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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1941
Page
17
A reader asks how to tell her parents about a sweetheart serving in camp and how to approach dating rules at sixteen. Miss Fairfax urges parental involvement, cautions against street dating, and encourages respectful, supervised meetings under parental roofs. Another note seeks party planning advice for a sixteenth birthday at a night club with invited couples and guests.
Mrs Walthall is expected to return home from Waco with Mrs Waite and EB Brady after a day trip. The fragmented notes mention Dee Weebiesing Telawng and purists but lack clear details or dates.
A reflective narrator recalls early wartime journalism and the pull between calling and conscience. He recalls editor friends, his failed ambitions to publish, and a shift from public life to quieter recollection as war reshapes trust, memory, and identity.
Yvonne Noble and Floyd Palmer wed at Christ Episcopal Church with Rev. Samuel Capers officiating. The bride wore ivory satin with lace and a long tiered veil. bridesmaids wore marquisette and blue, and a reception followed at the bride’s home. After a wedding trip to New Orleans and Biloxi, the couple resides at 1327 Hildebrand.
A patriotic program is set for Friday at 6 p.m. on the lawn of the Women’s Club at 1717 Sank Pedro Avenue. Gearer Adams a saleist and student from New York City will sing, Edith Rose Mangold will dance, and M. Gonzales, an attorney, will be guest speaker. Mrs. J. S. Cigar, club president, recently attended the National Federation of Women’s Clubs convention in Atlantic City and will help present the program.
Residents from Houston Flan Week End In S. A. Mt. and Mire. Robert Townsend of Houston will arrive to visit Mrs. Townsendlslder Ms Lad Crane for the Fourth of July weekend. Fort Worth guests plan to spend the weekend with relatives, as Mr and Mrs K William stay at Fort Worth.
A fragmentary dialogue reveals a weary figure contemplating a political rise and the fading memory of Blampe the figure’s lingering suspicions about truth and legitimacy. The conversation hints at recent investigations and a reshaped city with municipal housing projects replacing old landmarks.
Tuesday evening Mrs George W Richey hosts a 7 30 p m party in honor of Miss Hetty Steele Blurray bride elect Wednesday the Junior league meeting at 8 30 a m at Coapliy eltb
Freddy Goeth, named for West Point, is being honored at multiple parties before his July 18 departure. Hally Sweeringen will entertain guests at a Monday evening dinner in the Anacacho room of the St. Ailey hotel.
Brownwood residents Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Keller Jr. return home after a week with Mr. and Mrs. Raymond Keller. Two women from San Antonio visit Houston, accompanying Mrs. Boward and Mrs. Fite to Houston. they plan to return home Wednesday.
Police say Catherine Tease was arrested after a gun discharged at a grill on East Commerce Street. The weapon was picked up by an officer who noted the incident occurred Tuesday, with no injuries reported and the gun found at the scene. Additional address details listed as 1253 Pasa Hondo Street.
Dr John F McDaniel, officer in charge, announced the staff of the Veterans Medical help unit will examine about 15 draftees as part of a routine draft examination. The effort aims to assist army physicians in evaluating draftees for service.
In San Antonio, police officers arrested six men early Tuesday morning in the 909 neck of Hedges Atevet. Officers seized $36 and six decks of cards. Suspects named include Herman Johan 402 Hedges unite Victor La Baya 610 Balant Streets Jim Brown 625 South Ba Jaris Atrort Oliver Johnson 629 Aouth Falarie street Hal Byrd Dayton and C 8 Owens Maubton. Officers making the arrest were Pru Itage radio patrol Bgt BE T Conyates and J B Chambers vice squad.
Austin July 1 7 The senate paused until tomorrow after an 18 minute session this morning Senator L J Sulak LaGrange announced he would call up the road bond bill tomorrow Disposition of surplus in the road bond fund plus whether to return it to the highway department or counties was debated A conference committee work was stalled Sulak secured assurance from Lieutenant Governor Coke Stavanton the senate could direct the committee to report The senate expected to accept the House amendment for a sine die adjournment The House had set a deadline ending the legislative session at 5 p m with the Senate to vote on ratification Thursday.
