold decor lit the ballroom. A garden bench arch, yellow mums, and gold accents complemented Miss Harrison in a pale blue and silver gown. Mrs Labatt wore peach net and brocade. Breakfast close to midnight featured green chrysanthemum and gold grape centerpieces. The event honored Mrs Hester Harrison for her ninety‑three years, with daughter Mrs Marvel Gowton assisting and relatives expected from Ohio.
A fragment recalls Mrs. Marlin Arnold avoiding superstition about unlucky thirteen, mentions Mrs. John James with a box and a fatal incident, notes Mrs. Harry Jersig in gray tweed, and hints at a duck-hunting expedition with decoys.
Social calendar notes a Saturday evening gathering with Mr and Mrs Tapert Barclay and Mr and Mrs Fidella Chamberlain at the Country Club for a dinner dance honoring Misses Hester Harrison Margret Whisenent Carolyn Brown Ruth Taylor and Edith Cochran. Also listed are a deoue teanes and a dinner party at Mell home honoring Mr and Mrs Ferdinand Bunte of Chicago and Miss Frances Manlove, with another event in hangar of Lieut Ralph Tackwood of Randolph Field.
Mary Louise Sten and Roy Russell Ford were married at St Mark's Episcopal Church on a Saturday morning service conducted by Rev Everatt Jones. The bride wore a crepe dress with green accessories and orchid corsage. a reception followed at the St Anthony hotel. After a Mexico City honeymoon the couple will reside at 2136 Watts Road, Houston. Notable out of town guests attended from Sagaview Shreveport Laredo Austin Luling and Houston.
The Alamo Hall chapter of the Daughters of the Republic of Texas will commemorate San Antonio Day with a program at 6 p.m. led by speaker Judge Stanley Banks and violin performance by Mrs Barbora Henstey, accompanied by Mrs Wa N Henlsey. The group meets at 2230 p.m. Tuesday at Alamo Hall with presiding officer Mrs Ben E Edwards.
Moydaniel Albin Steves and Stella Steves Walker hosted a morning breakfast for Miss desopniie Wilken, with guests including Mrs. Alfred Maury and others at the Steves home on King William Street. A later tea and dance shower will honor Miss Bernice Foster at 4 p.m. at Mrs. West Agield Avenue.
Mrs Harry Blackstagk Homester returns home after two months away from Uhese parla Les. She found her belongings near Cleuhamy Guy Ane Mi Cayme D1. The Pl Onticron chapter of Phil Eta gocorily will meet Tuesday at 7:30 p m at Sue BL Anthony hotel. Miss Inez Hamitten reviews Regehing for the Stare by Nora Welin. Mrs Tone Pearce English bs president. Miss Mne Javle EWI is program director. Rip Van Winkle December 22 3 10 A M Municipal Auditorium. Eire OF Cares pitaya dorm chile Hellen from S6¢6 42 pla tax. Mrs Be Allieson 2470 Ady.
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