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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1939

Page

5

Knight Errant's ride sparks dreams and trouble in Chicago

Draper’s rise as Knight Errant rider shocks Chicago turf watchers as Slim, Heather, and the Reeder circle chase fortune. Draper’s background from an orphanage and Basitt’s harsh influence threaten Slim’s plans while Heather’s entanglement with Knight Errant raises personal stakes amid Delmar and Arlington entries.

Draper Knapper Glia Slim Charlie Bas Xitt Blim West Heather Martinelli's Orth Beach Luilus Reeder Sim Sirim Arlington Pack Chicago Stim Charlie Basaitt Knight Bassitt Blun Reeder Sil Sap Jet Delmar Longacres Caliente Maynard Bessitt Bob Brown California Summeraville Chariie Bassitt Snapper

Diving Board Fashion Sparks Rubber Swimwear Trend

New on the diving board column notes designers pushing rubber swim suits with eyelet embroidery and bold color choices like shocking pink, porcelain, and sunlit yellow. The piece highlights playful trends in both women's and men's swimwear and cheeky accessories, reflecting a flamboyant era.

Artis Srigance Cross

Home Mix Cough Remedy Promises Quick Relief

A home mix advertises a cough remedy using Pinez and Finez compounds with Norway Dine, claiming rapid relief from coughs and throat irritation. It promises pleasant taste, easy preparation, and a money-back guarantee if not pleased, targeting housewives and children.

Norway

Table Talks on Blana and Low Residue Diet Varieties

Dietary notes discuss strained foods and commercial soups to fit adult special diets. Recommendations cover flavor variety, mineral and vitamin content, physician checks, and several cream soup and baked potato variations with spinach or peas as fillings and optional bacon strips.

Dental care tips and oddities mix in beauty briefing

A jumble of dental hygiene advice warns against casual brushing and urges proper technique to avoid gum problems and infections. It also features stray literary-like passages about Edith Clarke Ashleigh and horse talk, then shifts to unrelated chatter on fashion and dieting.

Slim Matt Flo Edith Clarke Ashleigh Fig Ashleigh Biddle Edith Comanche America Knight Sim California Biddis Jur Melonada King Fean Bynd., Inc

Mrs Masterson Honored by Mother With Tea Event

Mrs W D Masterson hosted a small seated tea from 4 to 6 p m on Wednesday at her home to compliment her daughter Mrs Masterson Jr who resides in Pulsa Olin. Guests included Misses Erin Kathleen Me Xinney Boger Gonzales Hunice Aden Rebecca Masterson with pouring by Mesdames J M Burnett Mason Webster Jr and Reba Mae Masterson. About 50 guests attended among immediate family and relatives of the honored guest.

W. D. Masterson W. D.sterson Jr

Thos Wilsons Will Make Home in Eagle Pass

Of interest to Elysian club members is the return of Mr and Mrs Thomas Wiseh from their honeymoon in New Orleans. Mrs Wilson 45, the former Miss Theresa Hasselmelr, will host with Mrs Frank Martin and Mrs Graves at a Valentine luncheon on February 24 at the Bright Shawl. Jane Lewis Maverick visits family for about 10 days with Lt and Mrs Bruce Epler at Kelly Field.

Thos. Wilsons Eagle Pass Elysian Club Thoenas. Wiseh New Orleans pWusen Theresa Haaselmelr John Basselmett Frank Martin Adios Graves Valentine Lugcheon Adelaide Hill Jane Lewis Maverick Tee Brother Bruce Epler Ab Kelly Field

Lovelorn Advice From Beatrice Fairfax To Milas Fairfax

Dear Milas Fairfax, a 23 year old wife asks if her husband’s neglect justifies divorce. The response says marriage requires effort from both and urges seeking support, not immediate separation. It suggests pursuing outside activities like church or courses to regain happiness and recapture appreciation.

