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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1942

Page

9

Danger Looms Over Betty Hound Halifan Affair

Readers wake to Betty tale of office romance with a married 35 year old man. Betty, 23, says lunch dates and outings tempt her as he plans dinners and plays while his wife remains at home with three children. Letters advise ending the affair, divorcing if marriage is truly broken, and avoiding scandal for all involved.

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Brief Case Guido Bordens Ensign Airs in New York

Guido Borden has joined the navy and appears in uniform in New York. The item lists followers of shorthand and touch typing, mentions CY Roe, Margaret Thornton, Marky Beasley, and Race, with further notes on Locke and Charlotte roping steers at a Hill country ranch during break. Detts's colonel sponsor at Jefferson this fall is noted, while Charlotte plans a bustling fall at Bullins and Grace Venable with Sara Sulton reserve a Pi Pri house at the University of North Carolina for a room together.

Guido Borden Cxit Navy New York CY Roe Margaret Thornton Marky Beasley Race Locke Charlotte Dotty Beckmann Hillingdon Io Hill Country Detts Jefferson Bullins Grace Venable Sara Sulton North Carolina Pi Pri U. of N. C

Dropping In On Neighbors Sparks Thoughtful Etiquette

A letter column discusses the invading habit of dropping by unannounced. A reader asks if she should stop visiting relatives, fearing awkwardness and strained friendships. Mrs Beeckman counsels mindful courtesy, noting neighbors often seek uninterrupted work time and may resent interruptions.

Cornet Tom Nas Parhans

Uninvited Guests and Shore House Etiquette Clash

Dear Mrs Heerkman recounts a couple visiting friends who host a summer shore house but now feel unwelcome due to the hosts' privacy. The writer seeks advice on whether to stop visiting as their arrivals disrupt the friends’ schedule. The response urges respecting their guests’ privacy and notes uninvited visitors strain hosts.

Beeckman Heerkman

Ohio Woman Returns to Jais Visit Aunt in Cleve land

Ohio woman from Cleveland returns from Corpus Christi where she had been a guest of her cousin Mrs Barry. The report notes a reunion with aunts and mentions Frances Corder and other relatives. The text is fragmented but indicates family travel and visiting kin in Ohio and Texas.

Ohio Missy Ayes

Face Wrinkles Tied to Emotions and Habits

The piece argues facial lines come from inner stress and lifestyle rather than age alone. It cites a modern woman’s nightly routine of fragrant creams, daily cold water, and light tapping, plus an astringent morning regimen, as a method to ward off wrinkles. It contrasts past summers with today’s emotions and social roles on aging.

Poe

Women’s War Effort Lags in Manpower Use Says Leader

Dr. Minta L. Maffett of Dallas, president of the National Federation of Business and Professional Women, told the federation’s directors that despite women’s growing wartime role, manpower utilization remains limited. She warned that even as production drives the war effort, women still face resistance to taking fuller roles and must continue to struggle for rightful recognition and opportunities.

Denver Mintle L. Maffett Dallas National Federation of Rusihey

Pattern book ad promises new sewing fashions and prices

A vintage ad extols pattern patterns with measurements and yardage, touting a new Pattern Book titled Fashion Maneuvers for Burament. It invites readers to mail for patterns and lists prices and roughly 10 cent dust.

Weigen Marian Marty Petern Ban Antonia Bab Anta Taxis

Havenhurst on Sound Mystery Deepens At Inquest

A narrative of courtroom drama and family secrets unfolds as Mrs. Knowlton testifies about Pete Everard’s death linked to Nancy and Greg Drummond. The inquest reveals a theft, a murder plot, and emotional pleas as officers probe motives and loyalties at Havenhurst on Sound.

Cluffan Biggins Knowlton Everard Aeath Rockledge Nis Eveyard House Beach Cottage Pete Everard Havenhurst-on-Sound O'Tools Greg Jack Ninny Nancy

Marshmallow Puffs and Quick Lunch Soup Recipe

A home cooking note offers easy desserts and a soup lunch idea. Marshmallow puffs mix crushed pineapple with marshmallows and cream, then coat with honey graham crumbs and chill. A lemon carrot salad with coconut or dates provides a lighter finish.

Mildred

Notable local talents mix with wedding plans and patterns

The piece highlights young women like MATNENA CALITOUN and Cricket Cannon pursuing education and government work, mentions Marjorie Freeman Preeman’s engagement to How ard Nicholas Ragland Jr, and notes ties to San Antonio and Cincinnati. It also advertises a baby carriage embroidery pattern, inviting orders from readers.

Miss Baker Weds Lt Roy Webb in St. Marys Church

Miss Martha Ellen Baker of San Antonio daughter of Mr and Mrs Charter Baker of Brady married Lt Roy A Webb son of Dr and Mrs R A Webb of Pampa Thursday afternoon at St Marys Church The Rev Father John Quiniayer officiated Only close family attended The bride wore a lime colored suit with lime hat and beige accessories Attendant Miss Frances Schwenker of Brady wore pale blue jersey dress and pink rosebud corsage Test man Clinton Newlin of Brady The couple met in Brady area and the bride attended Our Lady of the Lake College and Oklahoma University The groom attended Texas Tech and Oklahoma University He is stationed at Kelly Field in Texas A reception followed at the St Anthony pastry room with several out of town guests noted

Miss Baker Webb Martha Ellen Baker San Antonio Charter Baker Brady Roy A. Webber R. A. Webb Pampa St. Mary's Éctory John Quiniayer O. ML 1 Frances Schwenker Nluk Clinton Newlin of the Lake College Oklehoma University Lieutenant Webb H Roark J. Swindle Waco

Fall Off Box Car Fractures Skull

W RK McNamer, 49, of 563 Marshall Street, employee of the Southern Pacific, near Santa Ress hospital in critical condition after a fall from a box car. He suffered a fractured skull and was in a coma as of Monday.

W. Rk, McNamer Marshall Street Eenplaye Southern Pacific Hines Santa Ress Hospital Pionciay

Pat Camp Enters Air Force Officers Candidate School

Pat Camp travels to Minny Berah Florida to enter an Army air forces officers candidate program. The report notes an increase in crime charges tied to the Mindlatriet attorney, citing September data.

Pat Camp Air Force School Apes Minny Berah Fla Enler Shine

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