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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 13, 1943

Page

13

King William H about Marie Louise home antiques in Calhoun

Social notes describe the James residence on King William with 18 foot ceilings and an array of early American pine furnishings. An antique grandfather clock, a dough trough table, pewter displays, Williamsburg blue dining room, Dresden and Chelsea wares, and Aubignian prints adorn the home. Mrs L G Wiggins hosts summer guests and teaches cellar painting, while a Woodlawn corner store mirror carries a patriotic slogan.

Diarthas Calhoun Marie Louise Teg James Williamsburg Dresden Chelsea L. G. Wiggins Lee Johnson Woodlawn Mai

Girl Born To Wiegels Sharon Anne Wiegel

A newborn daughter Sharon Anne Wiegel arrived at the home of Lieutenant and Mrs. Robert Wiegel. She was born June 29. The mother, 45, is Jane Biron of Dallas and Bar Antonio. Lieutenant Wiegel is stationed in Tar Clark, Texas. Women of the Southern Pacific Berglee club meet at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday in the army room of the Gunter hotel.

Robert. Wiegel Sharon Anne Wiegel Wiegel Jane Tiron Edward Paul Biron Dallas Bar Antonio Tar Clark Texas Southern Pacific _Berglee club Army Gunter Hotel

Death by own action verdict in Corpus Christi

Corpus Christi July 13 A verdict of death by own action was returned here Monday in the death of Grant Morrison 33 a l steam fitter whose body was found earlier that day in a tourist cabin by the landlord Mortigan's death was due to strangulation by a cord on a Venetian window blind according to Coroner Carl Craw He had been dead about 12 hours Survivors include his widow and two children whose residence is known and authorities sought their whereabouts

Corpus Christi Grant Fd Gar Morrison Mortigan Carl Craw

Brother of S A Woman Missing Identified on Casualty List

The Navy Department lists Wallis Walton Wats, brother of Mrs Opal Luther, of 122 Brooks Parkway, among men reported missing in the merchant marine casualty list. The list spans June 1 to June 90 and covers casualties directly due to enemy sea action.

Wallis Walton Wats Brokher Opal Luther Brooks Parkway Navy Department

Sweethearts Opera Rompany at Sunken Garden Theater

Tuesday evening and Wednesday events at the Sunken Garden theater feature a performance titled Sweethearts by a local company. Wednesday highlights include Mrs Edit W. Peanock and Mrs Emma K R Hoffman visiting from 4 to 6 p m at Peancock Military academy hostess house honoring Mrs John McD Thamp Son.

Sunken Garden Theater Edit W. Peanock Emma KR. Hoffman Peancock Military Academy John McD. Thampson

Governor Calls Off Conference in Austin

Governor Stevenson postponed a conference with Max McCullough OPA regional director due to lack of specific information for discussion on rationing adjustments. He said further talks would occur when complete statistics are available. McCullough in Dallas said data is being wired from Washington to support future actions.

Austin Stevenson Max McCullough OPA McCullough Dallas McCuslough Washington

Missing Sailor Search Ends in Corpus Christi Bay

Gorfus Christi July 13 report says a sailor believed to have taken his life after failing a navy tactic course. Clothes and belongings found on a barge dock near the business district Saturday night. Police and navy officials conducted the search with grappling hooks used Sunday and Monday.

Gorfus Christi Corpus Christi Bay Navy

Parley Praises Texas Effort During War Visit

Former Postmaster General James A. Farley praised Texas industry shipbuilding and servicemen in a Tuesday interview at the St. Anthony hotel. He noted Texans focus on winning the war and commended the shipbuilding program for clearing sea lanes for Allied ships. Farley said Texas labor is meeting emergencies and remarked on the fighters' reputation, while traveling with his son on a personal trip to Mexico City.

Texas Texas Shipbuilding James A. Farley St. Anthony Dan Quill John W. Garner Uvalde Farley Farkey Tarley Hig Son Mexico City

Civic Opera to Present Singers in Sweethearts at Brackenridge

The San Antonio Civic Opera company presents Sweethearts in Brackenridge Park Sunken Garden Theater on Tuesday night with Jane Greer Johnson and Cpl Robert Bar Rousers in leading roles. Following the show, dancing will be offered and reservations are being taken.

