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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1941
Page
14
A letter from MOE R advises a 17 year old reader to enjoy youth and avoid forcing a breakup with a fickle boy. The adviser notes jealousy is common and urges forming no firm exclusive bond yet, suggesting many sweethearts may be experienced before marriage. The tone is practical and empathetic, reflecting teen guidance style.
The Unguarded Hour drew a lively audience as the little theater staged a polished performance Monday night. Albert La Coste led as the prosecutor Sir Franca Dearden, with Louis W. Gilbert and Gladys Crosser delivering standout turns. The play, though not a war drama, drew ample applause and is slated for another show Tuesday evening. The social turnout included Mrs. Jack Catto and other locals, with fashion noted among attendees. An upcoming Robert B. Green PTA meeting is planned for Friday at 2:15 p.m. in the school auditorium with Rev. A. G. Luhwart as guest speaker. Ruth Tam’s class will perform.
A fragmented ad style notice promoting a 40 page booklet titled How to Write Letters for All Occasions from The Asa Antonio Light Home Institute in San Antonio Texas. It promises tips on grammar spelling letters etiquette and suggests sending 18 cents and stamps to receive the booklet.
Saturday ceremony at the bride’s Corpus Christi home and a Presbyterian church service joined Miss Katherlyne Kis berg Kleberg daughter of Congressman Richard M. Kleberg and Wil liam Blake Yarborough of Houston. Guests included San Antonio notables and families from Laffayette California and Bredham. The couple will reside in Houston with a New Orleans honeymoon planned.
Miss Jang Addamith, guest of Mr and Mrs Olver Goldsmith, visits San Antonio during holidays. She is daughter of Mr and Mrs Edwin Goldsmith of ChiLuage. The Goldsmiths hosted a Sunday cocktail party on Pershing Road from 4 to 6 pm, with about 50 guests attending.
Local reminiscences mix with Pearl Harbor fears as San Antonio natives, including Lt. Pancoast and family, discuss the looming war. A neighbor plans shelter construction on a lawn, while chatter at the Gunter hotel reflects a cautious, dazed mood amid national tension and a changing world.
A festive schedule highlights a marriage at St Mark's Episcopal Church followed by a reception on Elizabeth Road. Open houses honor Mr and Mrs Stanisberry and Mrs Hegehardt while Bright Shawl hosts showluncheon and luncheon events for debutantes Josephina Houston Dele Wright Tippa Bryant and Virginia Stephens. Gentlemen and ladies attend teas and luncheons at the St Anthony hotel and Bright Shawl as society honors brides to be Marie Elizabeth Cook and others.
A June Tuesday debutante party at Mrs Francia’s home featured Misses Almera Towns Ruth McLeod and Virginia Stephens in attendance. The guest list included Madame Malm soln Towns Marie McLean and others as guests admired a blue satin tablecloth with gold American eagles and V shaped red white blue accents.
At 10 a.m. Friday the Council of Protestant Church Women will install officers at the YWCA. Mary Adele Carson will sing. Elected officers include Mrs. R. G. Mann as vice president and Miss Mary Loudenslager as second vice president. Delegates at large are Mrs. J. D. Carhart and others. The Forest of Woodmen junior circle plans its annual Christmas party and officer election Saturday at 2 p.m. at Woodmen hall, 822 East Houston. Members to bring gifts for Santa Claus and items for a needy family basket.
Mr and Mrs Bud Nash plan two festive dance group gatherings this week at their studio. On Wednesday from 8 to 1 p m the Wednesday night group at 7 o clock plus the Friday group at 8 30 p m will be honored. Friday night from 8 to 11 p m will feature the Friday 6 40 and 7 30 o clock groups. A Frosts fashion show will be presented Thursday at luncheon time in the Academy room with models including Mesdames Robert Taylor III O Neil Ford and Will Smith as well as Misses Marjorie McLernon Hobbe Welder Libby Lande Edna Lee McKinney Iris Bynum.
Tuesday evening listings include the Texas Composers Authors Association at 110 West French, the Maltese club auxiliary to Bam Houston post at 7:30 to 9, and several group meetings at St Mark's and the St Anthony hotel. Wednesday features Riverside Park PTA, Pierlan Study Club at Mrs Victor Prossel’s, Elks and Daughters chapters, and the Woman's club agenda at Woodlawn and East Trussache avenues.
A dated plea argues against tight shoes and high heels, urging better fit and comfort. It notes 20 percent of foot trouble stems from improper casings and calls for roomy toes, instep support, and extended space at the toe. The piece recalls ancient use of heels by men and praises Oxford shoes for walking and home tasks.
Mr and Mrs Frank Wolth entertain with a cocktail supper Wednesday evening at their home to honor Miss Josephine Houston debutante. The event features chrysanthemums and a miniature archway bridal display as guests include Miss Jessie Case and Miss Mary Martha Hum bit.
A 1920s kitchen guide extols pork and apples as ideal companions for meats, detailing roasted fresh ham stuffed with apples, apple stuffing with celery and peppers, dressed chops, and baked dishes. It emphasizes thiamine benefits and offers step by step methods for roasts, stuffing, and side dishes with specific oven temperatures and times.
A reader asks about the proper timing to present an engagement ring at a private engagement party and whether to follow their family’s customs. The advisor suggests honoring the custom, offering timing options, and notes guests will want to see the ring. Another reader asks if sending cookies and candy to a long-distance friend is appropriate, and the columnist affirms it as proper and thoughtful.
Flying Home From College Miss Betty Lee Hagg will tote the debutantes with a luncheon Saturday January 3 in honor of Miss Mary McCstraugh and Hazel Donn Maverick. She is at Brenou college in Georgia, and Willey home next Wednesday. Circle No 1 of the auxiliary of Croce Lutheran church, Miss Erni Wopplin chair, meets Thursday at 2 30 p m in Mrs A Barbeck 1918 Dreadway with co chair Theo Kraus. Southern Pacific Woman's Service club meets 2 30 p m Wednesday at the Gunter hotel. Albert Bidney Johnston chapter U D C honors president Mrs Robert A Newnam with a seated tea December 10 at the wound house of the Girl Scouts at 1 p m. Mrs Alex Adams is general chairman. Mrs J J Beretta social chair aided by Mechames J M Elder O L Echols BE A Draku and R RB Matinova Olivira assist in exchanging gifts from Christmas ties. Mrs Newnam just returned from the National convention in California and will give a resume. A business meeting at 2 30 p m. Worllawn Lake Civic city meets 3 p m Friday at Mrs GC King 2903 West Ashby with Maud Potter and H A Fee as co hostesses. Mrs divine Dee More presides. After business, a Christmas party directed by Mrs G G King. members bring a gift. Tommy Mary to spend Christians with parents Mr and Mrs A H Main. He is AC at Massachusetts Tristitie.
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