Milas Fairfax Hint King Peas

Tortilla Love Notes Spark Ballroom Party Revels

The La Fonds party hosted by Mrs. Charles Pottenger featured Paul Dudley of Oklahoma City and Bry with violet corsages. Bubber Rehmenn penned love notes on tortillas while guests posed in vivid outfits. Willard Bermans brought “Wrong Way” Corrigan to entertain. A guest in a wheelchair performed ballet steps amid the festive scene.

Martha Calioun Bubber Rehmenn la Fonds Paul Dudley Oklahoma City Charles Pottenger St. Anthony Grill Willard Bermans Corrigan

Social Calendar for L A S Wednesday Evening

Social calendar lists multiple events in San Antonio. Barn dance in honor of Miss Louise Holmgreen and Miss Ruth Stephens with Mrs Albert Steves and others. cocktail parties for Miss Ruth Stephens and Miss Katharine Letler. dinner dance for a wedding party. Fort Sam Houston Officers Club dinner. skating party at the Country Club. luncheon and tea occasions for guests including Janice Halter and others.

Bir Holmgreen Joseph M. Dawson Louise Holmgreen Ruth Stephens Mary Martella Beckman Huth Stephens Dawson Albert Steves I Misa Katherine Letlerr Ed Muir Margaret ‘Thornton Misa Katherine Letler Junior League Board Lt, Halter Janice

Manners at teas and addressing servants in 1839 Etiquette

This reader questions proper behavior for tea gatherings. It discusses hat wearing, how to address maids with full names, when to call a husband Mr Clark or George, who clears plates, dessert etiquette, and the preference for double silver service. It quotes Mrs Beeckman and advises using first names only with close acquaintances, avoiding servant forms socially.

Mrs. Beeckman Mrs. George Clark Dorothy Clare Shusband Mr. Clark George George Clark Mary Mrs. Clark Beeckman King Feas, Synd., Inc

Acne Pimple Discomfort Treated With Black and White Ointment

An old antiseptic ointment called Black and White is recommended to ease itching burning and sores from pimples and blackheads. The notice describes using the product with Belo soap to treat superficial pimples and external skin complaints like eczema and ringworm.

San Antonians Embrace Ballet Russe Night at Municipal

Jeff Davis reports San Antonio audiences filled the Municipal auditorium for Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo. About 4300 patrons applauded the show, with Alexandra Danilova Leonide Mast ing and a youthful Michel Paniels drawing praise in a program featuring Guite Parisienne Can-Can and Blue Bird choreographies.

Jeff Davis Ballet Russe de Monte Carlo San Antonio Municipal Auditorium Alexandra Danilova Leonide Masting Michel Paniels Sally Rand Marsine Malaine Offenbach Coppellan Tamnilova Blue Bird Alicia Markova Retant Guersk Tehatkowsky

Club Calendar for L A Women’s Groups Wednesday Evening

Wednesday evening listings include the Girls Friendly Society at St Mark’s church 6 15 p m The Degree of Honor and several auxiliaries meet at Security Benefit hall Circle No 2 Grace Lutheran Women’s auxiliary and Beacon Hill Presbyterian women at various venues Thursday brings Circle No 2 Trevis Park Methodist and other societies including San Antonio Art League Self Culture Telub and Woman’s Missionary society Government Hill Lutheran City Federation and Manufacturers’ Association luncheon at the Plaza Hotel all noting times and spots across the city

Girls’ Friendly Society St. Mark's Church XI Chapter Blue Bonnet Grove Mrs. A Benkendorfer Degree of Honor Protective Association Ap. m Grace Lutheran Women’s Auxiliary Beacon Hill Presbyterian Church Protestant Orphans’ Home San Antonio Art League Wytte Museum Sa Antopia Self Culture Telub Waldo M. Lewis Trevis Park Trevis Park Methodiet Church, Noon In the Home of ‘Mrs. Be, E. Gallatin Lynwood Avenue Morrill Ward PT. A M¢Wakeey Club Norman Schreiner Woman's Missionary Society of Government H Lutheran Church City Federation of Women's Clubs Plaza Notet

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