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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 14, 1950
Page
2
A McKinney street column reports persistent squirrel intrusions at homes including Elizabeth Greer’s attic capers with a carpenter’s aid and a storeroom bed. Other items mention a chimney breach and wallpaper damage. Police detachment notes aid in tracing a wartime Christmas card addressed to the OHaras via Armind the Things.
PASCAGOULA Miss Jan 14 A former convict Charles B Donsetreaux is held on an open charge related to severe injuries suffered by his 4 year old stepson at the home of stepparent Alvin Bostick 32 The boy was brought to Jackson hospital in poor condition and Charles sister Caroline 2 also sustained injuries in the beating
Four city experts learned yesterday to win the open team event in the Texas State Contract Bridge Assn annual tournament. Ben Fain of Fort Worth George Heath of Dallas Paul Hodge of Abilene and Robert Barrett of Houston turned in a string of 23 match points.
Readers are invited to attend weekend dances across Dallas area venues including The Barn at 1916 W Cammeres and Herman’s Hall on Austin Highway. Music features The Texas Stars, Southern Melody Boys, and Nelmeyer’s Orchestra with performances by The Ramblers and Dilly Wil Heras. Admission details vary by location and event.
Alton and Stanley Ernst won the Gillespie County FFA and 4H stock show beef calf divisions, taking grand championship and top prizes in heavy light and medium classes with Herefords. The brothers bred by Hilma Heinke, sons of Charles Ernst, showcased 675 entries as judging continued.
Pattern description for a child’s outfit with shirred fabric and decorative details. Includes sizes 4 8 10 12 and price 25 cents. Offers Marian Martin pattern and Light Pattern Dept address in San Antonio Texas. Mentions ready to wear items for spring and family fashion news.
Lawrence Gould and Walter Stokes discuss habitual patterns that harm marriages. They argue fear of being unloved fuels dysfunction and urge readers to focus on moments that give pleasure, not distress. They warn abused spouses rarely justify ongoing mistreatment and suggest self insight over blame.
A leaflet advocates allowing babies some room to explore beyond playpens to build courage and reduce fear of separation. It warns against persistent confinement, noting risks from climbing furniture and tangled cords, and stresses maternal attention during exploration. The piece, labeled Our Leaflet No 41, is offered by Myrtle Moyer Eldred through The Register.
Richer Early 1900s local figure I. B. Richter 72 died Thursday in New Braunfels. He founded Richter Pharmacy in 1900 after UT Austin pharmacy degree, headed business until 1926, helped establish Guaranty State Bank in 1922 serving as VP until death. Survivors include wife a son Arnold P Richter a daughter Mrs Robert Olg a son and three lavender children.
The Great American Health and Life Insurance company opened a Friday conference in Los Angeles for district managers and supervisors at the Gunter hotel. Represented cities include Houston Dallas Ft. Worth Beaumont Galveston Corpus Christi Lubbock Abilene San Angelo Jacksonville Victoria and Amarillo. The gathering aims to secure better service to policyholders and introduce new contracts to the program. A spokesman noted the event focuses on strengthening client service and expanding policy options.
Former Comal County sheriff Scholl testified Friday he did not accept a bribe offered by E. O. Smith Jr. during a Featle theft trial, saying the money was a gift. Prosecution rebuttal witnesses described Scholl’s reputation as very good, while the defense argued it was too early to gauge the full rebuttal.
Washington reports a Presbyterian minister claims documented proof of 56 incidents of Protestant persecution in Italy in the past year. A group of young evangelists, including some from Texas, described towns where abuses occurred and plan a protest meeting near Tuesday to draft a protest to the Italian government.
Pilon by Miria reviews Week in fashions at social venues. Mrs Henry Terrell wore a red peaked hat with black pompons and a purple orchid corsage on Mrs E F Wallender’s green suit. Other attendees wore bold greens, blues, and red accents with varied hats and accessories across the Army Civilian club, Bright Shawl, Downtown and Anacacho rooms.
Mrs Mary Archer was honored as the guest of Mr and Mrs Arthur Biard in Wichita Kansas. Norma Har cooked and hosted a luncheon at the San Antonio Country Club with a crystal centerpiece of daffodils and spring flowers. Guests included James Biard Carrie Steves Ernst Kunz T Ly Powell Rufus Smith John Lapham P I Hens NESsey Willam Herold Winn and Charles Laepoll.
Mrs Watson entertained guests with a seated tea Saturday afternoon at her Spring Howers home. Mrs Wilson Young and Mrs George Smyth assisted serving as guests included Mrs Ames Stuart E Hays Frank Me Glesson W Fisher Avis Bunton Hull Youngblood Hawkins Leslie Flowers G S Hays Lucien Jones Ruth Lovell Mabel Knox and Misses Violet Farr and Regentary Froopes attended.
Friday evening Miss Kathryn Hering and Walter Praeger shared honors at a dinner party hosted by Mr and Mrs H J Bue chek in their home. White lovebirds, stock and gladel decor, Cupid figurines and gold candleabras with burning tapers filled the scene. U6 guests included wedding party members and families.
Saturday evening Mr and Mrs Richard Friedrich host a cocktail supper and western party at their Seguin highway farm at 730 pm honoring debutantes Miss Betty Sun Stacy Selly Martindale and Mary I Martha Houston. The Ft Sam Houston events include a dance at the Officer's Club and a Merry Knights game dinner in the Menger hotel's Minuet room. Also featured is a Robert Cagadesus piano concert at 813 pm in the municipal auditorium and other social gatherings across the area including brunches and church society study sessions on Women of Scripture led by Rev. Iodorvatdson.
A frame house at 1407 South St Marys Street burned Friday afternoon. Fire damage was estimated at 3200 dollars by Deputy Fire Chief A. T. Gotthardt. Gasoline used by Mrs J I Wilcox to clear clothes ignited by a gas water heater started the blaze.
Charles Alton assistant county juvenile officer said Gary Granberg a 16 year old Alamo Heights youth was not involved in a Saturday incident involving obscene language over the telephone. Police found Granberg waiting in a car for other youths during the incident and other youths’ cases remain under investigation.
Report from a Brook Drive-In at 120 Jemison Street states seven deputies and policy officers arrested eight suspects early Saturday after a man was robbed of seven dollars. Officers confiscated a slot machine several bottles of whiskey and gin before taking eight people into custody.
Divorce entries list multiple parties including UBAN Bewoek Velyn Marcella and Wilbur Thomas with others named in the same docket. The document names several individuals, licenses, and associated relations, reflecting standard public record notices of marital dissolution.
A fragmented grocery style list shows commodity pricing and produce items including cauliflower, potatoes, sweet potatoes, cabbage, and onions. References to market areas and vendors suggest a Saturday sale with multiple weights and crate sizes.
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