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Newspaper
San Antonio Light
Location
San Antonio, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 1939
Page
5
Judith and Tex confront trust issues after a tense visit with Sonia and Dudley. A surprise homecoming exposes jealousy over phone calls, vacations, and past rifts, as they clash then reconcile amid lingering doubts about honesty and racing fame.
Fashion editors and designers preview autumn trends with bias lines, buttons, fullness, and imaginative detailing. Two forward looking model sketches showcase velveteen and brass buttons as cues for the season.
A couture tone permeates the season with metal accents and plaid fabrics. Designers present a mix of pat spring hues and velveteen textures, showcasing black crepe tracks as a staple for chic wardrobes. Kling Paar features Greek dancing girl motifs on chain and buckle detailing.
We present practical guidance on preparing crisp salad greens. Steps include trimming stems, washing under cold water, drying thoroughly, and chilling to prevent sogginess. Tips cover how to refresh wilted heads, separate leaves, and keep moisture out to preserve flavor and texture.
Advice column responds to a high school graduate male reader who feels lonely after breakup with a classmate. The columnist urges patience and gratitude for a stable life, suggests calling the girl, asking her to the movies, and maintaining contact to foster a steady relationship. The tone is supportive and practical.
Mr and Mrs A G Janssen entertain with a luncheon at the St Anthony hotel Tuesday noon honoring their nephew Wilton Zedler and his bride Mrs and Mrs Zedler were married in Blytheville Arkansas Sunday July 30 at the bride home Mr and Mrs O P Sebaakel host open house in the Schnebel Apartments Tuesday evening honoring their niece and nephew Rose Zedler attended Lindenwood College in Missouri Zedler a graduate of the University of Texas studied at Harvard and is a member of Delta Sigma Pi and Sigma Tau Phi frats He is past master councilor of De Mathys Lodge Melba Janszen and Evelyn Alsup will assist with serving and guest books decoration features a wedding ring centerpiece After San Antonio visits the Zedlers plan a trip to Galveston then sail on the Algerian for Miami and points beyond they will reside in Columbia Missouri
LA social column lists events for Monday and Tuesday with multiple gatherings. Include a 5 pm swimming and supper party honoring a group entering college, formal luncheon complimenting Miss Louise Hanley, luncheon complimenting Miss Mary Jouise Price, tea for Miss Paulette Mashburn, and a luncheon at Wyong Street home for Miss Margaret Pinko as bride-to-be.
The piece notes the v and Carnahans planning a one week trip to Northern Mexico with Dr and Mrs Robert Carnahan. It covers social events including Clinton, Blum hosting July 28 in honor of Miss Dicksie McGonnell ahead of her August 7 wedding to Armin Brimbere at Travis Park Methodist Church. Also mentions George Horner of Clyde Mallory Steamship Lines visiting New York and staying with his brother, and the birth of Mary Elston on July 24 to Mary Ruth Belcher Elston.
Parents planning rail trips with kids should prepare entertaining distractions. A book, magazine, or simple crafts keep young minds occupied while traveling. Avoid letting children disturb other passengers. thoughtful planning proves children can travel calmly and politely.
The Cofln Lockes shared Europe with ease noting Sue speaks German well and has French flair. In Switzerland they met a fellow passenger who invited them to a villa at Cugano on Lake Como. They discovered the host was their former lawyer and enjoyed elegant times. Their garden bursts with zinnias peonies and chrysanthemums. The white circular house with brown shutters features a yellow-paneled living room and two copper-covered cups. Roswell Vaughan II made several steps, and Monsieur Chambray concludes that marrying for money is the hard-earned way.
Mrs Shelley Burt Burk of New Braunfels arrived Monday afternoon to visit her brother and sister Dr and Mrs Mittin Wagenfuhr. She will be remembered as Exther Wagenfuhr and plans to stay through Friday with several informal parties in her honor.
Robert Tucker and family plan a San Diego visit with his mother Mrs J E Tucker. Tucker will return in two weeks while relatives travel to San Francisco for the World’s Fair. Also noted is the birth of a son to Mr and Mrs Adolph Wuest of Eagle Pass, formerly of San Antonio.
Socialites plan extended summer travels as families and friends split for vacations. James R. Davis and daughter Katherine depart in August for Wisconsin. Bergstrams and Hardings head to Ruitless, New Mexico for several weeks. Mrs. Menders returns from Amarillo. Becker family at Estes Park enjoys summers. Miriam McGary travels to Mexico City with Houston friends for university activities. Schuchard clan cottages at Pewaukee awaiting school start. Others plan trips to New York City, Dallas, Marfa, and Alpine, while Jack Lewis visits Dallas and Martindales head toward the West Coast.
Activities listed include First Baptist Hos church service at Romana auditorium Sears and Harbuch City Mission board 2 30 pm Wesley Community House 150 Colema Street Zion Lutheran aid society 240 pm at church Centennial Benevolent club noon Artista Inn Myrtle Grove Waorynen circle Woodman Hall 22 East Houston Street N M Gotha at Mrs Henry Dasa 422 Esa Park RVETLUE.
A reader note advises daily soap and water to cleanse the face twice a day to reduce oily skin and prevent blackheads. It warns against aggressive scrubbing which can irritate pores and suggests gentle fingertip friction to avoid worsening the condition.
A. Be Alvey and daughter Virginia Alvey travel from Bandera to Beaumont for a ten day visit. They plan a lava with witch hazel, and relatives join during the stay. Mr. and Mrs. Tia Wells returned from Bandera after a week’s visit, with Dr. Wind and Mrs. Bondurant also stopping by.
AVONL 129 guests motored to Handera to Maya guest ryuels Sunday evening where Mra Waller Stuck Were hosted a barbecue supper. Guests enjoyed dancing and watching cowboys ride in a game called Malay, with barbecue served later.
Visitors flock to Camp Arrowhead as local residents and families fill the grounds on a sunny day. A parade of names appears in the crowd including Doctor Sharp, Mr and Mrs Siep Allen, Mr and Mrs Earl Rowe, Walter Aching, Marshall Webb, W W Holden, Gentry Kidd, Arthur Stieren, Albert Huth, Richard Craig, George Allensworth, and Donij Gill.
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