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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 11, 1942

Page

4

Bombing Film Shown At British War Relief Meeting

The British War Relief event featured a bombing film about Nottingham Mr s Arthur Biard led the program singing America after a presentation and There Will Always Be An England The day closed with community singing of The Star Spangled Banner Local committee women held a cake sale at 2210 Main Avenue Saturday morning

Nottngham Arthur Biard America Aftey Biard England British War Relief Main Avenue

Bylers Back Prom Mexico and Local Socials

Byler returned Thursday from a 10 day trip to Mexico City and joined Lambda Sorority of Blue Bonnet Grove. New members Sylvia Wer Nettie and Jose Howell were introduced. Social activities included games, a social hour, and plans for a rummage sale. The Ever Ready club hosted a social with Mrs. Fannie Mae Benkendorfer. The Bess Dolan Guards met at Janet Wilkinson’s home with Emma Woodson as co host. Mrs. Ethel Phillips led the business meeting and plans for a game party and future grove meeting were discussed. Blue Bonnet Grove to hold a special meeting Tuesday at 1 20 p. m. The W O W fan will follow. A game parity honoring Joseph Tribsle will be at 2 39 p m. Mrs. C. C. Jackton has returned after weeks with daughter Mrs. Walter A. Coleman of Houston and visit in Galveston.

Pin Lambda Blue Bonnet Grave Woodienchele Louve Pluennese Helen Foraker Sylvia Wer Nettie Jose Howell Blues Fannie Mae Benkendorfer Bess Dolan Blue Bannet Grove Janet Wilkinson Emmy Woodson Ethel Phillips Blue Bonnet Grove Joseph Tribsle Buardlan C. C. Dackton Walter A. Coleman Houston

Sara Sulton To Leave for Raleigh After Visitors

Sara Sutton, guest of Miss Grace Venable, will return to her home in Raleigh North Carolina. Numerous informal parties have been given for Miss Sutton as she departs after a stay with Miss Venable.

Atiss Sara Sutton Grace Venable Raleigh N. G Miss Sulton

Patter Department Ad Promises Men’s Putter Pattern

A battered ad from Ban Antonio Texas markets a Marian Maetin pattern for a putter. It lists sizes 12 14 46 1a and 20 with yardage claims and a claim of quick delivery from New York.

Marian Maetin Alan Mite Niles Watron Ban Antonio Texas New York

Snipes Jr Weds Miller In Presbyterian Ceremony

Roy Lee Snipes Jr. married Miss Marina Miller at Madison State Presbyterian Church with Rev. Samuel Terry officiating. The bride wore white crepe and a blue hat, and the groom's party included Robert Snipes as brother of the groom and William Yarborough as best man. After the ceremony the couple left for a wedding trip to Mount Tremont. they will reside with the Snipes family.

Roy Snipes Jr Mary Ann Miller K. Warde Miller Madison Square Presbyterian Church Salpis Ray Snipes San Antonio A. H. Fortes Sigs Mrr Royal Varde Miller Pecame Roy Lee Snipes Jr Ray’ Bee Snipes Medison State Hobston Marina 77 Miller Bridestead George Waldron Petersen Rate “Rees, Mich Hiphor

Army Tas Sue And Vacation Dress Queries

A reader asks if her husband can be drafted due to alcoholism and nonwork, suggesting army reclassification. Another note covers a California vacation wardrobe, with guidance on dresses, skirts, sweaters, and bags. A separate query concerns applying for Washington water supply work with a salary offer and a note about prior recruitment.

California Ming Fatrtaas Miss Fairfax Ttn Washington Eutcry Commission Fourth District Forrest N. W D.C

Murder Notes Unfold in Havenhurst Inquest

Coroner Dunton calls Henriette Drury and Commodore Knowlton as witnesses in a Havenhurst Sound inquest into Pete Everard's death. Henry Drury recounts July Monday on the beach with the Everard twins and the Commodore’s tense warning, while Knowlton confirms his early visit and searches for a missing purse in the crime scene margins.

Knowlton Axpayera Pete Henriette Drury Henry Carriet Tand Punton Asteee Nolan Everard Miss Babcock Pam Everards Glenneeves Havenhurst Road Mr. Drummond Pete Hhodt Commodore Knowlton Jack Dunton Pegsy Commodore Anterrlisje Peter Everrd Mrs. Knowlton White Rabbit

Commodore Knowlton Faces Impromptu Hearing T:

Commodore Knowlton disputes allegations at a tense inquest over Everard s death. The coroner labels the proceeding an inquest while witnesses, including Mrs Knowlton and Jack Drummond, describe disputed events and motives.

Commodore Lok Sian Bo Fons Calvin Romey Hodges Jack Drummond Dunton Jack Boas

Mystery of Everard death hints at foul play

In a tense gathering, suspects volley allegations as Mrs Knowlton and others discuss the Everard case. Police and medical examiner reports weigh murder versus accident, with hints of hidden motives and a potential return of the Commodore. The scene ends with a cliffhanger remark about a killer among them.

Jenkinson Peter Ever Hata Youshrabatd Everard Commodore Pete Aunt Carrot

Nail Biting Habit Warns Parents in Childcare Note

Childrens fingernail biting linked to emotional instability and nervous system concerns. Article urges parental guidance to curb the habit through calming activities, praise, and grooming tools, warning of infections and disease spread from touching objects. Crochet pattern offer appears as guidance to keep hands occupied. San Antonio Light Needlecraft Department advertises pattern orders.

San Antonio Light Needlecraft Department San Antonio, Texas Welte

George E Pierce Promoted to Lieutenant Colonel

News from Elgin Meld Florida reports the promotion of George E Pierce to the rank of lieutenant colonel. He and Mrs Pierce are stationed at Elgin Meld, Florida, with Pierce remembered as Mary Dorothy Goextrich, niece of Mrs T. T. Deckson and Mrs Meury Maverick.

G.E. Pierce George E. Pierce Mrs. Pierce Elgin Meld Fle Mary Dorothy Goextrich Mra. T. T. Dack Mra. Meury Maverick

Sheppards to Return Home from Hanover Visit

Mrs. Auerence Sheppard and daughters Charlotte Alma and Patricia plan departures Tuesday for their home in Hanover PA. They will have Ween guests of Mrs. Sheppard's parents Mr and Mrs Tom Newton for about two weeks.

Auerence Sheppard Charlotte Alma Patricia Hanover

U S Planes Strike Jap Base in Burma Raids

U S air forces operating from India raided Myitkying and surrounding airfields in northern Burma over several days. Fighter strafing and medium bombers attacked targets July 4, 7, and 8, damaging a rail bridge at Moguang and disrupting runways. No U S losses were reported amid storms and anti aircraft fire.

New Decht India Burma U. S. Air Corps

Good Manners Good Manners by Mrs Cornelius Beeckman Dent

Readers seek wedding attire guidance for a 5 o'clock afternoon ceremony in summer. Advice covers daytime formal wear for groom and attendants, including white suits or white trousers with dark jackets, and consistency with bride’s gown. Also advises bouquets, corsages, and who pays for party flowers, plus proper sympathy card addressing to Mr and Mrs or to Mary and John.

Cornelius Beeckman Dent Heeckman Tam Ub Permissivle Ten Ir Robert Nice Evertis Ant

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