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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jan 28, 1909
Page
8
A fragmented early 20th century column by Mme. D Anjon advising women on charity and etiquette. It lists people to remember for small kindnesses such as the ice man, grocery boy, janitor, milkman, and others, and comments on fashion, hygiene, and modest self-improvement. The piece blends moral guidance with social expectations of women and daily duties.
An odd mixture of dental advice and medical claims promotes regular brushing and semiannual dentist visits. Folay’s Honey and Tar is pitched as a quick cure for grippe coughs and pneumonia risks, while other items cite a Saint Tivdman Osteopath and a local drug co.
Readable list of produce prices including greens, squashes, peppers, cabbage, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, onions, radishes, cauliflower, horse radish, berries, grapes, tangerines, lemons, apples, dates, corn, and fish shell items. Also includes poultry, eggs, dairy, and various canned goods with per unit costs and pack sizes.
A witty society page presents a guessing contest about prominent local women, hinting at a philanthropist, a child welfare advocate, a treasury keeper, and a longtime club member. The piece notes reception of musical performances by Mrs Rufus Lewis, Mrs Beck, and Mrs George Stuempke during an amateur afternoon by the city’s music department.
A detailed account reports the marriage of Edward Adolph Gietzel and Lydia Koch at St Joto's German Lutheran Church, with a full wedding party, music by Lohengrin, and a reception at 127 Dakota Street. Guests, attire, and the post ceremony events are described, including family tributes and local society notices.
A letter claims coffee caused vision trouble and heart anxiety, while switching to Postum improved health. The writer praises Postum for restoring energy and clarity, noting personal relief and urging readers to try it.
Wr. and Mre. Robert J. McMillan of Kingeville host a reception for Brackenridge trammit school. The Anat Graumar School plans an entertainment and Mexican supper for athletic grade pupils leaving for high school. A delayed social at 211 Bien Toni avenue will be rescheduled. Bowie School Mothers club banquet honors high eighth graduates with 37 cars in attendance. Numerous named attendees celebrated in a palm decorated room with green and white school colors.
Audit firm at 1173 Alani Bank Building has closed. The business posted a notice and kept small sets. Contact phone 74 for details.
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