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Newspaper

San Antonio Light

Location

San Antonio, Texas, United States of America

Date

Jul 17, 1937

Page

9

Jones duo to sail on world cruise from New York

Mr and Mrs Dick J Jones sail from New York on July 22 aboard the President Van Buren for a round the world voyage visiting 24 ports. They plan to travel to Citua Hawaii Japan China through the Suez Canal to Italy and France and return to New York arriving November 6. The tour lasts several months as the couple visits many countries. Separately Mr and Mrs Norman Schwartz are vacationing in Garishad New Mexico and will also visit the Pan American Exposition before returning home next week.

Dick J. Jones New York City van Burin Citua Hawaii Japan China Sues Canal Italy France New York Schwartz New Mexico Norman Schwartz Garishad N. M

Local social notes mixof families and a wedding tale

A jumble of social details covers town families led by the Johnsons and McNays linked by cocker spaniels, with Merry Christmas and her daughter Plu Herd tied to Amy and Happy the son. The piece notes Nancy Webb from Austin winning contests in art and Legion activities, plus wedding chatter about Mr and Mrs Bob Tucker and guests at a game, with other local visitors and a brief tax line at the end.

Amy Lilian McNay Art Ruth Stew Johnson India Merry Christmas Amy Happy Chumneys Angeles Nancy Webb Austin Duvel Wast Jr Ant American Legion Mrick Walter Schirelner Marilyn Warmark Giron Goodman Behrelner Rad

Oldtime dance ads spark Saturday events across towns

Listings show Engle's Plate hosting an oldtime dance with Loule's Geminu music at Luxollo hall on July 17. Nearby towns like Leon Springs and Sulphur Springs indicate dances, barbecues, and live bands on July 16 17, with a mix of floor dancing and social gatherings.

Engle Errg Loule Geminu Luxollo Hall Gante Fe Frea Will Pinky Olas Leon Springs Ip Baner County Lint Hell Sat

Barbara Browne Hosts Luncheon in Local Society

Miss Barbara Wrowe assisted by debutantes Miss Edith Cogt ran phd and Miss Betty Pearce, Miss Jean Moyer attended the luncheon at the Bt Anthony hall in Auburs Union Springs and Portsmouth, with Miss Louse Cherry as guest. A bow of bluebells orchids and marigolds decorates the yellow bowl where 22 guests were seated.

Barbara Wrowe Anthony Halts Dean Moteau Auburs N.Y Edith Cogt Betty Pearce Apne Union Springs Ala Jean Moyer Portsmouth Ohio Louse Cherry

Major and Mrs Hunter Entertain for Roehms Musical

Major and Mrs Hunter hosted a dinner party at the Port Sum Houston Officers’ lab with 30 guests before members departed for an upcoming station assignment. Cocktails preceded the meal as guests gathered in formal Houston social circles.

Hunter

Board Again to Air Casting of Teacher gAUGUAa

July 17. Thir Gown's Selinal committee faced a special meeting to consider a story with a mystery the dismissal of a pretty blonde school teacher. Endorsed by a public meeting last night for Lagbelle Hallin, 28, McCarper said another session would be called to consider reinstatement.

Gauguaa Maus Selinal George McCartler Ign Lagbelle Hallin McCarper Comitites Frito

UPI: GIO Claims AFL-Won Shift After Strike

GIO organizers from New Kensington Pa report 700 Alcoa local members attended a Marysville pre‑organization meeting last night and voted to withdraw from the AFL of Labor and join the GIO, following a recent unsuccessful strike at Alcoa. George Hobaugh and Nick Zamarich led the effort.

A.F.L ACOA Teon G.I. O Aluminum Workers of America Toeal Alcoa Aluminum Company of America George Hobaugh Nick Zamarich iNew Keteington Marysville Withdra Ig. Lo

Accident Evidence Taken in Hospitals in Omaha

Municipal Judge Dennis OBrien reviews evidence from two hospitals after a traffic incident in Omaha dated July 1. Police report includes medical examinations and damaged vehicle details as part of the ongoing investigation into the autocapbile crash.

