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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1950
Page
2
John M. Carrell of 462 Royston Ave appeals to readers to support the March of Dimes campaign. He recalls his 13 year old son’s death from polio and praises hospital staff, urging the public to give to help fund polio research and care. A brief verse underscores the plea for contributions.
SANDY POINT Jan 21 A prison warden Batson shot and killed Charles W Heggie 23 who had escaped by overpowering a guard taking his gun and horse Heggie was serving four years from Harris county for burglary and related charges and was found hiding in tall weeds about a half mile southwest of the prison buildings officials said B Ellis general manager of the Texas prison system reported the incident.
Local vital records list marriages and divorces with numerous names such as Martinez, Vasquez, Brown, Coburn, Lopez, and Harris. Entries show granted divorces and licenses across multiple couples, reflecting common clerical postings in regional civil notices.
Kerrville January 21 Comfort becomes the fourth town represented by grand champion winners in the 7county Hill Country boys livestock show. Elgin Marquart of Comfort showed the 1950 grand champion animal a Southdown ram tied for reserve champion lamb. Other division champions include Hereford steer Alton Ernst Fredericksburg FFA and Jersey heifer Miller Beal Center Point 4H. Gold trophy and a Schreiner scholarship awarded. showmanship contest and auction sale to follow Saturday.
Striking coal miners, some desperate enough to seek food for their families, face a weekend vote on whether to work the day week ordered by John J. Lewis. Rebels challenge traders’ bids and meetings in West Virginia and Pennsylvania end in disorder this week.
LOS ANGELES January 21 Those Latin rhythms of Xavier Cugat will only help a receiver until his wife's divorce action is settled. When the rhumba dispenser, then in St Louis, failed to appear for alimony hearing yesterday, Superior Judge Joseph Maltby ordered Cugat's income and $250,000 community property into receivership.
Washington reports Yugoslavia has asked the United States for a new loan to blunt effects of the Russian led economic blockade. Yugoslav embassy officials discussed the request with the State Department and Export-Import Bank officials, aiming to ease their economic difficulties.
Lawrence Gould cautions that low self esteem pushes people to seek partners seen as inferior to punish both or seek a superior and endure rage and despair. Healthy marriage requires self esteem and equality. He notes friends may misread thoughts, leading to bluffs and hidden meanings. Avoid thinking you are transparently known.
A fragment from a 1960 quote notes that interest in subjects unfamiliar to most people marks genuine curiosity. It highlights a math minded person and a TV expert whose talk is beyond the speaker’s understanding, suggesting true highbrow modesty comes from recognizing vast unknowns.
Mrs G N asks how to stop carrying her two year old outdoors as he resists walking and screams when set down. Advice suggests checking health and footwear, removing fear by exposing him to walking with peers, and avoiding reliance on arms. A leaflet offer for guidance is included.
A short puzzle feature explains a daily message game. It asks to count letters in a name, adjust by rules to get key numbers, then read letters under those checked squares to reveal a fortune message. Copyright 1948 by Williama Autler, distributed by King Features.
President Truman may sit in on a forthcoming briefing of senators by the Joint Chiefs of Staff on the world military situation. Secretary of Defense Johnson reportedly told senators yesterday that Truman is vitally interested and may meet with his senators if he can find the time.
Hereford bull Dandy Domino 101 drew 1450 at the annual Brownwood Livestock Show and Sale. Ralph Lehirhart of Castroville purchased the consignor was M O D Wilshire of Wilmer.
A Trans-Canada Airlines plane with 34 passengers and a crew of four landed safely in Vancouver after a scare. Passengers described a period of panic during the flight last night.
Dr Luther A Weigle of Yale Divinity School told the Southeastern Interchurch convocation in Atlanta that federal aid to higher education endangers the basic freedoms of Americans. He urged keeping education separate from the state and said both education and religion must be free to support democracy.
Santa Barbara College historian Wilbur R. Jacobs explains that American Indians used wampum beyond adornment. Belts served to cement alliances, prevent disputes, and identify messengers and ambassadors in tribal councils across regions.
London reports Dr. Edith Summerskill a government official opposes allowing depictions of worst human nature in films plays and novels. A parliamentary secretary to the ministry of food cites concerns over violence and degeneracy harming children's mental development at a Mothercraft exhibit.
Miriam Batuirday reviews the outfits from the Pan American Round table luncheon. Mrs. J A Buchanan wears navy silk and a spring straw with a red flower. Mrs. James Cecil Nelson sports a brown and white wool ensemble with a checked coat. Additional attendees at Femvick club and Bright Shawl display blue, gray, and iridescent accessories, with hats trimmed in beads, wings, rhinestones, and pearls. Local fashion notes highlight color contrasts and coordinated hats.
Saturday evening social calendar lists a cocktail party from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Hill home honoring debutante Miss Marjorie Buchek hosted by Mr and Mrs Charles Balthrope Dr and Mrs Herbert Hill and Mr and Mrs Richard Walker. The San Antonio Symphony performs at 8 15 p.m. in the municipal auditorium.
Miss Maldie Spencer and her parents Mr. and Mrs Milton Spencer travel to Europe for a three month stay later this month. The farewell Juncticon in Le Fonda featured guests including Mesdames Spencer and Stanley Smith and many attendees such as Margy Wright Ann Burnett Mary Lou Saxon Ann Cassell Lucy Yerly Nancy Carson Jo Lynn Whaley Pauline Mills Patsy O'Brien Joan Morgan Ira Nell and more.
The Army Collation society hosts a cocktail supper at 6 30 pm Saturday at the home of Miss Donna Shearer 446 E Hilde brand drive with about 30 guests including members and their dates
A Wednesday tea at Mrs. Wendel J. Lienhard’s home honored Mrs. Frank S. White of Portland visiting her son Lt. W. F. Lienhard Jr. in Fort Sam Houston. About 30 guests attended with valentine decor and assistance from Mesdames Lienhard and Julus Schuchardt and Miss Gladys Lienhard.
Luncheons honored betrothed brides Saturday with Mrs J A French hosting for Janet Crain and Mrs Harold Buttery hosting another guest list. The bridal group attended, with Elmer Lasswell William Christian and Kathleen Phillips among attendees. Thelma Baim received a kitchen shower hosted by Mrs Charles Tatil lor, with Candytus and white girdle decor. Mrs Robert A Baumi assisted. a brunch for Miss Baumi followed, hosted by Mrs Tauls Baumsr, with Mrs B K Eiser Joh assisting.
Newark January 21 UP A L Miller former Wyoming governor blames long congressional sessions for government spending. He says Congressmen in Washington and bureaucrats have time to pressure for more money, costing taxpayers. He spoke to the New Jersey Taxpayers Association.
Mrs. Magdaleny Martinez aged 23 of 1603 Santiago street died on arrival at Roberts Green hospital after a bullet wound to the chest. Police report her husband is being held for questioning.
The ad dense page lists numerous venues around Commerce Austin and San Antonio areas hosting Saturday and Tuesday dances. Acts include the Jody Boys, Rhythm Rustlers, Bar M Playboys, Rhythm Aces, and Louie's Oldtimers. Details vary by hall with times around 8 to 9 p m and admission perks for early arrivals.
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