Health director Dr W A Bing says the Pedro Park pool remains unsafe as tests show ongoing contamination. Parks Commissioner Henry Hein Canteniis defers opening despite resident complaints about area access while the department keeps testing every second day.
In Los Angeles on July 1, 1937, Osa Johnson challenged a district court ruling seeking 502000 dollars in damages stemming from the death of explorer Hugo Johnson and injuries to herself after a Western Air Express crash near the airport. The California Court of Appeal upheld the lower court’s verdict for the defendant United Airport Company, finding the negligence claim unsupported.
A man identified as Jesus Pena from 302 Mattemime street was attacked by a Black youth with a knife at the Commerce and Richter streets corner early Tuesday. Pena suffered deep wounds and was reported near death at Robert B. Green Hospital after a struggle that left him on the ground twice. Police say Pena fought back after being slashed.
The RAF Middle East command reported heavy raids on Tripoli, with ships struck and several vessels damaged. British aircraft also landed troops near the harbor as part of the action, causing casualties and signaling a significant attack on the Libyan port.
The Denver Heights Recreation Park hosted its monthly dance Monday night in the park. A reception honored Vie Schultz, new superintendent of recreation, with Mrs. D. Tex, president of the Heights Mothers' Club, leading the receiving line and other officers assisting.
Petitioners urge immediate weed removal to curb hay fever pollen in Bexar County. Officials including Mayor Quit and Park Commissioner Hein consider action as frequent rains have worsened weed growth and pollen exposure for residents.
Hat on Rouge Louisiana July 1 17 Angers over a governor reform program as State Supreme Court rules against a reorganization amendment. Governor Jones refused to honor a subpoena from District Judge James D. Womack citing safety concerns. The court ruling challenges consolidating state departments under centralized control.
Grand jury returned six indictments here including seven for robbery by assault and two for fraud with checks. Other charges include attempt to prevent lawful work, failure to aid, failure to support child, and forgery. One case was referred to county court.
S P orders 4000 new freight cars with seven companies for about 12.7 million dollars. Announcement by HH M Law in San Francisco. Plan includes 2600 box cars 150 hopper cars and 250 tank cars with costs itemized.
A committee for the San Antonio life opera company urged Mrs. Lewis Hrams Beck to be named custodian of the Sunken Garden theater at the city pay roll. The theater has deteriorated and $3000 for a curtain replacement was proposed. Mayor Quin said the council would study the economy move and advise in the budget report. Mrs. Piper suggested city funding for opera company support, which was noted but not decided.
London reported a Canadian leader arriving in England after a brief North Atlantic flight. He traveled with senior air force officers including Air Vice Marshal Bresdner and Air Commodore Harold Edwards, and was welcomed by the Canadian delegation.
Dr W A King city health treasurer says violators exist as protests reach council over sidewalk encroachment fire code breaches and roofing rules. He laments limited action if police and fire departments do not act, while merchants seek fair hearing after health inspector contemplates closing spots on sanitary grounds.
Lawson Sparkman Sparkian Feral 61 of Gat West Lullwood Avenues died Tuesday morning at a local hospital. Funeral services set for Wednesday at 2 p m at Porter Loring chapel with Revs Fowler and Yeakley presiding. Interment will be at Mission Burial Park. A World War veteran salesman, he lived in San Antonio 20 years and belonged to the Church of Christ. Surviving are his parents Mr and Mrs James Sparkman brothers R E G Sparkman sisters Mira May Ligitburar Mira Lotsaparkman Mrs J J Lor of Phoenix and Mrs H L Thompson of Money Grove and Mrs J K Bourlant of Oklahoma City.
Area requests N07 recruits for the year issued by the War Department. Three-year recruits total 2122 for all corps units. Branksfield to receive 800 air carry recruits and 775 to Ellington Field. Remaining 547 to join regular army. Fort Sam Houston Fort By Okla Fort Bliss receive others. Nanuet Husbear resigns a quota of 174 for Fort Sam Houston, 8 for Brock Held and 1 for Bilhigan Held.
Justice of the Peace O L Wiley conducted an inquest Tuesday into the death of William H Phillips, 68, of 210 Crosby Street. The death, occurring Monday noon at his home, was attributed to natural causes.
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