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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Feb 11, 1939

Page

4

Fire truck curiosity drives a boy toward grown up talk

Linda watches as Mickey, a quick witted 12-year-old, explains fire truck basics to Steve Hebbard, while Linda encounters Mr. Avon, a gray haired newspaper man urging coverage of Dr. Blaine’s Nerclé ammunition story.

Steve Sinta Mickey Steve Hebbard Preeting Pad Linda Andre Dajor Hin Bill Blaine Mr. Ayan Mr. Avon Nerclé Blaine

Linda and the Gray Man Make a Curious First Meeting

Linda meets a gray suited man known as Mr Avon in a city street near Titan Tower. He recalls a rooftop past and offers friendship while wandering the building lobby. He introduces himself as Av on and promises to return after a brief elevator trip. The scene hints at ongoing personal histories and a developing rapport.

Linda Steve Lindia Auin Reston Blaine Tim Features

Strapless Swim Suits Are Okayed

In Florida on February 11 critics note fashion changes as Gallady's bathing costume lacks shoulder straps. A rubber tape contrivance replaces straps and holds the tan swimsuit upper portion. Fashion observers generally approve the strapless style for beachwear.

Peyerssuag Fla Gallady Weatera Isin

Spring Leaves Shirtwaister by Grace Ashley Declares Fashion

The piece describes a sheer shirtwaister with hand blocked leaf motifs by Grace Ashley. It suggests styling in black with a heavy background, or white with dark leaves, pairing with a coat, sailor or beret for a crisp spring look. Aimed at late 1990s fashion notes.

Grace Ashley Ming Febs Tne

Advice to Lovelorn Dear Miss Fairfax on age and love rules

A teen questions parental limits on dating and engagement and a widow seeks approval for remarriage. Miss Fairfax urges patience, warns against hiding relationships, and stresses honest discussion with parents and husbands to balance love, finances, and family wellbeing.

Basket Motifs and Transfer Patterns for Weaving

A fragmented notice describes weaving motifs, color schemes, and a transfer pattern set labeled Pattern 182 with 14 motifs from 12 by 3 4 by 12 inches to 24 by 42 1 4 inches. It mentions materials, color requirements, and ordering details with a 29 cent form for Ever Vitaliza from Antonio Light.

Choo Antonio Light Nectlecrade Humber Sana

Peru forms national symphony from budget surplus

Lima reports that the surplus of the year budget will finance a national symphony orchestra. The plan includes inviting musicians to cooperate with Peruvian professors of music in forming the ensemble. Argentine aid also contributes to the effort with steps already taken to establish a central orchestra.

Symphony Lima Peru Péeruviny A Nations Aymphonis Lim Peruvien Oye Orchestra Aidile United States Ruble

Baby shower plan sparks debate over propriety

A reader explains planning a small baby shower for a friend with relatives in Europe. A sister-in-law claims such showers are only for the destitute, prompting reassurance that the gathering is a simple, friendly tribute. The columnist advises clear discussion to avoid misunderstanding.

Cornelius Meeckman Denardré Beeckman Luin Hrip M.T Stork le. Brink Sigs Fean, Bynt., Inc

Clam Chowder Feature Promotes Easy Home Servings

Column extols condensed clam chowder as a quick versatile base for meals. Highlights its sea flavor from fresh clams, easy serving with crackers, salads, and desserts. Includes menu ideas like Egg Salmon Pie with Cheese Crust and Cheese Crust dough recipe.

Private Paper Antic of Rumor and Headlines in 1940s Media

A fragmentary column blends gossip, editorials, and press back‑and‑forth about Roosevelt era figures. It recounts Wingy betting tales, Kennedy and ambassador debates, and whimsical anecdotes from Miami clubs, with reflections on journalistic veracity and public curiosity.

Chicago Maryland Brank Nugent Chavis Rite Virginio Gayda Dice Roosevelt Charlie McGaudr Banito

Beauty Hints For Facial Muscles And Skincare

Advice on facial muscle care and anti wrinkle techniques through gentle patting pinching and massages. Promotes early care with night creams and morning brisk skin stimulation. Emphasizes hydration sleep and avoiding depletion for a youthful complexion.

Kitton

Cow rescue after fall in 18 foot well reported

Meh, Feb. 11. A cow owned by Hirsient Kortth fell into an 18 foot well. A block and tackle rig was used to hoist the animal, which emerged unharmed from the excavation.

Bossie Pierge Kortth

Burns backs claim cows can kick backwards

Norfolk Feb 11 Burns the screen and radio comedian defends E W Eberly a Norfolk dairyman who asserts cows can kick backwards He cites letters and proposes using a new motion camera to prove the contention by filming a cow in action and noting it backs the claim with dairy expertise.

Burns Norfolk Hen Cme E.W Eberly Eberly

Boy Shoplifters Don’t Want Work in Nantes

A French report from Nantes on February 13 describes a group of six youths aged 12 to 18 who resisted labor and claimed they did not wish to be rich men's sons. They were arrested after being linked to about 160 thefts in two weeks, blamed on misdirected energy and poor supervision by local officials.

Linda Society of Nice Girls Othinexes Mary Max Jush Janie Kingeas, Symi. Inc Mists Fairfax Tam Wes Don Miss Fairfax Iis Din Jacqueline Megse Hildy Welles Hicks Rudy Vallee Dillach Roredea Miami Bite R.V W.W Dick Todd Desser Todd Tessert Bo Dick Nantes The Meritarions Desire Expressor Paller Viking

New and Chic Fashion Pattern Notice

An item from Marian Pattern Dept advertises fabric and garment patterns with several sizes and styles. It mentions a 38 inch fabric jacket, sweetheart neck, and skater silhouette, plus a pattern book with sizes 10 to 18 and price details. The ad promotes pattern access and related sewing notions.

Dhalcoms Dlis Marian Martis Ag Ador Gan Antonio Marian Merlin Srocelva Mat Martin

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