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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Dec 24, 1936

Page

17

Poirot conducts a few brief interviews

Poirot and Inspector Glen question witnesses in the Mrs. Ascher case. The first interview is with James Partridge, a clerk, described as dry and precise, who was the last known person to see Mrs. Ascher alive and consulted Poirot about his possible account.

Weeny Typ Fuse Scotland Poirot Monsieur Poirot London James Partridge Partridge Nest Inspector Glen Dr. Polrohy Mr. Partridge Mrs. Ascher Patrol Aecher Foliot Tartridge A. B.C Shell Parkinge Bradshaw Stock Exchange Kelly's Directory ABC Albert Riddell Riddell Tyne Kay

Proper Spirit at 50 in a Poirot dialogue scene

A fragmented dialogue centers on Mr Partridge and Poirot discussing a murder in which Bert is accused. Partridge recalls timing before entering Mrs Ascher’s shop. Bert is defensive, insisting he is innocent and blaming others while Poirot presses for alibi. The scene ends with a plan to catch the 7:02 train.

Ty Gay Polvo Soeminix

Poirot Interviews Reveal Suspects in London Case

In a narrative featuring Poirot, Albert Riddell a plate-layer answers questions while Partridge and others provide details. Riddell, tense and hostile, denies involvement as the detective notes inventory entries and the tense atmosphere before sidestepping toward further inquiry.

At Home Frock Pattern 9119 Preview for Spring Wardrobe

Ad touts Martin Martin pattern 9119 with simple pieces and diagrams for sizes 4 to 48. Claims easy directions for beginners, trims, yokes, sash, puffed sleeves, and a complete pattern book for a full spring wardrobe. Orders: send name address style number and payment to the San Antonio Pattern Department.

Amesham Pereate Chaimbray Maria Maretin Datterer Martin Martin Sunior San An- 1

Advice to Lovelorn Dear Miss Fairfax

A reader asks how to handle a crush and the pressures of dating while unsure about engagement. The column counsels patience, weighing love maturity over momentary attraction, and suggests marrying only if genuine love exists rather than pursuing a risky liaison.

Beauty tips and fashion routines from a bygone era

A fragmented, era styled Western piece discusses makeup trends, eyebrow pencils, rouge application, mascara, and powder. It contrasts eye and lip emphasis with fashion figures, plus notes on span style waists and hip shaping. It also offers light exercise hints and cautions on footwear, stockings, and day wear comforts.

Advice on workplace happiness and leaving a job

The note counsels fairness to oneself and the employer, urges seeking a better fitting position, and warns to provide proper notice before leaving. It emphasizes that everyone deserves improved conditions and that a calm, orderly transition is best.

Fay King Caimal

Hiding Years Neck Care Tips From a Humble Page

A quirky old tip sheet advises on neck aging and skin care through the seasons. It promotes massages with fragrances and creams, suggests using chemical or natural dyes, and prescribes a brisk exercise routine to stimulate blood flow.

Rolund

Christmas Eve in Life as a Game of Chance

The essay celebrates youth and romance, arguing that life’s best moments come from surprise and uncertainty. It laments sophistication among debutantes while urging embrace of risk, exploration, and the thrill of not knowing what comes next.

Helen Rowland Hoyle

Beauty Hints and Odd Beliefs on Body Care

The column debunks superstitions about beauty noting guesses about moons and adipose tissue dissolving with camphor. It then prescribes a simple morning exercise routine to lift arms, stretch, swing, and flex hips for healthier muscles and a slender shape.

Firsh Bath

Good Manners: Christmas Cards and Addresses Guidance

Dear Mrs Beckman advises on proper Christmas card etiquette for youths and couples, including which first names to use, how to address envelopes for professionals and families, and whether to send to mourners. Readers seek rules for dating age, signatory forms, and blending names in business and social greetings.

Mary Gerlende Mary Mary Gertrude Anind Olir Cardls

Christmas ham with dressing and cranberry salad ideas

A Life section guide shares a turkey ham recipe with savory stuffing, a baked macaroni dish with cheese, and a cranberry salad. It includes step by step directions for bone-in ham prep, dressing, sauce, and serving suggestions with garnish ideas and moldable cranberry salad.

Mildred Kitchen A. Fasserole

Exquisite Crochet Set For Tables And Vanities

Exquisite crochet pattern for an oval and round doilies with butterflies and chrysanthemums in Miles crochet. Includes center diamond shape, net mesh, stitch charts, and material notes. Pattern 1072 requires 10 cents to request from the San Antonio Light Needhcraft Department with name and address.

Bay Tomas Consoit San Antonio

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