Omaha Neb Dennis Obrien

Miss Jeanne Callaway Hosts Dinner for Miriam Hood

Miss Jeanne Callaway will honor Miss Miriam Frances Hood of Dallas with a dinner party Saturday evening on the roof of the Gunter Hotel. Twenty six guests are expected.

Jeanne Callaway Jeanne Gallaway Miriam Frances Hood Dallas Sesurcay

Miss Haring Honored Guest at Seated Tea Event

Miss Mary Margaret Hering, bride-to-be, hosted a Saturday afternoon seated tea at her home. Mona Hornbinges and Helen Randle were entertained with coffee and conversation as attendees admired yellow and white decor, including handkerchief shower gifts and floral accents.

Mises Mona Hornbinges Helen Randle The Fenior Nance Mary Margaret Hering

Social Calendar Highlights San Antonio Society Weekend

A busy Saturday evening calendar features Dr and Mrs Aga Beads hosting a dinner in honor of Mr and Mrs Wil Hang Priest before their departure to Birmingham, plus Miss Beryl Buckley and Miss Ann Eisenhardt among others at various San Antonio venues including the Gunter hotel and Fort Sam Houston events. The Lewis Mallory wedding is noted for Grace Lutheran church and the social page lists numerous hostess dinners and guest mentions from local families.

Aga Freir Mie Wil- Hang Wiely Hone Birmingham Ale Beryl Buckley Olmes Ann Eisenhardt Princeton Min Ray Coats Gunter Hotel Charles Roos Olticers Indica Ninth Infantry Fort Sam Houston W. A. Boldérlinden Rogert M. Cheney R. J. Quale Ginter Hotel Gann J. Mihurn Jr Fort Lang Houston Misa Louise Wheeler Port Worth Buffet William King Betty Wise Edwuardsville Ruth Capers Barry Willson San Antonio Country Club Victor Powell New York City Frank Lovett L. B. Fdyce Ruth Joyce Butte Aupper Mary Margaret Baring Henry Bares Jr Jeanne Galliway Gunter Hate Marita Frances Hood Dalies Mare Barre Kore Geldel O'Clack Grace Lutheran Church Lewis-Mallory Ly J. Mallory

Miss Harp Entertains at Hotel Grill Room

Miss Evy Me Harp hosted a luncheon Saturday in the grill room of the Gunter hotel with 12 guests. Mrs. J. M. Livingston visits Chicago while Mire O. J. Feamster goes to Lexington, Va. for the summer and will return late September.

Miss Harp Evy Me Harp Gunter Hotel Toee E. FL Fomby J. M. Livingston Chicago Mire O. J. Feamster Lexington

Mr and Mrs Reyal James Host Dinner Dance at Hotel

Mr and Mrs Reyal P James plan a small dinner dance Saturday evening at the Gunter Hotel. Attending are Mrs RM Fonk and daughter Beatrice of Kansas City formerly of Bak Anton, who recently visited friends in the area.

Om Mra RM Fonk Detaghter Beatrice Kaneos City Bak Anton Herve

Pitiuks Rooftop Dinner Dance Planned at Gunter

Mr and Mrs dick Pitluck will entertain with a dinner dance Saturday evening on the Gunter hotel roof. There were 22 guests. Dittmar Family to depart for Colorado last of month for Grand Lake. Mrs Richards H Russell entertained at St Anthony hotel last night with a blue bouton bowl centerpiece and pale pink dabb as.

Ars Dick Pitluck Gunter Hotel Dittmar Family Colorado Mia Elmer Dittmar Grand Lake Cota Richards H. Russell St. Anthony

Broadway Sign Restored After Tucson Street Rename Mystery

In Tucson on July 17 an old street name was discovered to have changed due to a historical mishap involving a drummer linked to Victorian era themes. The city commission concluded the Broadway label was retroactively attached during a moment of confusion near the old military post era.