Civic Opera

U S Bombs Burma Japs In Major Allied Strikes

A United States communiqué reports Lib erator bombers of the Tenth U.S. Army Air Force dropped more than 12 tons of bombs on Ywetung railway installations in northern Burma. P-40 fighters attacked Wangarcik base with medium and fragmentation bombs, destroying administration buildings and supplies. Additional sweeps hit Nalavaselk Sumprabum and Ningizyen bases, with the Mogually Loilaw bridge wrecked by 1000 pound bombs. All American planes and crews returned safely.

New Denny Assam Nanvaselk Sumprabum Ningizyen Loilaw Mogually

Rockefeller Kin Seeks Divorce in Nevada Move

Mrs Abby Rockefeller Milton daughter of John D Rockefeller arrived in Reno to establish Nevada residence to pursue a divorce from David M Milton president of the Fawlty Corporation whom she wed in 1925. Belgian Nazi SLAIN report notes a Belgian Nazi youth head La Noolé was shot by patriots in Limburg.

RENG Nev Abby Rockefeller Milton John D. Rocktefeller Renotony Nevada Milton David M. Millon The Fawlty Corporation London Jnly la Noolé Wellet Limburg

Warns Against Beer Price Hike Faces Retail Push

In Hollywood gossip and industry notes, Mary Zanuck backs a Woodrow Wilson biopic with Fontanne and Lunt among readers. Charlotte Chaplin’s wife contemplates acting while Chaplin pursues a new project. A GPA warning looms as Texas price controls spark retailer pushback on beer and liquor pricing, with soldiers and defense workers voicing complaints about rising costs.

Tamas Willy GPA Texas Joo A. L. Bailey OPA Thal Seil Hive Lad

Spanish Fortress To Be Rebuilt

TOLEDO Spain July 13 The mayor announced plans to reconstruct the famous Toledo Alcazar scene of Civil War siege from July 21 to September 27 1936 1946 and nearby ruins held as a shrine in recent years by order of Gra tralissut in Francisco france.

Toledo Spain Toledo Alcazar Gratralissut Francisco France

Mexico City Celebrates Fourth of July With U S Ties

Fourth of July in Mexico City draws near to the United States with English language sections, full page pictures of George Washington, and headlines on a united Americas. Attendees at the American club event number around 300, including the American Ambassador and senior officials, as ties between nations appear strong amid wartime sentiment.

Gy Conchita Sepulvida Plunaytelli Mexico City United States George Washington Roosevelt United Americas William F. Halazer Dewitt Catherine American Club Clty The American Legion American Society George S. Messersmith

John L Lewis Predicted To Return To AFL Role

New York July 14 A predicted early return of John L Lewis to the AFL fold was forecast today with word he will next Tuesday meet in Washington with the AFL executive committee of federation for reconciliation efforts. Dame J Tobin, president of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters, announced the meeting at the commission.

New York Msi John L. Lewis United Mine Workers F. of L Lewis Washington 4. F. of L Fee Dame J. Tobin International Brothes Food Af Teamsters Avid

Rabies Warning Issued To Dog Owners By City Physician

City Physician W A Klay warned dog owners to immunize pets against rabies. A fine of up to 30 for bites may be imposed on owners whose animals transmit the disease. Fifteen dogs and one cat have been found infected since June 1.

W. A. Klay

Tavern Opens Open Air Dancing Celebration Reportedly

A Novi Sire tavern at 4010 San Pedin F VON celebrates its first anniversary under new ownership. The owner reports the venue now offers open air dancing and a wave of patrons enjoys the temperate outdoor setting despite rain.

Alpha Chi and church events fill Tuesday schedule

A cluttered club calendar lists Alpha Chi home gatherings hosted by Mrs. Paine M. Senkene Giese and Mrs. Ralph W. Keller, plus Alpha Gieret FL sorority and town church activities. Names, addresses, and several local venues appear in fragmented fashion. The notice also mentions Lieut. Col and Mrs James B. Seaman visiting relatives, with Camp Lejeune convalescent hospital connections.

Eveninc Alpha Chi Honie Paine M. Senkene Giese Ahuinae Bop Ralph W. Keller M47 Drakeshert Mes Saint. Lewly James B. Seaman Seaman Thire Convalescent Hospital Camp Liv

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