Tucson Attz Broadway Ib Ho

Jumbo Discovers Hit New Gold Vein

J C Slagge and Clyce Taylor, who found the Jumbo imine, report a new strike in Benito canyon promising richer returns than prior findings. They previously sold to a Texan syndicate for 4260.00 and a $10,000,000 share, then pursued another prospect in the Nova desert. The pattey assays show $190 gold per ton.

Imlay, Ney J. C. Slagge Clyce Taylor Noveda Benito Canyon

Samoans to Pick Own School Courses in Samoa

A group of 20 Samoan boys with American teachers from Hawaii will choose future public school curricula after observing local life and consulting parents. The program is funded by the Frederic Wielas Darstaw foundation in memory of a World War II veteran who spent 10 years in Samoa and supported local education.

Samoa

Bettermans Will Be Honored by Hunters at Home

A misread local note reports Mr and Mrs Frank Hunter of 512 Daily Avenue to entertain in honor of newlyweds Mr and Mrs Fred Betterman. The marriage is described as a tweenk event with Mrs Betterman identified as Miles Elsto Michels, daughter of Mrs Edmond Borcher. The couple plans to live in San Antonio.

Frank Hunter Fred Betterman Betterman Miles Elsto Michels Edmond Borcher Ben Antonio

Santa Cruz Resident Has Name Troubles

In Santa Cruz on July 17 a resident faced confusion over identity and name at a local resort. Report notes the person’s home situation and unclear circumstances surrounding a well-known seaside area.

Santa Cruz Banta Cruz Cnilf Auta Cruz Transportation Envilage Bo Side

Paso Chinatown Solves Job Problem

EU Paso July 17 71 Poco s Chi iee colony forms the Chong We Kn rebel tong to address work shortages without government aid. About 200 Chinese in the city contribute $12 yearly to the tong fund as founder Mar Ben explains. When many of these men are old they need help to work.

Paso Chinatown Paso Poco Mar Ben

America in War Role in British Rearmament Debate

A 1907 KNICKERBOCKER analysis argues Britain will lead in naval and land supply if war returns, with France as ally. It outlines American neutrality limits, British and French armored plans, and the risk of another global conflict decided by endurance, finance, and manpower.

A. R Vatican Britta Germany Italy Keller Batty Tey Britain France United States Enduranes Pogan Fricce Eden Great Britain Mediterranean Africa America

Steel strike riots and labor conflicts across the nation

AP report covers Memorial day steel strike riots with 10 killed and protests in Boston, Nantucket, and Martha's Vineyard. Governor Murphy mediates between truck operators and striking workers. wage demands and eight hour day feature in settlements. Pickets and protests spread to shipyards. National Labor Relations Board referenced in ongoing labor disputes.

Associated Press Chicago Memorial Day Steel Testles Bostoen Nantucket Marbha's Vineyard Detroit Frenk Murphy Uolon New York Hound Columbus Ohio I. C Johnstown National Citizens S. Woo Citizens’ Movement National Labor Relations Board Pittsburgh Mat Glass Workerk Vision Nest Climax Ob

Labor Leaders Call For Peace Amid Street Clashes

San Francisco July 17 7 Joan F Bhelley president of the San Francisco central labor council urged unity in labor ranks and joked that William Green and John L Lewis should be in the desert. News reports describe open clashes on city streets as tensions spill into public view.

San Frangillo Joan F. Bhelley San Francisco

Charter Granted Cattle Association Formed in Texas

The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association received a 60 year state charter, with Dayton Moses as attorney of record. The group aims to promote the welfare of the cattle industry, protect members, and foster fraternal relations among cattlemen. Treasury figures for the period show receipts of over 13 million and expenditures exceeding 24 million, with a substantial gross debt and large asset holdings.

Cattle Association Austin Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raislers Dayton Moses Treasury Washington Ipold

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